Letter from the Director

Dear Friends,

The past two years have not been easy, and launching our first season in three years with half of the staff being new was a big undertaking, but what an incredible summer of dance! Our 2022 season featured 45 performances by 25 companies and artists, and the ADF School and Samuel H. Scripps Studios welcomed eager students of all ages and levels to in-person dance classes. We were so grateful to finally be able to bring choreographers, dancers, faculty, musicians, interns, production staff, and audiences back together to be inspired through so many incredible dance experiences. Our special thanks to all of our generous supporters for believing in us and the power of dance. And many thanks to everyone who came out to see live performance as it was meant to be seen ... among and in community with others! And finally, I cannot thank the staff enough for their tireless work and dedication.

With our 90th anniversary season on the horizon, we are excited to continue celebrating the rich history and the exciting future of the American Dance Festival with you.