Celebrate the season with a festive, Halloween-inspired class designed for adult dancers at an intermediate level. Expect fun music, creative choreography, and a spirited atmosphere! Costumes encouraged.

Stop being a wallflower and start moving to the music!  

This is a class for anyone, especially those who think they have two left feet. With Larissa Humiston, founder of the nonprofit Emotions Dance Company, as your guide to getting into the groove, you’ll gain confidence for any social setting, from holiday parties to weddings.  

Learn to “find the beat,” understand some basic dance moves, and, most importantly, HAVE FUN! 

This program is presented by Emotions Dance Company and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.    

FREE

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Continue exploring advanced contemporary work with powerful combinations, floorwork, and expressive choreography.

Dive into dynamic movement and artistry in this advanced-level contemporary class, perfect for experienced dancers looking to push their technique and expression.

Expression Through Movement

11 September 2025 at 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm ET

Center for Health & Wellbeing2005 Mizell Avenue, Winter Park, Florida, 32792, USA

Description

Join us for "Expression Through Movement," a transformative workshop led by Larissa Humiston, a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, and founder of the nonprofit Emotions Dance Company. 

This unique experience invites you to explore the deep connection between body, mind, and emotion in a supportive and nurturing environment. Through guided movement exercises, you’ll have the opportunity to express yourself authentically, release built-up tension, and cultivate emotional wellbeing. 

No dance or movement experience is required -- just an open heart and a willingness to connect. 

Program note: come dressed to move freely and easily and please bring your own water bottle. Chairs will also be provided for those who feel more comfortable sitting.  

This program is presented by Emotions Dance Company and is hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.    

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The Shift – Choreographers Showcase
August 23 at 7:30pm & August 24, 2025 at 5pm | ME Theatre, Orlando, FL (1300 La Quinta Dr., Orlando, FL)

Join us for The Shift, a dynamic choreographers showcase spotlighting new works by professional choreographers and dance companies from across Central Florida. This annual event celebrates innovative movement and diverse artistic voices, offering audiences a fresh perspective on contemporary dance in the region.

VIP- First 3 rows- $35

General Admission- $25

The 2025 lineup features original work from:

• Emotions Dance

• Nicole Moran

• Ellexis Hatch

• SGP Movement Dance Company

• Aric Barrow / Amusing Spaces

• Andreas Lewis / D&A Danceworks

• Jacquelyn Cheffer

• Men’s Dance Orlando

• Edgez Dance

Don’t miss this powerful evening of creativity and connection through dance.

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The Shift – Choreographers Showcase
August 23 at 7:30pm & August 24, 2025 at 5pm | ME Theatre, Orlando, FL (1300 La Quinta Dr., Orlando, FL)

Join us for The Shift, a dynamic choreographers showcase spotlighting new works by professional choreographers and dance companies from across Central Florida. This annual event celebrates innovative movement and diverse artistic voices, offering audiences a fresh perspective on contemporary dance in the region.

VIP- First 3 rows- $35

General Admission- $25

The 2025 lineup features original work from:

• Emotions Dance

• Nicole Moran

• Ellexis Hatch

• SGP Movement Dance Company

• Aric Barrow / Amusing Spaces

• Andreas Lewis / D&A Danceworks

• Jacquelyn Cheffer

• Men’s Dance Orlando

• Edgez Dance

Don’t miss this powerful evening of creativity and connection through dance.

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Intermediate/Advanced Lyrical
Date: June 24
Time: 8:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: Vixen Talent Dance Academy, 604 W Evergreen Ct, Longwood, FL 32750

This lyrical class blends technical skill with emotional expression for a dynamic dance experience. Designed for intermediate to advanced dancers ready to connect deeply with movement.
Cost: $18.
Pre-register online to guarantee your spot in class.

Beginner Adult – Let’s Dance
Date: June 15
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Vixen Talent Dance Academy, 604 W Evergreen Ct, Longwood, FL 32750

New to dance or just want to have fun moving? This beginner-friendly class offers a relaxed and welcoming space to explore rhythm, movement, and confidence.
Cost: $20.
Reserve your spot in advance on our website—walk-ins welcome if space allows.

Advanced Contemporary Class
Date: June 12
Time: 8:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: Vixen Talent Dance Academy, 604 W Evergreen Ct, Longwood, FL 32750

Join us for an advanced contemporary class that explores musicality, expression, and athletic movement. Strengthen your technique and artistry in a focused, creative environment.
Cost: $18.
Pre-registration is recommended. Sign up now on our website.

Advanced Across the Floor Technique
Date: June 3
Time: 8:00 – 9:00 PM
Location: Vixen Talent Dance Academy, 604 W Evergreen Ct, Longwood, FL 32750

Refine your movement, transitions, and control in this advanced across-the-floor technique class. Perfect for experienced dancers looking to elevate their skills.
Cost: $18.
Spots are limited—pre-register now on our website to secure your place.

Dive deep into artistry, musicality, and grounded movement in our Advanced Contemporary class.

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Push your technique to the next level!
This class focuses on traveling combinations, turns, leaps, and precision.

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Emotions Dance is seeking passionate, technically trained dancers (ages 18+) to join our professional contemporary dance company. We are looking for individuals who are eager to take artistic risks and grow as performers.

Audition Details:

• Dancers will participate in a ballet barre warm-up, across-the-floor progressions (turns and jumps), and a contemporary dance combination.

• Please bring a professional resume and headshot.

• 6 and 12 month contracts available

• Paid opportunities available.

Available Positions:

• 3 Male Dancers

• 3 Female Dancers

• Apprentice Positions

Company Commitments:

• Company class: Tuesday & Thursday evenings

• Rehearsals: Thursday evenings & Sunday mornings

Join us and be part of a dynamic company dedicated to artistic excellence and meaningful storytelling through movement.

Saturday, April 26th at 7:30 PM

ME Theatre — 1300 La Quinta Drive Orlando, FL 32809

Join us for the 9th Annual, iDance Orlando Festival!

The iDance Orlando Festival brings together the local community of dancers, choreographers, performers, educators, and students in a cooperative manner, allowing them to perform new works while inspiring and educating the public through dance. The festival creates an environment for students and artists to cultivate their talent and artistry to their fullest potential, all while strengthening public appreciation and support for dance.

Join the following companies for this year's festival:

3rd Space Dance, Ballroom Knights, Crawford Jazz Project, Emergence Dance, Emotions Dance Inc., Flava Dance Academy, ME Dance Company (Dance Theatre of Orlando), ME Dance School, and RPD Dance Company!

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Your ticket purchase supports ME Dance, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. ME Dance's mission is to bring innovative works to Central Florida, creating growth in the arts community. ME Dance sponsors the iDance Orlando Festival, the Orlando Tap Festival, Dance Theatre of Orlando, and more arts opportunities! This is made possible thanks to YOU!

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Adult Advanced Contemporary Combo with Artistic Director, Larissa (NEW CLASS!)
📅 Thursday, March 27 | ⏰ 8:30-9:30 PM
📍 University Performing Arts Center – 160 Alexandria Boulevard, Oviedo, FL 32765

Join Artistic Director Larissa for a high-level contemporary dance experience! This advanced class will focus on expressive movement, dynamic transitions, and storytelling through dance. Dancers will explore a challenging and unique combo designed to push their technique and artistry. Ideal for experienced dancers looking for inspiration and growth in a creative and supportive space.

💰 All classes are $16, and pre-registration is required. Don’t miss out on these incredible opportunities to train with top instructors!

Adult Intermediate Hip Hop with Sam
📅 Wednesday, March 20 | ⏰ 8:00-9:00 PM
📍 Harwood Watson Dance Studios

Get ready to groove and bring your energy to this fun and engaging hip hop class! Sam will guide dancers through dynamic choreography while emphasizing musicality, style, and confidence. Perfect for those with some dance experience who want to challenge themselves and explore new movement. Expect a great workout and an even greater time!

Adult Intermediate Ballet with Delaney
📅 Monday, March 18 | ⏰ 8:00-9:00 PM
📍 Harwood Watson Dance Studios

This class is perfect for dancers with prior ballet experience looking to refine their technique and artistry. Led by Delaney, the class will focus on proper alignment, strength, and fluidity through a structured ballet barre and center work. Whether you're looking to improve your technique or simply enjoy dancing in a supportive environment, this class will leave you feeling strong and accomplished.

Join us for Adult Dance Classes designed for all levels – from absolute beginners to advanced dancers! Whether you're looking to improve your skills or just have fun and move your body, we’ve got a class for you.

📍 Location: Harwood Watson Dance Studios – 1015 Orlando Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

🗓️ Schedule: Classes held weekly – check our website for specific days and times.

🔔 Important:

• Early registration is required! Registration closes at 5 PM on the day of class.

• Classes may be canceled if minimum enrollment isn’t met, so secure your spot early!

Click here to register

Join us for Adult Dance Classes designed for all levels – from absolute beginners to advanced dancers! Whether you're looking to improve your skills or just have fun and move your body, we’ve got a class for you.

📍 Location: Harwood Watson Dance Studios – 1015 Orlando Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

🗓️ Schedule: Classes held weekly – check our website for specific days and times.

🔔 Important:

• Early registration is required! Registration closes at 5 PM on the day of class.

• Classes may be canceled if minimum enrollment isn’t met, so secure your spot early!

Click here to register

Join us for Adult Dance Classes designed for all levels – from absolute beginners to advanced dancers! Whether you're looking to improve your skills or just have fun and move your body, we’ve got a class for you.

📍 Location: Harwood Watson Dance Studios – 1015 Orlando Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

🗓️ Schedule: Classes held weekly – check our website for specific days and times.

🔔 Important:

• Early registration is required! Registration closes at 5 PM on the day of class.

• Classes may be canceled if minimum enrollment isn’t met, so secure your spot early!

Click here to register

4th Saturday of the Month

College Park Art Gallery

$20

Step into the world of Art on the Edge: 7 Deadly Sins, a groundbreaking and immersive art series at College Park Gallery. Each month, we delve into one of the seven deadly sins—Pride, Greed, Gluttony, Lust, Envy, Wrath, and Sloth—through a captivating blend of dance, live art, body painting, spoken word, and more.

Event Highlights:

• Dance Performances: Witness dynamic and expressive dance pieces that interpret each sin with creativity and emotion.

• Live Art: Enjoy live art installations and performances that bring each sin to life in real-time.

• Body Painting: Experience the artistry of body painting, transforming human canvases into embodiments of the sins.

• Spoken Word: Listen to powerful spoken word performances that explore the themes and narratives of each sin.

• Interactive Exhibits: Engage with interactive art exhibits that invite you to reflect on the nature of each sin.

Monthly Themes:

• September 28, 2024- Pride

  October 26, 2024- Wrath

  November 23, 2024 -Greed

  Jan 25, 2025- Sloth

  Feb 22, 2025- Lust

  March 22, 2025- Gluttony

  April 26,  2025- Envy

  May 24, 2025- All 7 sins

Saturday November 16 at 7:30p

Sunday November 17 at 5:00 PM

ME Theatre- 1300 La Quinta Dr #3, Orlando, FL 32809

Join us for an extraordinary night as Emotions Dance brings Icons to the stage, a stunning showcase of contemporary, ballet, and jazz dance inspired by legendary music artists. Get ready to be mesmerized by performances set to the timeless hits of David Bowie, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Taylor Swift, and many more. This unforgettable event celebrates the fusion of dance and music, paying tribute to the icons who have shaped our musical landscape. Don’t miss this captivating journey through some of the greatest hits of all time!

Saturday November 16 at 7:30p

Sunday November 17 at 5:00 PM

ME Theatre- 1300 La Quinta Dr #3, Orlando, FL 32809

Join us for an extraordinary night as Emotions Dance brings Icons to the stage, a stunning showcase of contemporary, ballet, and jazz dance inspired by legendary music artists. Get ready to be mesmerized by performances set to the timeless hits of David Bowie, The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Taylor Swift, and many more. This unforgettable event celebrates the fusion of dance and music, paying tribute to the icons who have shaped our musical landscape. Don’t miss this captivating journey through some of the greatest hits of all time!

4th Saturday of the Month

College Park Art Gallery

$20

Step into the world of Art on the Edge: 7 Deadly Sins, a groundbreaking and immersive art series at College Park Gallery. Each month, we delve into one of the seven deadly sins—Pride, Greed, Gluttony, Lust, Envy, Wrath, and Sloth—through a captivating blend of dance, live art, body painting, spoken word, and more.

Event Highlights:

• Dance Performances: Witness dynamic and expressive dance pieces that interpret each sin with creativity and emotion.

• Live Art: Enjoy live art installations and performances that bring each sin to life in real-time.

• Body Painting: Experience the artistry of body painting, transforming human canvases into embodiments of the sins.

• Spoken Word: Listen to powerful spoken word performances that explore the themes and narratives of each sin.

• Interactive Exhibits: Engage with interactive art exhibits that invite you to reflect on the nature of each sin.

Monthly Themes:

• September 28, 2024- Pride

  October 26, 2024- Wrath

  November 23, 2024 -Greed

  Jan 25, 2025- Sloth

  Feb 22, 2025- Lust

  March 22, 2025- Gluttony

  April 26,  2025- Envy

  May 24, 2025- All 7 sins

4th Saturday of the Month

College Park Art Gallery

$20

Step into the world of Art on the Edge: 7 Deadly Sins, a groundbreaking and immersive art series at College Park Gallery. Each month, we delve into one of the seven deadly sins—Pride, Greed, Gluttony, Lust, Envy, Wrath, and Sloth—through a captivating blend of dance, live art, body painting, spoken word, and more.

Event Highlights:

• Dance Performances: Witness dynamic and expressive dance pieces that interpret each sin with creativity and emotion.

• Live Art: Enjoy live art installations and performances that bring each sin to life in real-time.

• Body Painting: Experience the artistry of body painting, transforming human canvases into embodiments of the sins.

• Spoken Word: Listen to powerful spoken word performances that explore the themes and narratives of each sin.

• Interactive Exhibits: Engage with interactive art exhibits that invite you to reflect on the nature of each sin.

Monthly Themes:

• September 28, 2024- Pride

  October 26, 2024- Wrath

  November 23, 2024 -Greed

  Jan 25, 2025- Sloth

  Feb 22, 2025- Lust

  March 22, 2025- Gluttony

  April 26,  2025- Envy

  May 24, 2025- All 7 sins

On September 21, 2024, National Dance Day Orlando is thrilled to again honor this free nationwide celebration of educational dance classes for all ages and levels of ability!

Since its inception, National Dance Day Orlando has grown tremendously; now offering multiple campus locations, free classes in a variety of dance and movement disciplines, showcases of Central Florida's professional dance companies, and an overall coming together of the community to celebrate each other and the art and spirit of dance.

This is also the first year we are very excited to announce an additional free Evening Dance Showcase featured at Studio K. Please visit the Showcase Page for full details and plan to join us for this extra special event!

Spaces are limited for all classes so please register at each official campus location through the “Classes” Tab in the Menu above.

We truly can’t wait to see you again this year for another exceptional celebration of National Dance Day throughout the city of Orlando!

Friday August 24 at 7:30 pm & Saturday August 25 at 5:00pm

ME Theatre- 1300 La Quinta Dr #3, Orlando, FL 32809

Join us on August 24 & 25, 2024, at the ME Theatre for an unforgettable evening of dance brilliance! The Shift brings together the area's finest choreographers and dancers to showcase exceptional talent in ballet, jazz, and contemporary styles. Witness the creative prowess and artistic vision of our region's best as they push the boundaries of dance and deliver breathtaking performances. Whether you're a dance enthusiast or simply looking for an inspiring night out, The Shift promises to captivate and entertain. Don't miss this celebration of movement, music, and artistry!

Choreographers include: Emotions Dance, Duo Air Alchemy, SGP Movement, and works by Jordan Raybon, Ellexis Hatch, Jacquelyn Cheffer and Megan Witte

General Admission- $25

VIP- $30

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Friday August 24 at 730p & Saturday August 25 at 5:00pm

ME Theatre- 1300 La Quinta Dr #3, Orlando, FL 32809

Join us on August 24 & 25, 2024, at the ME Theatre for an unforgettable evening of dance brilliance! The Shift brings together the area's finest choreographers and dancers to showcase exceptional talent in ballet, jazz, and contemporary styles. Witness the creative prowess and artistic vision of our region's best as they push the boundaries of dance and deliver breathtaking performances. Whether you're a dance enthusiast or simply looking for an inspiring night out, The Shift promises to captivate and entertain. Don't miss this celebration of movement, music, and artistry!

Choreographers include: Emotions Dance, Duo Air Alchemy, SGP Movement, and works by Jordan Raybon, Ellexis Hatch, Jacquelyn Cheffer and Megan Witte

General Admission- $25

VIP- $30

Get tickets here