Choreography and Team Management: Leadership Principles in Dance Productions

Choreography in dance is not only an artistic expression but also an exercise in leadership, coordination, and organisational management. This article explores how choreographers function as leaders, navigating the dual responsibilities of artistic creation and team management in dance productions. Drawing on theories of leadership, organisational behaviour, and creative collaboration, the study investigates the principles that underpin effective leadership in choreographic contexts. Using a qualitative research methodology, including interviews with choreographers, dancers, and production managers, the article identifies the strategies through which choreographers foster collaboration, resolve conflict, and maintain artistic vision while addressing logistical and interpersonal challenges. The findings reveal that successful choreographic leadership integrates transformational leadership, servant leadership, and adaptive leadership principles, enabling choreographers to inspire creativity, ensure discipline, and sustain cohesion in teams. The study contributes to both the fields of performing arts and management by highlighting dance productions as a unique yet instructive domain for understanding leadership in creative industries. Keywords: choreography, leadership, team management, dance productions, collaboration, qualitative research