Dance is alive and thriving in Memphis, moving through the city with rhythm, purpose, and soul. As part of our city’s vibrant and diverse arts scene, dance holds a powerful place—one that connects communities, tells stories, and celebrates cultural expression. In a new wave of collaboration, Memphis’ performing arts community has come together to form a united front in support of dance. This collective effort brings organizations, artists, and venues together to amplify the impact of dance in our city. We’re proud to partner with this collaborative to uplift their work and share the incredible upcoming performances that continue to shape Memphis as a hub for creativity, movement, and artistic innovation.
Upcoming Events
- Ballet Memphis: Angels in the Architecture (April 25-27)
- Ballet Memphis presents a stunning double-bill featuring George Balanchine’s joyful “Donizetti Variations” and Mark Godden’s “Angels in the Architecture,” exploring themes of God, man, and woman through contemporary ballet set to Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring
- Collage Dance: Annual Jazz Gala Fundraiser (April 27)
- Join Collage Dance for their 15th Anniversary Jazz Gala Fundraiser, featuring remarkable performances by acclaimed musical artists and rising stars from the Collage Dance Conservatory. Enjoy gourmet brunch, handcrafted cocktails, and inspiring conversations
- GPAC Youth Symphony Program Spring Concert: Just Dance (May 4)
- The GPAC Youth Symphony Program presents “Just Dance,” featuring the Mozart String Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Mendelssohn String Orchestra, Chamber Strings, and the Youth Symphony Orchestra in collaboration with Ballet Memphis
- Youth Ballet Memphis: Wizard of Oz (May 9)
- Youth Ballet Memphis presents the student premiere of “The Wizard of Oz,” celebrating four unlikely heroes working together to thwart the sinister plans of the Wicked Witch and send Dorothy safely home to Kansas
- New Ballet Ensemble: Swan Lake (May 17-18)
- Fall in love with ballet’s most romantic classic, “Swan Lake,” featuring Tchaikovsky’s iconic score performed live by the New Ballet Orchestra. This streamlined production captures the magic of ballet’s most romantic love story
