Dance Tampa Bay

Ascend Dance
2025-08-02 09:00 - 2025-08-03 18:00 UTC | FL
ASCEND Adult Dance Experience

Two days of growth, community, and incredible classes tailored just for adult dancers 30 years old and above who love to dance. This event is brought to you by New Heights Dance Academy and co-sponsored by Hillsborough Community College Dance Department. Let’s move, connect, and ASCEND together. Register Early. Spots are filling up.

Full bios and more info at newheightsdancetampa.com/ascend

Dance Tampa Bay - Health Meet Up at the Florida Blue Center
2025-07-15 12:00 - 14:00 | Florida Blue Center, Westshore, 201 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, Florida, 33609
We are celebrating our new partnership with Florida Blue!!
Lunch and Health Meet Up

Would you like to meet other artists and share your story?
Would you like to experience beautiful and meaningful art and movement that heals the soul?
Do you need healthcare benefits?
Join us for a networking lunch, Art Wellness Dance Class with John Parks and healthcare information/education via our new partners, Florida Blue.
Lunch is included in this free event! Limited spaces available.
RSVP Below!!
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Rockin' the Bay
2025-07-06 12:00 - 15:30 | Nova 535, 535 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg, Florida, 33701, United Kingdom
Bay Rockerz Presents:
Rockin’ The Bay Vol 2 !
Date: July 6th
Location: Nova 535
535 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Doors: 12:00 PM
Prelims: 1:00 PM
3v3 Breaking – $1,500
1v1 All Style – $500
1v1 Youth Breaking – $250
DJ’s:
Fleg- Lionz of Zion

Arts and Mind: Village Convening Straz Arts and Health Series
2025-05-21 09:00 - 17:00 | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N Macinnes Pl, Tampa, 33602, United States
Synopsis
The Straz Center is pleased to present the Third Annual Arts and Mind Village Convening of 2025. In partnership with Johns Hopkins University’s International Arts + Mind Lab and as an extension of the virtual Arts & Mind Village Chat, this event will create an engaging environment where scientists, researchers, and members of our community discuss the impact and actualization of the arts and healing. Boxed lunches will be available in ham, turkey, and veggie wraps. Continental breakfast and refreshments will be available throughout the day.
Interested in attending? RSVP in the link below.
REGISTER HERE

Beat Ya Feet Intensive (Tampa Edition)
2025-05-10 15:00 - 19:00 | FL
Tampa dancers, get ready! Beat Ya Feet Intensive is coming!
Time & Location

May 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
The Dance Den , 9350 Bay Plaza Blvd #121, Tampa, FL 33619, USA

About the event

Prepare to be inspired and challenged by not one, but four incredible Beat Ya Feet master instructors. These seasoned dancers and choreographers will break down the fundamental techniques, intricate footwork, and infectious rhythms that define this unique style. They’ll guide you through:

Foundation Fundamentals: Master the core movements, steps, and grooves that form the foundation of Beat Ya Feet.

Stylized Footwork: Dive deep into the complex and captivating footwork patterns that make Beat Ya Feet so visually stunning.

Rhythm & Musicality: Develop your musicality and learn how to connect your movements to the infectious beats of the music.

Freestyle Flow: Unleash your creativity and learn to improvise and express yourself through Beat Ya Feet freestyle.

History & Culture: Gain a deeper understanding of the origins and cultural significance of Beat Ya Feet.

What to Expect:

Intensive Workshops: Multiple hours of instruction covering all aspects of Beat Ya Feet.

High-Energy Atmosphere: A fun, supportive, and energetic environment where you can learn and grow alongside fellow dancers.

All Levels Welcome: Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned dancer, this intensive is designed to cater to all skill levels.

Beat Ya Feet Intensive (Tampa Edition)
2025-05-10 15:00 - 19:00 | The Dance Den, 9350 Bay Plaza Blvd #121, Tampa, FL 33619
Tampa dancers, get ready!
Beat Ya Feet Intensive is coming!

Prepare to be inspired and challenged by not one, but four incredible Beat Ya Feet master instructors. These seasoned dancers and choreographers will break down the fundamental techniques, intricate footwork, and infectious rhythms that define this unique style. They’ll guide you through:

Foundation Fundamentals: Master the core movements, steps, and grooves that form the foundation of Beat Ya Feet.

Stylized Footwork: Dive deep into the complex and captivating footwork patterns that make Beat Ya Feet so visually stunning.

Rhythm & Musicality: Develop your musicality and learn how to connect your movements to the infectious beats of the music.

Freestyle Flow: Unleash your creativity and learn to improvise and express yourself through Beat Ya Feet freestyle.

History & Culture: Gain a deeper understanding of the origins and cultural significance of Beat Ya Feet.

Tampa City Ballet Party - "La Septima"
2025-05-02 19:00 - 22:00 | Tamp History Center, 801 Water Street, Tampa, 33602, United States
You’re Invited to an Extraordinary Evening
Step Back in Time at the Tampa History Museum

Date: Friday, May 3, 2025
Location: Tampa History Museum
VIP Reception: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cocktails • Hors d’oeuvres • Exclusive Preview
Dinner & Performance: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Dining • Live Entertainment • Roaring Twenties Spectacle
Attire: Black Tie or 1920’s Glamour Encouraged
(Think Gatsby-esque suits, flapper dresses, pearls, and fedoras!)
Mingle amid history, savor decadent cuisine, and dance the night away to jazz-age rhythms.
A Night of Elegance, Nostalgia, and Celebration Awaits!

"Through Their Eyes" Dance Concert at H.W. Blake High School
2025-05-02 18:00 - 21:00 | H.W. Blake Don Thompson Theater, 1701 N Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607
Experience the Vision: “Through Their Eyes” Dance Concert at H.W. Blake High School
🌸 An Evening of Movement, Storytelling, and Expression 🌸
Mark your calendars! On May 2nd, 2025 at 6:00 PM, the talented dancers of Howard W. Blake High School’s Department of Dance will take the stage to present their annual spring concert, Through Their Eyes. This powerful performance invites you to step into a world seen through the eyes of the students—told through movement, emotion, and artistry.
Hosted at the H.W. Blake Don Thompson Theater, this one-night-only showcase features original choreography created and performed by the students themselves. From contemporary to modern and beyond, each piece reflects the dancers’ personal perspectives and collective creativity.
🎟 Tickets are available now!Reserve your seat online at:https://hwblakedance.ludus.com/200476220
Come support the next generation of artists as they share their vision, their stories, and their hearts. Whether you’re a fan of dance, an alumni, a supporter of the arts, or a proud family member, Through Their Eyes promises to be an unforgettable night of beauty and inspiration.

Dance Rising Tampa Bay - Call to Artists - Grace Gravity Grit
2025-05-02 - 2025-05-28 | FL
Dance Rising Tampa Bay
Grace
Gravity
Grit
This an opportunity for local artists to present their dance films in a grassroots project. Four dance film compilations will be created from videos collected from four open calls to Hillsborough County artists. The purpose of this project is to increase awareness and appreciation of the dance arts, encourage the creation of dance films, expand the visibility of dance in our county, and feature local artists. Dance Rising will provide greater access to dance for our area by including free and open calls to artists sent to our eclectic dance community. Free film presentations will be shown in multiple accessible locations. The films will be presented at multiple sites throughout the county and available online.

This Call to Artists is for the third of the four dance films to be created. This film will showcase a series of recordings highlighting dancers performing site specific pieces in industrial environments like parking lots, sporting facilities, alleys, parking garages, and warehouses. Feel free to incorporate some of these locations in your own work.

Register Here!
Registration ends May 28, 2025

Momentous & Resilience: Spring 2025 BFA Dance Senior Showcase
2025-04-30 19:30 - 2025-05-01 21:00 | USF Theatre 1, USF Theatre 1, Tampa Campus 3839 USF Holly Drive Theatre I, Tampa, FL 33620
Wednesday, April 30 at 7:30 PM& Thursday, May 1 at 7:30 PM (respectively)USF Theatre 1, Tampa CampusJoin BFA in Dance Seniors as they share their Fall Senior Choreographic Projects. Each work represents the students’ choreographic vision. See the stunning, inventive work that these emerging dance artists have created.

Creative Edge Series - Cutting through the Noise - Valuable insights to unlock career success
2025-04-25 11:30 - 13:30 | FL
The Creative Edge series by HCC dance will help you Build the Edge you need! Each seminar has a different focus. Learn from expert panels, dynamic speakers and hands on workshops. Gain the tools and mindset to accelerate your career, wherever it takes you. Free and open to the public.

The Spring Dance Happening
2025-04-24 20:00 - 21:00 | FL
The Department of Theatre and Dance will end its performance season with the Spring Dance Happening. This annual event is sponsored by UTampa’s Dance Program to highlight the talents of our student performers. Under the direction of Assistant Professor of Dance Amanda Gabaldon, it is an evening filled with student choreographed and performed works that showcase a variety of dance styles and genres. It is one of the most anticipated and highly attended events of the year for our students and the Tampa Bay community.

Location
Falk Theatre

Type of Event
Dance

Open to Public
Yes

Price
Free

Contact Name
Susannah LeMarquand

Contact Email
slemarquand@ut.edu

Contact Phone Number
(813) 257-6322

12 Hours for Earth
2025-04-21 12:00 - 23:59 | Crowbar, 1812 N. 17th Street, Tampa, FL, United States
Celebrate Earth Day the Right Way with ArtisTREE Gardens!
🌍 Join Us for a Melodious Celebration 🌿
Immerse yourself in an enchanting day filled with music and sustainability. Local bands, musicians, and songwriters will serenade you as we elevate your dining experience with locally sourced delights.
🎶 Musical Magic: Enjoy live performances that harmonize with the spirit of the Earth, creating a perfect backdrop for the day’s festivities.
🥗 Local Flavors: Savor dishes made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients that honor the bounty of our planet. A true farm-to-table experience awaits you.
💚 Support Our Planet: A suggested donation of $30 will contribute to raising funds for vital local garden systems and eco-projects within the Tampa Bay area.
Celebrate Earth Day with us as we nurture our planet and community through the universal language of music and the joy of sustainable dining.

HCC Spring Dance Concert
2025-04-19 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-04-18 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-04-17 19:30 - 21:00 | FL
Celebrate the artistry and talent of the HCC Dance Ensemble at our Spring Dance Concert, featuring dynamic works by faculty and guest choreographers. This inspiring evening of movement and creativity will take place April 17–19 at 7:30 p.m.

Red Bull Dance Your Style South USA - Tampa
2025-04-19 19:00 - 23:00 | Armature Works, 1910 N Ola Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
Red Bull Dance Your Style South USA – Tampa

Red Bull Dance Your Style is an international mixed-style dance competition. The twist? The crowd decides who wins by voting for their favorite dancers. The 2024 season concluded with the Red Bull Dance Your Style World Final in Mumbai, where MT Pop took the title. The Red Bull Dance Your Style World Final 2025 will go down on October 11, 2025.

THE TRAGEDY OF HAMLET: PRINCE OF DENMARK
2025-04-19 14:00 - 17:00 | The Straz Center for teh Performing Arts- Ferguson Hall, 010 N MacInnes Pl, Tampa, FL, 33602, United States
Synopsis
Two of the most acclaimed creative forces in modern dance, producer Robert Lepage and choreographer Guillaume Côté, bring Shakespeare’s Hamlet to the dance stage. This timeless tale of revenge, treachery and madness will be told through movement, music and set design. Shakespeare with no dialogue? Shakespeare with no words?! Don’t miss this innovative retelling of this classic — The Tragedy of Hamlet: Prince of Denmark.

Dance Rising - The Power of Water
2025-03-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Ferman Center for the Arts, 214 N Blvd, Tampa, FL 33606, Tampa, Florida, United Kingdom
Dance Tampa Bay Presents “The Power of Water” at
Gasparilla International Film Festival, Ferman Center for the Arts, UT Campus
Tampa Bay, FL—Dance Tampa Bay and Mad Bear Productions are thrilled to announce the
world premiere of “The Power of Water,” a groundbreaking dance film starring an extraordinary
team of artists. This captivating experience will debut at the prestigious Gasparilla International
Film Festival on March 28, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. We can’t wait to share this exciting
moment with you.
“The Power of Water” features an original score by acclaimed composer Nick Ewing and the
soulful vocals of Fred Johnson, creating an immersive journey through the beauty and force of
water. The event promises an evening of artistic brilliance, beginning with a red-carpet reception
offering hors d’oeuvres and drinks.
Attendees will be treated to live performances by Tampa City Ballet, the dynamic Break the
Mould, and the exquisite ballroom duo Erica Holland and John Hart, setting the stage for a night
of unforgettable artistry.
The premiere will showcase two films that delve into the themes of Tampa Iconic locations, and
water’s transformative power and its vital role in our lives. Following the screenings, guests will
have the unique opportunity to engage in a Q&A session with the artists, offering insights into
the creative process behind this ambitious project. This interactive element promises to make
the event even more engaging and memorable.
“We are excited to present ‘The Power of Water’ at such a renowned festival,” said Shana
Corrada, Executive Director of Dance Tampa Bay. “This film is a testament to the collaborative
spirit of our artistic community and the universal language of dance and music.”
Tickets for the premiere are now available for purchase through the Gasparilla International Film
Festival’s official website. We encourage you to secure your tickets early to ensure you don’t
miss this chance to witness a confluence of talent and creativity that celebrates the essence of
water through dance.
For more information, press inquiries, or to schedule interviews, please contact:
Kimberly Jackson, Communications Chair, media@dancetampabay.net
and/or
Shana Corrada, Executive Director, Dance Tampa Bay, shana.corrada@dancetampabay.net
Join us for a night of inspiration and artistry at the Gasparilla International Film Festival and
experience the power of water like never before.

Creative Edge Series - Creative Pathways to Career Success
2025-03-28 12:00 - 13:00 | FL

room and letters
2025-03-27 19:00 - 2025-03-29 21:00 | The Studio@620, 620 1st Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33702, United States
A new dance theatre experience, in collaboration with St. Pete Arts Legend Bob Devin Jones, inspired by James Baldwin’s Giovanni Room. Room and Letters explores the themes of identity, societal expectations, escapism

Don Quixote
2025-03-22 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-03-21 19:30 - 21:30 | New Tampa Performing Arts Theatre, 550 Hunters Village Road Tampa, FL 33647
About Don Quixote

Based on Miguel Cervantes’ classical novel, “Don Quixote” transports the audience to the Spanish countryside, weaving a tale rich with romance and comedy.

Tampa City Ballet

Tampa City Ballet is a professional contemporary dance company with an innovative repertoire that focuses on and is invested in connecting communities. TCB serves the community by providing high-quality arts education to facilitate research and to create a community for dancers seeking professional experience. TCB aspires to lead Tampa in joining a global dance movement committed to
represent diversity; it provides a stage for emerging artists and involves the community in the creations of its works. In this light, the company is specifically invested in local Tampa history, and brings this unique perspective to life. The performances are emotionally moving with depth and communication. They are rich with artistry and historical content which in turn, educates and leaves audiences asking for more.

HCC Student Choreography Showcase
2025-03-14 19:30 - 20:30, 2025-03-13 19:30 - 20:30 | FL
Experience the creativity and artistry of HCC’s talented dance students at the Student Choreography Showcase! Featuring dynamic, concept-based dances ranging from 3 to 5 minutes, this event highlights the unique visions and ideas of emerging choreographers. Join us on March 13th and 14th at 7:30 p.m. in the HCC Dance Studio for an inspiring evening brought to you by the HCC Dance Department.

TENSEGRITY - USF Spring Dance Concert
2025-03-09 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-08 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-03-07 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-03-06 19:30 - 21:30 | USF Theatre 1, Tampa Campus, 3839 USF Holly Drive Theatre I, Tampa, FL, 33620
Tensegrity – Spring Dance Concert
Thursday March 6th through Saturday March 8th at 7:30pm
& Sunday March 9th at 3pm
USF Theatre 1, Tampa Campus
Featuring choreography from Jeanne Travers, Paula Nunez, Bliss Kohlmyer, John Parks, Sadie Lehmker, guest artist James Morrow and Brit Guest Artist Ben Hartley

Latin Dance Cardio Class
2025-03-08 11:30 - 13:00 | The Studio@620, 620 1st Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33702, United States
As presented at the 2023 USA Fit Fest, Latin Dance Cardio with Erica is a fun, high-energy, all levels class that combines the fundamentals of jazz, hip-hop, and popular Latin (i.e., Salsa, Cha-Cha, Samba, Rumba, etc.) dances along with traditional elements of strength-conditioning training. No experience & no partner is needed. This class is a great way to improve your rhythm & style, as well as learn new moves to be able to conquer any dance floor that you encounter.
