Harrison Knostman, a native of Colorado, commenced his dance training at Studio West Dance Center (SWDC) at the tender age of three. Throughout his high school years, he continued to teach and perform at SWDC, showcasing his versatility by performing works by renowned choreographers such as Crystal Pite, Barak Marshall, and Ida Saki, among others.
Harrison’s accomplishments extend beyond his dance career. He is a YoungArts finalist in the modern/contemporary dance category and received a scholarship from the New York City Dance Alliance Foundation. Following high school, he pursued further education at The Juilliard School, where he honed his skills in ballet, modern, and contemporary dance techniques under the guidance of world-class instructors. In 2022, he graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.
Upon graduation, Harrison embarked on his professional dance journey in Tel Aviv, performing with Complexions Contemporary Ballet throughout the company’s 28th season. Today, Harrison has worked with and performed works by William Forsythe, Ohad Naharin, Bobbi Jean Smith, Dwight Rhoden, and Francesca Harper, among many more renowned artists. Since joining Complexions, he has also ventured into freelance work in New York City and explored various career opportunities that align with his interests.
Returning to Fort Collins, Harrison has dedicated himself to teaching at Studio West Dance Center, returning to the very program that nurtured his passion. In the future, Harrison aspires to achieve his dream of collaborating with professional dance companies globally and educating dancers about the profound beauty of this captivating art form.