Rashaun Mitchell + Silas Riener: Open Machine

Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston
April 24, 2026
8:00 pm
April 25, 2026
8:00 pm

Choreographers Rashaun Mitchell and Silas Riener return to the ICA with their newest experiment, Open Machine. Exploring the relationship between human and machine intelligence, Mitchell and Riener enact a constantly shifting, multi-sensory performance that blurs the boundaries between public and private perceptions. Featuring a sweeping sound score by vocal artist Charmaine Lee and electronic musician … Continued

Dancers pose in the Boston Public Garden

Dance Theatre Group’s Visions

Boston University Dance Theatre Group
April 24, 2026
8:00 pm
April 25, 2026
3:30 pm
April 25, 2026
8:00 pm

Boston University’s Dance Theatre Group is pleased to present VISIONS 2026, a Spring Dance Concert. This production showcases a wide variety of original works by student choreographers and will take place in Boston University’s Dance Theatre. The pieces range from traditional to experimental, thematic to abstract, and lighthearted to contemplative. Highlighting the talent and creativity … Continued

April 25, 2026
7:00 pm - 2:00 am

Kick off your night with good energy and zero stress! Whether you’re a beginner or just looking for a fun night out, Boogie Night is all about enjoying the music, learning a little, and dancing your heart out 💃🕺 Schedule: * 7:00 PM – Semba Class: Easy, fun, and beginner-friendly! Learn the basics and get … Continued

A young man, who's named Roberto in this production, is wearing a hat, a white shirt, a green handkerchief around his neck and khaki pants while smiling and posing in a rumba dancing position. In the image are also transparent images of his students dancing and playing instruments (or performing).

Un Sueño Habanero

JAE Dance Center
April 25, 2026
5:30 pm
April 25, 2026
8:30 pm
May 6, 2026
8:30 pm

An Immersive Theatre Show with Live Music & Dance! With guidance from Anara Frank and the support of MetaMovements Artist Collective members, Javier Jeffer’s work in the Greater Boston community is culminating in a powerful, immersive theatre production. Un Sueño Habanero is a multidisciplinary experience blending live music, dance, and storytelling—inviting audiences to dance, sing, … Continued

April 25, 2026
7:00 pm
April 26, 2026
6:00 pm

Holding Space: for Then and Now is a contemporary dance production that explores the relationship between our past and current selves. This collaborative showcase brings together two choreographic voices whose shared artistic values prioritize the power of safe, supportive creative communities. The performance is structured as a dialogue between two landscapes: Then and Now. Together, … Continued

April 27, 2026
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Facilitated by Alexander Davis, this drop-in workshop is for anyone interested in building a sustainable solo dancing practice. Through guided scores, attention practices, and pleasure-focused improvisation, participants will explore what holds their interest, and what they actually want to spend time doing as movers. The class offers tools for working alone in the studio (or … Continued

April 30, 2026
8:00 pm
May 1, 2026
8:00 pm
May 2, 2026
2:00 pm

USE BDA’S DISCOUNT: Use code DANCER50 for 50% off (instructions below) Beauty, grace, strength: these are the hallmarks of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. For more than six decades, the magnificent Ailey dancers have inspired us, touched our hearts, and invited us to joyously clap along with them as they take their curtain calls in the … Continued

April 30, 2026
12:00 pm
May 1, 2026
12:00 pm
May 2, 2026
12:00 pm

Welcome to the Harvard Arts Festival! From April 30 to May 3, Harvard’s campus transforms into a four-day celebration of the arts, bursting with creativity from Harvard students, staff, alums and faculty. Wander through iconic indoor and outdoor spaces as you catch more than 100 performances, exhibitions and hands-on arts experiences. New this year: dance … Continued

April 30, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

OFA Dance Program’s Spring 2026 Artist-in-Residence Stiggity Stackz will share excerpts of his work-in-progress titled “Crossfader.” Crossfader invites viewers into the world of freestyle dance in an accessible, engaging way, highlighting both its cultural roots and its innovative potential on stage. This informal showing includes a Q&A discussion facilitated by Dr. Marius Kothor, Assistant Professor … Continued

May 1, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

A social dance party with the joy of flamenco at its core, welcoming everyone to join in community – no flamenco dance experience required. Experience Flamenco with Laura Sánchez is a part of the Friday Night Lights series presented by The Dance Complex. These programs take place in Studio 7, a fully accessible ground floor … Continued