Through Dance Place’s Creative Residency Program, join Hoptown, the newest immersive and intergenerational dance work by MK Abadoo/MKArts. Hoptown is inspired by the near parallel lives of Hopkinsville "Hoptown," Kentucky natives: bell hooks and Regina Bowden, MK's mother. The performance surrounds audiences in Sistering, a blueprint of fortified tenderness designed by southern black women, girls and gender expansive folks.

In this residency, choreographer Lionel Popkins, will develop Reorient the Orient, a multifaceted exploration blending performance, installation, and social critique. Responding to the complex history of interculturalism, Popkin amplifies the presence of brown South Asian bodies in contemporary art and performance. The final work will create an immersive public sharing across Dance Place's theater, lobby, and studios, community members will be invited to explore freely, choosing their path and encounters.

Dance Place’s Family Spooky Disco is a celebration of dance, costumes and families. This intergenerational dance party is for both the young and the young at heart. This event will feature a live DJ, snacks, and party games. Get your costume on and get spooky with us!

BigKid Dance, a contemporary project-based company in Philadelphia, is embarking on the development of their latest work-in-progress, if I die before the revolution. The piece reflections on the devastating impact of the AIDS epidemic, exploring the anguish and helplessness experienced by queer individuals unable to care for or be with their dying partners. In memory of the untold stories and lives cut short, the work also offers an imaginative portrayal of survival, love, and solidarity within the queer community. Throughout the week, the artist will have public engagements to connect with community members.

AIR TIME: Season Party with Artist-in-Residence Ronya-Lee Anderson and Bambi!
Join Ronya-Lee and Bambi on the dance floor for an evening with local DJ’s and popup performances at Dance Place.

A Soft Place to Land is a love letter to black women that finds healing in sisterhood. The work explores historical and contemporary meanings of radical self and communal care. It stands as a personal and collective memoir of black female identity, considering all of the many layers, depths, complexities, and traditions that shape and define who Black women are and who they are becoming. This work is supported by the Dance Place Co-Presentation Series.

Warming up, I'm ready is a dance-theatre performance that asks, What does it feel like in your body to be ready…to express yourself, to be present with others, to be in creative process? This work is supported by the Dance Place Co-Presentation Series.

During their time at Dance Place, the company will be developing ANTARANGA: Between You and Me, the first work in a duology, and explores themes of intimacy, connection, trust, and community among BIPOC women/femmes.

Get ready for an electrifying night with DC Casineros as they bring together the vibrant, diverse international dance communities of the DMV for an unforgettable evening of rhythm, passion, and celebration. Experience a show-stopping performance that will leave you breathless, and then keep the energy going at the DC Cuban Social. Don’t miss out on this dynamic fusion of culture and dance—come feel the beat!

NOËL is a heartwarming blend of dance and music, set against the enchanting backdrop of the holiday season. It weaves a narrative that entertains while deeply resonating with themes of generosity, togetherness, and celebration. The show features music that offers solace and joy, especially for those navigating the emotional challenges of the season, such as depression, grief, and loneliness. Each piece is crafted to evoke the spirit of joy, peace, gratitude, and tradition, ensuring the magic of the holidays is felt by all. NOËL also intertwines themes of renewal and light, symbolizing the light of Christ through festive decorations, while reflecting ancient solstice traditions celebrating the sun’s return. It bridges the connection between Christmas carols and solstice celebrations, embracing the hope of rebirth and brighter days ahead.