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The NACHMO DC Sampler Showcase presents a selection of world premieres by local choreographers who have created a new work during the NACHMO January Challenge.

Spirits whisper warnings, a haunted family, and a world between life and death collide in a dance opera of aerial silks, foreboding whispers, and kinesthetic precision.

What lies beneath the glitter. The allure is only the beginning.

A visceral dance reimagining of A Raisin in the Sun, exploring Black dreams, survival, and identity through contemporary movement and theatrical storytelling.

Time Machine is a family performance honoring Black American freestyle dance, rhythm, and legacy through storytelling, movement, and the shared journey across generations.

galax movement duo invites you to an evening of dance and film featuring other members of the DMV dance community! For one night only, experience the different relationships of humanity through movement and art.

Reflections revisits 20 years of powerful performances while exploring today’s pressing social issues through movement, memory, and the enduring resilience of our communities.

Rhythm Refix blends intricate footwork, contemporary music, and cinematic storytelling. It reimagines tap as a vibrant art form, celebrating Black cultural heritage with innovative choreography.

Blends traditional Chinese melodies with jazz harmonies and improvisation, creating a fresh fusion that honors tradition while exploring new musical paths.

Chandini Darby, Kyoko Fujimoto and Umami Playground Dance Inc.- Three choreographers will present a dynamic triple bill exploring how cities and cultures shape identity, inspired by DC, NYC, and Tokyo.

A vibrant dance journey honoring the freedom of childhood joy—remembering when it was safe, boundless, and shared, and calling for its return in today’s world.

A multidisciplinary performance using movement, voice, and sound to explore Black hair’s cultural, emotional, celebrating identity, challenging bias, and honoring history, resilience, and self-love.

Children of immigrants lead “We Are Somebody’s Ancestors,” a dance showcase exploring inheritance and the ways we harness our own stories. Choreography by Lauren DeVera, Ishanathan Guteng, Tim Huynh, Tulani Janae, and Anushka Raje.

"Keeping Time" is a captivating tap dance exploration of the intricate relationship between rhythm, music, and the journey of life.

Experience Flamenco's vibrant fusion of cultures, celebrated through music, song, and dance in a dynamic, multifaceted performance honoring its rich evolution.

Through breathtaking aerial artistry, ETHEReality presents inspiring stories about the courage it takes to be different enough to transcend a world that demands sameness.

Original contemporary works weaving identity, resilience, and community textured movement from intimate solos to ensemble surges.