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SUMMARY:Black By Popular Demand: Dayton Contemporary Dance Company’s Black History Concert
DESCRIPTION:Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC) presents Black By Popular Demand—four powerhouse works that capture the heart of African American culture through movement. From the gospel celebration of In My Father’s House to the civil rights reflection of Martyr’s Road\, from the ancestral rhythms of WAWA ABA to the intimate connections of Call(ing)\, this concert delivers the emotional range and artistic excellence audiences return for again and again. \nPerformance Details\nDates: SAT\, FEB 28\, 7:30 PM    |    SUN\, MAR 1\, 4:00 PM \nVenue: Victoria Theatre\, Downtown Dayton\nTickets: www.daytonlive.org/black-by-popular-demand  | (937) 228-3630  | Dayton Live Box Office \nTicket levels:  \n\nA Level: $96\nB Level: $84\nC Level: $59\nD Level: $44\nE Level: $30\nDiscounts available for seniors\, students\, and educators upon request at the Dayton Live box office\, by phone or online. \n\nGroup discounts are available to parties of 10 or more. Contact lyndsey@dcdc.org to get more details.  \nMORE INFO BELOW \nBlack By Popular Demand celebrates Black life\, love\, and liberation through dance that reflects on history\, speaks to the present\, and carries forward a legacy born during the Civil Rights movement. Part of the Dancing in Our Light season\, this concert invites audiences to witness artistry that resonates in the chest\, connects generations\, and reminds us why live performance changes everything. There’s something here for everyone—moments of joy\, reflection\, resilience\, and triumph that leave the theatre buzzing. \n\nIn My Father’s House by Chief Executive & Artistic Director Debbie Blunden-Diggs’ transforms the Victoria Theatre into a sanctuary with Kirk Franklin’s unforgettable gospel sound. \nKevin Ward’s Martyr’s Road honors the unending march for justice through one family’s story. \nStafford C. Berry Jr.’s WAWA ABA pulses with neo-traditional African dance and communal energy. \nQarrianne Blayr’s  Call(ing) reminds audiences to answer the call—from loved ones\, from purpose\, from community.\n\nThese are the works that make audiences lean forward in their seats\, tap their feet to the beat\, and feel their spirits stirred.
URL:https://dayton937.com/event/black-by-popular-demand-dayton-contemporary-dance-companys-black-history-concert/2026-03-01
LOCATION:Victoria Theatre\, Dayton\, OH\, 45402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballet,black history month,Culture Works Passport Event,Downtown Dayton Event,Faith / Spirtuality,Gospel,Kids / Family,Live Theater,Nonprofits & Grants
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SUMMARY:Dayton Contra / Barn Dance
DESCRIPTION:Picture long lines of smiling dancers\, live fiddles and guitars\, and simple steps anyone can learn — that’s a contra dance! Come join the fun\, meet new people\, or just relax and enjoy the music from great bands and callers. \nNo experience needed\, no partner required\, and all ages are welcome! \nThe lesson begins at 7\, the dance starts at 7:30\, at the Michael Solomon Pavilion. \nAdmission is ten dollars for adults\, seven for students\, and children twelve and under get in free! Find all the details at daytoncontra.org \n  \nTonight we have Trillium from Athens and Yellow Springs. https://www.trilliumcontradanceband.com/ \nThe caller is Darlene Underwood who calls often in the mid west. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1554125099165049
URL:https://dayton937.com/event/dayton-contra-barn-dance-2
LOCATION:Michael Solomon Dance Pavilion\, 2917 Berkley Ave\, Kettering\, OH\, 45409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Kids / Family,LGBTQ,Local Independent
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SUMMARY:Try Irish Dance! Family Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Kick off St Patrick’s Day and join us for a dance at this fun\, FREE workshop for all ages and fitness levels. Learn group dances\, basic footwork and a few words of Irish Gaelic! Held by Dayton Metro Libraries in partnership with the Celtic Academy of Irish Dance.
URL:https://dayton937.com/event/try-irish-dance-family-workshop
LOCATION:Dayton Metro Library\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Active Living,Arts & Theater,Holidays,Kids / Family,St Patrick's Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Celtic Academy of Irish Dance":MAILTO:mary@celticacademy.com
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