In its 15th Anniversary Season, the Traverse City Dance Project returns with a vibrant six stop summer tour celebrating dance and live music, featuring seven professional dancers from across the country. Highlights include a new dance work by Jennifer Lott, with music composed by Charlie Millard and performed live by the Charlie Millard Band; NYC-based tap artist Madison Hilligoss; and a premiere by Artistic Director Brent Whitney, followed by a Q&A with the artists. Join us for this FREE performance, featuring a guest appearance by Fitch’s School of Dance and a free kids’ dance class at 3:00 PM before the show. Live music begins at 3:00 PM with the Charlie Millard Band, and the performance starts at 4:00 PM. Arrive early to secure a seat under the pavilion! We’re committed to accessibility—please let us know in advance if you need any accommodations.
Performance Sponsor: Kalkaska Downtown Development Authority
*This project is funded in part by Michigan Humanities, an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Michigan Arts and Culture Council.
Season Support: Kettering Family Foundation, Greenbrick Foundation Inc., Begonia Charitable Foundation, Rotary Charities of Traverse City, Michigan Arts and Culture Council, Dance Arts Academy, The Croft Residency, National Endowment for the Arts, Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation, Timothy & Sally Hanley, Nancy Hoagland, Courtney Kaiser-Sandler, and American Arts Relief Fund.
The MISSION of the Traverse City Dance Project is to produce and present professional dance in Northern Michigan, promoting collaboration among artists and actively engaging with the community. The Traverse City Dance Project is committed to expanding audience reach and ensuring inclusivity for all, recognizing the transformative power of the arts to unite, empower, and inspire communities.
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