The latest news on performances of Dance in Phoenix.
MARY POPPINS: AN INTERACTIVE BALLET ADVENTURE to Tour Phoenix Libraries This Summer
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2026
Convergence Ballet Company will present free performances of Mary Poppins: An Interactive Ballet Adventure at Phoenix Public Libraries, inviting children to participate alongside professional dancers in an interactive storytelling experience....
Dance Theatre of Harlem Extends FIREBIRD With Fall 2026 Tour Dates
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2026
Dance Theatre of Harlem announced an extension of FIREBIRD, adding fall tour stops in Washington DC, Chicago, and Tempe following sold-out performances in New York and an international premiere in Paris....
Convergence Ballet to Present THE SPACE BEFORE Featuring World Premieres by Ian Parsons
by A.A. Cristi - March 18, 2026
SEO Blurb: Convergence Ballet will present THE SPACE BEFORE in Phoenix, marking Ian Parsons’ choreographic debut. The program includes two world premieres and works by Peggy Baker....
Camille A. Brown & Dancers To Perform I AM At Arizona Arts Live
by A.A. Cristi - March 13, 2026
Arizona Arts Live will present an evening with Camille A. Brown & Dancers performing I AM on March 19 at Centennial Hall, Tucson. The event features the work of five-time Tony award nominee Camille A. Brown....
Ballet Hispánico New York To Present CARMEN.MAQUIA At Scottsdale Center For The Performing Arts
by A.A. Cristi - January 20, 2026
Ballet Hispánico will bring a unique interpretation of Bizet's Carmen to Scottsdale on January 31, 2026, featuring choreography by Gustavo Ramírez Sansano....
Convergence Ballet Reveals 2025–2026 Season Under New Artistic Director Ian Parsons
by A.A. Cristi - September 24, 2025
Convergence Ballet has announced its 2025–2026 season under new Artistic Director Ian Parsons. Highlights include The Nutcracker at Herberger Theater Center (December 12–14, 2025) and a Spring Gala at Dorrance Theater (April 26, 2026) featuring Parsons’ new choreography....
Ballet Theatre Of Phoenix/Convergence Ballet Appoint Ian Parsons As New Director
by A.A. Cristi - April 10, 2025
Ballet Theatre of Phoenix has announced the appointment of Ian Parsons as its new Director, effective fall 2025. A distinguished educator, international performer, and artistic leader, Parsons joins the organization from Canada's National Ballet School (NBS), where he has served on the Artistic ...
Martha Graham Dance Company Celebrates 100 Years With Arizona Arts Live Featuring UA School Of Dance
by A.A. Cristi - March 12, 2025
The University of Arizona's Arizona Arts Live will present GRAHAM100, a landmark centennial celebration of the Martha Graham Dance Company, one of the most influential forces in modern dance....
SYNCOPATED LADIES Tap Into Chandler Center For The Arts This February
by A.A. Cristi - January 16, 2025
The Chandler Center for the Arts will welcome the internationally acclaimed tap dance sensation, SYNCOPATED LADIES, on Wednesday, February 21, 2025, at 7:30 PM....
Big Dance Season At Scottsdale Arts Includes Martha Graham Dance Company
by A.A. Cristi - January 08, 2025
When it comes to dance performances, 2025 is going to be a big year at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. All performances will be held in the Virginia G. Piper Theater at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts....
2025 Breaking Ground Contemporary Dance Festival is Coming To Tempe Center for the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 23, 2024
Experience a dynamic weekend celebrating the forefront of contemporary dance as the Breaking Ground Contemporary Dance Festival returns to the Tempe Center for the Arts. Learn more and see how to attend....
Convergence Ballet To Bring THE NUTCRACKER To Herberger Theater
by A.A. Cristi - October 28, 2024
CONVERGENCE BALLET will present THE NUTCRACKER at Herberger Theater on December 14 and 15. ...
Interview: Ballet Arizona's New Artistic Director Daniela Cardim
by Herbert Paine - May 17, 2024
Acclaimed for her accomplishments as a choreographer, ballet teacher, producer, and director. Danial Cardim brings great depth, perspective, and energy to her new position as Ballet Arizona's Artistic Director, effective July 1st, 2024....
Urban Bush Women To Present THE LEGACY + LINEAGE + LIBERATION TOUR
by A.A. Cristi - March 19, 2024
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Urban Bush Women, a Black women-led dance company, with their national tour, Legacy + Lineage + Liberation. Experience iconic works and new pieces that explore equity, justice, and identity....
Trinity Irish Dance Company to Launch 17-City US Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 09, 2024
Fresh off a month-long tour of Japan, Trinity Irish Dance Company is set to tour the US! See if the company is coming to a city near you and learn how to purchase tickets....
2024 Breaking Ground Contemporary Dance Festival is Coming to Tempe Center for the Arts This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 27, 2023
An exhilarating weekend of performances, master classes and social events featuring some of the most important voices in contemporary dance today, the Breaking Ground Contemporary Dance Festival comes to Tempe Center for the Arts. ...
Join Ballet Rincon for Their Annual Production of Tchaikovsky's NUTCRACKER BALLET This Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 15, 2023
Join Ballet Rincon for their annual production of Tchaikovsky's beloved Nutcracker Ballet. Follow Clara on a magical journey through the Land of Snow and the Land of Sweets. Reserve your tickets now!...
The Mark Morris Dance Group Will Embark on International 15-City Tour with World Premiere and Celebrated Repertory
by Stephi Wild - October 03, 2023
The Mark Morris Dance Group will resume touring for its 2023-2024 season, with fifteen confirmed nationwide and international stops from October 2023 to June 2024. Learn more about where to catch the show here!...
Convergence Ballet And Ballet Theatre Of Phoenix to Present THE NUTCRACKER At Herberger Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 02, 2023
Get ready to be enchanted by the magical performance of The Nutcracker at Herberger Theater. Presented by Convergence Ballet and Ballet Theatre of Phoenix, this collaboration promises an unforgettable experience....
Chandler Center for the Arts Presents Mariachi & Folklórico Festival, October 7
by A.A. Cristi - August 31, 2023
Chandler celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with its annual tradition - the 24th Annual Mariachi and Folklórico Festival, October 7 at 7 pm at Chandler Center for the Arts, 250 N. Arizona Ave....
Ballet Theatre Of Phoenix Celebrates Spring With Imaginative Performance, May 28
by A.A. Cristi - April 03, 2023
Ballet Theatre of Phoenix shines the light on spring with a selection of delightful choreography from beloved pieces of classical ballet and imaginative scenes. All members of the Ballet Theatre of Phoenix studio will perform two performances at this Spring Recital on May 28....
Scottsdale Arts Joins Movement Source For Second Annual Trolley Dances
by A.A. Cristi - February 16, 2023
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is collaborating with Movement Source Dance Company to bring a second series of explorative, mobile dance performances to Old Town Scottsdale on April 14 and 15....
Talent From Phoenix' Musical Theatre Community Perform AT THE BALLET, February 25
by A.A. Cristi - February 02, 2023
Talent from Phoenix' musical theater community have gathered together to perform an evening of Broadway Cabaret to support Convergence Ballet and its outreach programs. AT THE BALLET - Broadway Cabaret will be held February 25 at 6:30 pm at Ballet Theatre of Phoenix. ...
BODYTRAFFIC Dance Company Presents A Performance Full Of Invention, Attitude, And Urban Edge
by A.A. Cristi - November 16, 2022
BODYTRAFFIC will be making its marvelous return to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on Dec. 9....
Ballet Theatre of Phoenix to Host Open House in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 05, 2022
Ballet Theatre of Phoenix is kicking off its new fall session of classes with an Open House on August 6 from 10 am - 2 pm. The public is invited to tour the studio, meet the instructors and try out free dance classes throughout the day....
Ballet Theatre Of Phoenix Announces Spring Recital
by A.A. Cristi - April 05, 2022
Spring is in the air as Ballet Theatre of Phoenix brings its refreshing SPRING RECITAL to the Herberger Theatre Center, 222 E. Monroe in downtown Phoenix. ...
Talent From Phoenix' Musical Theatre Community Perform AT THE BALLET, April 24
by A.A. Cristi - February 23, 2022
Talent from Phoenix' musical theater community have gathered together to perform an evening of Broadway Cabaret to support Convergence Ballet and its outreach programs. ...
2022 BREAKING GROUND FESTIVAL is Coming to TCA in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 21, 2021
From fake news to concepts of gender identity and the breakdown of civil discourse, 2022 Breaking Ground is a two-day festival of contemporary dancers, choreographers and filmmakers that explores concepts through movement. The performances will be held 'in the round,' to create a full immersive ex...
Ballet Arizona Presents Annual Gala, DANCE WITH ME/BAILA CON MIGO
by A.A. Cristi - October 22, 2021
Baila Conmigo by Ballet Arizona returns live and in person on Friday, April 8, 2022, at the Heard Museum. This much anticipated event is chaired by Janet Melamed and is themed around Ballet Arizona's upcoming world premiere performance, Juan Gabriel, produced by Jacquie and Bennett Dorrance....
THE NUTCRACKER Brings Magic To The Holidays With Enhanced Experiences
by A.A. Cristi - October 22, 2021
Get ready for visions of sugar plums, mouse kings and sparkling Swarovski crystals. Ballet Arizona is proud to announce its 36th year of The Nutcracker performances. ...
Artist Zijia Kong to Performing At Phoenix Convention Center This December
by A.A. Cristi - October 05, 2021
Arizona dance artist Zijia Kong will hold a two-days Han festival with Phoenix Wushu Academy on Dec 18 and 19, 2021 at the Phoenix Convention Center. In this Han festival, Zijia Kong will also participate in a solo traditional Chinese Han Dynasty dance performances....
BALLET UNDER THE STARS To Return This September 29- October 2
by A.A. Cristi - August 30, 2021
At Ballet Under the Stars guests can enjoy dance in a personal and unique outdoor setting complete with professional staging, lighting and costumes, complimented by the incredible Arizona fall weather....
Ballet Arizona Announces 2021-2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 30, 2021
Ballet Arizona will present its momentous 2021-2022 season, celebrating a revival from the pandemic and overcoming the pause in arts programs across the nation. The season will mark the 36th year for Arizona's official ballet company as well as the first full lineup after the pandemic....
Ballet Theatre of Phoenix to Host Open House in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 12, 2021
Ballet Theatre of Phoenix is kicking off its new fall session of classes with an open house on August 8 from 10 am - 2 pm. The public is invited to tour the studio, participate in free dance classes, meet the instructors and win prizes and gift cards....
Opera North and Phoenix Dance Theatre's THE RITE OF SPRING to Stream This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 12, 2021
Co-produced by Phoenix Dance Theatre and Opera North, Haitian-born choreographer Jeanguy Saintus’ radical take on The Rite of Spring will be available to watch for free via the OperaVision platform from 23 July 2021....
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Announces Upcoming Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2021
The 2021–22 contemporary dance series at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will present groundbreaking movement to contemporary companies rooted in the classical form. Scottsdale Arts ONE Members can get the best seats before tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, May 21, 2021....
Alonzo King LINES Ballet Announces 2021 Touring Dates
by A.A. Cristi - April 29, 2021
Alonzo King LINES Ballet, the celebrated contemporary ballet company has announced that it will return to touring this year. ...