Founded in 2013 by Tony Nguyen, Emilee Mercado, Christine Crooks, and Diego Campos-Martinez, Twopoint4 Dance Theatre emerged with a mission to explore, challenge, and create innovative dance-theater works. From its modest beginnings rehearsing in a fitness room at 24 Hour Fitness, the company has cultivated a distinct and powerful artistic voice, blending the physicality of human movement with original text and layered theatrical elements.

Within its first year, Twopoint4 showcased its creativity across Northern California, performing at renowned venues like the Joe Goode Annex in San Francisco as part of The Feedback, and at sjDANCEco’s ChoreoProject in San Jose, where the company received the Adjudicators’ Award. Twopoint4 also gained recognition at PUSH Fest, earning the Audience Choice Award for its piece Thoughts and Prayers.

As the company grew, it expanded its repertoire to include evening-length works suc as Fragmented Memories and BrickxBrick. Twopoint4 also forged meaningful partnerships with organizations like CLARA and Twin Rivers Unified School District to develop the largest outreach program of its kind in the nation. This initiative engages over 2,200 fifth-grade students annually, culminating in performances with thousands of young dancers moving together in celebration of art and community.

Twopoint4 Dance Theatre continues to push boundaries by questioning human limitations and embracing risk—physically, emotionally, and artistically. Through its dedication to innovation, the company remains at the forefront of contemporary dance-theater, creating work that inspires and connects audiences.

At TwoPoint4 Dance Theatre, our mission is to harness the power of dance and physical theater as a means to inspire, educate, and entertain our community through connection and curiosity. We are dedicated to pushing past the traditions of artistic expression through innovative and evocative works that not only engage and challenge our talented dancers but also captivate and enrich our diverse audience.

Through our performances, dynamic classes, and impactful outreach programs, we are driven to cultivate a deeper appreciation and comprehension of the art of dance, recognizing its profound significance in our culture and society. We firmly uphold the values of excellence, inclusivity, connection, and curiosity, and we are unwavering in our commitment to fostering a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for all members of the TwoPoint4 Dance Theatre community.

Connection lies at the heart of TwoPoint4 Dance Theatre. It unites our ensemble, strengthens bonds with our audience, and builds bridges with the broader community. Dance becomes our universal language, transcending cultural and linguistic barriers to create shared experiences of unity and understanding. Through performances and outreach initiatives, we foster emotional and intellectual connections that resonate deeply and promote a sense of belonging for all.

Curiosity drives our creative spirit and fuels our exploration of artistic boundaries. It inspires us to embrace new forms of movement, challenge conventions, and take bold risks in our pursuit of innovation. By nurturing curiosity, we ignite artistic evolution and encourage our dancers and audiences alike to approach the world with open minds, discovering the beauty and infinite possibilities within the art of dance.

With unrelenting creativity, dedication, and a steadfast commitment to diversity, accessibility, connection, and curiosity, TwoPoint4 Dance Theatre aspires to be a beacon of artistic excellence. We aim to ignite curiosity, transcend boundaries, and unite communities through the universal language of movement, creating lasting connections that enrich lives both locally and beyond.