Taylor Jackson

COMPANY MEMBER SINCE 2025

Taylor Jackson began her dance training at Wissahickon Dance Academy in Philadelphia under Nancy Malmed. She continued her studies at summer intensives with Debbie Allen Dance Academy and LINES Ballet, working with artists including Debbie Allen, Lauren Anderson, Maurya Kerr, and others. Taylor earned her BFA in Dance from California State University, Long Beach in 2024, performing in works by Donna Uchizono, Dr. Oluko C. Kemal Nance, Keith Johnson, and Tsiambwom Akuchu. She holds an M’Singha Wuti Certification in Umfundalai and integrates this African contemporary technique into her teaching and choreography. After graduation, she taught at a private high school in Silicon Valley, directing its Winter Dance Performance. Most recently, she trained with Winifred Haun & Dancers through the 3rd Coast Contemporary Program, performing works by Sarira Smith Childs, Prince Adrean, and others, and premiered a solo titled *Identity in ME*. Taylor is excited to join Red Clay Dance Company’s 17th season.