Company History

Malia Movement Company (MMCo) was created by Malia Connor in 1992 as a vessel to bring together and heal women of varying ethnicities, ages, body types and socio-economic status through the art of dance. Malia and her company firmly believe that all people can find inspiration in one another, and are dedicated to creating opportunities for this using different mediums and platforms of theater. Through numerous performances with a wide range of dancers, vocalists, poets, visual artists and audiences, Malia Movement Company’s programs have evolved into visual meditations; experiences that embody a seamless blend of Malia’s fluid movement vocabulary, social consciousness and commitment to artistic diversity.

As a Dunham trained dancer, Malia personally identifies with movement that is healing, socially relevant and multi-dimensional. She prides herself on creating pieces that educate with a light touch, and her choreographic works often shed light on social issues such as single parenting, being of mixed heritage or the plight of indigenous peoples. In addition, Malia often fuses a variety of artistic mediums into her dance pieces including visual art, spoken word, live music, live vocals, large-scale projections and the element of improvisation. Malia has shared work in venues ranging from large stages to small galleries, and appreciates any space that will allow the company to establish an intimate connection with its audience.

Now in its sixteenth year of arts collaboration in the Bay Area, Malia Movement Company is focused on growth and expansion. MMCo continues to be an active community member through participation in local events and collaboration with non-profit and educational organizations.