“Skinny Love” by Birdy
A movement study guided by shared emotion.
Though the dancers come from different genres, their bodies speak the same language—
one of longing, tenderness, and quiet intensity.
Set to Skinny Love by Birdy, this piece explores connection beyond form.
Rockefeller Center, New York
At reSOUND, an immersive exhibition at Rockefeller Center in New York, Joy Lee directed and choreographed Light, Fire, Ocean as a solo work. The piece explores the sensory qualities of the three elements, creating an immersive environment where audiences are invited to feel, move through, and experience each element in space.
G2 — Wind Blow
I directed the movement for Korean-American artist G2’s piece, Wind Blow, focusing on presence, clarity, and controlled intensity.
Through movement, we shaped a visual rhythm that supported the lyrics—never overpowering, always intentional.
My role was to frame the artist with precision, allowing the choreography to elevate without distraction.
So What Is There? – Fugue State
Joy Lee served as choreographer, movement director, and lead performer for the music video So What Is There?. The work explores embodied emotion through movement and visual rhythm, translating sound into physical presence and atmospheric performance.
ICRC “What’s Your Move” Campaign
Created in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross, this piece explores the emotional impact of war and the healing power of humanitarian aid.
Through movement, we expressed the journey from pain to recovery—led by the ICRC’s presence in conflict zones.
My role was to guide the dancers in embodying resilience, empathy, and hope.
STIMELA – Wynter Gordon
A large-scale piece featuring over 20 dancers and non-dancers alike.
Even those without dance training expressed emotion through subtle hand and upper body movements, as well as walking and spatial composition.
The focus was on conveying feeling beyond technique, through simple, intentional gestures.