Wednesday, June 16

Opening Night Reception
Wednesday, June 16, 5:30-8:00pm
Start the conference in sophisticated style on the banks of the Potomac River at the exquisite House of Sweden. Built in 2006, it is the home of the Embassy of Sweden and representatives of Swedish commerce, and contains stunning exhibition spaces and views that include lush parks and harbor promenades. The reception will be accented by site specific performances from DC artists Daniel Burkholder, Maida Withers, and Jane Franklin Dance.

	Dance/USA and the DC Host Committee thank The Washington Ballet for hosting the Opening Night Reception and the House of Sweden for donating the venue for the Reception.

Ballet Across America II
Wednesday, June 16, 7:30-9:00pm
The successful Ballet Across America returns to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, featuring Houston Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, The Suzanne Farrell Ballet, Ballet Arizona, Tulsa Ballet, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet, The Joffrey Ballet, and North Carolina Dance Theatre.
Specially-priced $25 tickets for the Wednesday, June 16 performance are no longer available. Conference attendees may still purchase $30 tickets for any performance by showing their badge at The Kennedy Center Box Office. Performances take place June 15, 16, 17, 18, & 19 at 7:30pm and June 19 & 20 at 1pm. For schedule and tickets, click here.


Post-Performance Party (after Ballet Across America II)
Wednesday, June 16, 9:00-11:00pm
An exclusive reception hosted by The Kennedy Center (on the box tier of the Opera House) immediately following the Ballet Across America II performance. Conference attendees and Ballet Across America II company artists will mix and mingle.

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Thursday, June 17

Morning Movement
Thursday, June 17, 7:30-8:15am taught by Adrienne Clancy
Start your morning on the right foot with a stretch/yoga class led by a professional teacher from the DC dance community.


First Timers Breakfast
Thursday, June 17, 7:45-9:00am
New to a Dance/USA Annual Conference?  We invite you to join Dance/USA’s Board of Trustees and Staff at the First Timers Breakfast. Meet fellow conference attendees and discover the unique opportunities a Dance/USA Conference has to offer.

Dance: Yes We Can!
The DC Host Committee Performance Showcase
Thursday, June 17, 8:00pm Free for all Conference attendees
Ten DC dance companies go head-to-head in this exciting showcase featuring local artists of a variety of styles and genres. The Lansburgh Theatre in downtown DC provides an exquisite venue for this not-to-miss performance.

Dance: Yes We Can Artists
Bowen McCauley Dance
CityDance Ensemble
Coyaba Dance Theatre
Dakshina/Daniel Phoenix Singh Dance
Gesel Mason Performance Projects
Janaki Rangarajan
Karen Reedy Dance
StepAfrika
The Washington Ballet
Urban Artistry

Breaking Down Borders: An Emerging Leaders Networking Event
Thursday, June 17, 10:00-12:00pm
Bar Louie, 701 7th St NW, Washington, DC
New to the field? Just launching your career? Then don't miss this opportunity to meet and greet emerging leaders from DC and across the nation. You'll also have the chance to "speed date" with established leaders from the field. Cap the evening over a martini with new friends at the fabulous Bar Louie...then dive into a tango lesson and dance party at 11pm. 

Late Night Movement
Thursday, June 17, 11:00pm-12:00am tango taught by Sharna Fabiano
Ready to let loose? Take an international style dance lesson, then the dance floor becomes yours for a late night party!

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Friday, June 18

Morning Movement
Friday, June 18, 7:30-8:15am taught by Lucy McCauley Bowen
Start your morning on the right foot with a stretch/yoga class led by a professional teacher from the DC dance community.

Honors Celebration Reception
Friday, June 18, 6:00-8:30pm

Dance/USA thanks DeWitt Stern Group for their generous sponsorship of the 2010 Honors Celebration.

Late Night Movement
Friday, June 18, 9:00pm-12:00am salsa taught by Barbara Bernstein and Tamara Henry
Ready to let loose? Take an international style dance lesson, then the dance floor becomes yours for a late night party!

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Saturday, June 19

Morning Movement
Saturday, June 19, 7:30-8:15am taught by Helen Rea
Start your morning on the right foot with a stretch/yoga class led by a professional teacher from the DC dance community.