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Thu 11th
NY Tango School Presents an Exceptional Intensive Program for Absolute Beginners
NY Tango School NYC
NY Tango School Presents an Exceptional Intensive Program for Absolute Beginners
Discover the magic of tango with Jon Tariq in Midtown Manhattan!
Join our intensive Absolute Beginner Tango Program, designed to help you build confidence, master the fundamentals, and step into the world of tango with ease.
This well-structured program includes: Eight beginner group classes (two per week) Four exciting…
Construct-A-Guy | The Lace
Tere O'Connor
New York Live Arts Theater
December 3-6 & 10-13, 7:30pm
40th Anniversary
Tickets start at $30 with limited Pay-What-You-Wish options
To celebrate 40 years of riveting choreographic exploration, Tere O’Connor will present a program comprised of two works:
Construct-A-Guy
A solo originally constructed for O’Connor in 1984, will open the program. It was the first dance he ever made and it premiered…
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Fri 12th
Beyond Technique class
Sokolow Theatre/Dance Ensemble
How do you acquire stage presence? What is the difference between emoting and feeling? And how do you accept the vulnerablility of performing? Beyond Technique addresses these questions and more.
Beyond Technique returns for its second year, led by Samantha Géracht, Artistic Director of the Sokolow Theatre/Dance Ensemble. Using movement as the foundation of emotional projection, a method Anna…
Brenda Bufalino Tap Dance Residency Week 2: Open Studio
New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
Brenda Bufalino is a master tap dancer who has spent her career preserving, performing, and evolving the form of tap dance. In this open program, witness an intergenerational, international group of tap dancers as they rehearse ,with and learn from Bufalino during her tap dance residency. Produced by the Jerome Robbins Dance Division, the two-week residency allows Bufalino to pass down solo material,…
Hand-Foot-Vox Music Class & Jam with Max Pollack
Rhythmic Arts Center
A deep-dive into earth-grown groove and ancient chants to unlock the gates to stratospheric harmony. We practice rhythms, melodies, and moves - alone and together. Through the coordination of clapping, stepping and singing together, the layers fuse, and sweep us up into the collective consciousness that only music and art can create.
Fridays | 6:00-7:30PM (class, Jam after until closing at 9:00PM)…
The Nutcracker Performances: Dec 12-14
Peridance Center
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season as The Nutcracker once again lights up the KnJ Theater stage! Conceived and choreographed by Igal Perry, this beloved winter tradition features the Peridance Contemporary Dance Company, alongside talented dancers from the Certificate Program and The School at Peridance.
Experience a fresh, contemporary twist on Tchaikovsky’s timeless classic complete with…
“SUCH SWEET THUNDER” - HONORING THE LEGACY OF DUKE ELLINGTON
The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts in Association with The American Tap Dance Foundation
The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts, in association with The American Tap Dance Foundation, proudly presents a spectacular evening celebrating the life and music of jazz legend Duke Ellington on Friday, December 12 at 7:00 PM at Symphony Space’s Peter Jay Sharp Theatre (2537 Broadway at 95th Street, NYC).
Musical Director Eli Yamin and The Duke Ellington Center Big Band, a dynamic 15-piece…
Construct-A-Guy | The Lace
Tere O'Connor
New York Live Arts Theater
December 3-6 & 10-13, 7:30pm
40th Anniversary
Tickets start at $30 with limited Pay-What-You-Wish options
To celebrate 40 years of riveting choreographic exploration, Tere O’Connor will present a program comprised of two works:
Construct-A-Guy
A solo originally constructed for O’Connor in 1984, will open the program. It was the first dance he ever made and it premiered…
PINCH
Sacha Vega
What contradictions live inside your sense of security? Urgent, absurd, and darkly funny—this is not a drill.
PINCH is a surreal collision of dance-theater and emergency ritual. Swerving through the American Psyche™, a trio of characters encounter myths of preparedness. At each turn, they keep asking, breaking, cracking: Who taught you to move safely?
Drawing from safety drills staged in corporate,…
Take Root Presents: Aishwarya Madhav | DanceAction
Green Space
Take Root Presents: Aishwarya Madhav | DanceAction
December 12th & 13th at 8:00 PM
Green Space
37-24 24th Street Suite 211
Long Island City, NY 11101
$22 in advance, $25 at the door
Aishwarya Madhav | Who Am I?
Who Am I? is an evocative dance production that journeys through the universal experience of a woman's life; sharing vignettes of various stages she goes through - infancy, childhood,…
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Sat 13th
Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre Awarded $25,000 by the New York State Council on the Arts
Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre
Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre announced on December 11th a grant award totaling $25,000 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the arts and culture sector. Through New York State’s continued investment in arts and culture, NYSCA has awarded $80.9 million in FY 2026 to arts and culture nonprofits across all 10 regions and a historic number of artists.
“New York’s arts…
ONLINE Choreography for the Camera Workshop
Anabella Lenzu/DanceDrama
December 13 & 14: ONLINE Choreography for the Camera Workshop
by Anabella Lenzu
For choreographers, dancers, theater directors, performance artists, filmmakers, and multidisciplinary artist!
*The objective of the course is to gain an understanding of choreographing for the camera and the choreography of the camera when recording dance for all screens.
*Explore how to adapt, extract and…
Children's Access Workshops
New York City Ballet
Join the artists of New York City Ballet in these movement workshops designed especially for children with physical disabilities and movement challenges.
During these one-hour movement workshops, NYCB Dancers will guide young movers of all abilities in a ballet-based warm-up and choreography inspired by some of the ballets being performed through the season. Children will be partnered with volunteer…
Meet a Sugar Plum!
Capezio Flagship NYC
Experience Capezio Flagship’s winter wonderland with an interactive celebration hosted by the Sugar Plum Fairy! Watch a magical performance, learn a dance from the Land of Sweets, and let your creativity shine at our holiday crafting table. Afterwards, commemorate the day by snapping a photo with the Sugar Plum Fairy. All attendees will receive 10% off in-store purchases!
Location:
Capezio…
Autism-Friendly Access Workshops
New York City Ballet
Join the artists of New York City Ballet in these movement workshops designed especially for children with autism and their families.
During these one-hour events, children will be guided in a ballet-based warm-up and choreography inspired by a featured ballet being performed this season. Workshops feature live piano accompaniment and a designated quiet space will be available. A visual schedule will…
FLUID EXHIBITION
Dance In Frame Productions
Come out to be apart of the WORLD PREMIERE of 'FLUID'.
'FLUID' is an exhibition and self-titled world premiere film screeming created by dancer, choreographer, filmmaker and sculptor Michael Bishop. This film takes an intimate look at the beauty and pain of the African American experience and asks, "how can we heal'? Through original score, multi-genre dance, poetry and riveting visuals, FLUID takes…
Emelin Theatre presents Nutcracker Dream
Ballet des Amériques
Emelin Theatre presents Nutcracker Dream
Experience the magic of Nutcracker Dream at The Emelin Theatre! This 90-minute, family-friendly adaptation by acclaimed choreographer Carole Alexis, inspired by the work of Rudolf Nureyev and Marius Petipa, brings the beloved holiday classic to life. Performed by Ballet des Amériques professionals with local young dancers, it’s a festive must-see!
ABOUT…
Navidad
Calpulli Mexican Company
This December, Flushing Town Hall celebrates multicultural holidays with Calpulli Mexican Dance Company with Navidad, a holiday production of the shared traditions of Mexico and the United States through dance, music, and storytelling. The new version of the story will bring the highlights of the original show in a one hour format without intermission.
Under the Artistic Direction of Grisel Pren Monje,…
92NY Presents The Bang Group’s Nut/Cracked – Experience The Nutcracker With a Twist!
92NY
Back this year by popular demand, step into Nut/Cracked, The Bang Group’s version of The Nutcracker. This family-friendly show – part holiday tradition, part comedy – and complete with jazz, tap, and a cheeky dose of humor, is live on stage at 92NY’s Kaufmann Concert Hall on December 13 at 2 PM and December 16 at 6:30 PM. The performance is available to stream from December 14th at 12 PM through…
The Nutcracker Performances: Dec 12-14
Peridance Center
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season as The Nutcracker once again lights up the KnJ Theater stage! Conceived and choreographed by Igal Perry, this beloved winter tradition features the Peridance Contemporary Dance Company, alongside talented dancers from the Certificate Program and The School at Peridance.
Experience a fresh, contemporary twist on Tchaikovsky’s timeless classic complete with…
A Dancer's Christmas/ A Showcase of Dances
Chevalier Ballet Company
Chevalier Ballet Company under the artistic direction of Sara Knight presents a showcase of dances from "A Dancer's Christmas, a 41 year Boston Holiday Traditiion with orginal works choreographed by Robert Vereecke S.J.
Ailey Classics Workshop with Sarita Allen
Ailey Extension
Join world-renowned former Ailey dancer Sarita Allen for her signature Ailey Classics workshop in celebration of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s performances at New York City Center. Participants will learn excerpts of choreography from Alvin Ailey's Memoria, Reflections in D, and Phases.
Traditional West African Togo-Inspired Dance Class with Live Drumming Every Saturday
SYAKAD ARTS
Traditional West African Togo-Inspired Dance Class with Live Drumming Every Saturday
Adults / All-Levels class
Studio 2
Price:
Drop-in $25 Pay-as-you-go
5-Class Pack $100 / $20 per class
Every Saturday from 5-6:30 pm
Class details
Class Focus
An immersive African Traditional Dance session celebrating the rhythms, stories, and movements of West Africa.
Experience powerful drumming,…
Emelin Theatre presents Nutcracker Dream
Ballet des Amériques
Emelin Theatre presents Nutcracker Dream
Experience the magic of Nutcracker Dream at The Emelin Theatre! This 90-minute, family-friendly adaptation by acclaimed choreographer Carole Alexis, inspired by the work of Rudolf Nureyev and Marius Petipa, brings the beloved holiday classic to life. Performed by Ballet des Amériques professionals with local young dancers, it’s a festive must-see!
ABOUT…
"Radiate (watchful eye)"
David Appel
David Appel
Radiate (watchful eye)
several intriguing dance improvisers match wits, fleshing out new works
with Randy Burd, Maggie Beutner Cheung, Ava Heller, Haley Lindquist, and David Appel
Saturday December 13 7:00 pm JUST ONE NIGHT!
100 Grand Dance …
The Nutcracker Performances: Dec 12-14
Peridance Center
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season as The Nutcracker once again lights up the KnJ Theater stage! Conceived and choreographed by Igal Perry, this beloved winter tradition features the Peridance Contemporary Dance Company, alongside talented dancers from the Certificate Program and The School at Peridance.
Experience a fresh, contemporary twist on Tchaikovsky’s timeless classic complete with…
Ajkun Ballet Theatre presents: THE NUTCRACKER
Ajkun Ballet Theatre
THE NUTCRACKER in NYC. Shows: December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21
Experience the magical spirit of December with the top show of this Holiday Season at the Ajkun Ballet Theatre. Over 100 years of tradition, timeless music and beautiful dances performed live in New York City. Tickets, Events, Upcoming Shows 2025.
Multi-award choreographer Chiara Ajkun reimagines The Nutcracker as an immersive show that…
Construct-A-Guy | The Lace
Tere O'Connor
New York Live Arts Theater
December 3-6 & 10-13, 7:30pm
40th Anniversary
Tickets start at $30 with limited Pay-What-You-Wish options
To celebrate 40 years of riveting choreographic exploration, Tere O’Connor will present a program comprised of two works:
Construct-A-Guy
A solo originally constructed for O’Connor in 1984, will open the program. It was the first dance he ever made and it premiered…
PINCH
Sacha Vega
What contradictions live inside your sense of security? Urgent, absurd, and darkly funny—this is not a drill.
PINCH is a surreal collision of dance-theater and emergency ritual. Swerving through the American Psyche™, a trio of characters encounter myths of preparedness. At each turn, they keep asking, breaking, cracking: Who taught you to move safely?
Drawing from safety drills staged in corporate,…
Take Root Presents: Aishwarya Madhav | DanceAction
Green Space
Take Root Presents: Aishwarya Madhav | DanceAction
December 12th & 13th at 8:00 PM
Green Space
37-24 24th Street Suite 211
Long Island City, NY 11101
$22 in advance, $25 at the door
Aishwarya Madhav | Who Am I?
Who Am I? is an evocative dance production that journeys through the universal experience of a woman's life; sharing vignettes of various stages she goes through - infancy, childhood,…
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Sun 14th
ONLINE Choreography for the Camera Workshop
Anabella Lenzu/DanceDrama
December 13 & 14: ONLINE Choreography for the Camera Workshop
by Anabella Lenzu
For choreographers, dancers, theater directors, performance artists, filmmakers, and multidisciplinary artist!
*The objective of the course is to gain an understanding of choreographing for the camera and the choreography of the camera when recording dance for all screens.
*Explore how to adapt, extract and…
Meet a Sugar Plum!
Capezio Flagship NYC
Experience Capezio Flagship’s winter wonderland with an interactive celebration hosted by the Sugar Plum Fairy! Watch a magical performance, learn a dance from the Land of Sweets, and let your creativity shine at our holiday crafting table. Afterwards, commemorate the day by snapping a photo with the Sugar Plum Fairy. All attendees will receive 10% off in-store purchases!
Location:
Capezio…
Emelin Theatre presents Nutcracker Dream
Ballet des Amériques
Emelin Theatre presents Nutcracker Dream
Experience the magic of Nutcracker Dream at The Emelin Theatre! This 90-minute, family-friendly adaptation by acclaimed choreographer Carole Alexis, inspired by the work of Rudolf Nureyev and Marius Petipa, brings the beloved holiday classic to life. Performed by Ballet des Amériques professionals with local young dancers, it’s a festive must-see!
ABOUT…
New Beginner Salsa Classes in LIC Queens - Free Trial Class!
Cucala Dance Company - New York City Salsa Classes
Beginner Salsa Classes in Queens – No Experience Needed!
Ready to dance? Join us at Cucala Dance Company for beginner salsa classes that are fun, welcoming, and community-driven. Whether you’ve never danced before or want to brush up on the basics, this is the perfect place to start.
Our experienced instructors will guide you step-by-step through fundamental salsa footwork, partner connection,…
The Nutcracker Performances: Dec 12-14
Peridance Center
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season as The Nutcracker once again lights up the KnJ Theater stage! Conceived and choreographed by Igal Perry, this beloved winter tradition features the Peridance Contemporary Dance Company, alongside talented dancers from the Certificate Program and The School at Peridance.
Experience a fresh, contemporary twist on Tchaikovsky’s timeless classic complete with…
Emelin Theatre presents Nutcracker Dream
Ballet des Amériques
Emelin Theatre presents Nutcracker Dream
Experience the magic of Nutcracker Dream at The Emelin Theatre! This 90-minute, family-friendly adaptation by acclaimed choreographer Carole Alexis, inspired by the work of Rudolf Nureyev and Marius Petipa, brings the beloved holiday classic to life. Performed by Ballet des Amériques professionals with local young dancers, it’s a festive must-see!
ABOUT…
JOY: Dances For Midwinter
Sokolow Theatre/Dance Ensemble
NYC Modern Dance Company Brings “JOY” to Jersey City, December 7 and 14.
JERSEY CITY, NJ. - Come, share in the “JOY: Dances For Midwinter,” presented by the Sokolow Theatre/Dance Ensemble! This annual production is not your typical holiday dance show. Featuring Classical Modern dances to inspire the spirit of the season, they run the gamut from exuberant to thoughtful, poignant to…
Fertile Ground: New Works Showcase -- December 14th
Green Space
Fertile Ground: New Works Showcase
December 14th at 7:00 PM
Featuring Brooklyn Motion Capture Dance Ensemble, Gable Couch, in-version ensemble, ERELONG, Julie Seal & Skylar Tuttle
Fertile Ground is a NON-CURATED showcase for emerging and/or established artists. The evening consists of work shown by six choreographers, followed by a moderated discussion that integrates the choreographers, dancers,…
Ajkun Ballet Theatre presents: THE NUTCRACKER
Ajkun Ballet Theatre
THE NUTCRACKER in NYC. Shows: December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, and 21
Experience the magical spirit of December with the top show of this Holiday Season at the Ajkun Ballet Theatre. Over 100 years of tradition, timeless music and beautiful dances performed live in New York City. Tickets, Events, Upcoming Shows 2025.
Multi-award choreographer Chiara Ajkun reimagines The Nutcracker as an immersive show that…
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Mon 15th
Virtual Alexander Technique Group Class
Balance Arts Center
Curious about the Alexander Technique and want to learn more? Join us in person for our Alexander Technique Group Weekly Class! Class will be led by Ann Rodiger and assisted by BAC Faculty. Classes will explore basic principles of the Alexander Technique that guide you toward finding a better balance and dynamic body posture that you will learn to apply to all of your activities. These classes will…
DOUGLAS DUNN LEADING TECHNIQUE DECEMBER 2025
Douglas Dunn + Dancers
Douglas Dunn Leading Technique ClassDecember 2025
Monday December 1
Wednesday December 3
Monday December 8
Wednesday December 10
Monday December 15
Wednesday December 17
Monday December 22
Wednesday December 24
Monday December 29
Wednesday December 31
10 - 11:45 AM
DOORS OPEN AT 9:15
541 BROADWAY NYC
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Composing Emergence with Nita Little - 6-month Mentorship
Nita Little
Begins July 14, 2025 *We meet the second Monday of each month for 6 months. July - December
8:30 –11:30 PST, 17:30 - 20:30 CET
A 6 month composition mentorship with Nita Little where performance meets composition: the integration of somatic action & art making for improvisational performance in dance and other forms of artistic practice.
We meet once a month, second Mondays for 6 months:
July…
Amanda Selwyn Dance Studio Presents FOOTPRINTS Dance Festival - Applications to Open 9/22
Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre
Next spring, Amanda Selwyn Dance Studio will present the fifth FOOTPRINTS Dance Festival, a multi-day dance festival that will celebrate the work of emerging and established choreographers. Curated by Amanda Selwyn, this festival will showcase innovative dance works with a strong theatrical aesthetic. For more information on Amanda Selwyn Dance Studio, click here.
Selected choreographers will receive…
PartnerFusion November/December Workshops!
PartnerFusion
Partnerfusion Training- multiple styles of partnerwork for dance and theatre professionals!
In our signature workshop, students will learn fundamental partner skills in a variety of different dance traditions, including Pas De Deux, Contact Improvisation, Waltz, Salsa, and Lindy Hop.
This workshop also includes modules on Injury Prevention, Anatomy and Partner dance cross- training, Boundary and…
Ballet Essentials
New York City Ballet
Experience New York City Ballet in a brand new way in these 75-minute movement workshops for teens and adults with little or no dance training.
NYCB dancers lead participants through a ballet warm-up and movement combinations inspired by repertory in the current season. Workshops also include a brief Q&A with the artists. With an ever-changing roster of dancers and repertory, no two Ballet Essentials…
Advanced Tap with Nicholas Young
Rhythmic Arts Center
Tap class for advanced dancers focusing on technique, rudiments, phrasework, across the floor.
MONDAYS | 7:00-8:30PM | $20 (or just show up, no one will be turned away for lack of funds)
IN-PERSON AND ONLINE at RAC NYC
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Bio: Nicholas Young
Nicholas Young is an artist, choreographer, dancer, musician, and a 2014 Bessie Award recipient. He began his professional…
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