JAMIEL DEVERNAY-LAURENCE
Founder & Director

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Jamiel Devernay-Laurence is a creative force and entrepreneur, known as a producer of dance-based experiences for stage, screen, events, education, and professional development. With a career spanning performance and production across stage, screen, and live events, he is dedicated to bringing innovative, audience-first dance experiences to life. Throughout his journey, Jamiel has worked tirelessly to amplify diverse artistic voices, fostering collaborations with artists at every stage of their careers and building a platform that empowers the next generation of talent.

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From his beginnings as a performer, highlighted by dancing as a soloist with Scottish Ballet, to his role as a freelance dance filmmaker for the BBC, Jamiel’s career has been defined by his ability to blend creative vision with practical execution. His work seamlessly merges classical ballet, neo-classical, and contemporary dance forms, creating new narratives that engage both experienced dance enthusiasts and those new to the art form.

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In January 2025, Jamiel's show series Ballet Nights was nominated in the Innovation Award category at The Stage Awards 2025, recognizing the series' groundbreaking approach to dance presentation.

Jamiel is driven by a deep commitment to creativity, innovation, and the well-being of everyone involved in his projects. Whether collaborating with world-renowned artists or mentoring emerging talent, his focus remains on pushing boundaries, exploring new possibilities, and delivering impactful experiences that resonate with audiences around the world.

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With a strong belief in the power of storytelling and community-driven growth, Jamiel continues to shape the future of dance, creating lasting change and inspiring the next wave of dance innovators.

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L A B E L S   F O U N D E D

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Fundamentally Dance | Ballet Nights | Ballet Nights New Voices | Jamiel Laurence Creation | #FundFreelanceDance | Lanterns Studio Theatre | The Nutcracker With a Twist | Rubicon Dance Company

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A P P O I N T M E N T S

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Executive Artistic Director - Ballet Nights | Managing Director - Fundamentally Dance | Project Manager - Lanterns Studio Theatre | Creative Director - Rubicon Dance Company | Part-Time Faculty Royal Conservatoire of Scotland 2019 - 2023 | OneDance UK Judge 2022/2023/2024

 

C H O R E O G R A P H E R​

 

Scottish Ballet | Cardiff City Council | Live Under The Stars | Ballet Nights | Ballet Nights New Voices | Edinburgh Fringe | The Queen’s Jubilee | Celtic Connections | Rubicon Dance Company | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland | Dance International Glasgow | Dance School of Scotland

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F I L M M A K E R

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BBC | BBC World Service | BBC Scotland | BBC Arts | 3Tone Records | The Peter Darrell Trust | OneDance UK | The John Byrne Award - Winner | Scottish Ballet Safe To Be Me

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H O S T   &   M C

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Ballet Nights | Ballet Nights New Voices | The Ballet Nights Podcast | Ballet Grand Prix | Club Noir

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A W A R D S

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The Stage Awards 2025 | Innovation Award Nominee | Ballet Nights
John Byrne Quarterly Award 2021
"Best Performances" | Experimental Film Festival 2021
"Best Video Music Film, 7th Edition" | Super 9 Mobile Film Festival 2021
WINNER "Best Music Video" | Super 9 Mobile Film Festival 2020
WINNER "Best Interaction Between Dance & Camera" | Dare to Dance in Public 2020
ONEDANCE UK | "IMPACT - DANCE ON SCREEN" Shortlisting
Dublin Smartphone Film Festival | Winner 2023