Jessica St. Vil-Ulysse

Jessica St. Vil-Ulysse is a professional dancer,  arts educator and choreographer who hails from New York City.  She is a graduate of Lehman College, and the Alvin Ailey School's professional division. 

Jessica is the artistic director of KaNu Dance Theater and one of the co-founders of Danse Xpressions ”center for the arts”.  Her artistic work and practice is deeply rooted in Haitian history and culture.  Jessica considers herself to be an “Atis Angaje” - Haitian Kreyol for an artist who’s work is progressive and addresses socio-political issues.

Jessica has performed and worked with several dance theater companies, such as Feet of Rhythm, Joan Peter’s Dance Company, Rod Rodgers dance Company, and National Ballet Folkloric of Haiti.   

Currently, Jessica is on the faculty of the Alvin Ailey School’s Professional Division and Ailey Fordham BFA program, teaching Dunham based technique and is also a Teaching Artist with “Ailey Arts in Education” and M&H Percussion. 

She’s grateful for all opportunities and humbled to be part of the Dunham legacy.