Dance

Through Sunday only, “the Ailey dancers return like conquering heroes” (The New York Times) with new shows including five premieres never before seen in Miami. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Artistic Director (and Miami native) Robert Battle’s Mass is a mesmerizing large ensemble work that emphasizes the Ailey dancers’ “heroic vitality” (The New York Times). Members Don’t Get Weary by Company member (and … +

Moscow Festival Ballet, led by Artistic Director Sergei Radchenko, brings to life two of the most enduring and romantic programs in the canon of dance. Les Sylphides (Chopiniana) Choreography by: Mikhail Fokine Music by: Frederic Chopin This short, one act, non-narrative ballet is often described as a “romantic reverie” and some say the first ballet to be simply about mood and dance … +

With a soul-raising score of jazz, gospel, ragtime and blues, THE COLOR PURPLE gives an exhilarating new spirit to this Pulitzer Prize-winning story. The re-imagining of an epic story about a young woman’s journey to love and triumph in the American South in the musical sensation that New York Magazine calls “one of the greatest revivals ever.” Experience the exhilarating power of this Tony-winning … +

Miami’s hottest flamenco event of the year returns to the Arsht Center’s stage for four electrifying nights. Mark your calendars, you don’t want to miss these performances. Ballet Nacional de España (BNE), under the direction of Antonio Najarro, is the greatest exponent of Spanish dance, showcasing all of Spain’s dance styles on the most important stages in the world, through very different … +

  L.A. Dance Project has been turning heads with its fresh, contemporary vision of dance and stylistically diverse repertory. Founded by Benjamin Millepied, who’s also known for choreographing and starring in the award-winning film Black Swan alongside his wife, Natalie Portman, brought the company into existence in 2012. Making its Miami debut, the L.A. Dance Project will showcase Chaconne, a WORLD PREMIERE, … +

Sufi-meets-B boy in this highly physical, fluid work for 12 Algerian / West African male dancers that combines capoeira, martial arts, urban and contemporary dance. Dressed in white flowing costumes, they exude grace and masculinity to a musical score that ranges from Sufi song to Bach and Hamza El Din to Kronos Quartet. The result is pure alchemy, or as The Washington Post raved, “a … +

L.A. Dance Project has been turning heads with its fresh, contemporary vision of dance and stylistically diverse repertory. Founded by Benjamin Millepied, who’s also known for choreographing and starring in the award-winning film Black Swan alongside his wife, Natalie Portman, brought the company into existence in 2012. Making its Miami debut, the L.A. Dance Project will showcase Chaconne, a WORLD PREMIERE, by Millepied … +

Through his Emmy Award winning work on “So You Think You Can Dance”, Travis Wall has established himself as one of America’s favorite choreographers. His artistic direction of SHAPING SOUND has already produced one spell-binding show in Dance Reimagined, which has captivated audiences all across North America. Now, Travis and SHAPING SOUND are back with their brand new show, After the Curtain. … +

One of the most original and innovative forces in modern dance, this all-male company features 10 exceptional young dancers in an exhilarating evening of two explosive works, Serpent and Fallen. “[Liam] Scarlett’s Serpent is a revelation,” (Metro) a series of kinetic duets that progress into a never-ending stream of beautiful movement. In contrast, Russell Maliphant’s award-winning Fallen is a “viscerally thrilling” (The … +

Celebrate Carolyn Dorfman Dance and 35 years of bold, powerful, thrilling performance and dance-making! The company’s dancers immerse body and soul into the high-energy and technically demanding dance for which it is known and acclaimed… Work that moves you to think, feel, laugh and connect. Join in the beauty and sonic fun of Dorfman’s acclaimed, WAVES, the visually striking exploration of the … +

In ancient times, China was known as the Land of the Divine. Everyone, from emperors to the common people, believed that their culture was a gift from heaven. They lived in harmony with the universe and saw a connection among all things. Traditional Chinese culture carried these principles for thousands of years—until this world was lost. Shen Yun invites us to visit … +

Circus Polka To celebrate the great composer at New York City Ballet’s famous Stravinsky Festival in 1972, Jerome Robbins concocted this enchanting pièce d’occasion for dozens of little girls in pink, green and blue who end up spelling out the appropriate initials: I.S. Back then Robbins himself was the ringmaster urging the children on and on. Guess whose initials we’ll be spelling … +

The South Florida Symphony welcomes the legendary Martha Graham Dance Company in a historic collaboration performing Copland’s Appalachian Spring, Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring and Tom Hormel’s world premiere Legend of Bird Mountain choreographed by Martha Graham choreographer Virginie Mecene. With Sebrina Alfonso (conductor
) Martha Graham Dance Company
; Janet Eilber (Artistic Director). The Program includes 
Copland / Appalachian Spring / Complete Ballet
 Martha … +

 Produced by Erika Moon, Burlesque Magnifique brings a fresh and fun entertainment experience.  This 90 minute production will feature both classic and neo burlesque, along with showgirls, comedy acts, special performances, and live music by the Miami Big Sound Combo! It’s a dynamite show that is sure to dazzle with its bright costumes, sizzling choreography, and talented performers, embodying the authentic cabaret … +

This timeless fairy tale of a princess cursed to sleep for 100 years, is considered one of Tchaikovsky’s greatest jewels. The State Ballet Theatre of Russia presents 50 of Russia’s brightest ballet stars to bring this enchanting and romantic tale of true love to glorious life. Founded by legendary dancer and former Prima Ballerina of The Bolshoi Theatre Ballet, Maya Plissetskaya, The … +

“Rhythmic Atlantic” celebrates the influence of the African drum and instruments on new world music, and in particular jazz, Spirituals, Soul, rock and roll, R&B, Salsa, Reggae, Calypso and retention of African dance in New World, both religious and secular rituals, popular and contemporary dance. The program will feature world premier choreography by Miami natives Jamar Roberts (ALVIN AILEY), Gentry Isaiah George … +

Multi-talented artist, esteemed choreographer, dancer, theater director and writer Bill T. Jones brings his company to the Arsht Center for the very first time. In addition to creating more than 140 works for his own company, Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane company, Mr. Jones has also received many commissions to construct masterpieces for modern and ballet companies including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, … +

Founded by legendary dancer and former Prima Ballerina of The Bolshoi Theater Ballet, Maya Plissetskaya, The State Ballet Theater of Russia, now under the direction of award-winning dancer and Moiseyev dance company soloist Nikolay Anokhin, presents one of the greatest classical ballets of all time. This full-scale production, set to the music of Tchaikovsky and based on Russian folklore and German legend, … +

The international Irish dance phenomenon is back by popular demand in Riverdance – The 20th Anniversary World Tour. Drawing on Irish traditions, the combined talents of the performers propel Irish dancing and music into the present day, capturing the imagination of audiences across all ages and cultures in an innovative and exciting blend of dance, music and song. Of all the performances to emerge from … +

Rhythmic Atlantic celebrates the influence of the African drum and instruments on new world music, and in particular jazz, Spirituals, Soul, rock and roll, R&B, Salsa, Reggae, Calypso and retention of African dance in New World, both religious and secular rituals, popular and contemporary dance. This program will feature world premier choreography by Miami natives Jamar Roberts (Alvin Ailey), Gentry Isaiah George (Zest … +

For many South Floridians, the holidays are not complete without enjoying a live performance of the most beautiful ballet of them all “The Nutcracker”. Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida is pleased to present their annual performance of Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece, choreographed by its Artistic Director Vladimir Issaev, and this year, the production celebrates its 20th anniversary This professional ballet company features already renowned … +