Events
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Events
“The Word in Motion: Practices for Action” with Maurya Kerr and Christian Burns
the training ground sf
Christian + Maurya are interested in investigating a grammar of both embodied and lingual language in an effort to help workshop participants gain clearer and more objective improvisatory and creation tools. That said, to reference the poet Denise Levertov, accuracy is the gateway to mystery; so while we seek clarity, it is in the service […]
Kathak Summer Program, 2026
Noorani Dance
Join us on the dance floor this summer! Noorani Dance has multiple programs for all ages & levels: 4 Week Session Level: Beginning Children (Age 8+), Teens & Adults Wednesdays, June 10-July 1, 6-7pm 4 Week Session Level: Int & Adv Children (Age 8+), Teens & Adults Wednesdays, June 10-July 1, 7-8:30pm Kathak Youth Summer […]
Body is Nature: Movement & Vitality through the Tamalpa Life/Art Process with Joy Cosculluela
Diana Lara
A movement and expressive arts series inspired by nature, imagination, and embodied creativity. Through movement, drawing/writing, and group exploration, participants reconnect with vitality, expression, and the natural world. Website: wayfindingperformance.com, performancelabsf.weebly.com This class is provided by as part of Somatic Explorations by Migrant Women. We are a collective of migrant women and Registered Somatic Movement Educators offering […]
Heels Tricks Intensive with James Jared
VellStudioSF
This intensive is designed for intermediate and advanced dancers who want to explore tricks, floorwork, and inversions while building strength, control, and confidence in heels. Program includes three 2-hour classes and a final day for filming class, group, and solo videos. Additional heels technique and choreography workshops are also occurring in July!
Bhangra Fundamentals Dance Class
Vina Verman
This class focuses on the FUN in fundamentals! Designed for all levels, all ages—no prior experience needed—you’ll build confidence in the basic footwork, arm movements, and body rhythms that make up Bhangra. More than just a dance class, this is a welcoming, judgment-free space to try something new, immerse yourself in Punjabi culture, and connect […]
“The Word in Motion: Practices for Action” with Maurya Kerr and Christian Burns
the training ground sf
Christian + Maurya are interested in investigating a grammar of both embodied and lingual language in an effort to help workshop participants gain clearer and more objective improvisatory and creation tools. That said, to reference the poet Denise Levertov, accuracy is the gateway to mystery; so while we seek clarity, it is in the service […]
Morning African Dance class with Alseny
Alseny Soumah
Start your morning right with West African dance class movement . featuring live drumming. Master Choreographer and Dancer Alseny Soumah facilitates an invigorating warm up with spirited movement. All levels welcome.
Kathak Summer Program, 2026
Noorani Dance
Join us on the dance floor this summer! Noorani Dance has multiple programs for all ages & levels: 4 Week Session Level: Beginning Children (Age 8+), Teens & Adults Wednesdays, June 10-July 1, 6-7pm 4 Week Session Level: Int & Adv Children (Age 8+), Teens & Adults Wednesdays, June 10-July 1, 7-8:30pm Kathak Youth Summer […]
Heels Tricks Intensive with James Jared
VellStudioSF
This intensive is designed for intermediate and advanced dancers who want to explore tricks, floorwork, and inversions while building strength, control, and confidence in heels. Program includes three 2-hour classes and a final day for filming class, group, and solo videos. Additional heels technique and choreography workshops are also occurring in July!
“The Word in Motion: Practices for Action” with Maurya Kerr and Christian Burns
the training ground sf
Christian + Maurya are interested in investigating a grammar of both embodied and lingual language in an effort to help workshop participants gain clearer and more objective improvisatory and creation tools. That said, to reference the poet Denise Levertov, accuracy is the gateway to mystery; so while we seek clarity, it is in the service […]
Kathak Summer Program, 2026
Noorani Dance
Join us on the dance floor this summer! Noorani Dance has multiple programs for all ages & levels: 4 Week Session Level: Beginning Children (Age 8+), Teens & Adults Wednesdays, June 10-July 1, 6-7pm 4 Week Session Level: Int & Adv Children (Age 8+), Teens & Adults Wednesdays, June 10-July 1, 7-8:30pm Kathak Youth Summer […]
FREE Rhythm & Motion Fusion classes Wednesdays at Yerba Buena Gardens
Rhythm and Motion Dance Program
Rhythm & Motion dance workout classes are open to all students of all levels and abilities. Taught by experienced dancers and performing artists, the class features a broad range of movement styles with choreography inspired by popular music from around the globe. Balancing the challenge of learning choreography and movement techniques with the dance-floor euphoria […]
Queer Pop! Jazz Funk Dance Class Series
Fresh Meat Productions
During this jazz funk class, the focus is on feeling your fantasy, baby. Jazz Funk is an industry-style dance form that pulls from many movement styles including hip-hop, jazz, heels, commercial dance, and contemporary performance. This class is all about feeling hot in your body, whether that’s soft, sharp, sultry, silly, powerful, or all of […]
“The Word in Motion: Practices for Action” with Maurya Kerr and Christian Burns
the training ground sf
Christian + Maurya are interested in investigating a grammar of both embodied and lingual language in an effort to help workshop participants gain clearer and more objective improvisatory and creation tools. That said, to reference the poet Denise Levertov, accuracy is the gateway to mystery; so while we seek clarity, it is in the service […]
Kathak Summer Program, 2026
Noorani Dance
Join us on the dance floor this summer! Noorani Dance has multiple programs for all ages & levels: 4 Week Session Level: Beginning Children (Age 8+), Teens & Adults Wednesdays, June 10-July 1, 6-7pm 4 Week Session Level: Int & Adv Children (Age 8+), Teens & Adults Wednesdays, June 10-July 1, 7-8:30pm Kathak Youth Summer […]
World Premiere of “In a Memory Palace” ~ Immigration, Aging & Displacement ~ Theater, Dance, Story Circles & Community Art
Theatre of Yugen
“In a Memory Palace” will premiere in San Francisco with a distinguished local and international cast of actors, musicians, set design team, and renowned Japanese mask maker. This timely production explores the fragile nature of memory. Is it Vienna pre-Hitler, or San Francisco today? The multi-dimensional performance weaves together elements of dance, live music, and […]
“The Word in Motion: Practices for Action” with Maurya Kerr and Christian Burns
the training ground sf
Christian + Maurya are interested in investigating a grammar of both embodied and lingual language in an effort to help workshop participants gain clearer and more objective improvisatory and creation tools. That said, to reference the poet Denise Levertov, accuracy is the gateway to mystery; so while we seek clarity, it is in the service […]
Kathak Summer Program, 2026
Noorani Dance
Join us on the dance floor this summer! Noorani Dance has multiple programs for all ages & levels: 4 Week Session Level: Beginning Children (Age 8+), Teens & Adults Wednesdays, June 10-July 1, 6-7pm 4 Week Session Level: Int & Adv Children (Age 8+), Teens & Adults Wednesdays, June 10-July 1, 7-8:30pm Kathak Youth Summer […]
Detour Company Class
Detour
Join Detour company member Hadassah Perry for a two-hour company class. Class begins with a dynamic warm-up before moving into guided improvisation and phrase material that weaves between standing and floorwork. Drawing from company repertory, participants will investigate musicality, theatricality, and ensemble awareness rooted in the company's creative practice. The workshop concludes with movement games […]
What carries; a dance piece on collective grief
Dena Holper
What carries is a site-specific piece exploring threads of collective memory, history, and grief--how we carry them, what it takes to do so, and how we can move them through us to affect change. Fri-Sat | July 31-Aug 1 | 7pm conceptualized and choreographed by Dena Holper made in collaboration with dancers Natalie Junio-Thompson and […]
Patrick Makuakāne & Nā Lei Hulu i ka Wēkiu present: EA
Na Lei Hulu I Ka Wekiu
An extraordinary evening of live Hawaiian music featuring Kaumakaiwa Kanakaʻole & Shawn Kekoa Pimental and hula by Nā Lei Hulu i ka Wēkiu. Kaumakaiwa Kanakaʻole is a riveting performer creating some of the most original work to emerge in contemporary Hawaiian music and a five-time Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner — Hawaiʻi's equivalent of the […]
World Premiere of “In a Memory Palace” ~ Immigration, Aging & Displacement ~ Theater, Dance, Story Circles & Community Art
Theatre of Yugen
“In a Memory Palace” will premiere in San Francisco with a distinguished local and international cast of actors, musicians, set design team, and renowned Japanese mask maker. This timely production explores the fragile nature of memory. Is it Vienna pre-Hitler, or San Francisco today? The multi-dimensional performance weaves together elements of dance, live music, and […]
Salsa On 1 6-Week Intro Series with Diana Aburto-Vega
ODC School
Learn Salsa on 1 with Diana-Arbuto Vega, focusing on timing, including front/back. side, and rotational basics, with tips on posture and small steps. Build confidence for social dancing and strengthen your foundations, whether you're a beginner ot refresing your skills. Fridays July 3rd- August 7th Class: 7:30-8:30 pm Social hour: 8:30-9:30 pm (free snack and […]
Enlivening the Dance Standards
Luna Dance & Creativity
Gain a deeper understanding of the California and National Dance Standards and learn to engage with them in ways that support your authentic teaching goals and values. Participants will discover how to design and implement developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, accessible, standards-aligned dance curricula for pre-K, TK, and K-12 students, centering creativity and student agency. Connect […]
Bachata 4 Week Workshop Series in San Mateo!
Motion Arts Center
Want to feel confident dancing Bachata—fast? Come join us in our Bachata 4 Week Workshop Progressive Series with our wonderful teachers Tristan & Rhazel, this series is split into two levels so you can grow at the right pace and get the most out of your training. Level 1 Beginner: 1pm-2:30pm | Build strong foundations […]
