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SUMMARY:Private and Semi-Private Tap Lessons with Jenefer Miller
DESCRIPTION:Renowned tap artist and educator Jenefer Miller offers ongoing private tap lessons for dancers seeking strong rhythmic foundations\, artistic growth\, and deeper musical connection. Lessons are individualized and may include technique\, solo or group choreography\, improvisation\, teacher training\, mentorship\, and audition or college prep. Open to all levels. \nContact: moc.snoitcudorpllimjnull@nej | @jenk360
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/private-and-semi-private-tap-lessons-with-jenefer-miller/
LOCATION:Tempe\, AZ
CATEGORIES:Book Event and Dance Community Conversation,Classes,Tap Dance,Tap Dance,Teacher Training
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SUMMARY:Creative Connections Choreography Competition at SCC Dance
DESCRIPTION:SCC Dance’s Creative Connections (C2) Choreography Competition is now open!\nConsider submitting work to the C² Choreography Competition\, a mechanism to connect AZ High School Dance\, Scottsdale Community College (SCC) Dance\, and the AZ Professional Dance communities. Winners will receive an award as well as perform at the SCC Images in Motion Fall dance concert on December 11 and 12\, 2026. \nSome additional details:\nOne high school dance program will be chosen to:\n\nHave a $300 scholarship reserved at SCC for a designated graduate from their program\nPerform the winning selection on the SCC Images in Motion dance concert\n\nOne professional dance company will be chosen to:\n\nReceive an $800 award\nPerform the winning selection on the SCC Images in Motion Dance concert\n\n  \nClick here for additional information and eligibility.  Works-in-progress are welcome! \nQuestions?  Contact ude.cceladsttocsnull@ecnadccs. \nApplication deadline is Friday\, November 13th\, 11:59pm
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/creative-connections-choreography-competition-at-scc-dance/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Community College Performing Arts Center\, 9000 E. Chaparral Rd.\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85256\, United States
CATEGORIES:Competition
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SUMMARY:National DANCE Day
DESCRIPTION:As of February 2019 the Dizzy Feet Foundation is now the American Dance Movement\, sponsor of National Dance Day held on the 3rd Saturday in September each year. \n \nhttps://americandancemovement.org/national-dance-day/ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/AmericanDanceMovement/ \n  \nHistory: Established in 2010 by Dizzy Feet co-founder\, Nigel Lythgoe\, National Dance Day is an annual celebration dedicated to dance\, that encourages Americans of all ages to incorporate dance into their lives. By creating a focused day of celebration\, Dizzy Feet Foundation aims to educate the public about dance and its many benefits\, as well as make dance accessible and inclusive to everyone. \nNational Dance Day (NDD) is a day of celebrating dance\, in all its forms. Accessible to everyone at every ability level\, National Dance Day provides:\n• An instructional video\, made available online\, for people to view\, learn and share with others wherever they are\n• Events hosted in key cities\, providing free dance classes and performances for all ages and skills levels\, with information from a range of community dance organizations\n• Nationwide Event Registration that encourages and supports individuals & communities\, as they celebrate NDD\n• Strong online presence\, allowing everyone to participate\, no matter where they are across America \nVisit the website for up-to-date information on videos and events around the country. \nWhat are you doing to celebrate NATIONAL DANCE DAY?
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/national-dance-day-2026-09-19/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,DANCE HOLIDAY
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SUMMARY:Free Primary Ballet Class (Chandler)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a budding ballerina in your life? Yen-Li Chen Ballet School is holding a FREE trial primary II ballet class for 4-5 year olds on Tuesday\, September 22 from 4:30-5:30pm! This is a wonderful opportunity for little ones to experience the joy of ballet and have fun. Children will learn stretching\, posture\, ballet terminology\, movement exploration and more. \nFor the trial class\, students should wear a T-shirt and bike shorts. \n  \nYen-Li Chen Ballet School is located in Chandler\, Arizona and is committed to providing the highest level of ballet training in a comfortable and nurturing setting. The school provides children with the opportunity to pursue their love of ballet towards a professional career or simply enjoy the physical and emotional benefits of dance. Artistic Director Yen-Li Chen believes the benefits of professional ballet training extend far beyond the dance studio and provides children with self-discipline\, self-confidence\, a sense of teamwork and physical well being. Learn more at yenlichen.com.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/free-primary-ballet-class-chandler/
LOCATION:Yen-Li Chen Ballet School\, 635 S. Alma School Rd.\, Chandler\, AZ\, 85224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballet
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SUMMARY:The 27th Annual Arizona Dance Festival 2026 (Tempe)
DESCRIPTION:27th Annual Arizona Dance Festival 2026\nThursday-Saturday\, September 24-26\, 2026    \nPre-Show Event (Lobby) at 6:30pm-7:15pm Studio Stage Performances\nTempe Center for the Arts – Studio\, 700 West Rio Salado Parkway\, Tempe\, AZ 85281 \n $28.75 Adult\, $26.45 Senior/ Military\, $23.00 Student / Group of 10+\, $40.25 VIP Preferred Seating\n            Friends of Desert Dance Theatre Discount (USE PROMO CODE: FODDT26)\nDiscounts available for multiple day purchases\n    *Service fee included on ticket prices \nTICKETS:     TCA Box Office: 480-350-2822 or purchase.tempecenterforthearts.com\nOnline: CLICK HERE \nSHOW INFO: CLICK HERE \nFACEBOOK Event Page: CLICK HERE \nARIZONA DANCE FESTIVAL 2026\nDesert Dance Theatre and the Arizona Dance Coalition presents the 27th Annual Arizona Dance Festival 2026 at Tempe Center for the Arts (TCA) Studio on Thursday-Saturday\, September 24-26\, 2026 at 7:30pm.  \nPre-show activities and performances will occur in the TCA Lobby at 6:30pm-7:15pm. Join us in a movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble\, plus performances by Erika Alexandria (Thursday)\, Step’s Junk Funk (Friday)\, and Victoria Morena Olmos-Tsosie (Saturday). This portion of the evening is FREE to the PUBLIC. \nThe Arizona Dance Festival will feature over 30 different dance artists and companies\, showcasing an eclectic variety of choreography and dance performances from around the state of Arizona and out of state. This unique setting will give audiences a taste of what is happening in Arizona’s dance scene. It is a perfect platform for dance companies to get exposure\, promote their work\, and to connect with others in the dance community and the general public. Each evening performance will showcase different dance artists including emerging artists as well as professional companies from all genres and styles of dance.  \nA post-performance “Q & A” / “Talk Back” will be facilitated by the Arizona Dance Coalition directly after the show. This will allow the audience to engage in lively conversation with the artistic directors and choreographers for a deeper dive into insights in the creation of their dance works. \n“The Arizona Dance Coalition is a major event sponsor. \nFEATURED DANCE ARTISTS AND COMPANIES \nTHURSDAY\, SEPTEMBER 24 – Line-up (Alphabetical Order) \nPre-Show Activities: Interactive movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble; solo dance performance by Erika Alexxandrya \nAlignDance Theatre (Scottsdale\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nCaZo Dance Theatre (Mesa\, AZ) – Modern \nDesert Dance Theatre/Step’s Junk Funk (Tempe/Mesa\, AZ) – Interdisciplinary Modern & Percussion\nErika Alexxandrya (Los Angeles\, CA) – Contemporary\nJazz Spectrum Dance Company (Lake Forest\, CA) – Classical Jazz\nLenora Noire (Phoenix\, AZ) – Raqs Sharqi/Egyptian Style Belly Dance\nShahrazad Dance Company (Phoenix\, AZ) – Egyptian/ Arabic Dance\nShane O’Hara * Solo Dance (Williamsburg\, VA) – Dance Theatre Solo \nWagner Dance Premiere All Stars (Mesa\, AZ) – Contemporary \nFRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 25 – Line-up (Alphabetical Order) \nPre-Show Activities: Interactive movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble; interactive performance by Step’s Junk Funk \nAhdivah Cohen / Sedona Dance Project – Contemporary\nAstarte Belly Dance Troupe (Gilbert\, AZ) – Egyptian Cabaret \nClasscalFusionDance (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary\nDesert Dance Theatre (Tempe\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nKaleidic Creations (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nNannette Brodie Dance Theatre & Sustaita Dance Company (Long Beach\, CA) – Modern\nNevada Repertory Dance Theater (Las Vegas\, NV) – Contemporary Modern\nScottsdale Community College Dance Program (Scottsdale\, AZ) – Modern\nWight Noise Dance Company (Peoria\, AZ) – Modern \nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 26 – Line-up (Alphabetical Order) \nPre-Show Activities: Interactive movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble; solo dance performance by Victoria Morena Olmos-Tsosie \nCanyon Movement Company (Flagstaff\, AZ) – Modern\nCaZo Dance Theatre (Mesa\, AZ) – Modern\nDesert Dance Theatre/Step’s Junk Funk (Tempe/Mesa\, AZ) – Interdisciplinary Modern & Percussion\nKraken Still and Film (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary\nKrishna A.K.A KCBoy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Hip Hop\nMovement Source Dance Company (Phoenix\, AZ) – Modern\nNannette Brodie Dance Theatre (Long Beach\, CA) – Modern\nNevada Repertory Dance Theater (Las Vegas\, NV) – Modern\nOllin Yoliztli Dance Academy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Mexican Folkloric\nRosenkrans Dans (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nUtkala Dance Academy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Sambalpuri Folk Dance\nZoriy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Belly Dance \nDDT Website: http://www.desertdancetheatre.org/\nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/DesertDanceTheatreAZ \nTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/DesertDanceAZ \nInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/DesertDanceTheatreAZ \nInstagram: @TempeArts \nFacebook: @TempeCenterfortheArts \nQuestions? Contact Lisa R. Chow at gro.ertaehTecnaDtreseDnull@asiL or Cell 602-740 9616.  
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/the-27th-annual-arizona-dance-festival-2026-tempe/
LOCATION:Tempe Center for the Arts\, 700 West Rio Salado Parkway\, Tempe\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,Classes,Community Event,Dance Performance,Festival,Film Screen Dance,Film Screening,Guest Artist Master Class,Various Dance Genres,Various Dance Genres
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SUMMARY:The 27th Annual Arizona Dance Festival 2026 (Tempe)
DESCRIPTION:27th Annual Arizona Dance Festival 2026\nThursday-Saturday\, September 24-26\, 2026    \nPre-Show Event (Lobby) at 6:30pm-7:15pm Studio Stage Performances\nTempe Center for the Arts – Studio\, 700 West Rio Salado Parkway\, Tempe\, AZ 85281 \n $28.75 Adult\, $26.45 Senior/ Military\, $23.00 Student / Group of 10+\, $40.25 VIP Preferred Seating\n            Friends of Desert Dance Theatre Discount (USE PROMO CODE: FODDT26)\nDiscounts available for multiple day purchases\n    *Service fee included on ticket prices \nTICKETS:     TCA Box Office: 480-350-2822 or purchase.tempecenterforthearts.com\nOnline: CLICK HERE \nSHOW INFO: CLICK HERE \nFACEBOOK Event Page: CLICK HERE \nARIZONA DANCE FESTIVAL 2026\nDesert Dance Theatre and the Arizona Dance Coalition presents the 27th Annual Arizona Dance Festival 2026 at Tempe Center for the Arts (TCA) Studio on Thursday-Saturday\, September 24-26\, 2026 at 7:30pm.  \nPre-show activities and performances will occur in the TCA Lobby at 6:30pm-7:15pm. Join us in a movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble\, plus performances by Erika Alexandria (Thursday)\, Step’s Junk Funk (Friday)\, and Victoria Morena Olmos-Tsosie (Saturday). This portion of the evening is FREE to the PUBLIC. \nThe Arizona Dance Festival will feature over 30 different dance artists and companies\, showcasing an eclectic variety of choreography and dance performances from around the state of Arizona and out of state. This unique setting will give audiences a taste of what is happening in Arizona’s dance scene. It is a perfect platform for dance companies to get exposure\, promote their work\, and to connect with others in the dance community and the general public. Each evening performance will showcase different dance artists including emerging artists as well as professional companies from all genres and styles of dance.  \nA post-performance “Q & A” / “Talk Back” will be facilitated by the Arizona Dance Coalition directly after the show. This will allow the audience to engage in lively conversation with the artistic directors and choreographers for a deeper dive into insights in the creation of their dance works. \n“The Arizona Dance Coalition is a major event sponsor. \nFEATURED DANCE ARTISTS AND COMPANIES \nTHURSDAY\, SEPTEMBER 24 – Line-up (Alphabetical Order) \nPre-Show Activities: Interactive movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble; solo dance performance by Erika Alexxandrya \nAlignDance Theatre (Scottsdale\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nCaZo Dance Theatre (Mesa\, AZ) – Modern \nDesert Dance Theatre/Step’s Junk Funk (Tempe/Mesa\, AZ) – Interdisciplinary Modern & Percussion\nErika Alexxandrya (Los Angeles\, CA) – Contemporary\nJazz Spectrum Dance Company (Lake Forest\, CA) – Classical Jazz\nLenora Noire (Phoenix\, AZ) – Raqs Sharqi/Egyptian Style Belly Dance\nShahrazad Dance Company (Phoenix\, AZ) – Egyptian/ Arabic Dance\nShane O’Hara * Solo Dance (Williamsburg\, VA) – Dance Theatre Solo \nWagner Dance Premiere All Stars (Mesa\, AZ) – Contemporary \nFRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 25 – Line-up (Alphabetical Order) \nPre-Show Activities: Interactive movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble; interactive performance by Step’s Junk Funk \nAhdivah Cohen / Sedona Dance Project – Contemporary\nAstarte Belly Dance Troupe (Gilbert\, AZ) – Egyptian Cabaret \nClasscalFusionDance (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary\nDesert Dance Theatre (Tempe\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nKaleidic Creations (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nNannette Brodie Dance Theatre & Sustaita Dance Company (Long Beach\, CA) – Modern\nNevada Repertory Dance Theater (Las Vegas\, NV) – Contemporary Modern\nScottsdale Community College Dance Program (Scottsdale\, AZ) – Modern\nWight Noise Dance Company (Peoria\, AZ) – Modern \nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 26 – Line-up (Alphabetical Order) \nPre-Show Activities: Interactive movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble; solo dance performance by Victoria Morena Olmos-Tsosie \nCanyon Movement Company (Flagstaff\, AZ) – Modern\nCaZo Dance Theatre (Mesa\, AZ) – Modern\nDesert Dance Theatre/Step’s Junk Funk (Tempe/Mesa\, AZ) – Interdisciplinary Modern & Percussion\nKraken Still and Film (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary\nKrishna A.K.A KCBoy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Hip Hop\nMovement Source Dance Company (Phoenix\, AZ) – Modern\nNannette Brodie Dance Theatre (Long Beach\, CA) – Modern\nNevada Repertory Dance Theater (Las Vegas\, NV) – Modern\nOllin Yoliztli Dance Academy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Mexican Folkloric\nRosenkrans Dans (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nUtkala Dance Academy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Sambalpuri Folk Dance\nZoriy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Belly Dance \nDDT Website: http://www.desertdancetheatre.org/\nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/DesertDanceTheatreAZ \nTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/DesertDanceAZ \nInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/DesertDanceTheatreAZ \nInstagram: @TempeArts \nFacebook: @TempeCenterfortheArts \nQuestions? Contact Lisa R. Chow at gro.ertaehTecnaDtreseDnull@asiL or Cell 602-740 9616.  
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/the-27th-annual-arizona-dance-festival-2026-tempe-4/
LOCATION:Tempe Center for the Arts\, 700 West Rio Salado Parkway\, Tempe\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,Classes,Community Event,Dance Performance,Festival,Film Screen Dance,Film Screening,Guest Artist Master Class,Various Dance Genres,Various Dance Genres
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SUMMARY:The 27th Annual Arizona Dance Festival 2026 (Tempe)
DESCRIPTION:27th Annual Arizona Dance Festival 2026\nThursday-Saturday\, September 24-26\, 2026    \nPre-Show Event (Lobby) at 6:30pm-7:15pm Studio Stage Performances\nTempe Center for the Arts – Studio\, 700 West Rio Salado Parkway\, Tempe\, AZ 85281 \n $28.75 Adult\, $26.45 Senior/ Military\, $23.00 Student / Group of 10+\, $40.25 VIP Preferred Seating\n            Friends of Desert Dance Theatre Discount (USE PROMO CODE: FODDT26)\nDiscounts available for multiple day purchases\n    *Service fee included on ticket prices \nTICKETS:     TCA Box Office: 480-350-2822 or purchase.tempecenterforthearts.com\nOnline: CLICK HERE \nSHOW INFO: CLICK HERE \nFACEBOOK Event Page: CLICK HERE \nARIZONA DANCE FESTIVAL 2026\nDesert Dance Theatre and the Arizona Dance Coalition presents the 27th Annual Arizona Dance Festival 2026 at Tempe Center for the Arts (TCA) Studio on Thursday-Saturday\, September 24-26\, 2026 at 7:30pm.  \nPre-show activities and performances will occur in the TCA Lobby at 6:30pm-7:15pm. Join us in a movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble\, plus performances by Erika Alexandria (Thursday)\, Step’s Junk Funk (Friday)\, and Victoria Morena Olmos-Tsosie (Saturday). This portion of the evening is FREE to the PUBLIC. \nThe Arizona Dance Festival will feature over 30 different dance artists and companies\, showcasing an eclectic variety of choreography and dance performances from around the state of Arizona and out of state. This unique setting will give audiences a taste of what is happening in Arizona’s dance scene. It is a perfect platform for dance companies to get exposure\, promote their work\, and to connect with others in the dance community and the general public. Each evening performance will showcase different dance artists including emerging artists as well as professional companies from all genres and styles of dance.  \nA post-performance “Q & A” / “Talk Back” will be facilitated by the Arizona Dance Coalition directly after the show. This will allow the audience to engage in lively conversation with the artistic directors and choreographers for a deeper dive into insights in the creation of their dance works. \n“The Arizona Dance Coalition is a major event sponsor. \nFEATURED DANCE ARTISTS AND COMPANIES \nTHURSDAY\, SEPTEMBER 24 – Line-up (Alphabetical Order) \nPre-Show Activities: Interactive movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble; solo dance performance by Erika Alexxandrya \nAlignDance Theatre (Scottsdale\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nCaZo Dance Theatre (Mesa\, AZ) – Modern \nDesert Dance Theatre/Step’s Junk Funk (Tempe/Mesa\, AZ) – Interdisciplinary Modern & Percussion\nErika Alexxandrya (Los Angeles\, CA) – Contemporary\nJazz Spectrum Dance Company (Lake Forest\, CA) – Classical Jazz\nLenora Noire (Phoenix\, AZ) – Raqs Sharqi/Egyptian Style Belly Dance\nShahrazad Dance Company (Phoenix\, AZ) – Egyptian/ Arabic Dance\nShane O’Hara * Solo Dance (Williamsburg\, VA) – Dance Theatre Solo \nWagner Dance Premiere All Stars (Mesa\, AZ) – Contemporary \nFRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 25 – Line-up (Alphabetical Order) \nPre-Show Activities: Interactive movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble; interactive performance by Step’s Junk Funk \nAhdivah Cohen / Sedona Dance Project – Contemporary\nAstarte Belly Dance Troupe (Gilbert\, AZ) – Egyptian Cabaret \nClasscalFusionDance (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary\nDesert Dance Theatre (Tempe\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nKaleidic Creations (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nNannette Brodie Dance Theatre & Sustaita Dance Company (Long Beach\, CA) – Modern\nNevada Repertory Dance Theater (Las Vegas\, NV) – Contemporary Modern\nScottsdale Community College Dance Program (Scottsdale\, AZ) – Modern\nWight Noise Dance Company (Peoria\, AZ) – Modern \nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 26 – Line-up (Alphabetical Order) \nPre-Show Activities: Interactive movement experience with COMMIT Dance Fitness Arizona Ensemble; solo dance performance by Victoria Morena Olmos-Tsosie \nCanyon Movement Company (Flagstaff\, AZ) – Modern\nCaZo Dance Theatre (Mesa\, AZ) – Modern\nDesert Dance Theatre/Step’s Junk Funk (Tempe/Mesa\, AZ) – Interdisciplinary Modern & Percussion\nKraken Still and Film (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary\nKrishna A.K.A KCBoy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Hip Hop\nMovement Source Dance Company (Phoenix\, AZ) – Modern\nNannette Brodie Dance Theatre (Long Beach\, CA) – Modern\nNevada Repertory Dance Theater (Las Vegas\, NV) – Modern\nOllin Yoliztli Dance Academy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Mexican Folkloric\nRosenkrans Dans (Phoenix\, AZ) – Contemporary Modern\nUtkala Dance Academy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Sambalpuri Folk Dance\nZoriy (Phoenix\, AZ) – Belly Dance \nDDT Website: http://www.desertdancetheatre.org/\nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/DesertDanceTheatreAZ \nTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/DesertDanceAZ \nInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/DesertDanceTheatreAZ \nInstagram: @TempeArts \nFacebook: @TempeCenterfortheArts \nQuestions? Contact Lisa R. Chow at gro.ertaehTecnaDtreseDnull@asiL or Cell 602-740 9616.  
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/the-27th-annual-arizona-dance-festival-2026-tempe-5/
LOCATION:Tempe Center for the Arts\, 700 West Rio Salado Parkway\, Tempe\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,Classes,Community Event,Dance Performance,Festival,Film Screen Dance,Film Screening,Guest Artist Master Class,Various Dance Genres,Various Dance Genres
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SUMMARY:BlakTinx Dance Festival: Curtain Call
DESCRIPTION:BlakTinx Dance Festival celebrates 10 years with Curtain Call\, bringing together an incredible lineup of established dance artists from Phoenix and beyond for two nights at Third Street Theater. Audiences will experience a dynamic range of movement and choreographic voices\, from contemporary and modern dance to dance theater\, salsa\, hip hop\, flamenco and more. Across generations and styles\, the festival features artists who have built rich bodies of work and made their mark in the dance field. Friday and Saturday feature two completely different programs—each night its own star-studded celebration of dance. Come for one night\, or better yet\, experience both! \nPresented by Latina Dance Project\, BlakTinx centers Black and Latinx choreographers and the stories\, perspectives and artistic voices they bring to the stage. Curtain Call celebrates the artists and community who have shaped BlakTinx over the past decade while bringing together the breadth\, energy and artistry that have defined the festival. \nFriday\, October 2 & Saturday\, October 3\, 2026Third Street Theater inside Phoenix Center for the Arts1202 N. 3rd St.\, Phoenix\, AZ 85004Doors: 6:30 PM | Performance: 7:00 PM$20 each night | $35 Weekend Pass \nTicket Link: TICKETS | BlakTinx Dance \nFriday Lineup\n5 works • 15-minute intermission • 5 works \nJuls Tarango & Juan Carlos Gutiérrez Garcia \nAngelina Ramirez \nRenee Davis \nRAIMIZ \nAlexander Patrick-Rolando \nThiditsana “Didi” \nLiliana Gomez \nShayla Eshelman & Honestine Mbuyenge \nSteven Redondo \nCandy Jimenez
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/blaktinx-dance-festival-curtain-call/
LOCATION:Phoenix Center for the Arts\, 1202 N. 3rd Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemporary/Modern,Dance Performance
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SUMMARY:BlakTinx Dance Festival: Curtain Call
DESCRIPTION:BlakTinx Dance Festival celebrates 10 years with Curtain Call\, bringing together an incredible lineup of established dance artists from Phoenix and beyond for two nights at Third Street Theater. Audiences will experience a dynamic range of movement and choreographic voices\, from contemporary and modern dance to dance theater\, salsa\, hip hop\, flamenco and more. Across generations and styles\, the festival features artists who have built rich bodies of work and made their mark in the dance field. Friday and Saturday feature two completely different programs—each night its own star-studded celebration of dance. Come for one night\, or better yet\, experience both! \nPresented by Latina Dance Project\, BlakTinx centers Black and Latinx choreographers and the stories\, perspectives and artistic voices they bring to the stage. Curtain Call celebrates the artists and community who have shaped BlakTinx over the past decade while bringing together the breadth\, energy and artistry that have defined the festival. \nFriday\, October 2 & Saturday\, October 3\, 2026Third Street Theater inside Phoenix Center for the Arts1202 N. 3rd St.\, Phoenix\, AZ 85004Doors: 6:30 PM | Performance: 7:00 PM$20 each night | $35 Weekend Pass \nTicket Link: TICKETS | BlakTinx Dance \nSaturday Lineup\n5 works • 15-minute intermission • 5 works \nYvonne Montoya \n Leonardo Caudillo & Rayshawn Watkins \n Emani “Lotus” Spencer \n Carla Leon & David Olarte \n RaShawn Hart \n Zarina Mendoza \n Esteban Rosales \n Ruby Morales \n Alicia Nascimento-Castro \n Jenny Gerena
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/blaktinx-dance-festival-curtain-call-2/
LOCATION:Phoenix Center for the Arts\, 1202 N. 3rd Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemporary/Modern,Dance Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liliana Gomez":MAILTO:blaktinafestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260919T024130
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SUMMARY:MIKIZTLI: Dia de los Muertos! (Phoenix)
DESCRIPTION:Cultural Coalition is excited to announce the 15th Annual MIKIZTLI: Día de los Muertos PHX Festival \nSaturday\, October 24 2026\n4 to 9 p.m.\nat the Arizona Center\n455 N 3rd St\, Phoenix\, AZ \nThis free family friendly event has expanded to offer audiences more cultural performances\, art vendors\, food trucks\, interactive art activities\, and MIKIZTLI’s largest community altar or ofrenda. \nAttendees of all ages will enjoy an evening of mariachi music\, ballet folklòrico performances\, arts and crafts activities\, delicious food\, face painting\, and amazing art vendors. \nCome early to witness the traditional Danza Mexica ceremony\, and stay late to be part of the community procession led by “Las Flacas”\, the 8-foot-tall animated skeleton puppets\, which starts a celebration dance party with live music! \nLet’s Celebrate our beloved departed. \nInvitamos a todas las familias y sus niños! Es gratis! \nMembers of Desert Dance Theatre will participate in the festivities!
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/mikiztli-dia-de-los-muertos-phoenix-2/
LOCATION:Arizona Center\, 455 N 3rd St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballet Folklorico,Belly Dance / Mid-Eastern,Brazilian Dance,Community Event,Dance Performance,Ethnic,Festival,Folklorico,Hispanic Heritage,Indigenous,Interdisciplinary/Multidisciplinary,Junk Funk,Latin,Variety Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260919T024130
CREATED:20260911T044237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T044237Z
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SUMMARY:Line dance Halloween Party at Dance Fusion
DESCRIPTION:Wear your best costume for a fun beginner line dance class. \nWe will be learning popular line dances — but for this spooky class we will swap out their country songs for Halloween music. \nCowboy boots are always optional\, but fun for Monster Mash! \nCostumes Optional \nAll Levels  \nTeen and Adults Welcome! \nRegister today! \n$15 Pre-registration and $20 At the doo
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/line-dance-halloween-party-at-dance-fusion/
LOCATION:Dance Fusion\, 7601 E Gray Road Suite B\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dance Fusion":MAILTO:frontdesk@dancefusionaz.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261121T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20261121T193000
DTSTAMP:20260919T024130
CREATED:20260505T185248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T185248Z
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SUMMARY:Parsons Dance
DESCRIPTION:A longtime Center favorite returning after eight years\, Parsons Dance delivers heart\, athleticism\, and pure joy in motion. It’s the kind of contemporary dance that will bring you to your feet\, no matter your age or dance background. \nKnown for its energetic style\, Parsons Dance is internationally renowned for creating and performing contemporary American dance. Parsons’s bold ensemble work and movement has solidified it as one of the world’s leading dance companies. Works like the iconic Caught exemplify the company’s innovation and massive audience appeal. Parsons Dance will thrill audiences with its effortless movement and stunning dancers. \n“It does not take long to see why Parsons and his company are one of the hottest tickets in contemporary American dance.” — New York Post \n“This is a ‘dance your heart out’ (at all times\, no excuses) kind of enterprise.” — The New York Times
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/parsons-dance/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts\, 7380 E Second St\, Scottsdale\, 85251\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Performance,Modern Contemporary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270130T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270130T193000
DTSTAMP:20260919T024130
CREATED:20260505T185736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T185736Z
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SUMMARY:BalletX
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the Arizona premiere of BalletX\, a company that honors the classical ballet tradition while boldly advancing the art form into exciting new territory. \nForging works of athleticism\, emotion\, and grace\, BalletX is Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet. The Philadelphia Inquirer called the company “art in motion\,” while using words like controlled\, sleek\, stunning\, inventive\, musical\, and surreal to describe BalletX’s performances. This is “dancing that you feel as you watch\,” according to The New York Times. \nThe program will include Become a Mountain\, a dance that simulates the arc of a mountain climb\, unfolding in three parts; Scales on the Wings of a Butterfly\, a meditation on the beauty and complexity that exist beyond the limits of human perception; and Sojourner\, where jazz-inspired dancers become their own instruments\, creating a rich tapestry. \nAbout the Company \nFounded in 2005 and led by Artistic & Executive Director Christine Cox\, the company has commissioned more than 80 choreographers from around the world to produce 150 world premieres that are “fresh\, inclusive\, and connect to what people want” (Philadelphia Citizen). With a versatile and diverse ensemble of 16 dancers\, hailed as “among America’s best” by The New York Times\, BalletX pushes the boundaries of classical ballet to tell today’s stories with passion\, creativity\, and exuberance. As a vibrant global incubator for artistic talent\, the company makes ballet accessible and inviting\, captivating audiences at prestigious venues\, including The Kennedy Center\, Vail Dance Festival\, The Joyce Theater\, and Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival. Through performances\, international touring\, and meaningful community outreach\, BalletX creates extraordinary dance experiences that inspire human connection.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/balletx/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts\, 7380 E Second St\, Scottsdale\, 85251\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Performance,Modern Contemporary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270306T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270306T193000
DTSTAMP:20260919T024130
CREATED:20260505T190024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T190024Z
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SUMMARY:Black Grace
DESCRIPTION:Making its Arizona debut\, Black Grace brings the raw power and ceremonial depth of Pacific Island movement traditions to the stage as it redefines what contemporary dance can be. \nNoting the company’s innovative flair and theatricality\, The Boston Globe says Black Grace “packs the raw visceral power of a primal communal rite into a carefully constructed form of rigor and sophistication.” The work itself is highly physical\, rich in the storytelling traditions of the South Pacific\, and expressed with unique beauty and finesse. \nDrawing from his Samoan and New Zealand roots to create innovative dance works that reach across social\, cultural\, and generational barriers\, Artistic Director Neil Ieremia has changed the face of contemporary dance in New Zealand and turned Black Grace into one of the most recognizable and iconic cultural brands. \n“The distinguishing spirit of this troupe is incredible speed and stamina\, an exhilarating\, seemingly inexhaustible energy.” — The New York Times \nAbout the Company \nBlack Grace is New Zealand’s leading contemporary dance company. It was founded in 1995 by Neil Ieremia (Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit)\, one of New Zealand’s most accomplished choreographers\, a creative entrepreneur\, and an inspirational leader. Ieremia draws from his Samoan and New Zealand roots to create innovative dance works that reach across social\, cultural\, and generational barriers. The Company features some of New Zealand’s finest dancers and has toured internationally to Europe\, Japan\, South Korea\, Mexico\, Australia\, and New Caledonia. In 2004\, Black Grace made its US debut\, performing a sold-out season at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/black-grace/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts\, 7380 E Second St\, Scottsdale\, 85251\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Performance,Ethnic,Indigenous,Modern Contemporary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270612T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270612T150000
DTSTAMP:20260919T024130
CREATED:20260804T223044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T223044Z
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SUMMARY:Ballet Arizona | Ballet in the Making
DESCRIPTION:Experience a collection of movement works-in-progress\, created by dancers who have stepped into the role of choreographers!Experience a collection of movement works-in-progress\, created by dancers who have stepped into the role of choreographers! \nBallet Arizona’s new choreographic initiative for emerging voices marks the inaugural program of its kind and is a capstone to the company’s 40th anniversary season. These dancers have created original pieces through experimentation and collaboration. And now\, these staged works-in-progress invite audiences to observe original ballet at the cusp of evolution. \nPresented in partnership with Ballet Arizona. \n\n\nAbout Ballet Arizona \nFounded in 1986 from the merger of three companies\, Ballet Arizona has become the Southwest’s premier professional ballet company. In 2000\, Ib Andersen joined Ballet Arizona as artistic director\, and under his leadership\, Ballet Arizona mounted many seasons of successful ballet performances. Today\, the company consists of about 30 dancers under the new artistic direction of internationally acclaimed dancer\, choreographer\, and arts leader Daniela Cardim. Cardim was a soloist at Ballet of Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro and has choreographed works for myriad internationally recognized ballet companies. Ballet Arizona is dedicated to preserving and celebrating classical dance while creating and commissioning new\, innovative works. The company is committed to supporting diversity throughout its organization and communities\, and it takes pride in sharing the rich tradition of classical ballet and the contemporary evolution of the art form with Arizona audiences.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/ballet-arizona-ballet-in-the-making/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts\, 7380 E Second St\, Scottsdale\, 85251\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballet,Dance Performance,Modern Contemporary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270612T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270612T203000
DTSTAMP:20260919T024130
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T223121Z
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SUMMARY:Ballet Arizona | Ballet in the Making
DESCRIPTION:Experience a collection of movement works-in-progress\, created by dancers who have stepped into the role of choreographers!Experience a collection of movement works-in-progress\, created by dancers who have stepped into the role of choreographers! \nBallet Arizona’s new choreographic initiative for emerging voices marks the inaugural program of its kind and is a capstone to the company’s 40th anniversary season. These dancers have created original pieces through experimentation and collaboration. And now\, these staged works-in-progress invite audiences to observe original ballet at the cusp of evolution. \nPresented in partnership with Ballet Arizona. \n\n\nAbout Ballet Arizona \nFounded in 1986 from the merger of three companies\, Ballet Arizona has become the Southwest’s premier professional ballet company. In 2000\, Ib Andersen joined Ballet Arizona as artistic director\, and under his leadership\, Ballet Arizona mounted many seasons of successful ballet performances. Today\, the company consists of about 30 dancers under the new artistic direction of internationally acclaimed dancer\, choreographer\, and arts leader Daniela Cardim. Cardim was a soloist at Ballet of Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro and has choreographed works for myriad internationally recognized ballet companies. Ballet Arizona is dedicated to preserving and celebrating classical dance while creating and commissioning new\, innovative works. The company is committed to supporting diversity throughout its organization and communities\, and it takes pride in sharing the rich tradition of classical ballet and the contemporary evolution of the art form with Arizona audiences.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/ballet-arizona-ballet-in-the-making-2/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts\, 7380 E Second St\, Scottsdale\, 85251\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballet,Dance Performance,Modern Contemporary
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