“Percussive dance at its best!”

Washington Performing Arts

Welcome to SOLE Defined, a high-energy percussive dance company that fuses Body Percussion, Tap Dance, and Sand Dance with original music, immersive soundscapes, and digital media to create rhythm-driven performances that inspire, educate, and entertain. From the Doris Duke Theatre at Jacob’s Pillow to universities and community stages worldwide, SOLE Defined continues to push the form forward, telling powerful stories through every step and engaging audiences of all ages. Whether on stage or in the classroom, SOLE Defined use the power of the sole to define the soul!

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“Their high-powered fusion of percussive dance, comedy, and audience participation is simply amazing”

Claire Mayer, Dansencore

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We’re proud to announce that both of our founders have received prestigious national awards! They continue to create innovative pathways for percussive dance across the nation!

🏆 Quynn Johnson, (@justquynn ) Director of Arts Education, is a 2
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