Felipe Morales Brings Colombian Roots to New York’s Dance Stages

At 25, Felipe Morales has already established himself as a working professional in New York’s commercial and theatrical dance world, navigating the city with the focus of someone who knows exactly why he is here. Born and raised in Colombia, Morales became a recognized presence in street and commercial dance before relocating to New York to continue his professional development at Peridance Center.

A Professional Presence in New York Performance

Morales’ recent work reflects a steady ascent into high-visibility professional spaces. He is currently working as Associate Choreographer and Executive Assistant for Kenny’s Angels, a commercial dance company directed by Kendrick Samuels. The company—composed of fourteen female dancers, with Morales as the principal male member—is preparing for its official debut in June 2026.

In this role, Morales is deeply involved in both creative and operational leadership: co-creating choreography and concepts, coordinating rehearsals, shaping the company’s visual identity, planning costumes, and contributing to social media strategy. Rehearsals take place weekly, and the position—held since late 2025—marks a clear evolution from performer to creative leader.

Commercial and Media Work

In 2025, Morales appeared as a principal dancer in the music video “Shut Up” by Grammy-winning R&B artist Tone Stith, released on July 31 and garnering over 270,000 views on YouTube. Dancing hip hop alongside a small ensemble, Morales’ role placed him at the visual center of the project. A second video with the artist is slated for release.

His commercial choreography credits also include work with the Brooklynettes, where he served as Associate Choreographer for a 2025 season performance at the Barclays Center—a venue synonymous with large-scale, high-pressure performance environments.

Theater and Live Performance

Morales’ stage work bridges commercial dance and theatrical performance. He was a main dancer in a live comedy show by internationally recognized Mexican comedian La India Yuridia, performing at Madison Square Garden. Grounded in hip hop foundations, the performance demanded both technical command and adaptability within a large-scale live theatrical setting.

His résumé also includes national tours, musical theater, film musicals, and company work with SHINSA The Collective, as well as appearances in television and music video productions in both the United States and Colombia.

Teaching and Artistic Reach

In addition to performing and choreographing, Morales is an active educator. He has served as faculty at institutions including New York Film Academy and multiple New York dance studios, teaching street jazz, hip hop, choreography, and commercial movement. His teaching practice reinforces his role not only as a performer, but as a transmitter of professional technique and industry knowledge.

A Career in Progress

“I started dancing when I was already 19,” Morales says. “And that hasn’t stopped me. If you think you’re late, it’s just in your head.”

His career reflects a broader narrative shared by many International Artists in New York: disciplined training, cultural fluency, and the steady accumulation of professional responsibility and visibility. From Bogotá to Brooklyn, Morales has built a career in motion—one rehearsal, one stage, one project at a time.