Services
Bringing decades of experience in choreography, direction, teaching, and mentorship to collaborations worldwide with heart
Choreographer
Lead artistic direction for dance companies, productions, and creative projects. With decades of experience directing KYL/D and collaborating with international ensembles, guidance encompasses everything from conceptual development to final presentation, ensuring cohesive artistic vision and excellence in execution.
Educator
Teach master classes, workshops, and intensive training programs that develop technical skills while nurturing artistic voice. Drawing from teaching vast experiences, educational offerings emphasize both rigorous technique and creative exploration, suitable for all levels from emerging dancers to established professionals.
Director
Commission original works. Each piece is crafted with meticulous attention to artistic vision, technical rigor, and emotional resonance. Whether for stage, film, or special events, the choreography creates dialogues between innovation and tradition that captivate audiences and challenge performers.
Mentor
Provide one-on-one mentorship for choreographers and dancers seeking to deepen their practice and develop their unique artistic perspectives. Mentorship focuses on helping artists discover their authentic voice, navigate career challenges, and create work with integrity and impact that resonates with audiences.
The Chi Movement Arts Center was a vibrant hub from 2008 to 2026, fostering creativity, community, and cultural dialogue through innovative dance programs and workshops.
KYL/D company’s performances from 1998 to 2026 challenged conventions, weaving stories of identity and heritage through powerful choreography that speaks to both personal and collective journeys.
"As a mentor, Kun-Yang nurtures aspiring dancers by instilling discipline and creativity, fostering personal growth. His commitment to education empowers students to explore their artistic voices." ------Student
Trained at Taiwan’s TNUA, with advanced certification from the Laban Centre in England and an MFA from NYU Tisch School of the Arts, former Temple University Dance Professor Kun-Yang Lin brings over 35 years of experience in teaching, directing, performance, and choreography. He led a dance company for 28 years, directed an arts center for 18 years, and created more than 110 choreographic works, blending technical excellence with visionary leadership and mentorship.
"Extremely understanding and willing to work and help improve everyone’s ability despite their major, race, etc. Greatest Professor I have ever HAD!" ------Student
"Lin’s work, as a retired Temple University Professor Emeritus of dance and his dedication and beliefs go beyond his programs. When his company first moved…neighbors did not give them a warm welcome. A proof of the community networking Metzner, Lin and anyone connected with the company have done over the years—going door to door to meet the neighbors, inviting them in for free studio shows, and teaching their children—Every ethnicity of the company’s dancers was represented, making it the most diverse audience I’ve seen of late. This was a most soul-filling and celebratory program.” - Fjord Review, 2023.
"If there's such a thing as quietly taking the city by storm, then that's what Kun-Yang Lin's done in Philadelphia. The man is highly spiritual, and that trait seeps into his expressive dance works, many of which are of a poetic, soulful quality. In both his life and art, Lin strives for a sense of connection and he's handily achieved that on the local dance scene, where his company's shows frequently sell out." ---- City Paper
"Kun-Yang treated the students with respect and with an open mind about what we have to offer as artists. He explained in detail and with constructive criticism to help us further our choreographic study. His presence in the classroom was refreshing, nurturing, and inspiring and I look forward to having class with him again in the future. My favorite class at Temple." ------Student
"It will make you look at art and dance in a whole new way! " ------Audience
"Kun-Yang’s approach to dance is unique and insightful. His style is challenging and his philosophy behind dance broadened my perspective." ------Student
“Lin’s singular choreographic and creative approaches. Often transcending boundaries in ways that build connection, Lin and KYL/D are Philadelphia treasures.” --- Broad Street Review
"I feel so lucky... It was a beautiful combination of strength, sensitivity, acute and delicate detail, and sweeping force. Visually stunning with a powerful score. To see dancers sustain their presence and poise for 60+ minutes is humbling and inspiring. What a blessing to have been able to share in the journey with KYL/D. Thank you! " ------Audience
