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SUMMARY:LITVAKdance Summer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join LITVAKdance for classes with our artistic director\, company dancers\, and guest faculty\, for an opportunity to train in a mixture of styles and approaches to contemporary dance that are foundational to LITVAKdance.
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/litvakdance-summer-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260728T000000
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SUMMARY:SALSA & BACHATA CLASSES FOR NEW DANCERS!
DESCRIPTION:Ready to start your dance journey? 💃🕺 \nOur Level 1 Salsa On2 and Bachata classes are designed for complete beginners. Whether you’ve never danced before or you’re looking to build a strong foundation\, we’ve got you covered. \n✨ No partner needed\n✨ Friendly and welcoming community\n✨ Learn at your own pace\n✨ Build confidence on the dance floor \nJoin us on Tuesdays\, Saturdays\, or Sundays and take your first step into the world of salsa and bachata. We can’t wait to dance with you!
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/salsa-bachata-classes-for-new-dancers/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Melómano Dance Studio\, 4255 Ruffin Rd Suite 200\, San Diego\, CA 92123\, San Diego\, 92123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mel%C3%B3mano Entertainment &amp%3B Dance":MAILTO:info@melomano.com
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SUMMARY:Beginner Ballroom Group Class
DESCRIPTION:Come learn the basics of American Smooth style dancing (Waltz\, Tango\, Foxtrot\, Viennese Waltz) every Tuesday at 7pm at McCann Dance Studio! No partner or experience required. Dance style will rotate every few weeks. This beginner level class is designed for all dancers; regardless of experience level\, you’ll learn basic timing\, weight changes\, and partnership techniques to get you floating across the floor in no time. Drop in class.
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/beginner-ballroom-group-class/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:McCann Dance Social Club\, 3700 Oceanic Way #102\, Oceanside\, 92056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gathering,Social / Jam,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260729T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260729T160000
DTSTAMP:20260725T042402
CREATED:20260704T081857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T194204Z
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SUMMARY:Acting for Dancers
DESCRIPTION:Lifelong dancer and performing arts educator Kirsten Long is the creative director of Moving aLong\, a program bringing a variety of dance\, movement and drama to students of all ages and abilities. Her teachings pull from a career as a soloist with New York City ballet companies\, a professional background in modern\, jazz & folk dance\, a member of Los Angeles theater companies and roles in film & television. Represented by MTM Agency Kirsten is a working actor\, model and choreographer whose classes focus on intention and technique with an emphasis on authentic expression and the importance of play.  Classes take place at Ballet Arte in Solana Beach: Preteens Wednesdays\, July 8th & 15th 2:00 – 3PM Teens & young adults Wednesday\, July 29th 3:00 – 4PM
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/acting-for-dancers/2026-07-29/
LOCATION:Ballet Arte\, 742 Genevieve St\, Suite R\, Solana Beach\, CA\, 92075\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T200000
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SUMMARY:Ballroom Technique
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever felt like your dancing has hit a plateau\, chances are the answer isn’t learning more choreography\, it’s building stronger fundamental technique.\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin my Ballroom Technique Class every Thursday from 7:00–8:00 PM at Infinity Dance Sport Center\, where we’ll focus on the skills that make every dance look and feel better:\n\n\n\n\nPosture & body alignment\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBalance and footwork\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrame & connection\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMovement mechanics\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMusicality and efficiency\n\n\n\n\nWhether you dance International Standard or American Smooth\, this class is designed to help you create cleaner movement\, better control\, and a stronger foundation that carries into everything you dance.\n\n\n Great dancers aren’t built by knowing more figures\, they’re built by mastering their technique.\n\n\n\n\n Thursdays 7:00–8:00 PM\n\n\nCome train with purpose. I look forward to dancing with you!
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/ballroom-technique/2026-07-30/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:DEBUTS
DESCRIPTION:WHERE CONTEMPORARY BALLET IS HEADED NEXT. \nThe Rosin Box Project’s signature program of world premieres returns with an electrifying evening of contemporary ballet from three of today’s most compelling choreographic voices. \nDEBUTS features all-new works by internationally acclaimed choreographers Jennifer Archibald and Christian Denice alongside a world premiere by TRBP Founder and Artistic Director Carly Topazio. Together\, these artists bring distinct perspectives\, bold ideas\, and innovative movement languages to the stage\, creating a program that reflects where contemporary ballet is now and where it is headed next. \nThis year’s program also marks a milestone for the company\, presenting its 60th\, 61st\, and 62nd commissioned works since its founding in 2018. The kind of contemporary ballet that defines what’s next for the art form isn’t happening somewhere else. It’s happening here. DEBUTS brings the pulse of contemporary ballet’s biggest stages to San Diego: nationally acclaimed choreographers\, world premiere works\, and a program built around the ideas moving the art form forward right now. \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of innovation\, artistry\, and the future of dance. \n  \nTickets: https://www.therosinboxproject.com/debuts \nFriday\, July 31 | 7:30pm \nSaturday\, August 1 | 7:30pm \nSunday\, August 2 | 6:00pm
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/debuts/
LOCATION:The Joan\, 2880 Roosevelt Rd\, San Diego\, 92106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Rosin Box Project":MAILTO:info@therosinboxproject.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260801T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260801T235959
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SUMMARY:SALSA & BACHATA CLASSES FOR NEW DANCERS!
DESCRIPTION:Ready to start your dance journey? 💃🕺 \nOur Level 1 Salsa On2 and Bachata classes are designed for complete beginners. Whether you’ve never danced before or you’re looking to build a strong foundation\, we’ve got you covered. \n✨ No partner needed\n✨ Friendly and welcoming community\n✨ Learn at your own pace\n✨ Build confidence on the dance floor \nJoin us on Tuesdays\, Saturdays\, or Sundays and take your first step into the world of salsa and bachata. We can’t wait to dance with you!
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/salsa-bachata-classes-for-new-dancers/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:Melómano Dance Studio\, 4255 Ruffin Rd Suite 200\, San Diego\, CA 92123\, San Diego\, 92123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mel%C3%B3mano Entertainment &amp%3B Dance":MAILTO:info@melomano.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260801T174500
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SUMMARY:LITVAKdance Presents: Dancing Outdoors: Take 4 Celebrating Diverse Forms
DESCRIPTION:LITVAKdance brings back it’s popular summer show\, Dancing Outdoors\, in the beautiful gardens at ICA San Diego\, North Campus.  \nDancing Outdoors: Take 4 highlights some of the diverse dance companies and artists that reside in Encinitas. Enjoy a cocktail and watch 7 styles of dance\, listen to live music by Encinitas band\, Montalban Quintet\, peruse the gorgeous natural spaces and check out ICA’s current exhibition\, Unfold Projects. \nPerformances include works by: \n-LITVAKdance \n-West African Dance artist and Encinitan\, Daunté Nabi Fyall  \n-Odissi Dancer and Encinitan\, Shibani Patnaik \n-Resident Encinitas company\, Ballet Folklorico of San Diego \nand works by LITVAKdance Alumni who have ventured off into other dance styles:  \n-Ashley Akhavan and Burlesque company\, Bella Lux Entertainment (8:15p only) \n-Emily Miller and Ballet Collective San Diego  \n-Lemoe Mata’itusi in Polynesian/Contemporary \nPerformances: \nSaturday August 1\,2026 5:45 & 8:15 \nTickets: \nGeneral: $35 \nStudent: $25 \nChildren under 12: $10 \nlitvakdance.org/performs
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/litvakdance-presents-dancing-outdoors-take-4-celebrating-diverse-forms/
LOCATION:ICA San Diego North Campus\, 1550 El Camino Real\, Encinitas\, California\, 92024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gathering,Featured,Performance,Social / Jam
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ORGANIZER;CN="LITVAKdance":MAILTO:admin@litvakdance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260801T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260801T220000
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SUMMARY:Contra Dance to Live Music
DESCRIPTION:Contra dance to live music! \nSaturday\, August 1st 7-10pm \n2650 Truxtun road \n$15 – $25 adult\, student / military $5 \ntickets available at the door \nGender-neutral calling by caller Ellie Konitshek\, \nlive music by The Usual Suspects (Martha Wilde\, Michael Eskin\, Lindy Edwards) \neach dance starts with a beginners lesson.  No partner or experience necessary. \n 
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/contra-dance-to-live-music/
LOCATION:2650 Truxtun Road\, San Diego CA\, 2650 Truxtun Road suite ‘200\, San Diego\, 92106
CATEGORIES:Social / Jam
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ORGANIZER;CN="San Diego Contra Dance":MAILTO:Sdfhcontradance@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260801T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260801T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T053614Z
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SUMMARY:DEBUTS
DESCRIPTION:WHERE CONTEMPORARY BALLET IS HEADED NEXT. \nThe Rosin Box Project’s signature program of world premieres returns with an electrifying evening of contemporary ballet from three of today’s most compelling choreographic voices. \nDEBUTS features all-new works by internationally acclaimed choreographers Jennifer Archibald and Christian Denice alongside a world premiere by TRBP Founder and Artistic Director Carly Topazio. Together\, these artists bring distinct perspectives\, bold ideas\, and innovative movement languages to the stage\, creating a program that reflects where contemporary ballet is now and where it is headed next. \nThis year’s program also marks a milestone for the company\, presenting its 60th\, 61st\, and 62nd commissioned works since its founding in 2018. The kind of contemporary ballet that defines what’s next for the art form isn’t happening somewhere else. It’s happening here. DEBUTS brings the pulse of contemporary ballet’s biggest stages to San Diego: nationally acclaimed choreographers\, world premiere works\, and a program built around the ideas moving the art form forward right now. \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of innovation\, artistry\, and the future of dance. \n  \nTickets: https://www.therosinboxproject.com/debuts \nFriday\, July 31 | 7:30pm \nSaturday\, August 1 | 7:30pm \nSunday\, August 2 | 6:00pm
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/debuts-2/
LOCATION:The Joan\, 2880 Roosevelt Rd\, San Diego\, 92106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Rosin Box Project":MAILTO:info@therosinboxproject.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260802T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260802T235959
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T002306Z
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SUMMARY:SALSA & BACHATA CLASSES FOR NEW DANCERS!
DESCRIPTION:Ready to start your dance journey? 💃🕺 \nOur Level 1 Salsa On2 and Bachata classes are designed for complete beginners. Whether you’ve never danced before or you’re looking to build a strong foundation\, we’ve got you covered. \n✨ No partner needed\n✨ Friendly and welcoming community\n✨ Learn at your own pace\n✨ Build confidence on the dance floor \nJoin us on Tuesdays\, Saturdays\, or Sundays and take your first step into the world of salsa and bachata. We can’t wait to dance with you!
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/salsa-bachata-classes-for-new-dancers/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Melómano Dance Studio\, 4255 Ruffin Rd Suite 200\, San Diego\, CA 92123\, San Diego\, 92123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mel%C3%B3mano Entertainment &amp%3B Dance":MAILTO:info@melomano.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260802T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260802T235959
DTSTAMP:20260725T042402
CREATED:20260703T185817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T212844Z
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SUMMARY:FREE Intro Bachata and Salsa Dance Class!
DESCRIPTION:Sundays at 12PM = your FREE intro dance class 🙌 \nHalf Salsa + half Bachata\, made for total beginners (zero experience needed).\nNo partner needed! 💃🕺\nKids under 18 are free!! 🙌🏼 \nRisk-free way to try something new at Melómano Entertainment and Dance! \n📍 4255 Ruffin Rd\, San Diego\, CA 92123\n🌐 www.melomano.com\nIG: @melomanoent \nSign up FREE on the Melómano app or just walk in.\n#MelomanoEnt #NewStudentSpecial #Salsa #Bachata #SanDiego
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/free-intro-bachata-and-salsa-dance-class/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Melómano Dance Studio\, 4255 Ruffin Rd Suite 200\, San Diego\, CA 92123\, San Diego\, 92123\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gathering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mel%C3%B3mano Entertainment &amp%3B Dance":MAILTO:info@melomano.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260802T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260802T163000
DTSTAMP:20260725T042402
CREATED:20260626T023300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T224106Z
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SUMMARY:LAB: Contemporary Floorwork (Int/Adv)
DESCRIPTION:This intermediate/advanced level contemporary dance class dives deeper into floorwork technique. We introduce more challenging shoulder rolls\, more interesting ways of getting in and out of the floor\, and more intricate phrasework. Geared towards dancers with previous floorwork experience who are comfortable with basic shoulder rolls. \n*Recommendations \n\nPants or leg coverings are highly recommended\, as well as something to cover shoulders. Knee pads are optional.\nWater bottle and light snack. There will be a short 10 minute break.
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/lab-contemporary-floorwork-int-adv/
LOCATION:Malashock Black Box Theater\, 2650 Truxtun Rd Studio #200\, San Diego\, CA\, 92106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="TILTshift Dance":MAILTO:tiltshiftdnce@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260802T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260802T193000
DTSTAMP:20260725T042402
CREATED:20260613T053741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T053741Z
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SUMMARY:DEBUTS
DESCRIPTION:WHERE CONTEMPORARY BALLET IS HEADED NEXT. \nThe Rosin Box Project’s signature program of world premieres returns with an electrifying evening of contemporary ballet from three of today’s most compelling choreographic voices. \nDEBUTS features all-new works by internationally acclaimed choreographers Jennifer Archibald and Christian Denice alongside a world premiere by TRBP Founder and Artistic Director Carly Topazio. Together\, these artists bring distinct perspectives\, bold ideas\, and innovative movement languages to the stage\, creating a program that reflects where contemporary ballet is now and where it is headed next. \nThis year’s program also marks a milestone for the company\, presenting its 60th\, 61st\, and 62nd commissioned works since its founding in 2018. The kind of contemporary ballet that defines what’s next for the art form isn’t happening somewhere else. It’s happening here. DEBUTS brings the pulse of contemporary ballet’s biggest stages to San Diego: nationally acclaimed choreographers\, world premiere works\, and a program built around the ideas moving the art form forward right now. \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of innovation\, artistry\, and the future of dance. \n  \nTickets: https://www.therosinboxproject.com/debuts \nFriday\, July 31 | 7:30pm \nSaturday\, August 1 | 7:30pm \nSunday\, August 2 | 6:00pm
URL:https://sddancematters.org/event/debuts-3/
LOCATION:The Joan\, 2880 Roosevelt Rd\, San Diego\, 92106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Rosin Box Project":MAILTO:info@therosinboxproject.com
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