Dance Place is proud to partner with Griot Sylvia Soumah and Carla Creative in supporting Coyaba’s Village Celebration, which will take place from June 2–7, 2025 at both Dance Place and Joe’s Movement Emporium in Mount Rainier, MD.

Duplexity is an exploration of the duality between queer joy and loneliness and how they truly are two sides of the same coin. Told through intimate vignettes of the dancers on stage these themes will be investigated and explored, through movement, spoken word, light and sound. This work is supported by the Dance Place Co-Presentation Series.

Heart Stück Bernie’s newest creation, Wolver Maroon is a feminine howl at the blood moon. From intimate solo reflections to a vibrant ensemble of 30, the performance delves into themes of caretaking, loss, and the exquisite intensity of existence. Featuring visionary art direction by Ben Furgal and electrifying music by Dan Deacon, the stage comes alive with unexpected props and surprises, including a first aid kit for existential questions that holds us all accountable for day on the other side of night. This presentation is supported by the Carla Fund for Choreography and Performance, established by the Howard and Geraldine Polinger Family Foundation.

Metro Cabaret Club July 25 at 7pmGet ready to ride the rhythm. Dance Place AFTER DARK debuts with Backseat Boogie – A 90s Live Burlesque Ride, a one-night-only theatrical experience blending the seductive […]

Photo by David Dowling Energizers Creative Arts Summer Camp Aug 7 & Aug 8 at 7pmThe Energizers Creative Arts Summer Camp is a 6-week all day summer program on the […]

Photo courtest of Ananya Dance Theater 2025-2026 Season Home is Coming: Inspiration, Connection, and Action In a world where belonging feels increasingly elusive, Dance Place invites you to rediscover what […]

Get ready to show your Dance Place pride like never before! Spirit Week is our ultimate homecoming celebration—five days of themed fun, community connection, and non-stop movement that kicks off our 45th season in style.
The week emphasizes connection through themed participation, local organization partnerships, ongoing installations like a community timeline and altar-building, plus family-friendly activities including scavenger hunts and elder storytelling circles.
Spirit Week blends Dance Place's signature programming with festival-style energy, creating multiple ways for both longtime community members and newcomers to engage with the space and each other. The format encourages daily participation while building toward a culminating celebration that showcases the full breadth of Dance Place's artistic community.

Reorient the Orient offers a unique blend of performance, art installation, and social commentary. Choreographer Lionel Popkin draws on 30 years of dance to explore the representation of South Asian artists in contemporary art. Wander through lobbies and backstage areas to discover dancers, videos, archival materials, sculptures, and surprising elements like neon yellow balls and an elephant headpiece. Audiences are invited to create their own experience, choosing what to see and where to be within Popkin's thought-provoking world.

Reorient the Orient is the recipient of a National Performance Network (NPN) commission with REDCAT in Los Angeles as the lead commissioner and Dance Place in DC as a co-commissioner. Additional funds come from the UCLA Council on Research, The UCLA Chancellor's Arts Initiative, the National Performance Network's Storytelling and Documentation Fund, and the Mellon Foundation.

Family Spooky Disco is a celebration of dance, costumes, and families. This intergenerational dance party is for both the young and the young at heart. This event will feature a live DJ, snacks, and party games. Get your costume and come get spooky with us!

Dance Place is proud to debut AFTER DARK, a new series of late-night gatherings that offer a relaxed and social atmosphere. Housed in more intimate settings, this series invites you to experience informal performances, music, and opportunities to connect deeper with artists and fellow community members.