Founded in 2012 by Danielle Agami, ate9 has emerged as a laboratory for movement innovation and artistic exploration.

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The founder, dancer and choreographer Danielle Agami, drew from a rich career at the Batsheva Dance Company as a dancer, and later as a ballet mistress. She then launched ate9, first in Seattle, then in Los Angeles, creating a repertoire of over eight complete works and numerous site-specific performances.

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The company has collaborated with leading institutions such as LA Philharmonic, REDCAT, and CAP UCLA, as well as with prominent artists including Wilco percussionist Glenn Kotche and actor Jon Hamm.

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Recognized for her original approach and dynamism, Danielle Agami has received awards such as the Virginia B. Toulmin Fellowship and the Princess Grace Award, further cementing her influence in the field of contemporary dance.

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Since 2024, Ate9’s new chapter is based in Paris, with the ambition to create performances around the world, without borders.

Committed to pushing boundaries and cultivating new artistic experiences, ate9 continues to evolve, supporting original creation and building an international community of dancers.