Noor Kaffarani

Photo by Erika Ruch

Noor Kaffarani is a Wayne State University Bachelor of Science dance graduate. During her time at Wayne State, Noor has been a part of many diverse repertoires and dance companies, including her time with To Sangana African Dance Company and Dance Workshop. She has also served as a movement constructionist and performer for Dance Workshop, where she co-choreographed as well as performed in their evening-length work, RITUAL BEING. Noor has worked with various guest artists and faculty, including Joshua Peugh in his work "PINK," Amy Miller in her work "Suerza," and Shaina and Bryan Baira, founders of BAIRA MVMNT PHILOSPHY, Karen Prall, Lisa LaMarre Wilmot, Jessica Rajko, Dr. RAS Mikey Courtney, and Hannah Andersen to gain an all-encompassing and foundational movement vocabulary. From this she has cultivated a unique and aware lens in which she informs her pedagogical methods and artistry.