Dance

Karen Peterson and Dancers (KPD)  is Florida’s only full-time dance organization that features choreography performed by dancers with and without disabilities and has been a role model for the artistic and disability communities in Miami Dade County for twenty-nine years. Under the dedicated direction of Artistic Director Karen Peterson, the company provides educational programming for students with special needs and provides inclusive … +

THREAT by Yusha-Marie Sorzano, 2000 YoungArts Winner in Dance and 2019 Artist-in-Residence is the new contemporary dance work-in-development. THREAT investigates emotional coping mechanisms associated with change and the often rebellious actions it can instigate. It draws on samples of protest songs throughout history, pulls from the rhythms of Sorzano’s native Trinidad, and – informed by her experiences as a classical concert choreographer … +

DanceCon Miami by StompUSA by features the LIVE broadcast of the StompUSA AllStar Dance Showcase, packed with high powered Championship Dance Teams Performances by some of the Best Dance Teams & Dancers In The World. The show will be broadcast on the IndieONE Global TV platform on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 4 PM

XXIV International Ballet Festival of Miami, considered the most important ballet festival in the US. Featuring worldwide prestigious ballet companies represented by their greatest stars from; Italy, Holland, Spain, Argentina, Chile, France, Mexico, Brazil, England, Germany and USA. “A Life for Dance” Lifetime Achievement Award is presented during this Gala to outstanding worldwide renowned Ballet Dancers, Choreographers & Directors, honoring their legacy … +

Considered the most important ballet festival in the US. Featuring world prestigious ballet companies represented by their greatest stars. PROGRAM IInternational Ballet Festival Youth Gala​The Festival has created this performance to educate and promote arts among the community  showcasing national and international talented, promising young  Ballet artists . ​The Festival has created this performance to educate and promote arts among the community  showcasing national and international talented, promising young  Ballet artists . ​MDC Lehman Theater -Aug 4, … +

Once again, Erika Moon and her cast will bring their knowledge to those who want to learn the art of burlesque, those who are in for a treat! Members of the cast will start getting together on July 10th, for a workshop that will teach some of the seductive tricks of the trade! Renowned Erika Moon is a French Producer, Choreographer, Dancer … +

A ground-breaking intersection of music, dance and film, this dazzling multi-genre performance will take the audiences on an imaginary journey to Paris. Members of the Miami City Ballet will join phenomenal award-winning classical musicians of the Mainly Mozart Festival in this smart and beautiful meditation on the ephemeral nature of dance.  Ashley Knox, dancerAlexander Peters, dancerEric Trope, choreographerMarina Radiushina, pianoThomas Mesa, celloQianqian Li, violin Ali Habashi, filmmaker

Led by the world-renowned master teacher, choreographer, soloist and Artistic Director Ilisa Rosal, Ballet Flamenco La Rosa (BFLR) presents the spellbinding and earthy power of authentic Flamenco dance at its best. With its spectacular footwork, precise athleticism and vibrant energy, the performance is at once sensual and spiritual, raw and refined, and filled with both restrained passion and electrifying release – making … +

FUNDarte in collaboration with The Miami Dade County Auditorium proudly presents Flamenco Rave II – Nuevo Flamenco featuring Sergio de Lope; Diego Guerrero; María Terremoto; and Miguel Ángel Cortés with Dani Bonilla and Lucía Álvarez “La Piñona”, among others. March 9 – 8:30 p.m. & 10 – 6:00 p.m. Miami Dade County Auditorium. Experience the explosive movement and sound of 15 contemporary … +

The official national tour of the Broadway show Legally Blonde – The Musical comes to South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center. Fabulously fun and based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde – The Musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical … +

The Zoppé Italian Family Circus takes family entertainment to new heights, performing Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Match 22, 23 and 24 under the intimate, one-ring Big Top on the Concert Lawn at South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center. The audience is treated to the best of Old World Italian tradition, with a circus that features acrobatic feats, equestrian showmanship, canine capers, clowning and … +

FUNDarte and South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center are proud to present Flamenco Master Farruquito, on Feb. 2nd / 8:00 p.m. at South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center. Heir to a famed gypsy flamenco dynasty, Farruquito first lit up the stage at age four, alongside his legendary grandfather El Farruco. Since then, he’s been consistently acclaimed as one of flamenco’s greatest performers, and a … +

The Dance of Harlem (DTH), the groundbreaking black classical dance troupe, whose visit to South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center last season – after a nearly 20-year absence – was such a powerful artistic and community event, returns to SMDCAC as part of its 50th Anniversary season a celebration of 50 years of passion, power and perfection. This year’s program features a special … +

State-of-the-art technology and electrifying entertainers unite to create the ultimate performing arts experience of iLuminate. Blending music, art and technological magic, iLuminate tells a story of adventure and romance through dance styles ranging from contemporary, hip-hop, latin, and breaking, all using the power of light. iLuminate gained national attention on hit television shows including America’s Got Talent, Dancing with the Stars, X Factor, … +

This full-scale production, choreographed by renowned choreographer Marius Petipa, is based on the Brothers Grimm’s enchanting fairytale, where love restores life.
This is the first time the legendary National Ballet Theatre of Odessa has visited the United States, with 55 of the most talented and the brightest ballet stars, this production is sure to bring this celebration of true love onto our stage … +

The holiday season is upon us, and Meg Segreto’s Perpetual Motion Dance Company is here to help kick it off. Along with our revamped “Nutcracker” we’re bringing back our festive kicklines! It’s going to be a beautiful, fun show for every age. Please join us on December 9th. Sun, Dec 9, 2018 – 2:00 PM Price $30.00 Buy Tickets Now Parker Playhouse … +

This stunningly powerful and electrifying performance event by an all Miami group of choreographers and dancers includes male choreographers celebrating the significant contribution of women in their lives. Sharron Lynn Williams former artist with AILEY II and The Lion King will perform a powerhouse solo work, AILEY star, Jamar Roberts’s new work is a duet danced by Martha Graham principal dancer, Lloyd … +

FUNDarte presents FLAMENCOS, a special series of flamenco events for its 18-19 season, featuring “Reditum, dancing flamenco” by Casa Patas Flamenco Foundation & Conservatory; the consistently acclaimed as one of flamenco’s greatest performers, Farruquito; and “Flamenco Rave II featuring Nuevo Flamenco” “Reditum, dancing flamenco” features dancer & choreographer José Barrios in a vibrant and magical flamenco performance direct from Madrid, Spain. Barrios premiered … +

Back by popular demand, don’t miss Mystic India: The World Tour. Come witness as they delight your senses with a Bollywood Dance Spectacular full with renowned acrobats, brilliant dancers, breathtaking stunts, opulent costumes, and stunning visual effects.  Add to your experience by joining MCC before the show for The Mystic Lounge with Indian cuisine. This show is not appropriate for children 4 … +

What if you were invited to dance for the president? You’d want it to be the best dance ever. Come meet Yelia who visits her grandmother in Cuba to add some salsa flavor to her own hip-hop style. The audience gets to dance along during this interactive performance. Journey with Yelia as she discovers the fun of her multicultural heritage and introduce … +

Taking place in Miami, Florida, a true crossroads of the Americas, “Forward Motion” will be one of the first festivals and conferences anywhere in the world showcasing groundbreaking physically integrated dance companies and choreography. Karen Peterson and Dancers (KPD), who for 25 years has been South Florida’s only physically integrated company, will produce “Forward Motion.” Activities for “Forward Motion” 2018 include: Public … +