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The month in Philly dance: Top dance picks for the 2026 Philly Fringe
A mother snail, vampires, a ballet after-party, drumming brides, and lots more in this year’s fest
This year’s Philly Fringe features 77 shows that include some element of movement or dance. Dance critic Camille Bacon-Smith is here to help with her top picks.
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BalletX dancer Ashley Simpson finds challenge and acceptance in Philadelphia
“This is the only body you will ever have.”
Florida native Ashley Simpson danced in Chicago, New York, and Memphis before joining BalletX. She sits down with Melissa Strong to talk about her path and her unique experience in Philly.
Profiles
4 minute read
The Month in Philly Dance for August and September 2026
Philly dance on a summer road trip
It’s the time of year where the Philadelphia dance companies hit the road and perform in the outskirts of the city and all the way up the turnpike in New York City. Camille Bacon-Smith previews.
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BalletX presents Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s The Little Prince, adapted by Annabelle Lopez Ochoa
A royal return
A sumptuous Little Prince, adapted from the classic story by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry into a full-length ballet by Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, returns better than ever in BalletX’s 2026 Summer Series. Melissa Strong reviews.
Reviews
4 minute read
The Month in Philly Dance for July 2026
Saying goodbye and looking forward
A farewell performance from Sankofa SG, The Little Prince, and looking forward to next season. Camille Bacon-Smith previews.
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3 minute read
Anne-Marie Mulgrew and Dancers presents Sea of Memories
A major Philly modern dance troupe celebrates 40 years
Philly modern dance troupe Anne-Marie Mulgrew and Dancers celebrated its 40th anniversary with Sea of Memories, a program showcasing its innovative partnerships and thoughtful, whimsical style. Melissa Strong reviews.
Reviews
4 minute read
BalletX presents the fifth annual Festival at Highmark Mann
Reimagining the seasons
BalletX returns to Fairmount Park with a new work inspired by Antonio Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons. Camille Bacon-Smith previews.
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3 minute read
The Month in Philly Dance for June 2026
Dancing 9-5
Camille Bacon-Smith previews June dance events and performances, from BalletX, PHILADANCO!, Chocolate Ballerina Company, and more.
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4 minute read
PHILADANCO! and Martha Graham Dance Company present in case of fire, speak by Tommie-Waheed Evans
Talking about America, in dance
Martha Graham Dance Company and PHILADANCO! put Graham’s work in conversation with Philadelphia choreographer Tommie-Waheed Evans. Melissa Strong previews.
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3 minute read
Performance Garage presents Charles Askegard’s Live, Life, Love
Going beyond dancing
Charles Askegard brings a life in dance to his choreographic residency at the Performance Garage. Camille Bacon-Smith profiles.
Profiles
3 minute read