Private Project

Terpsichore

Terpsichore explores the artistry of dance, unveiling the dedication behind turning physicality into poetry.

  • Abigail Cunningham
    Director
  • Kaeley Beam
    Producer
  • Abigail Cunningham
    Producer
  • Dayton Contemporary Dance Company
    Key Cast
  • Cece Trapani
    Key Cast
  • Aurora Moore
    Key Cast
  • Grace Pritchard
    Field Producer
  • Kaeley Beam
    Director of Photography
  • Lucie Williamson
    1st Assistant Camera
  • Megan Mullen
    1st Assistant Camera
  • Grace Lavery
    Editor
  • Addison Blanks
    Social Media Manager
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Dance, Documentary
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 8 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    November 10, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    4,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    RED, SONY
  • Aspect Ratio:
    1:33, 1.85:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Savannah College of Art & Design
  • SCAD Savannah Film Festival
    Savannah, GA
    United States
    October 30, 2025
  • NFFTY
    Seattle, WA
    United States
    April 4, 2025
  • Yellow Springs Film Festival
    Yellow Springs, OH
    United States
    April 18, 2026
  • Athens Film Festival
    Athens, GA
    United States
    August 15, 2025
    Best Documentary, Best GA Film, Best Student Film Selections
  • Amor Nina Film Festival
    Atlanta, GA
    United States
    December 18, 2024
    North American Premiere
Director Biography - Abigail Cunningham

Abigail Cunningham graduated from the Savannah College of Art & Design's Film & Television program, with a focus in producing, directing, and editing. Abigail is drawn to documentary filmmaking because this medium enables her to articulate her enthusiasm for sharing authentic stories through the lens of the camera. Exploring three distinct dance styles in Terpsichore, Abigail aims to spark conversation and immerse her audience into the captivating world of dance.

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Director Statement

Terpsichore is a celebration of the boundless possibilities within the art of dance. We are inviting our viewers to explore the connections that dance fosters between genre, artist, and the world around us. Our approach to this documentary is rooted in the belief that dance is a universal language- one that speaks to the deepest aspects of our being. By embracing a poetic lens, we aim to capture not just the choreography, but the essence of each dancer’s emotional and spiritual expression.