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SUMMARY:EXPLOSIVE: Bold New Works on the Rise
DESCRIPTION:PHILADANCO! once again ignites the stage with EXPLOSIVE: Bold New Works on the Rise\, a high-voltage evening celebrating fresh choreographic voices\, making their debut for the company. Four dynamic artists…Four daring visions…One powerhouse ensemble ready to burn the house down. \nThis isn’t just a program of premieres it’s a seismic shift. Each work reveals a new dimension of the PHILADANCO! dancers\, challenging the boundaries of form\, feeling\, and fire. From razor-sharp technical physicality to lush musicality\, this is where legacy meets the “next wave.” \nThe spring series is a bold invitation: Come witness what happens when tradition opens its arms to risk. Because the next generation isn’t waiting. It’s here. and it’s explosive. \nWithout Witness  \nChoreography by Thang Dao \nA contemporary dance work that traces a quiet liberation from inherited constraints\, moving from collective searching toward embodied freedom. Through rhythm\, breath\, and attentive presence\, the choreography listens more than it declares\, allowing movement to emerge without demand or display. What remains is a shared return to motion as truth\, unmeasured\, unguarded\, and alive. \nPassing Through Stillness  \nWorld Premiere \nChoreography by Nicole Clarke-Springer \nNicole Clarke-Springer invites us into a transformative threshold—the moment when one recognizes their point of “genius” and chooses to move forward with clarity\, integrity\, and purpose. This work is not about arrival\, but about awakening: a deeply personal reckoning where instinct\, discipline\, and spirit converge. \nBlue \nChoreography by Christopher Huggins \n“He\, who is at once a boy and man\, grace and power\, exist between ocean and sky and the enormity of blue” – James Frazier \nBlue is a choreographed meditation about manhood. This dance speaks about how males emerge fresh and unspoiled from the protected enviornment of their mother’s womb\, yet as they grow toward adulthood they begin to slowly wrap themselves in various layers of blue. The journey to adulthood is complicated. We as men fight our way through various objective and subjective obstacles\, and become many things along the way; corrupted\, aggressive\, sexy\, untrusting\, sensuous\, passionate\, and still remain vulnerable and naked in our own inflated sensitivity. PHILADANCO paints the many shades of “Blue” through simple pantomime\, technical athleticism\, passion and unpredictable rage. \nTemple Without Prayers \nChoreography by Roderick George \nTemple Without Prayers becomes a poetic mediation on this paradox. The “temple” symbolizes a nation imagined as sacred ground—a place of sanctuary\, promise\, and power. Yet within this space\, prayer transforms into a symbol of exhaustion and disillusionment\, revealing the fragile hope placed in systems that repeatedly fail to protect and uplift those who helped build them. Through movement\, the work asks: what happens when faith in the structure dissolves\, and the body becomes the site of truth\, resistance\, and liberation? In that moment\, the temple no longer requires prayer—it becomes a place of remembering\, reckoning\, and reclaiming power.
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/explosive-bold-new-works-on-the-rise-2/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T203000
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UID:2549-1774188000-1774211400@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:D/3 Spring Concert
DESCRIPTION:Come witness the youth company of PHILADANCO!
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/d-3-spring-concert/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20260112T173255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T174532Z
UID:2846-1771011000-1771016400@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:Stockton University!
DESCRIPTION:The Philadelphia Dance Company (PHILADANCO!) presents the highest quality of professional dance performance and cultivates the skills of emerging and professional dancers and choreographers in a nurturing environment\, while increasing the appreciation of dance among its many communities. Across the nation and around the world\, PHILADANCO! is celebrated for its innovation\, creativity\, and preservation of predominantly African-American traditions in dance. Often described as “a brilliant mix of miracle of skill\, energy and artistry\,” “fascinating and thrilling\,” and performers with  “virtuoso physicality\,” PHILADANCO! dancers are among the best in the world. \n 
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/stockton-university/
LOCATION:Stockton Performing Arts Center\, 101 Vera King Farris Dr Lot 6\, Galloway\, NJ\, 08205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20251121T191359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T163532Z
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SUMMARY:APAP 2026
DESCRIPTION:We’re fresh off a 13-city sold-out tour across Germany\, where audiences leapt to their feet night after night. The press called it “a dazzling mix of styles and emotions\,” with “each scene a living painting that you want to frame and take home with you.” Critics across Europe praised PHILADANCO! as “a symbol\, a movement\, a story that continues to evolve\,” with dancing that was “graceful and delicate\, acrobatic and powerful—executed with technical excellence and apparent ease.” \nNow\, as we book U.S. tours for the 2026–2027 season\, we’re excited to share repertory by Rennie Harris\, Ronald K. Brown\, Juel Lane\, Tommie-Waheed Evans\, Dawn Marie Bazemore\, and more. \nHere’s where you can catch us during APAP: \n  \n✨ Showcase #1 – Philadelphia Dance Collective \nSunday\, Jan 11 | 5:15–6:00 PM \nThe Ailey Studios\, 405 W 55th St Studio 5c5d \nAn intimate evening of innovation\, artistry\, and the unmistakable energy of Philadelphia dance. \nRSVP Here – Space is limited! \n  \n🔥 Showcase #2 – PHILADANCO! at the Ailey Citigroup Theater \nSunday\, Jan 11 | 8:45–9:15 PM \nA commanding display of beauty\, power\, and legacy that continues to redefine the landscape of contemporary dance.
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/apap-2026/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20260105T201442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T201458Z
UID:2826-1768129200-1768132800@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:O'Shae Sibley Scholarship Audition 2026
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/oshae-sibley-scholarship-audition-2026/
CATEGORIES:Auditions,Class,Community event,Other,Touring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20251202T151118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T151118Z
UID:2808-1764961200-1765116000@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday!
DESCRIPTION:Support PHILADANCO! this #GivingTuesday  \nToday is a global day of generosity\, and we’re inviting you to stand with us. We’ve just returned from an incredible 13-city European tour and are gearing up for our upcoming performances at Ensemble Arts Philly\, Dec 5–7. \nWith arts funding being cut nationwide\, your support means more than ever. If you’re able\, please consider donating to PHILADANCO! 💜 \n  \nhttps://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=S37UXYMVK5B4E
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/giving-tuesday-2/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Fundraising,Other
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250801T162803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T152557Z
UID:2654-1764961200-1765116000@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:THEN & NOW!
DESCRIPTION:For over 55 years\, PHILADANCO! has electrified audiences with its distinct blend of virtuosity\, urgency\, and heart. Then & Now is a sweeping celebration of that legacy honoring the iconic works that shaped the company’s past while boldly embracing the voices transforming its future. \nThe program revisits two classic ballets: Donald Byrd’s Everybody\, a propulsive\, biting meditation on rhythm from 1996 that still hits with startling relevance\, by a Tony-nominated and Bessie Award-winning choreographer known for bold work that redefines contemporary dance. Tommie-Waheed Evans’ WITH(IN)VERSE\, created in 2018\, offers a searing emotional portrait of vulnerability and spiritual transformation through movement – crafted by a Guggenheim Fellow whose work merges Blackness and raw physicality. Experience the continual growth of PHILADANCO! as a living archive where legacy and reinvention move side by side. \n\nTwo new commissions further push the company’s trajectory forward: a Company Premiere by the world renowned Ronald K. Brown\, whose signature fusion of West African forms and modern dance once again finds new depth within the PHILADANCO! ensemble; and introducing a World Premiere by rising choreographic force Juel D. Lane\, whose kinetic style brings a youthful\, urgent edge to the stage. \nAt once reverent and forward-looking\, Then & Now is more than a milestone; it continues a declaration of where Black dance has been\, and where it dares go next. \nAcross the nation and around the world\, PHILADANCO! is celebrated for its innovation\, creativity\, and preservation of primarily African American traditions in dance. \n\n\nFriday | Dec 5\, 2025\n7:30pm\n\n\nSaturday | Dec 6\, 2025\n2:00pm\n\n\nSaturday | Dec 6\, 2025\n7:30pm\n\n\nSunday | Dec 7\, 2025\n2:00pm\n\n\nTake a look behind the scenes:\n\n“Heirborne” by Juel D. Lane | Behind The Scenes:\nhttps://youtu.be/QazOq1svlVg\n\n“Everybody” by Donald Byrd | Behind The Scenes\nhttps://youtu.be/zh5X7gucOR4
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/then-now/
LOCATION:Kimmel Cultural Campus\, Perelman Theater\, 300 South Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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ORGANIZER;CN="Philadanco!":MAILTO:marrb@philadanco.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250909T183214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T033807Z
UID:2740-1763305200-1763316000@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:The Joanies 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Joanie Awards are named in honor of Joan Myers Brown \nand recognize individuals and organizations that create\, support\, and advance dance in keeping with JB’s tireless and innovative spirit. \nBoard members\, PHILADANCO! company members and staff\, and supporters will join awardees and their family and friends to celebrate the Joanie Awardees. \nThere will also be performances by D3\, D2 and PHILADANCO! \nMore info on our honorees will be announced soon!
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/the-joanies-2025/
CATEGORIES:Class,Community event,Fundraising,Other,Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250909T183807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T174244Z
UID:2744-1762099200-1762110000@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:Passing The Baton! A Legacy Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Passing the Baton: A Conversation with Three Legacy Builders & Their Legacy Children — an inspiring evening celebrating leadership\, heritage\, and the power of generational impact. Don’t miss this dynamic discussion featuring Joan Myers Brown\, Dyana Williams\, and Oshunbumi Fernandez West\, alongside their legacy children\, as they share insights on continuing their extraordinary work for future generations. \n🗓️ Sunday\, November 2\, 2025📍 Loft17venue | Wyncote\, PA🎤 Moderated by Patty Jackson\, WDAS FM & iHeart Media \nVIP Reception: 4–5 PM | Panel Discussion: 5–7 PM🎟️ Tickets: VIP $50 | General Admission $25
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/legacy-conversation-with-joan-myers-brown/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Fundraising,Other,Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250818T164328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T163516Z
UID:2708-1759219200-1761066000@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:European Tour !
DESCRIPTION:PHILADANCO (The Philadelphia Dance Company) performs in Germany\, with past and upcoming dates including performances in Lünen\, Leverkusen\, and Offenburg in October 2025. The company has toured Germany extensively\, bringing their blend of classical and contemporary dance to international audiences who may not often see an American dance company.\n \n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Performances\n(Press the hyperlink for ticket information)\n\n\n\nIserlohn\n\nThe Parktheater on Thursday\, October 2\, 2025.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLünen:\n\nThe Heinz-Hilpert-Theater on Sunday\, October 5\, 2025. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeverkusen:\nThe Forum Leverkusen on Tuesday\, October 7\, 2025.\n\n\n\n\n\nViersen\n\nThe Vierfalt – Kultur in Viersen on October 8\, 2025. \n\n\n\nMinden:\n\n          The Stadttheater Minden on Friday\, October 10\, 2025. \n\nWolfsburg\n\nThe Scharoun Theater on October 11\, 2025. \n\nLippstadt\n\nThe stadttheater on Sunday October 12\, 2025 \n\n      Ahaus:\n\n         The Kulturquadrat on Wednesday\, October 15\, 2025. \n\n\n\n\n\nOffenburg:\n\nThe Messe Offenburg on Sunday\, October 19\, 2025. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHistorical Touring  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPHILADANCO has a long history of international touring\, with founder Joan Myers Brown noting they’ve visited “every little town in Germany”.\nThe international appreciation for their performances is significant\, offering audiences a positive image of African Americans and American dance.\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere to Find Tickets\n\n\n\n\nYou can find tickets for PHILADANCO’s German performances on websites like StubHub and Viagogo.\n\n\nLocations:\n\nIserlohn\, Germany – Thursday\, Oct 2 at 20:00 \nLünen\, Germany – Sunday\, Oct 5 at 17:00 \nLeverkusen\, Germany – Tuesday\, Oct 7 at 19:30 \nViersen\, Germany – Wednesday\, Oct 8 at 20:00 \nHerford\, Germany – Thursday\, Oct 9 at 19:30 \nMinden\, Germany – Friday\, Oct 10 at 20:00 \nWolfsburg\, Germany – Saturday\, Oct 11 at 19:30 \nLippstadt\, Germany – Sunday\, Oct 12 at 19:00 \nOss\, Netherlands – Tuesday\, Oct 14 at 20:15 \nAhaus\, Germany – Wednesday\, Oct 15 at 20:00 \nSaarlouis\, Germany – Friday\, Oct 17 at 20:00 \nVillingen-Schwenningen\, Germany – Saturday\, Oct 18 at 20:00 \nOffenburg\, Germany – Sunday\, Oct 19 at 20:00
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/germany-tour/
CATEGORIES:Class,Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250818T163912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T184713Z
UID:2706-1757761200-1757775600@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:FREE Philadelphia Fall Arts Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we launch our 2025/2026 season with an exciting celebration!\nExperience a vibrant array of live performances and engaging activities\, showcasing highlights from our prestigious Resident Companies and regional arts and cultural organizations. Plus\, expect fantastic ticket deals\, giveaways\, and venue tours! \nConfirmed performances include highlights from our 2025/2026 Broadway season\, Philadelphia Orchestra Quartet\, Philadelphia Ballet\, Opera Philadelphia\, BalletX\, Philadanco!\, The Independence Awards\, Philadelphia Chamber Music Society\, The Philly Pops\, and more! * \nPlus\, 50% off ticket deals to 50+ season performances\, including Broadway’s Kimberly Akimbo\, Suffs\, The Philadelphia Orchestra\, Whitney Cummings\, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater\, Peppa Pig: My First Concert\, and more!* \nMore fun is on the way—stay tuned for the full lineup of activities\, performances\, and food and drink specials! \n*Schedule and sale offerings subject to change.  \n*50% off tickets available in person only. \nSaturday\, Sept 13 | 11AM–3PM \nKimmel Center for the Performing Arts
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/free-philadelphia-fall-arts-fest-2/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Fundraising,Other,Performances,Touring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250730T212312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T185017Z
UID:2652-1757703600-1757795400@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:DANCO ON DANCO 2025
DESCRIPTION:PHILADANCO’s Annual Choreography Concert \nSeptember 12\, 2024 at 7:00pm \nSeptember 13\, 2024 at 7:00pm \nEnjoy the opportunity to witness original works by PHILADANCO Company Members\, Second Company Members and Administration!
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/danco-on-danco-2025/
LOCATION:PHILADANCO!\, 9 N. Preston Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community event,Fundraising,Other,Performances,Touring
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ORGANIZER;CN="Philadanco!":MAILTO:marrb@philadanco.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250815T174652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T172618Z
UID:2692-1756108800-1756659600@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:Carifesta XV | Barbados
DESCRIPTION:PHILADANCO will be performing in Barbados at the Carifesta XV. \nDance at CARIFESTA XV is a powerful expression of Caribbean identity\, bridging past\, present\, and future through movement. Rooted in tradition yet boldly experimental\, the programme features a rich lineup of performances\, workshops\, labs\, and immersive activations designed to engage audiences and artists alike. \n​ \nHighlights include collaborative residencies that foster artistic risk-taking\, cultural exchange\, and new choreographic development; community-centred mobile performances that bring the rhythm of the festival into everyday spaces; and celebratory showcases for emerging youth talent. Signature events will explore environmental themes\, ancestral memory\, innovation\, and intergenerational dialogue. Audiences can also look forward to live dance challenges\, beachside \nperformances\, and symposiums that elevate dancers as thought leaders and visionaries. \nThis dynamic programme invites participants to not only witness the evolution of Caribbean dance but to become a part of it-on the stage\, in the street\, and on the sand.
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/carifesta-xv/
CATEGORIES:Class,Community event,Fundraising,Other,Performances,Touring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T000000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250804T153045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T154109Z
UID:2657-1754265600-1754265600@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:EXPLOSIVE: Bold New Works on the Rise
DESCRIPTION:PHILADANCO! once again ignites the stage with EXPLOSIVE: Bold New Works on the Rise\, a high-voltage evening celebrating fresh choreographic voices\, making their debut for the company. Four dynamic artists…Four daring visions…One powerhouse ensemble ready to burn the house down. \nThis isn’t just a program of premieres it’s a seismic shift. Each work reveals a new dimension of the PHILADANCO! dancers\, challenging the boundaries of form\, feeling\, and fire. From razor-sharp technical physicality to lush musicality\, this is where legacy meets the “next wave.” \nThe spring series is a bold invitation: Come witness what happens when tradition opens its arms to risk. Because the next generation isn’t waiting. It’s here. and it’s explosive.
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/explosive-bold-new-works-on-the-rise/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20240513T173958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T152342Z
UID:2397-1754078400-1754083800@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:PHILADANCO at The Dell Music Center!
DESCRIPTION:Philadanco will be performing at the Dell Music Center on August 1st\, 2025 at 8:00 pm. \n  \nTickets are currently on Sale with the link below! \n  \nThe Dell Music Center \n2400 Strawberry Mansion Dr\, Philadelphia\, PA 19132
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/philadanco-at-the-dell-music-center/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20240422T191329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T200944Z
UID:2382-1751875200-1755286200@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:Summer Skill Enhancement Series
DESCRIPTION:53nd Annual Acclaimed 6 Week Summer Skill Enhancement Series (16-25)\n\nDates: July 7th -August 15th\, 2025\nThere will be professional training and exposure to world renown instructors each week\, plus interaction from resident artists from PHILADANCO!.* Classes are from 5:30-7pm. (MON. – FRI.)\n\n** $150 PER WEEK or $600 FULL SESSION\n[Program fees due by- Monday\, June 30] Summer Skill Enhancement Series Technique Classes will be:\nWeek 1 | July 7th – July 11th – Rennie Harris – Hip-Hop/House\nWeek 2 | July 14th – 18th – Virginie Mecene – Graham\nJuly 21st – 25th | Alumni Week – Various Styles\nJuly 28th – August 1st| Debra Austin – Ballet\nAugust 4th – August 8th| Milton Myers – Horton Technique\nAugust 11th – August 15th | Amanieya Payne – West African
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/summer-skill-enhancement-series/
CATEGORIES:Class,Community event,Other,Summer Intensive
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T215000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250612T143904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T000629Z
UID:2594-1751187600-1751233800@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:MVMNT Pilates at PHILADANCO!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for MVMNT Pilates at PHILADANCO!✨ Move\, stretch\, and strengthen your body in the heart of West Philly with instructor Ellie Matus.📅 June 29\, 2025🕘 9:00 AM📍 9 N Preston Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19104💙 Donation-based class (Suggested: $20) — all levels welcome!Scan the QR code to register or visit www.philadanco.org. \nStart your Sunday grounded\, energized\, and connected. Let’s move together! \n#PHILADANCO #PilatesPhilly #MVMNTPilates #WellnessInMotion #WestPhillyFitness #DonationBasedFitness #MoveWithEllie
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/mvmnt-pilates-at-philadanco/
CATEGORIES:Class,Community event,Fundraising,Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20230510T162011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T200539Z
UID:2109-1749578400-1749582000@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:PHILADANCO and D/2 at Dilworth Park!
DESCRIPTION:Philadanco and Philadanco’s training company D/2 will be doing a concert that is FREE to the public at Dilworth Park directly in front of City Hall from 6:00pm – 7:00pm! \n \n 
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/philadanco-and-d-2-at-dilworth-park/
LOCATION:Dilworth Park\, 1 S 15th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19139\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community event,Fundraising,Other,Performances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250416T185421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T002814Z
UID:2569-1748460600-1748466000@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:Philadanco at The Gantt Center
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black dance with the Gantt as we welcome the acclaimed PHILADANCO! – The Philadelphia Dance Company – to Charlotte for a rare performance. \nAccompanied by a score that ranges from Afro-house to classical to the late R&B singer Phyllis Hyman\, the New York Times applauds PHILADANCO! for its “impressively skilled dancers and their give-it-your-all spirit.” \nLike Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and Dance Theatre of Harlem\, PHILADANCO! was founded during the height of the Civil Rights movement to provide opportunities for Black dancers who were denied entrance to dance schools\, and had even fewer professional performance outlets. \nFor nearly 55 years – across the nation and around the world – the company has embodied innovation\, creativity\, and the preservation of African American traditions in dance. Today\, PHILADANCO! is acclaimed globally for its artistic integrity\, superbly trained dancers\, and captivating performances. Reviews highlight the company’s strong technique\, athleticism\, and impact. \nPre-Show Reception & Talk With Joan Myers Brown\nUpgrade your ticket to attend an exclusive pre-show reception and fireside chat with PHILADANCO! founder Joan Myers Brown at 6 pm at the Gantt Center. Your $25 reception ticket includes a selection of wine and soft drinks\, sweet indulgences and light savory fare. When purchasing tickets\, you will have the option to add the pre-show reception to your order. \nReception-Only Tickets\nIf you only want to attend the pre-show reception and talk with Joan Myers Brown at the Gantt Center\, those tickets are also available.
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/philadanco-at-the-gantt-center/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20240618T123740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T154919Z
UID:2416-1745609400-1745762400@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:RELENTLESS RESIDENT VISIONS!
DESCRIPTION:Ensemble Arts Presents\nPHILADANCO! Relentless Resident Visions\n\n\n\nOverview\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis spring PHILADANCO! showcases new and classic works from their cutting-edge choreographers\, Christopher Huggins\, Tommie-Waheed Evans\, Ray Mercer\, and Milton Myers. The performance series emphasized the unity and diversity within the PHILADANCO! family\, highlighting the choreographers’ unique backgrounds and distinct styles. \nOften described as “a brilliant mix of miracle of skill\, energy and artistry\,” PHILADANCO!  dancers are among the best in the world. Join us as we celebrate these brilliant makers within the PHILADANCO! artistic family. \nFull repertory to be announced  \n\nShowtimes: \nFriday | April 25th\, 2025 – 7:30 pm \nSaturday | April 26th\, 2025 – 2:00 pm \nSaturday | April 26th\, 2025 – 7:30 pm \nSunday | April 27th\, 2025 – 2:00 pm \n\nCall Philadanco studios for more information and to reserve your ticket. \n\nBehind The Scenes of works being performed: \n\n“Enemy Behind The Gates” by Christopher L. Huggins
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/tickets-and-events-resident-companies-philadanco-philadanco-springe890/
LOCATION:Kimmel Cultural Campus\, Perelman Theater\, 300 South Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250308T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250207T064311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T162259Z
UID:2526-1741462200-1741467600@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:92NY - Harkness Dance Center - Celebrating 90 Years
DESCRIPTION:A landmark evening in dance history\, this extraordinary performance brings together two influential companies\, each rooted in deep cultural traditions and celebrated for their transformative artistry\, whose roots are entwined with the Harkness Dance Center. \nRonald K. Brown and his company EVIDENCE return to The 92nd Street Y with Upside Down\, a work that blends African diasporic rhythms with contemporary dance. Originally created in 1998 in collaboration with Rokiya Kone and her Jeune Ballet d’Afrique Noire\, the piece is driven by the vibrant music of Nigerian singer Wunmi\, accompanied by both traditional and modern instruments. \nUpside Down highlights family lineages that reach from the past into the future. Its early sections channel communal grief — moving seamlessly from introspective gestures to full-bodied group sequences. The 92nd Street Y holds special meaning for Brown: it was here that the legendary Judith Jamison first witnessed his rehearsals and asked him to create a work for the Ailey organization. Now\, more than two decades later\, Upside Down returns to the place where its journey began\, a testament to Brown’s enduring vision and creative roots. \nPHILADANCO!: In their 92NY debut\, Philadelphia’s renowned PHILADANCO! brings a stunning performance of Talley Beatty’s Pretty is Skin Deep\, Ugly is to the Bone. Beatty\, a pioneering figure in American modern dance\, first graced our stage in 1937 with Katherine Dunham and later collaborated with Alvin Ailey\, shaping the future of dance right here. Now\, nearly 60 years since the piece was last performed at 92NY\, it returns as a testament to Beatty’s enduring legacy. With its vibrant blend of innovation and tradition\, PHILADANCO!’s precision\, passion\, and performance promise a “stunner” (The Philadelphia Inquirer). Celebrated for their dynamic dancers and their elevation of African American dance traditions\, PHILADANCO!’s performance is an unforgettable celebration of the past\, present\, and future of American dance. \nDon’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to witness two pivotal companies perform in the very space where dance history was made. \nRecordings of the streaming of any kind are strictly prohibited.
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/92ny-harkness-dance-center-celebrating-90-years/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20250117T181349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T060107Z
UID:2519-1740841200-1740848400@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:Esperanza Arts Center 2025
DESCRIPTION:March 1\, 2025\, 3:00pm \n$20 General Admission\, Free for Students & Seniors \nDescribed as a “brilliant mix of skill\, energy\, and artistry”\, Philadelphia’s groundbreaking dance company\, Philadanco returns the Teatro stage in a one-night only performance featuring its virtuoso dancers in a diverse and imaginative program rooted in African-American traditions.
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/esperanza-arts-center-2025/
LOCATION:4261 North 5th Street Philadelphia\, PA 19140\, 4261 N 5th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community event,Fundraising,Other,Performances,Touring
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://philadanco.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Esperanza-Arts-2025.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T201000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T205000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20241218T210609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T163903Z
UID:2514-1736539800-1736542200@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:APAP 2025
DESCRIPTION:Philadanco will be doing a performance for APAP 2025 at the Ailey Citigroup Theater (405 W 55th St\, New York\, NY 10019)
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/apap-2025/
CATEGORIES:Class,Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T230000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20241126T155416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T155705Z
UID:2496-1733518800-1733526000@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:OPENING NIGHT CELEBRATION!
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE for our Opening Night Celebration Honoring Lee Daniels! Join us for a wonderful night celebrating 55 years of Philadanco following our opening night performance. You can RSVP with the link below or by calling PHILADANCO at 2153878200. Tickets are selling FAST\, so be sure to grab yours! \nScreenshot\nScreenshot\nScreenshot\nScreenshot
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/opening-night-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Fundraising,Other
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241204
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20241203T121505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T121527Z
UID:2503-1733184000-1733270399@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:GIVING TUESDAY!
DESCRIPTION:Please support PHILADANCO! on #GivingTuesday! \n  \n#GivingTuesday\, a global day of generosity\, is an opportunity to show your love for PHILADANCO! and our amazing dancers and students. This year\, our #GivingTuesday campaign will focus on supporting the health and wellness of our dancers who perform for communities around the city and across the nation and the world. \n  \nWe hope you will support our “Danco” Family on this annual giving event today — or you can make a gift today! By taking part in this giving event\, you’ll be helping our dance artists to continue to be the best that they can be in their performances and their pursuit of dance excellence. \n  \nThank you for supporting PHILADANCO! and our dancers… and come see us at our Ensemble Arts Philly home this Weekend on December 6th – 8th! \nYou can donate with the link below:
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/giving-tuesday/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Fundraising,Other
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20241104T175709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T181709Z
UID:2481-1733166000-1733173200@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:2024 Dance Magazine Awards
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Dance Magazine Awards will honor George Faison\, Joanna Haigood\, Liz Lerman\, Mavis Staines\, and Shen Wei. The Chairman’s Award will go to Mikhail Baryshnikov for his work with Baryshnikov Arts\, and the posthumous awards will celebrate six artists who were not recognized by the awards committee during their lifetimes. \nA tradition dating back to 1954\, the Dance Magazine Awards are given in appreciation of the artistry\, integrity\, and resilience that dance artists have demonstrated over the course of their careers. The theme for 2024 is “the stage and beyond”: The dancers\, choreographers\, and educators in this remarkable group of honorees are invested in work that often transcends the proscenium. \nA ceremony to recognize this year’s recipients will be held in New York City at Baryshnikov Arts on Monday\, December 2\, at 7 pm EST\, with performances and presentations for each. For ticket information\, visit the Dance Media store.
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/2024-dance-magazine-awards/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20240915T213225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T214706Z
UID:2456-1729366200-1729373400@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:PHILADANCO! at  Rowan University
DESCRIPTION:PHILADANCO! at \nRowan University \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“How We Sustain”\nSaturday\, October 19\, 2024\n7:30 PM – Pfleeger Concert Hall\nAcross the nation and around the world\, PHILADANCO! is a Philadelphia institution celebrated for its innovation\, creativity\, and preservation of predominantly African-American traditions in dance. Marking the company’s 55th anniversary season\, as well as their debut performance at Rowan University\, How We Sustain tells a story of natural cycles\, continuity\, shared purpose\, and spiritual power\, featuring works by Francisco Gella\, Ronald K. Brown\, Ray Mercer\, and Tommie Waheed-Evans. \nRuntime is 75 minutes with a 15 minute intermission. \n*With support from Rowan University’s Catalysts for Sustainability initiative \n(Tickets are limited\, and we will quickly reach capacity\, so make your purchase ASAP!)
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/philadanco-at-rowan-university/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20240915T212714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T212151Z
UID:2451-1728588600-1728594000@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:PHILADANCO! at PENN STATE | HARRISBURG
DESCRIPTION:PHILADANCO will be performing at Penn State University \nThursday\, October 10\, 2024\n7:30 PM – Kulkarni Theater
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/philadanco-at-penn-state-harrisburg/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Other,Performances,Touring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20240918T191027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T175234Z
UID:2472-1727654400-1727740799@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:Adult Open Classes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/adult-open-classes/
CATEGORIES:Class,Community event,Other
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T205231
CREATED:20240915T214216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T214818Z
UID:2460-1726387200-1726419600@philadanco.org
SUMMARY:FREE Philadelphia Fall Arts Fest
DESCRIPTION:Philadanco will be performing at a FREE Philadelphia Fall Arts Fest \n\n\n\n\nJoin us as we launch our 2024/2025 season with an exciting celebration!\nExperience a vibrant array of live performances and engaging activities\, showcasing highlights from our prestigious Resident Companies and regional arts and cultural organizations. Plus\, expect fantastic ticket deals and giveaways! Get creative with superhero comic creation led by Art Sphere\, design your own jewelry with the Caribbean Community of Philadelphia\, explore a Musical Instrument Petting Zoo hosted by Keep Music Alive\, and don’t miss the chance for a kid’s tap shoe giveaway from the Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble. You can also enjoy a special performance from a small ensemble of the world-renowned Philadelphia Orchestra! \nProgram\nCommonwealth Plaza Stage \n11:00 AM Aurora Classical\n11:30 AM Opera Philadelphia\n12:00 PM Philadelphia Orchestra Small Ensemble\n12:30 PM Performances from Broadway’s A Beautiful Noise and MJ The Musical\n1:20 PM The No Name Pops\n2:15 PM Independence Awards\n2:30 PM Performances from Broadway’s A Beautiful Noise and MJ The Musical \nPerelman Theater \n11:50 AM Philadelphia Ballet\n12:10 PM Chocolate Ballerina Company\n12:30 PM Carne Viva Dance Theatre\n12:45 PM Kun-Yang Lin / Dancers\n1:05 PM SHARP Dance Company\n1:30 PM BalletX\n1:55 PM Living Arts Dance\n2:25 PM Koresh Dance Company\n2:45 PM PHILADANCO
URL:https://philadanco.org/event/free-philadelphia-fall-arts-fest/
CATEGORIES:Community event,Fundraising,Other,Performances,Touring
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