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SUMMARY:Trolley Dances 2026
DESCRIPTION: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. \nChoreographers include Erica Buechner\, Jessica Rabanzo-Flores\, Spencer John Powell\, SDDT’s Artistic Director Terry Wilson and the Founder of Trolley Dances™ Jean Isaacs. \n  \nLEARN MORE \nGET TICKETS \nParking: Parking available at UTC Mall in the designated Transit Center parking structure. \nTicketing: Ticketing table can be located at the top of the UTC Mall parking Structure next to the Trolley. \n*Kids age 8 and under may ride and join the tour for free with a paying adult. \n  \nSpecial Thanks to our Major Transportation Partner MTS and our collaborators for this event such as UC San Diego and the Westfield UTC Mall. \nPlease arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour. Tour times are based on the trolley schedule and will be followed down to the minute by our tour guides. We cannot offer refunds for missed tours\, so make sure you give yourself ample time to locate the start location and prepare for your tour! \nImportant Note: Purchased trolley tickets cannot be exchanged nor refunded. Trolley tickets will act as a valid day pass for MTS and are valid as soon as the event begins. \nTo prepare for your tour\, make sure you are wearing comfortable walking shoes. Sunscreen\, water\, and a hat or other protection from the heat is highly recommended! Trolley Dances™ is a site-specific tour where guests will be led by tour guides to curated dances. Guests should be prepared to do a decent amount of walking. \nTours time are as follows: Tour 1 – 10:00am / Tour 2 – 11:00am / Tour 3 – 12:00pm / Tour 4 – 1:00pm / Tour 5 – 2:00pm / Tour 6 -3:00pm \nTours will begin and end at the UTC Transit Center. \nThis event is fully wheelchair accesible. \nContact Information 619-225-1803
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/trolley-dances-2026/
LOCATION:San Diego\, San Diego
CATEGORIES:Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Diego Dance Theater":MAILTO:milana@sandiegodancetheater.org
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SUMMARY:Trolley Dances
DESCRIPTION: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. \nChoreographers include Erica Buechner\, Jessica Rabanzo-Flores\, Spencer John Powell\, SDDT’s Artistic Director Terry Wilson and the Founder of Trolley Dances™ Jean Isaacs. \nTours time are as follows: Tour 1 – 10:00am / Tour 2 – 11:00am / Tour 3 – 12:00pm / Tour 4 – 1:00pm / Tour 5 – 2:00pm / Tour 6 -3:00pm \nTours will begin and end at the UTC Transit Center.
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/trolley-dances/
LOCATION:San Diego\, San Diego
CATEGORIES:Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Diego Dance Theater":MAILTO:milana@sandiegodancetheater.org
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SUMMARY:LAB: Graham-Based Modern (Beg)
DESCRIPTION: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 standing\, we move to center work – plies\, brushes\, changes around the ankle\, and a center combination. As time allows\, we’ll end with exercises and phrases across the floor – triplets\, prances\, jumps\, etc. Through focus on technique\, we’ll develop strength and deeper understanding of Graham technique\, which has its own unique movement language. \nThis class is geared towards both beginning dancers and more experienced dancers who are new to Graham technique. \n*Recommendation – If you have difficulty sitting on the floor with your back straight up and legs extended out in front\, we recommend that you bring a yoga mat or towel/blanket. These items may be folded and placed under the seat for floor exercise modifications.
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/lab-graham-based-modern-beg-3/
LOCATION:Malashock Dance – Studio 200\, 2650 Truxtun Rd\, Ste 200\, San Diego\, 92106
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="TILTshift Dance":MAILTO:tiltshiftdnce@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Ballroom Technique
DESCRIPTION: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!\n\n\nWe’ll work on the advanced technique behind beautiful movement\, with a focus on:\n\n\n Waltz Tango Viennese Waltz Foxtrot Quickstep\n\n\nWhether you want to improve your posture\, balance\, footwork\, body movement\, connection\, or simply feel more confident on the dance floor—this class is for you!
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/ballroom-technique-2/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:7243 Engineer Rd B\, San Diego\, CA 92111\, 7243 Engineer Rd B\, San Diego\, 92111
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Infinity Dancesport":MAILTO:infinitydancesportcenter@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:S P A C E Rising 2026 Showcase
DESCRIPTION:DISCO RIOT presents S P A C E Rising 2026 Showcase\, the final presentation from our (R)evolution Artist Interns\, Skyla Miles\, Liz Fields\, Tiffany Martinez-Delgado\, Ethne Acosta\, Eon Allum\, and Hope Worth. S P A C E Rising Residency and Showcase is an iteration of our S P A C E residency program designed specifically to support our (R)evolution Artist Interns. We are pleased to facilitate this 10 week residency program which supports 6 rising dance-makers in their pursuit to deepen their practice and explore new ideas in collaboration with their fellow artists.S P A C E Rising offers an organized and mindful cohort-driven experience for creative inquiry\, artistic development\, networking\, creative and cultural exchange\, and a platform to share work. Tickets are $15 for artist/student/low income\, $25 for general admission\, and $45 pay-it-forward. \nLearn more and reserve your seat HERE
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/s-p-a-c-e-rising-2026-showcase/2026-10-09/
LOCATION:City Heights Performance Annex\, 3795 Fairmount Ave\, San Diego\, CA\, 92105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="DISCO RIOT":MAILTO:communications@discoriot.org
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SUMMARY:The 90-Minute Admin Reset Workshop for Small Dance Companies and Artistpreneurs with Molly Terbovich-Ridenhour
DESCRIPTION:The work behind the work can feel overwhelming. Most independent artists and small dance companies are not only creating – they’re also managing budgets\, contracts\, deadlines\, communications\, fundraising\, and countless administrative tasks that often feel intimidating or get pushed aside. This practical\, facilitated workshop offers a chance to move back\, identify what’s working\, where you’re feeling stretched\, and the simple systems that can reduce stress and support your creative work. You’ll leave with greater clarity\, a realistic administrative priority\, and one manageable next move to strengthen the foundation behind your art. \nThis workshop will be facilitated by Molly Terbovich-Ridenhour\, the founder of A M R Strategic & Advisory Leadership\, where she partners with mission-driven organizations and artist-led initiatives to strengthen capacity\, navigate change\, and build sustainable organizations. With more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership\, Molly has worked alongside boards\, executive directors\, staff teams\, and artists in governance\, fundraising\, strategic planning\, organizational development\, and leadership transition. \nBefore moving into nonprofit leadership\, Molly was a professional dancer\, a perspective that continues to shape her work today. Having experienced both the creative and administrative sides of the arts\, she understands the realities of balancing artistic vision with budgets\, fundraising\, contracts\, operations\, and the countless behind-the-scenes responsibilities that make creative work possible. \nMolly believes administration should support creativity\, not compete with it. Her workshops and consulting focus on practical\, human-centered approaches that reduce administrative overwhelm\, strengthen organizational systems\, and help artists and organizations build sustainable foundations that allow their creative work to thrive. \n  \nLEARN MORE HERE
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/the-90-minute-admin-reset-workshop-for-small-dance-companies-and-artistpreneurs-with-molly-terbovich-ridenhour/
LOCATION:San Diego Made Factory\, Made Factory\, 2031 Commercial St #114\, San Diego\, CA\, 92113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Diego Dance Matters":MAILTO:coordinator@sdartmatters.org
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SUMMARY:Tap Dance Jam at Panama 66 SDMA Balboa Park
DESCRIPTION: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 (Besos de Coco/Besos Jazz Trio) on bass\, and Jon Garner and Jeremy Eikam on Manouche jazz guitars. Tap dancers\, musicians\, and audiences are all welcome to enjoy this unique celebration of live music\, improvisation\, and community. Free admission.
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/tap-dance-jam-at-panama-66-sdma-balboa-park/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:Panama 66\, 1450 El Prado\, San Diego\, CA\, 92101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gathering,Social / Jam
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claudia Gomez":MAILTO:claudia@claudiagomeztap.com
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SUMMARY:El Alebrije
DESCRIPTION:A Step Beyond’s annual winter ballet\, El Alebrije\, tells the enchanting story of María\, a young girl celebrating her Quinceañera. When her father gifts her a mystical El Alebrije\, she embarks on a magical journey across Mexico through a series of dreams\, discovering her father’s love despite the distance between them.
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/el-alebrije/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:california center for the arts\, 340 N Escondido Blvd\, Escondido\, 92025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:San Diego Tap & Jazz Dance Festival
DESCRIPTION:The San Diego Tap & Jazz Dance Festival is an annual celebration of tap dance\, jazz music\, rhythm\, culture\, and community held in San Diego the weekend before Thanksgiving. Presented by San Diego Tap & Jazz\, the festival brings together dancers\, musicians\, educators\, and artists of all ages and experience levels for a vibrant weekend of classes\, live music\, performances\, jam sessions\, social dancing\, and community connection.\n\nRooted in the rich traditions of African American art forms\, the festival honors the history and legacy of tap and jazz while creating an inclusive and welcoming space for learning\, creativity\, collaboration\, and artistic expression. Participants have the opportunity to study with inspiring artists\, experience live jazz music\, and celebrate the joy of rhythm in a supportive community environment.\n\nFestival highlights include a Faculty Concert featuring live jazz musicians accompanying the festival’s teaching artists in an exciting evening of rhythm\, improvisation\, collaboration\, and performance. The festival also includes a Community Dance and Student Showcase\, celebrating emerging artists\, local talent\, youth performers\, and the greater dance community in an uplifting and inspiring performance setting.\n\nThe festival takes place at Keiller Leadership Academy\, a nonprofit free public charter school located in the Encanto community of Southeast San Diego. Hosting the festival within a school and community-centered environment reflects the festival’s mission of accessibility\, education\, cultural preservation\, and artistic opportunity for all ages.\n\nThe 2026 San Diego Tap & Jazz Dance Festival will take place November 21–22\, 2026\, in San Diego\, California. The festival is open to dancers\, musicians\, students\, educators\, and community members who share a love for rhythm\, movement\, jazz culture\, and the performing arts.
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/san-diego-tap-jazz-dance-festival-2/
LOCATION:Keiller Leadership Academy\, 7270 Lisbon St\, San Diego\, CA\, 92114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claudia Gomez":MAILTO:claudia@claudiagomeztap.com
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