our mission
Black Box Movers is a program of The Black Box Collective Inc., a New York nonprofit corporation. Our mission is to empower the future of Broadway by providing accessible opportunities for choreographers and performers in our community; by creating pathways for artists to develop their craft, share their work, and engage with the professional performing arts industry.
OUR VALUES
Inclusivity: Committed to fostering diversity in creative teams and providing equal opportunities for all participants.
Accessibility: Ensuring that participation in the showcase is free of charge, making it accessible to emerging talents, as well as hosting affordable and subsidized classes.
Collaboration: Promoting teamwork and partnership among creative teams, performers and industry professionals.
Education: Focused on providing educational opportunities that enhance skills and prepare participants for current and future professional work.
Empowerment: Supporting emerging artists to find their voices and gain confidence in their craft.
Our Story
In November 2024, at the Gregory’s next to Ripley 305, Kellyann Coyle and Abigail Rebekah had one of those over coffee meet-ups that led to the development of The Black Box Collective Inc., DBA Black Box Movers (BBM). Two weeks later it was running— creating community, supporting excellence, and supporting the the future of Broadway.
It started with an inaugural Spring Showcase in 2025. Hosting 9 choreographers, over 110 performs, and a sold out show at Gibney Studio Theater. The first year was welcomed by the NYC dance and theater communities with resounding support. So, the program continued to grow, and is continuing to grow through establishing 501(c)3 status, hosting multiple showcases annually, and creating regular educational programming.
As a volunteer organization, we are dedicated to nurturing the future of Broadway choreography— and we will never not be blown away by the talent and heart that comes forward to back this program.
Participation in the showcase programs is free for performers and choreographers. Our goal is to provide even more accessible and high quality opportunities for our community— whether that be in classes, workshops, or various other programs.
our TEAM
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A NYC based performer and multi-hyphenate artist, Kellyann grew up in Northern New Jersey, training with The School at New Jersey Ballet and performing with their professional company. She eventually attended and graduated early from Point Park University with a bachelor's degree in jazz dance and minor in musical theatre.
After graduation, she was an immediate replacement on the Pippin North American Tour before moving to New York City. A reliable performer, she has been hired as an immediate replacement for multiple contracts and prides herself on keeping her cool under pressure. Some of her favorite credits include Mamma Mia (PCLO), Cabaret (The Palace), Grease (The Fireside & DADT), The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Rent, where she was the associate choreographer under Chryssie Whitehead. Kelly is a proud member of Actors Equity Association.
In addition to performing, Kelly loves teaching, choreographing and directing. Along with her regular pop up classes, she hosts a monthly Ensemble Jazz class where professional dancers work on their triple threat skills with co-teacher, Kayleen Hecksher. Kelly has recently released multiple dance concept videos and participated in the Dancers Who Choreograph showcase premiering her piece, Beginnings. She also produced and directed her first cabaret, Building a Bridge Cabaret, which was created for artists working towards their O-1 visas featuring 5 Broadway performers and 12 international artists!
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Abigail Rebekah is a performer and choreographer based in New York City. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Modern Dance from the University of Utah School of Dance and graduated with recognition as an Undergraduate Research Scholar for her thesis, Movement for Actors: Practice, Collaboration, and Performance. She also has her 200-hr Yoga Teacher Certification and works in arts administration/grant writing/web design. She has worked as a performer, Dance Captain, Swing, and creative team member.
Choreography/Direction: Anastasia, Wizard of Oz (From Stage to Screen) Fear & Fridays (cHorio Showcase), Oklahoma! (Cornwell Dinner Theater), Shakin’ The Blues (Dance Astoria), Oklahoma!, The Music Man, Newsies, Wizard of Oz, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (Troy Community Theatre); Grey Area, Ronald & Edith (U of U); Once Upon a Mattress (Washougal High School); All Together Now, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (Eastern Oregon University). Stage: The Music Man, The Importance of Being Earnest, A Christmas Carol, Newsies, Catch Me If You Can, Wizard of Oz, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Sound of Music, Joseph & the Technicolor Dreamcoat.