We're back! 5iveConnected is a collaborative dance production featuring original work created by five San Diego-based college students. With the success of last years showcase, we were able to expand and invite 3 guest choreographers, giving them a platform to share their beautiful work! Join us for two nights and one matinee of immersive dance […]
Culture Shock San Diego is pulling back the curtain — and turning up the heat. Shock Value is a 21+ celebration of bold artistry, grown energy, and the kind of night you'll be talking about Monday morning. Think live dance performances that stop the room, local artists and vendors setting the vibe, and a crowd […]
Our 5-day intensive offers a hands-on introduction to Emanuel Gat’s decentralized approach to choreography, developed over 30+ years of creative research and practice. Participants will explore both the mechanics and the philosophy behind his work, gaining an embodied experience of the creative tools as well as insight into the thought processes that underpin the practice. […]
Meet us at the Barre! For wine lovers and wine newbies alike: August 19th 6 - 8pm, join us for an evening of libations and bites curated by the masters at Finca Wine in North Park, and lively conversation with the dancers of Ballet Collective San Diego hosted by your M.C. - veteran dancer and […]
Join us at Analog & Grit, where the culture comes alive. Featuring legendary breakers from around the world alongside rising talent. REGISTER HERE Pre-event Registration & Info: Join us at Analog & Grit, where the culture comes alive. Featuring legendary breakers from around the world alongside rising talent from San Diego and beyond, this is […]
A 2-hour, All-Level, full-body, Afro-Cuban dance movement experience taught by Master Artist Juan Carlos Blanco & Laroye Aña! Accompanied by the pulsating beat of live drumming rhythms! Come learn the what & the why of these ancient African movement traditions that have been actively preserved & practiced in Cuba for the past 500+ years!
This 1.5-hour interactive workshop is designed to equip 10–20 studio owners with a clear, profitable, and scalable business model tailored specifically to the dance industry. Participants will walk away with actionable implementation steps to increase revenue, visibility, and long-term brand sustainability. Instructed By: Paola Castro, Founder & CEO of TodosX Paola Castro is the Founder […]
Red Bull BC One USA Cypher brings the nation’s top B-Girls and B-Boys to Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier in San Diego! REGISTER HERE Red Bull BC One USA Cypher lands in San Diego for the nation’s premier 1v1 breaking competition. The top B-Boys and B-Girls from across the country go head-to-head for a chance […]
A 2-hour, All-Level, full-body, Afro-Cuban dance movement experience taught by Master Artist Juan Carlos Blanco & Laroye Aña! Accompanied by the pulsating beat of live drumming rhythms! Come learn the what & the why of these ancient African movement traditions that have been actively preserved & practiced in Cuba for the past 500+ years!
Join us for Fiesta at the Chapel, a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and connection! Experience live dance performances, honor shared histories through an interactive Altar of Memories and explore a striking 3D industrial art exhibit celebrating resilience and unity, inspired by the spirit of service and community. Savor global flavors and drinks that showcase […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
For AADF2026 Community Day, we once again invite local AAPI student and community artists to share short dance pieces alongside cultural dance troupes. Our goal is to make sure we represent the broad diversity of the Asian and Pacific Islander diaspora. Dance artists are also invited to offer classes from the stage for audiences to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
