Join us for the SD NeuroDance documentary premiere and enjoy food, wine, and entertainment at the Mingei Museum. All proceeds benefit San Diego NeuroDance, a program designed for people with neurologic movement impairments and their loved ones, where connection, creativity, and joy take center stage. Together we can sustain this program! Tickets are on a […]
Dance, Connect, & Build Community We are psyched to invite you back to Muevelo Mondays temporarily (and appropriately) restructured as a weekly dance gathering at the Bay! Though the location has changed, the goal remains the same: have fun, meet new people, and build a vibrant, supportive community through the joy of Latin dance. Every […]
Breaking Boundaries 2026 is a Student Choreographed Dance Concert presented by the Grossmont College Dance Department. This concert will be held on the Performing and Visual Arts Center stage on December 3-4-5, 2026. Dancers interested in performing must participate in the audition held Friday, August 28 2:00-4:00 PM in building 24 room 271 at Grossmont […]
It’s Leo Summer Season! beat the heat indoors with a tropical-themed dance social and learn some new moves with Michelle! There will be food to share and coconut water provided. Join the fun in your favorite tropical shirt. Doors open: 6:30pm Workshop: 7:00pm Social dancing: 8:00pm Come mingle, connect, and dance with us. […]
Community Sharing Day is a chance for our Resident Artists to share their research through embodied community practice, present works in progress, and be in community. Come move, experience, and learn what they are up to! All are welcome to this FREE event – no prior dance or movement experience needed. We invite you to […]
Join us for an evening of live jazz and spontaneous rhythm at the Tap Dance Jam on Sunday, June 28, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Panama 66 in Balboa Park. Hosted by Claudia Gomez on tap dance and percussion, this free community event features special guest NYC tap artist Michela Marino Lerman, along with Evona Wascinski […]
This year, we're kicking off the festival with AADF2026 Dance Film Screening at MCASD in La Jolla! Come watch beautiful dance films made by AAPI artists, as well as international films by Asian artists. A panel discussion will be held immediately afterwards, along with an opportunity for audience members to mingle and chat with the […]
Auditions for the faculty dance concert.
Claudia Gomez hosts monthly tap dance jams with live jazz music every 1st Wednesday of the month 7:00PM-9:00PM at Blind Lady Ale House in Normal Heights on Adams Ave. Last Sundays of the month at Panama 66 San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park 5:00PM-7:00PM
After months of research and exploration, the Collaborative Residency choreographers' work culminates in a final presentation held during AADF2026. The format of this showcase is left open to the choreographers - they may present near-completed works, they may present their research in the form of a lecture/demonstration, or they may choose an audience participation format. […]
Beginner Lesson starts at 7. Live Music starts at 7:30 with caller Martha Wild. Contra dancing is a lively, social folk dance which is welcoming to all experience levels. Bring comfortable shoes, a smile, and a willingness to dance. San Diego Contra uses gender neutral calling terms with Larks on the Left and Robins on […]
This three-hour intensive offers an in-depth exploration of Horton Technique, focusing on its foundational principles, codified exercises, and technical fundamentals. Through detailed instruction, guided practice, and open discussion, students will deepen their understanding of the technique’s athleticism, precision, and expressive range. *Recommendation - Bring a water bottle and light snack. There will be a short 10 […]
Ready to take your ballroom dancing to the next level? Join me for Tuesday Ballroom Technique Class (start at 7pm) at Infinity Dance Sport Center! We’ll work on the advanced technique behind beautiful movement, with a focus on: Waltz Tango Viennese Waltz Foxtrot Quickstep Whether you want to improve your posture, balance, footwork, body movement, connection, or simply feel more confident […]
San Diego's favorite Cuban Music & Dance Party is back for an end-of Summer installation! Enjoy a night in La Habana right here in San Diego with the sounds and flavors of authentic Cuban music, dance ,food and fun! This is a family-friendly, all-ages event.
End the summer season by diving into the FUNdamentals of Contact Improvisation! The team: Tess Collins, Richie Villa, Elie Prana, Nhu Nguyen Register here: https://forms.gle/SwRGR7oRKP9hwTyy8 This is a beginner-inclusive series for new/er contact improvisers interested in a deeper understanding of the practice. We are pleased to offer a facilitated open space to learn and grow […]
Special Afternoon w/Studio Artists: September 12, 2026 • 3-6 PM (new time) thestudiodoor.com The Raw & Refined “Open Studios” event offers art enthusiasts the opportunity to interact with the 17+ gallery artists in an informal setting. Stop by Chang Studio to discover our latest dance-inspired creations! See works in progress (Raw) and finished photographic paintings […]
We will once again close out the festival with our Mainstage Showcase. Last year, audiences walked away with so many wonderful things to say. Sharing our stories of the AAPI experience proved moving and important work. AAPI audiences felt seen, while others discovered how different and nuanced our experiences are. A curated evening of live […]
Join us in the park for an evening of connection, music, and dance featuring a free beginner workshop led by Michelle and Latin sounds by DJ Pat. This gathering is all about creating community, building friendships, and growing the queer Latin dance scene in San Diego. Whether you’ve never danced before or already love […]
This captivating dance performance celebrates the richness of Brazilian culture through timeless feminine stories and symbols. Inspired by Brazil’s many dance traditions, it explores themes of strength, transformation and the wisdom carried within the body. Drawing from world mythology, Yoruba beliefs, Jungian psychology, Clarissa Pinkola Estés’ “Wild Woman” archetype and the vibrant rhythms of Brazil, […]
Join us for an evening of performance by San Diego’s premiere dance artists with The Killing Contemporary String Quartet and music spanning from Antonio Vivaldi to Max Richter to Ruben Gonzalez. Guest Choreographers this year include San Diego choreographers Tylor Bradshaw (SD), Emily Miller (SD), Holly Meacham (SD) and Katie Spagnoletti (The Rosin Box Project […]
A dance workshop consisting of 3 classes led by Dani Burd, Dante Casarin, and aisha reddick. This fundraising workshop is designed to support the needs of these artists as they prepare for “Don’t You Remember?” showcase at Stomping Ground LA on September 25 & 26.
Join us as summer comes to an end at our QSS, Golden Summer themed social and learn some new moves with Michelle! There will be food to share and refreshments provided ☀️ Doors open: 6:30pm Workshop: 7:30pm Social dancing: 8:30pm Come mingle, connect, and dance with us. We'll kick things off with a […]
Join us for the 2026 Tolley Dances™ on the MTS Blue Line Trolley! This iconic event has been bringing San Diego together for 28 years through site-specific dance that highlights our city's diversity, culture, and community. Choreographers include Erica Buechner, Jessica Rabanzo-Flores, Spencer John Powell, SDDT's Artistic Director Terry Wilson and the Founder of Trolley […]
Join us for the 2026 Tolley Dances™ on the MTS Blue Line Trolley! This iconic event has been bringing San Diego together for 28 years through site-specific dance that highlights our city's diversity, culture, and community. Choreographers include Erica Buechner, Jessica Rabanzo-Flores, Spencer John Powell, SDDT's Artistic Director Terry Wilson and the Founder of Trolley […]
This beginning level modern dance workshop is rooted in Graham technique. We begin with a short warm-up to help lengthen and ground our bodies. We then introduce the codified Graham exercises, beginning with floor exercises - bounces, breathings, spirals in 3s & 6s, seated contractions, deep stretches, turns around the back, pleadings, etc. Transitioning to […]
