Compañía Irene Rodríguez is a revered voice in the emerging contemporary Cuban dance scene, known for a particular vision of flamenco that is both Spanish and Cuban. Rodríguez, praised as “intense” and “exacting” by The New York Times, created her company in 2012 that has since “succeeded in positioning itself among the best of the … Continued
Compagnie CNDC-Angers/Robert Swinston makes its Jacob’s Pillow debut with work by one of the greatest artistic innovators of the 20th century as part of the worldwide Merce Cunningham Centennial celebration. The company is led by current director of the National Center for Contemporary Dance in Angers, France, Robert Swinston, a longtime dancer with the Merce … Continued
Each year, FirstWorks curates a spectacle for PVDFest that creates indelible memories! Born from a dream of dancing on a flying wall, Quadro is a stage suspended high in the air from a construction crane. Direct from Italy, eVenti Verticali bring their stunning blend of theatre, circus acrobatics, dance, music, comedy and new media on … Continued
Join the professional dancers and choreographers of Providence Ballet Theatre, along with the Providence Ballet Theatre Jr. Company, as they demonstrate their wide range of techniques and experiences through contemporary ballet and modern dance. Providence Ballet Theatre will present dynamic original works, filled with fun, lighthearted movement. Providence Ballet Theatre is dedicated to cultivating, developing … Continued
Circus Dynamics is Providence’s local circus and fire entertainment company. Circus dancers will parade the city with glowing LED wings, hoops, poi, staff, and juggling props and fire dancers will perform mesmerizing skills and daring stunts in choreographed routines. For the fifth year, Mayor Jorge O. Elorza, the City of Providence’s Department of Art, Culture+ … Continued
Dance For Art, Inc. (DFA) is a 501c3 non-profit with a mission to provide performance opportunities for young dancers and cultivate community through the arts. DFA awards financial scholarships to students to perform around the world, furthering dance education, and supporting children of military families. Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio has been a staple of dance … Continued
Fierce footwork and female force take PVDFest by storm! This all-female tap squad sensation has amassed over 50 million views worldwide since their video tap salute to megastar Beyonce went viral in 2014. Founded by Cherry Arnold, the Ladies won the first dance crew battle on So You Think You Can Dance, performed on Good … Continued
Established in 1976, the Beledi Dance Company performs belly dance, cabaret and folkloric dances of the Middle East to appreciative audiences of all ages throughout the Greater Rhode Island area. During her accomplished 40 year career, Artistic Director and Founder Kanina has been greatly influenced by the Arabic, Turkish and Armenian traditions. Most recently she … Continued
Jump! Dance Company is performing original choreography by Holly Taylor in collaboration with young Jump dancers. JUMP! mentors and trains local young artists in creating, developing and performing original choreography. Through a collaboration between student and professional artists, Jump fosters constructive and innovative self-expression while providing unparalleled training in the choreographic arts. Jump choreographic work … Continued
Eunice is a belly dancer based in Providence who regularly performs at different local restaurants and events in areas including Boston, MA and Connecticut. She has been practicing the art of Belly Dance for 18 years. Eunice has studied under well-known dancers of the belly dance community and continues to strive to learn more. She … Continued