DCDC UNVEILS THREE WORLD PREMIERES AT FREE OPEN REHEARSAL FOR SEASON FINALE "FANTASTIC FORWARDS"

DCDC FREE OPEN REHEARSALS - Saturday, April 19, 2025, 1:30 p.m. (Doors open at 1 p.m.)

On Saturday, April 19, 2025, the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC) will pull back the curtain on its creative process, inviting the public to a free open rehearsal at its studios on 840 Germantown St., Dayton, Ohio. Starting at 1:30 p.m., with doors opening at 1 p.m., attendees will witness the final refinements of three world premiere works set to debut in DCDC’s season finale, Fantastic Forwards. This bold production explores the power of movement and the critical theme of mental health through contemporary dance.

The open rehearsal offers a unique opportunity to observe the artistry and technical precision behind DCDC’s groundbreaking choreography. Audiences will see professional dancers in action, shaping innovative pieces that address mental health with emotional depth and physical dynamism. Beyond the performance, the event includes a community conversation, fostering dialogue on this vital topic.

Founded in 1968 and deeply rooted in the African American experience, DCDC stands as one of the nation’s premier contemporary dance companies. Ranked among the top 20 African American arts and cultural organizations in the U.S., the company continues to push boundaries with its evocative and socially resonant work.

This behind-the-scenes event also provides a rare chance for photographers and videographers to capture DCDC’s creative process, showcasing the energy and artistry of dancers perfecting never-before-seen choreography. The open rehearsal promises an unforgettable look at how movement becomes meaning, just days before Fantastic Forwards takes the stage.

For more information, visit DCDC. Don’t miss this chance to experience the birth of three extraordinary world premieres.