About Deanna Gerde

Deanna Gerde (she/her) is a dance artist and choreographer based in Rhode Island. She was born in Syracuse, NY, and received her formal dance training from SUNY Brockport and The Joffrey Ballet School in Manhattan. Deanna began her career as a freelance artist in Manhattan, and subsequently danced with Ballet Arkansas from 2017–2019. She moved on to dance with Newport Contemporary Ballet from 2019 to 2025. She continues to dance and create work as an independent artist.

Deanna teaches dance in the RI area, both in dance schools, and through educational outreach to local elementary and middle schools. She feels passionate about enriching young minds through art and community.

As a choreographer, Deanna has presented work at Roger Williams University, Choreography Project Providence, Cre8Dance Pittsburgh (in collaboration with Benjamin Rabe), Newport Contemporary Ballet, the Newport Dance Festival, Puddingstone Festival, and NCB Junior Company. Her work was also accepted by Choreographer Collections Los Angeles 2025. Her creations reflect a mindfulness towards deep inner dialogues, and emphasis on distinct musicality.

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