Malachi Ashley Stevens (they/them) is a multidisciplinary artist from Abingdon, Maryland, who blends dance, choreography, and poetry to tell powerful stories. Their journey began in the church, where movement became a spiritual expression and foundation for their artistic voice. They trained at Divine Dance Institute and graduated from the Baltimore School for the Arts (class of 2021), later earning a BFA from USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance with a minor in communications, and receiving the Artistic Excellence scholarship. They have performed works by renowned choreographers including Kyle Abraham, Hope Boykin, Tessandra Chavez, Peter Chu, E. Moncell Durden, Micaela Taylor, Justin Peck, Helen Pickett, and Jiří Kylián. Their training includes prestigious programs such as The School at Jacob’s Pillow Contemporary Program, Nederlands Dans Theater, A.I.M by Kyle Abraham, Gallim dance company, and Springboard Danse Pittsburgh. They are passionate about blending physicality and narrative to move and challenge audiences—and they are thrilled to begin their professional career with Hubbard Street Dance Chicago.