A new episode of Empowered, now airing on public television, takes viewers behind the scenes of the dance world and Harlequin Floors. Hosted by Meg Ryan, the episode highlights the critical role of performance flooring and showcases Harlequin’s industry-leading expertise in creating safe, high-quality surfaces for dancers, performers, and production professionals.

Performance flooring is an essential element of any creative space, providing the durability, shock absorption, and slip resistance needed to support artists in their craft. This collaboration between Empowered and Harlequin Floors gives viewers an in-depth look at how different flooring solutions enhance performance, safety, and artistic expression across various disciplines – including dance, theater, live events, and film production.

“As an organization that works closely with artists, we know how important it is to have the right tools for success,” said Valerie Maliga, Senior VP of Empowered. “Harlequin Flooring exceeds all of our expectations, and we’re excited to share their expertise with a wider audience.” 

Throughout the episode, audiences will hear from key members of the Harlequin Floors team as they share insights on choosing the right flooring for various performance environments. Viewers will also learn about renowned arts organizations that trust Harlequin and hear firsthand testimonials from some of the artists and professionals who perform on Harlequin Floors. In one interview, Angel Corella, Artistic Director for Philadelphia Ballet, shared:

“When I started dancing with American Ballet Theatre, and I experienced dancing on Harlequin Floors, all of a sudden, it was like I was floating in the air. The floor made a huge impact. It made me improve in a short period of time really greatly. So, Harlequin Floors, they’re the best in the world.”

Corella’s experience speaks to a truth Harlequin Floors has championed for decades: performance flooring matters. With this episode of Empowered now circulating on national public television, Harlequin is excited to bring its story of innovation and support for the arts to a broader audience.“Harlequin is proud to be featured on Empowered,” said Chrissy Ott Richter, Marketing Communications Director of Harlequin Floors Americas. “This opportunity highlights our ongoing commitment to providing flooring solutions that support artists around the world, helping them perform at their best. Our floors are designed with performers in mind, and we’re thrilled to showcase our contributions to the arts community.”