Jacob Hobson

Jacob Hobson (he/him) is a dance researcher and performing artist based in the Southeast Michigan area. He trained at Spotlight Dance Works before pursuing a BFA in Dance concentrating in ballet at SUNY Purchase. After an academic transition, Jacob graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in the Liberal Arts in Dance and Contemplative Studies with minors in Sociology and Psychology from SUNY Purchase, in addition to having founded his own blog promoting global citizenry. At Purchase, Jacob had the opportunity to work with Jenelle Figgins, Seán Curran Dance Co., Nattie Trogdon & Hollis Bartlett, and the Paul Taylor Dance Company. Supplemental training includes Lea Ved, Mata Sakka, Paul Taylor School, Thar Be Dragons, Vim Vigor, and the Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance at Wayne State University. This is Jacob’s first season with Take Root, and he is excited to both perform and dive deeper into Dance for Parkison’s.