Karly Meehan (she/her) is a Chicago native based in Philadelphia as a MFA candidate at Temple University. She obtained her BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas in 2021, studying under Louis Kavouras, Christopher Huggins, Ari Mayzick, and Dolly Kelepecz. After graduating, Karly produced two shows for the UNLV Performing Arts Center as a guest artist, as well as created and managed dance curriculum for the Salcianu Elite Gymnastics Academy. Two of her works, Butterflies and SONDER have been recognized in the Inspired Dance Australia Film Festival and the Inaside Chicago Dance Choreography Competition. Now in Philadelphia, Karly is a freelance performer and educator. She hopes to aid in creating inclusive dance education in K-12 institutions.
