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I am a little late- but now booking choreography for Summer/Fall 2026!

Please reach out to me through my email sawyerrain17@gmail.com

⭐️I would also so appreciate anyone who would share this post with studios/studio owners who you think I would be a good fit for! ⭐️

My studio work is a blend of concert and commercial contemporary styles, with emphasis on storytelling and aesthetic. Check out my Instagram and YouTube @soymakesmoves for many examples.

🤍 by @soymakesmoves

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6 months ago

Congratulations @soymakesmoves ✨ 1st Runner Up Choreographer’s Cup 2026👏💜 taken in Nashville, Tennessee by @soymakesmoves

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2 months ago

“Uncomfortable”

1st Runner Up at the Choreographers Cup.

To be vulnerable-

I have had a very difficult year in my personal life. I’ve been introduced to feelings, pains, and visceral sensations I previously didn’t know existed.

The movement language of this work is tense, restricted, and uncomfortable. It is to be stuck in your mind and body when that is not a peaceful place to be. It is trying to escape yourself; your thoughts and your skin.

I am lighter after this process. This night and these people are etched into my memory forever.

Thank you to all who connected with the work. That means the world to me. taken in Nashville, Tennessee by @soymakesmoves

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a month ago

some Caravaggio paintings by @meoghanswainphotography and @danceeducatorscollective

“Uncomfortable” from the Choreographers Cup.

So grateful. by @soymakesmoves

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a month ago

A Grain of SALT(2) | Until the Lambs Come Home 🐑

Tonight we celebrate former SALT Company member and Contemporary Director at @summit.danceproject Sawyer Player, who recently received first runner up at the 2026 Choreographers Cup hosted by the Dance Educators Collective @danceeducatorscollective! 🧂🎉

Sawyer created “Until the Lambs Come Home” in 2025 for SALT2’s Spring Concert and it truly was a showstopper. From stunning visuals, thoughtful prop work, to a distinct movement vocabulary, Sawyer built a world full of intention and nuance. Congratulations Sawyer and we thank you for your artistic vision and an incredible piece that will certainly live on. 😍✨

Videography by @shelbybethatgirl

#contemporarydance #supportthearts #dancecompany #artist #performance by @soymakesmoves

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2 months ago

Choreographers Cup 2026!

I am so honored to have received First Runner Up. To be considered amongst this group of eighteen finalists is one of the greatest accomplishments of my life. Meeting these artists in person was so humbling. Every work was so personal, vulnerable, and inspiring. I am fueled forever.

I was so lucky to have my family there to see this moment. Their love means more to me than anything. I got to watch my piece sitting next to my mom in the front row, who will always will be my greatest role model. What a gift.

To my cast:
I do not have the right verbiage to explain how grateful I am for my relationship with every single one of you. Thank you endlessly for your dedication and devotion, and most of all your trust. The mutual support makes all the difference. You were absolutely electric with passion out there. I love you all.

To the women cheering for me the loudest, @toniablomquist @jaclynweisenbeck @hannahgossett__ @_mia_soleil_
You keep me afloat. Nothing would be the same without your encouragement and friendship. I couldn’t love and appreciate you more. (Keep forcing me to put myself out there, Tone-dawg.)

To the @danceeducatorscollective team and especially @brahamlogancrane
This event is astonishing. Thank you so much for creating this opportunity for artists and educators. I am leaving a better person.

My cup is overflowing. Grateful is such an understatement.

I will be in shock and hibernation for a day or two now. :,) taken in Nashville, Tennessee by @soymakesmoves

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2 months ago

“The Clowns” @summit.danceproject taken in Salt Lake City, Utah by @soymakesmoves

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@soymakesmoves 2026 Choreographer’s Cup Finalist✨Sawyer Rain is the Artistic Director and founder of “Oh” Theater Dance, as well as the Director of Contemporary at Summit Dance Project. She has held choreographic residencies across the country with professional and pre-professional companies, and high level dance studios. Sawyer’s choreography has been produced by Fem Dance Fest, Oquirrh West, Salt2, and Fleet Co-Op. Sawyer trained at the University of Utah School of Ballet. She was a company dancer with SALT2 and subsequently SALT Contemporary Dance. Her choreographic process is greatly influenced by her training in Gaga Labs. Sawyer consistently receives top awards and choreography recognitions from The YAGP, Dance One, Artists Simply Human, Reinforce Dance Experience, Dance Honors, among others. Sawyer has been a featured artist in Canvas Rebel Magazine and Voyager Publications. Sawyer was recently selected as a “2025 Young Choreographer Honoree.” 💜 by @soymakesmoves

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5 months ago

Finally getting around to posting some highlights from my @summit.danceproject groups this year!

It was such a fun, inspiring, and successful season. 🤍 I love these kids with my whole entire heart.

More videos to come! by @soymakesmoves

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6 months ago

so grateful for my time @prodancestudio this past weekend.

“Love Letter” 💌

( i do not own the rights to this music!) taken in Prodance Academy by @soymakesmoves

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10 months ago

Choreo Reel 🤍

Updated for 2025. Scenes from the recent past through the present.

featuring dancers from Salt2, Fleet Co-Op, Summit Dance Project, Ballet West Academy, and other free-lance performers. taken in Salt Lake City, Utah by @soymakesmoves

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a year ago

been buzzing with excitement, inspiration, and exhaustion the last few weeks, making many new things for @summit.danceproject - my family. 🖤 here are just a few moments from “Rot” rehearsals. taken in Salt Lake City, Utah by @soymakesmoves

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a year ago