MUGLER CREATORS Program Shines a Light on Purchase
Purchase College is incredibly honored to be part of the newly launched MUGLER CREATORS: LIGHTS ON CREATIVE PEOPLE.
We proudly share news of Purchase College’s exciting new relationship with the global fragrance and fashion brand Mugler as well as our deepest gratitude for scholarships in support of our dance students.
“The Conservatory of Dance is very grateful to Mugler for this transformative gift. Our talented dancers have immense potential. We’re confident that these generous scholarships will help our dancers focus on their training and will enable them to graduate with less financial strain, says Darrah Carr, Director, Conservatory of Dance.

Preparing to Launch
Last spring, British-Tunisian film director Félicity Ben Rejeb Price visited campus capturing our students in rehearsal led by alum Cain Coleman for a captivating short film that accompanies the announcement, which “not only celebrates the initiative but celebrates the avant-garde legacy of our would-be future stars, showcasing the transformative power of creativity and empowerment.”
Special Thanks
We’re grateful to the faculty and students who participated in making the film.
Choreographer
Faculty Rehearsal Assistant
Student Rehearsal Assistant
Cast Members
Scholarship Recipients
We’re pleased to announce the first recipients of the Mugler Creators scholarships:
- Mathieu De Oleo
- Blessed Defy-Pierre
- Julia (Jules) Gershman
- Anya Harvey
- Nariah Mullins
- Veronica Obando
- Nylah Pelzer
- Erin Rosebar
- Quincy Vincent
Mugler Press Release
The House of Mugler has long enjoyed a profound link with the performing arts, intimately entwined with entertainment and larger-than-life performances.
Mugler’s unique connection to this universe has made it a beloved brand among boundary-pushing artists, from the legendary James Brown, Diana Ross, David Bowie, and George Michael to icons of today such as Dua Lipa, Black Pink, Bad Bunny and Beyoncé.
Mugler seeks to empower all to unleash power through extraordinary and limitless metamorphosis. As a true cultural force, Mugler champions the empowerment of people and inclusivity, continually redefining its avant-garde legacy.
Today, Mugler announces its first social program, providing scholarships to promising music and dance students in financial need. Embracing a heritage in the performing arts, Mugler recognizes the growing need to support performing arts education, making higher education more accessible.
Introducing the Mugler Creators Program, a visionary initiative selecting 16 promising young talents in financial need in the fields of contemporary music and dance. The program offers scholarships opportunities, ensuring selected students receive resources to fuel their career trajectory to stratospheric heights.
These future stars are nurtured through unparalleled support, provided by the Mugler House in partnership with contemporary music and dance schools, and charities. Beginning in 2024, the program will donate 175,000€ to participating institutions in the United States and the United Kingdom, with plans to expand globally in future years.
In the United Kingdom, the Mugler Creators Program partners with Trinity Laban, renowned for its programs in contemporary music, dance, and singing, and with the national support organization for dance One Dance UK. Together, they selected the recipients for the United Kingdom. In the United States, the program partners with Purchase College and the Purchase College Foundation, a public liberal arts college with outstanding conservatories, including the acclaimed Conservatory of Dance. The scholarship recipients were nominated by faculty members in conjunction with the Dance Board of Study.
“For over 50 years, the connection between the world of performance and the House of Mugler has been unbreakable. Today, it fills me with pride and joy to offer talented young artists the chance to transform their dreams into reality, inspiring the next generation of performers to reach their full potential with the help of the Mugler Creators Program.”
—Danièle Lahana-Aidenbaum, Global Brand President Mugler Fashion & Fragrances
“We are delighted to partner with Mugler and One Dance UK on the Creators Program, which aligns with our commitment to breaking down barriers to accessing the arts. We believe that young people from all backgrounds should have the opportunity to pursue their creative ambitions and we are thrilled that this program will enable these students to study with us, empowering a new generation of musicians and dancers.”
—Professor Anthony Bowne, Principal of Trinity Laban
The initiative is accompanied by a captivating film short, featuring talented volunteer students from Purchase College and Trinity Laban, directed by British-Tunisian director Félicity Ben Rejeb Price, renowned for her creative and progressive vision on urban culture and a portfolio that includes collaborations with global icons in the entertainment and fashion industry. The cinematic expression not only celebrates the initiative but celebrates the avant-garde legacy of our would-be future stars, showcasing the transformative power of creativity and empowerment.
The House of Mugler extends its deepest gratitude to the two choreographers who lent their artistry to the film’s movement design: Cain Coleman, Purchase Dance alum and commissioned guest artist, and Stephanie Schober, Professor at Trinity Laban. Our sincerest thanks also go out to all the student volunteers who graciously dedicated their time and talents to this project.
The Mugler Creators Program begins at the commencement of the 2024 academic year and will continue to be an integral cultural institution in years to come.
(Photos: © Greg Kessler, unless otherwise noted.)