Mission Statement | Movement Reservoir

Our Mission

Movement Reservoir Dance Company was founded by Lachan Niedbala in 2022 to provide a creative outlet for dance artists, to help build a dance community that supports artists in their endeavors, and to increase opportunities for the Kalamazoo community and beyond to experience dance from multiple voices.

Movement Reservoir strives to create a place for artists to express their artistic voices through dance while challenging themselves to grow in an uplifting environment. Additionally, it provides the Kalamazoo area (and beyond) with more opportunities to experience dance from various artists throughout the Midwest.

Vision Statement

To provide inclusive, high-quality dance opportunities to all people so that everyone feels welcome and equipped to pursue dance in any capacity.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Statement

We are committed to creating spaces where people of all identities feel valued, supported, and able to thrive.

We are committed to:

Amplifying underrepresented voices in our choreography, casting, programming, and leadership.
Creating equitable opportunities for artists at all stages of their careers, particularly those historically excluded from the dance world.
Cultivating an inclusive culture in our company and events where dancers, collaborators, leadership, and audiences feel respected, supported, and empowered to bring their whole selves to the space.
Continuously seeking to be intentional and informed by seeking feedback, engaging in training, and reflecting on our practices to ensure that our actions align with our values.

Our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is a core part of our mission. We strongly believe in supporting the whole individual through the method of dance. By fostering a company where all voices can move, create, and be seen, we strengthen the impact of our work and expand what is possible in dance.

Movement Reservoir aspires to provide high-quality dance opportunities to the Kalamazoo area for all people. We believe that dance is meant for all people regardless of experience, age, body type, race, gender, religion, etc. In the years to come, we aspire to provide classes, outreach events, and more performances to the Kalamazoo area and beyond.