Launched as a partnership between Mark Morris Dance Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group, this program offers internationally acclaimed dance classes for people with Parkinson’s Disease in more than 250 communities and 24 countries. 

Take a participatory class (sorry, no observers allowed) led by some of the most talented and creative artists in the world of dance.

Participants in this master class must be age 16 years or older.

Celebrating its 75th anniversary, New York City Ballet presents George Balanchine’s treasured Jewels amidst the grandeur of the Opera House. Witness Balanchine’s artistry at its peak from the world-renowned company he cofounded 75 years ago.

Members of New York City Ballet will lead older adults of any ability through a dance warm-up and movement combinations inspired by repertory in the current season.

Join us for free film screenings outdoors on the REACH Video Wall. Films start at sundown or around 8:30 p.m.

This week’s Extraordinary Cinema is curated in conjunction with the Kennedy Center’s upcoming engagement of 10,000 Dreams: A Celebration of Asian Choreography. This week’s film screening presents a series of short films—some dance films, others dance documentaries—all led, directed, choreographed, or featuring the stories of Asian creatives in dance.

A blossoming initiative to recognize and elevate Asian creatives working in ballet will grace Kennedy Center stages as a weeklong festival! Curated by the Kennedy Center and Phil Chan, 10,000 Dreams: A Celebration of Asian Choreography shines the spotlight on Asian and Asian American choreographers.

This conversation will focus on the choreographic voice alongside the Asian experience in the ballet world, and how the panelists’ identities and life journeys have informed their choreographic processes. Panelists include Phil Chan, Edwaard Liang, Dana Tai Soon Burgess, and Georgina Pazcoguin, along with moderator Jane Raleigh.

Celebrating its 75th anniversary, New York City Ballet presents George Balanchine’s treasured Jewels amidst the grandeur of the Opera House. Witness Balanchine’s artistry at its peak from the world-renowned company he cofounded 75 years ago.

Members of New York City Ballet will lead older adults of any ability through a dance warm-up and movement combinations inspired by repertory in the current season.

A blossoming initiative to recognize and elevate Asian creatives working in ballet will grace Kennedy Center stages as a weeklong festival! Curated by the Kennedy Center and Phil Chan, 10,000 Dreams: A Celebration of Asian Choreography shines the spotlight on Asian and Asian American choreographers.

This conversation will focus on the choreographic voice alongside the Asian experience in the ballet world, and how the panelists’ identities and life journeys have informed their choreographic processes. Panelists include Phil Chan, Edwaard Liang, Dana Tai Soon Burgess, and Georgina Pazcoguin, along with moderator Jane Raleigh.

Join us for a continuation of the work that began during our 2022 Reframing the Narrative celebration recognizing Black contributions to classical ballet. This two-performance engagement features a newly commissioned ballet and excerpts of recently premiered works by Black choreographers.

Full of warmth and holiday cheer, George Balanchine’s beloved classic The Nutcracker returns in a whimsical production from Philadelphia Ballet (formerly Pennsylvania Ballet). Marvel at the magic of swirling snowflakes, dancing candy canes, and enchanted toys.

BalletX is Philadelphia’s premier contemporary ballet lauded for producing nearly 130 world premiere ballets by over 70 choreographers from around the world. The acclaimed company returns with works by Justin Peck, Takehiro Ueyama, Matthew Neenan, and more.

This year, Japan Society’s annual Kennedy Center presentation highlights traditional Japanese puppet theater through the National Theatre, which for the first time in nearly two decades returns to the U.S. See two quintessential masterpiece scenes from the Theatre’s repertoire.

Founded in 2001 by choreographer Shin Chang Ho, Laboratory Dance Project is famous for its highly physical, acrobatic choreography. The Korean ensemble blends martial arts, hip hop, and contemporary dance for stunningly unique creations that have brought critical acclaim.

For its annual Kennedy Center engagement, the beloved company presents Ailey classics and new works, including Ailey’s signature Revelations.

The Paul Taylor Dance Company makes a triumphant return to the Kennedy Center as the company commemorates 70 years of extraordinary dance, featuring a world premiere by Hope Boykin (Artistic Advisor for Dance Education at the Kennedy Center).

Celebrate 60 years of impeccable dance from this legendary, ever-changing dance company! Kennedy Center Honoree Twyla Tharp is a living legend—she created Twyla Tharp Dance in 1965 and is renowned for technically precise works that expand the boundaries of ballet and modern dance.

Akram Khan is one of the most innovative choreographers in the world, drawing on the Indian classical dance form kathak along with contemporary movement. In his new work GIGENIS, The generation of the Earth, Khan boldly stages Greek mythology, ancient legends, and even family memories.

Acosta Danza is one of the most exciting new dance companies today, touring the world with a vibrant combination of classical, contemporary, and Cuban dance. The company makes its Kennedy Center debut with five vibrant works, each by a different choreographer putting a twist on Cuban culture. 

Take a participatory class (sorry, no observers allowed) led by some of the most talented and creative artists in the world of dance.

Participants in this master class must be age 16 years or older.

Launched as a partnership between Mark Morris Dance Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group, this program offers internationally acclaimed dance classes for people with Parkinson’s Disease in more than 250 communities and 24 countries. 

Members of New York City Ballet will lead older adults of any ability through a dance warm-up and movement combinations inspired by repertory in the current season.

This conversation will focus on the choreographic voice alongside the Asian experience in the ballet world, and how the panelists’ identities and life journeys have informed their choreographic processes. Panelists include Phil Chan, Edwaard Liang, Dana Tai Soon Burgess, and Georgina Pazcoguin, along with moderator Jane Raleigh.

Find joy in the communities we create through dance! Join us for another exciting National Dance Day celebration with FREE classes, performances, and parties.