Jessie Lee Thorne
Dancer
Jessie Lee Thorne (she/they) is a multifaceted artist from Los Angeles, California, whose talents span dance, choreography, filmmaking, and creative production. Jessie has toured extensively across the U.S., Canada, Europe, Israel, and Russia, performing with the Italian-based company IDC and Micaela Taylor’s The TL Collective, where they were a founding member and performer for seven years. Their skills in directing and choreography shine in both stage productions and award-winning films like "Topia," commissioned by Boston Moving Arts, which garnered accolades such as "Best Dance Film" at the Paris Play Film Festival and Indie Short Fest. Jessie has been commissioned to create work for institutions like The Boston Conservatory, Backhausdance, Mash Up Dance Company, and more. Their commercial dance and choreography work is featured in music videos for renowned artists including RY X, Emmitt Fenn, David Archuleta, and Kevin McHale, as well as in films like Universal's "Bobbleheads." As an educator, Jessie has shared their expertise through classes and workshops at esteemed institutions such as The Boston Conservatory, Chapman University, and UCLA. Jessie Lee Thorne is dedicated to a lifelong pursuit of cultivating connection through the transformative power of art.