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Tianyi Li,

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Dance Artist | Choreographer | Educator

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​Arts Council England------supported artist. 

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Tianyi Li is a London-based dance artist whose practice bridges contemporary dance, classical ballet, and Chinese dance traditions. She holds a Master’s degree in Dance Performance from the University of Chichester.

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Her choreographic voice is rooted in fluidity and transformation, drawing inspiration from ballet, Tai Chi, and modern dance to form a movement language that transcends stylistic boundaries. Influenced by the philosophical principles of Taoism—softness, continuity, and the unseen energy between gestures—her work explores how subtle physicality can evoke deep emotional resonance and cultural reflection.

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As a dedicated dance educator, Tianyi was teach Associate students at The Royal Ballet School, sharing her expertise in both ballet and contemporary techniques with young dancers of exceptional potential. She is also invited to teach professional-level contemporary classes and workshops at Rambert (2025).

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Tianyi also serves as the Artistic Director of the London Chinese Dance School and the UK-China Dance Association, where she has been instrumental in shaping cross-cultural dance education in the UK. Her teaching philosophy centres on musicality, spatial awareness, and individuality, empowering each dancer to discover their unique artistic voice.
(Find out more about the London Chinese Dance School: www.lcdslondon.com)

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As a performer and choreographer, Tianyi has collaborated with internationally acclaimed artists including Keira Martin, Donald Edwards, Geoff Dunlop, Yael Flexer, Ann Nugent, and Sarah Golding. Her works have been presented at leading UK venues such as The Place, Royal Theatre Winchester, and The Point, as well as at major Chinese theatres and arts platforms including the National Centre for the Performing Arts (Beijing), Shanghai International Dance Center, LDTX Theatre, and Guangzhou Contemporary Dance Company.​ Her creations have also featured at prominent Chinese arts festivals, including the Aranya Art Festival, Wuzhen Theatre Festival, and China Dance Biennale, reflecting her deep engagement with both Eastern and Western artistic contexts.