PERFORMANCE DETAILS

Monday, July 31, 7:30pm // The Amp

L.A. Dance Project

Based in Los Angeles with regular seasons internationally, L.A. Dance Project has garnered acclaim for its bold interdisciplinary collaborations in dance, music and visual art. For its 10th anniversary, L.A. Dance Project returns to Vail with a critically celebrated program by cutting edge dance makers of today: Quartet for 5 by Bobbi Jene Smith in collaboration with Or Schraiber, Elastic Ballet by Madeline Hollander, and Everyone Keeps Me by Pam Tanowitz.

Tuesday, August 1, 7:30pm // The Amp

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An annual celebration of dance at special prices! This year’s program includes Brazilian tap dancer Leonardo Sandoval, contemporary ballet troupe BalletX, ballroom stars Denys Drozdyuk and Antonina Skobina, and more.

Wednesday, August 2, 6:00pm // VPAC Music

From The Sole

Led by award-winning Brazilian dancer/ choreographer Leonardo Sandoval and bassist/composer Gregory Richardson, tap dance and live music come together in the acclaimed production I Didn’t Come to Stay which joyously celebrates tap’s Afro-diasporic roots and connections to Afro-Brazilian dance and music.

Thursday, August 3, 5:30pm // AVON

Dancing in the Park

Free and fun for the whole family, Dancing in the Park returns to Nottingham Park in Avon with a special evening featuring BalletX, DanceAspen, ballroom duo Denys Drozdyuk and Antonina Skobina among other Festival stars, along with an energetic and interactive performance by YouthPower365’s Celebrate the Beat Celebration Team.

Friday, August 4, 7:30pm & Saturday, August 5, 5:00pm & 8:00pm // The Amp

International Evenings of Dance I, II, & III

Showcasing a selection of today’s dance stars representing a wide range of styles and genres from ballet and modern to tap and street dance, these annual performances have become legendary in featuring new partnerships, debuts and daring collaborations by extraordinary artists from around the world.

Sunday, August 6, 6:00pm // VPAC

BalletX

BalletX returns with an evening of thrilling works new to Festival audiences! Programming for this headlining evening includes Caili Quan’s Love Letter, an ode to her native Guam, and Justin Peck’s adrenaline pumping Become a Mountain depicting the thrilling arc of a mountain climb.

Monday, August 7, 7:30pm // The Amp NOW: Premieres

Closing Night

The Festival’s lab-like environment is the ideal setting for new music and dance collaborations. Performed by an extraordinary lineup of Festival artists and the companies BalletX and DanceAspen, the 2023 NOW: Premieres performance will unveil new works created for the Festival by innovative choreographers of today including Kyle Abraham, Matthew Neenan, Justin Peck, Caili Quan, Jamar Roberts, Adji Cissoko, and Melissa Toogood.

*Programming subject to change.

Opening Night Reception, July 28, 6:30pm

Donors are invited to join us for a preperformance reception in the Borgen Family Patrons Plaza at The Amp for complimentary appetizers and libations. A benefit to Gold Dress Circle Donors and above. RSVP REQUIRED.

Tiny Dancer Tea Party, July 29, 10:00am

An event for the littlest dancers with the biggest dreams. Boys and girls ages 4–7 are invited to enjoy crown and tiara decorating, a dance session, meet-and greets with Festival dancers, snacks, and fun! TICKETED PUBLIC EVENT.

Sparkling Receptions, July 29 and August 1 & 7

Dancers and donors will mix and mingle over a glass of sparkling in the Borgen Family Patrons Plaza on July 29 and on The Amp Stage on August 1 & 7 after the performances listed in the calendar. A benefit to donors at all levels. Fan Club Donors are invited to one reception. RSVP REQUIRED.

En Pointe Party, July 30

Join us for a special post-performance celebration to show our appreciation for your support and dedication to the Vail Dance Festival. This exciting evening will include libations, dinner, and dancing at Larkspur Restaurant in Vail with some of your favorite Festival dancers. Valet parking will be available preperformance at Larkspur Restaurant. Gold Dress Circle Donors and above are invited to attend and will receive complimentary tickets (see page 2). Additional tickets maybe be purchased for $200 each. RSVP REQUIRED.