James L. Boyd III, MFA in Dance Performance and Emphasis in Choreography, CMAP Certified - Certified Movement Analysis Professional

James L. Boyd III, an artist mastering choreography, pedagogy, performance, directorial and executive accomplishments, born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. He continues to entertain the world with knowledge of multiple dance methods and professional styles of dance. James Boyd, is a Douglas Anderson School of the Arts graduate and received his B.F.A from SUNY Purchase College in dance and choreography. While attending school, Mr. Boyd performed works by dance giants such as Merce Cunningham, Bill T. Jones, George Balanchine, and Paul Taylor. Since graduation he’s shared the stage and performed with Elton John, Lady Gaga, Mary J. Blige, and Bruce Springsteen. Which led to performing around the world, as a principal artist in the technical dance company Bad Boys of Dance and Bad Boys of Ballet, which established privileges to share moments onstage with iconic dance artists, Misty Copeland, Joseph Gatti, Isaac Hernandez, Eric Underwood and Rasta Thomas. Mr. Boyd made guest appearances with Bad Boys of Dance on the hit dance show, “So You Think You Can Dance” and two television appearances as a semi-finalist on the competitive show, “America’s Got Talent.” 

Boyd has worked with multiple universities, corporations, and dance companies both nationally and internationally.

He shares his unique perspectives on dance as a lecturer at Troy University, Artistic Assistant for DAP Festival in Italy, and dance instructor with the industry's best at respected organizations like Dance Educators of America and Manhattan Dance Project.

Boyd's diverse experience and knowledge make him a vital contributor to the future of movement, and he encourages all individuals to remain curious and make discoveries.