Shape // matter Movement Showcase

06/08/2026

Applications are open for this summer's shape // matter performances!!

Present your dance work in Ann Arbor, on Thursday and Friday, August 27 & 28!

Now in its 7th year, shape // matter includes two outdoor performances that highlight local dance from around the region. The events are set within a public park atmosphere at twilight. It's really magical.

05/12/2026

Save the date for this year's performances: Thursday and Friday, August 27 & 28!

08/25/2025

Another year in the books — a solid show, great audiences, and perfect weather!

To shape // matter sponsors — the City of Ann Arbor Parks and Rec, Ann Arbor Chiropractic Wellness Center, First Presbyterian Church, and all those who contributed cash & venmo at the events: Thank you for supporting public performance and dance!

08/20/2025

Thrilled to have you in the show!

• We are so excited to be guest performing again at next week! Come see us perform August 21st and 22nd, 8pm at Liberty Plaza! Free show! We can’t wait to see you all there! •

08/17/2025

Performing for this week:

08/15/2025

Many performers and groups featured. Come out to this free event next Thursday and Friday!

05/09/2025

Announcing shape // matter 2025 dates:
August 21 & 22

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08/25/2024

Still riding the joy from two very beautiful, engaging performances in downtown Ann Arbor. I am thrilled so many people came to shape // matter 2024 - over 100 on Friday alone. Happy to share some photos I grabbed.

Keep your eyes peeled for next year, same general timing in August.

08/22/2024

Setting up for a show…

08/21/2024

Spotlight on Suttle Dance, who has performed in every shape // matter showcase concert -- so this year marks #5!

Suttle Dance, founded in metro Detroit in 2013 by Sylvia Suttle-Bruce, strives to share their love for dance, creation and pushing boundaries. The company presents annual concerts to sold out audiences, offers chances for emerging choreographers to create new works on the company, and they have also been featured in concerts with Koresh (Philadelphia), Eisenhower Dance, and Kristi Faulkner Dance, among others. They will perform on September 7 at the DIA's Rivera Gallery as part of the 2024 Detroit Dance City Festival.