Image description: This promotional poster celebrates District Choreographer Dance Festival. Against a black background, the words “District Choreographers Dance Festival” appear repeatedly. From top to bottom, a white to gray gradient is seen on the words. A performer in a bold blue costume is seen facing front, in a dynamic pose with their right hand stretched in an upward diagonal. The DCDF logo is in the bottom right corner.
DC Dance Festival
April 17-19, 2026
Our milestone 45th Season continues with the return of the DC (District Choreographers) Dance Festival! Join us as we spotlight the incredible talent of our local arts community, featuring powerful new works from:
Miss Grace David // Double Jump Fellow
Amber Lucia Chabus // Double Jump Fellow
Mark Caserta // (ft. George Mason University Students & Local Recent Grads)
Jada Hawkins // Howard University Student
Tabata Vara // Local Artist Residency Artist
Annika Dodrill // Local Artist Residency Artist
DCDF Schedule
FRIDAY MIXER
Hosted by our Double Jump Fellow, Miss Grace David and Amber Chabus, come connect with the DMV dance community!
WEEKEND CLASSES
Don’t miss two opportunities to learn from Amber Lucia Chabus and Artistic Director Tariq O’Meally!
Saturday, April 18 at 12-1:30 PM
Sunday, April 19 at 12-1:30 PM
WEEKEND PERFORMANCES
There are two chances to see the outstanding work of these DMV-based choreographers and casts.
Saturday, April 18 at 4 PM
Sunday, April 19 at 4 PM
Thank you to our 2025-2026 Season Supporters!
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