Saturday, March 15th

Since 1926, the Martha Graham Dance Company has been a leader in the evolving art form of modern dance. Today, the world’s oldest modern dance company is embracing a new programming vision that showcases masterpieces by Graham alongside newly commissioned works by contemporary artists.

Returning to Milwaukee for the first time in over 50 years, the Company is celebrating its 100th anniversary with an extensive series of programs and events exploring the diversity and depth of Graham’s extraordinary artistic legacy in GRAHAM100 – The First and The Future.

Saturday, August 2nd

Nō Studios is thrilled to bring Dance Fest back to Milwaukee in 2025. This all ages, family friendly event features a combined performance showcasing dance companies from across the country. This year, Ailey II  will headline the program. Participating company dance styles will range from salsa, contemporary, Irish step and African inspired to traditional ballet and street dance.

"We focus on year round civic engagement and ensuring that folks from our community are doing the work."

"There is something about the human face that transcends the physical features. That undefined "something" is what I explore." 

Thanks to those of you who participated in Dance Fest 2024! Special thanks to the Marcus Performing Arts Center, the Joyce Theater in New York and Water Street Dance Company's Morgan Williams for your partnership.

"1972 was very much about young people the way it is now."   -John Ridley