Dance

Dance NOW! Kicks off its 26th season with an evening of dance under the autumn skies featuring a sneak preview of the season to come including excerpts of “Winter’s Breath” and other works in preparation for company’s Florida tour. The performance will also include a presentation from the Dance NOW! Youth Ensemble in partnership with Miami Arts Charter School.

The Sampler gathers Miami’s top companies for a season preview spanning ballet, contemporary, modern and flamenco. This year’s event honors Miami’s press with a 7:00pm pre-show reception recognizing editors, reporters and writers as arts leaders. The Sampler will award Artburst, Miamiartzine and WLRN radio for their commitment to arts journalism in South Florida. See performances from Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida, Ballet Flamenco La Rosa, Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami, Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami, Dance NOW! Miami and New World Dance Ensemble.

We are excited to open up our studios to the general public to give you a sneak peak of what we are working on in the studio before each of our productions! Our in-studio encounters will take place on select dates throughout the season at 11:30am during our dancers regular rehearsal time. During these open rehearsals you will get to see the rehearsal process first-hand, watching our dancers up close and from a different perspective. You will have the opportunity to meet our dancers and ask some questions about their experiences or life in-general, whilst enjoying some light refreshments! We hope this unique experience will give you the chance to learn more about our dancers and their backgrounds, gain an understanding of what the day-to-day life of a professional ballet dancer looks like and strengthen the relationship between our performers and our patrons.

This high-octane program celebrates the magnetic style of Tony Award-winning choreographer Justin Peck—where ballet meets pop, pattern, and pulse. In Year of the Rabbit sweeping ensembles create a kaleidoscope of movement, set to Sufjan Stevens’ electrifying score. Chutes and Ladders, a playful duet created for MCB, reveals the music’s inner rhythms through crisp, inventive choreography. And Heatscape—Peck’s love letter to Miami’s Wynwood District—bursts with color, speed, and the heat of a flirtatious chase, set against a bold backdrop by artist Shepard Fairey. Stylish, kinetic, and unmistakably Miami—this program moves.

Folkuria 2025 – Gala of Folklore In celebration of World Folklore Day, Folkuria brings together culture, tradition, and unity in one unforgettable event. Join us for the Gala of Folklore on August 23 at 4:00 p.m. at the Manuel Artime Theater, featuring folkloric groups from different countries, special guest artists, and authentic cultural performances. We are honored to welcome the President of CIOFF USA – UNESCO’s official partner for the safeguarding of intangible cultural heritage – as a special guest. More than a show, Folkuria is a tribute to global heritage and the power of folklore to unite us all. Don’t miss this vibrant celebration!

A free outdoor performance showcasing young talent raised in our own city of Miami.

30th International Ballet Festival of Miami, considered the most important ballet festival in the US. Featuring worldwide prestigious ballet companies represented by their greatest stars from; Brazil, Colombia, England, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Slovenia, Uruguay, USA "Critiscim and Culture of Ballet" Lifetime Achievement Award is presented during this Gala to outstanding worldwide renowned dance reviewers and their brilliant careers

30th International Ballet Festival of Miami, considered the most important ballet festival in the US. Featuring worldwide prestigious ballet companies represented by their greatest stars from; Brazil, Colombia, England, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Slovenia, Uruguay, USA "A Life for Dance" Lifetime Achievement Award is presented during this Gala to outstanding worldwide renowned Ballet Dancers, Choreographers & Directors, honoring their legacy and brilliant careers.

An innovative dance program showcasing national and international guest Modern and Contemporary dance companies. Presenting an exciting and eclectic mix of dance styles and music.

Meet the stars of tomorrow! The festival will invite young ballet medalists of national and international ballet competitions for a special performance. This is In collaboration with Miami International Ballet Competition, Universal Ballet Competition (USA), Concurso de Danza Mercosur & Latinoamerica Danza (Argentina), Danza Activa (Panama) and World Dance Award (Italy).