Juel D. Lane is a multifaceted artist known for his bold creativity and powerful storytelling through movement. He has performed with acclaimed companies like Ronald K. Brown/Evidence and Camille A. Brown & Dancers, and his choreography has been featured by Ailey II, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, BODYTRAFFIC, Carolyn Dorfman Dance, Atlanta Ballet, and universities across the country. He also serves as an Executive Associate of The Black Acting Methods Studio.

As Director of The UNCSA Choreographic Institute, Lane curates space for choreographers to explore process and creation on their own terms. In 2025, he brought his dynamic voice to the theater world by choreographing the new musical Co-Founders at American Conservatory Theater (ACT) in San Francisco. In addition, Lane choreographed the 2024–2025 Geffen Playhouse and The Shed production of The Brothers Size by Tarell Alvin McCraney.

Lane is also passionate about dance on film. He was awarded at the BronzeLens Film Festival for The Maestro, a short film honoring the iconic artist Ernie Barnes. Most recently, he co-directed and choreographed the music video Only-1 for recording artist Dixson.

photo: Eric Michael, Envision Photography