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Dance Complex The Dance Complex enables the creation, study, and performance of dance. We celebrate the wonder and curiosity of dance for all.
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We sustain artists, audiences, and community through programs that connect movement and ideas. The Dance Complex is a 25+ year old central hub of dance- locally, regionally, and nationally. Our building, an 1884 circa Odd Fellow’s Hall in the heart of Central Square, Cambridge, is home to a crossroads of diverse movers and dancers. We enable the creation, study, and performance of dance; We sustain artists, audiences, and the community through programs that connect movement and ideas; We celebrate the wonder and curiosity of dance for all. The Dance Complex is a unique arts center where professional, pre-professional, and recreational movers can find a variety of movement and dance classes, can access affordable studio space, and participate in programs to help strengthen their choreographic, performance, and production skills. We invite the community to join us for over 100 concerts a year in our theatre and studios. Those who dance, teach and create within our studios receive valued space in a supportive environment for affordable rental rates. Founded by members of the local dance community, The Dance Complex is sustained by a staff of artist/administrators, resident companies and artists, renowned teaching artists, a working board of directors and a corps of volunteer Work Study Program participants.

On Sunday, October 18 Shadia and Soumaya MaRose are bringing Raks Sharki AKA Bellydance to The Dance Complex!This class ...
10/11/2026

On Sunday, October 18 Shadia and Soumaya MaRose are bringing Raks Sharki AKA Bellydance to The Dance Complex!

This class offers instruction for dancers of all levels in traditional Middle Eastern and North African dance, movement, and musicality. To register for this workshop, email [email protected] or drop in to class day of!

Learn more about this workshop at www.dancecomplex.org/workshops

We're open this Indigenous People's Day! Do you have the day off? We hope you'll join us for a class or rent a studio an...
10/08/2026

We're open this Indigenous People's Day!

Do you have the day off? We hope you'll join us for a class or rent a studio and take some time to practice, reflect, and refresh.
Visit https://www.dancecomplex.org/ to see what's happening at the DC!

On Sunday, November 1st Janis Brenner is bringing “Inheritance: A Litany” to The Dance Complex!"Inheritance: A Litany" i...
10/07/2026

On Sunday, November 1st Janis Brenner is bringing “Inheritance: A Litany” to The Dance Complex!

"Inheritance: A Litany" is a deeply intimate, yet universal, personal narrative, dance-opera-play, and comic drama. Inspired by Ms. Brenner's late parents, the 51-minute work is a journey into the myriad of ways Ms. Brenner “became” her parents. The autobiographical one-woman show reveals aspects of a family’s story, as well as the nature of how we become who we are.

Jains Brenner is the winner of the "Best Production” Award, United Solo Theatre Festival, NYC.

To learn more about this upcoming performance, or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inheritance-a-litany-by-janis-brenner-tickets-2002834462793

Join us for BDA’s 10th annual Dancer Health Day on Sunday, October 25 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm! This event is FREE for our ...
10/06/2026

Join us for BDA’s 10th annual Dancer Health Day on Sunday, October 25 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm! This event is FREE for our members!

Sign up for 30 minute individual wellness checks led by Lauren Elson, MD, of the Mass General Brigham department of Dance and Performing Arts Medicine, and enjoy presentations once an hour on dance-specific topics designed to provide quick information about dancer health and movement.

To learn more or register for your 30 minute wellness check visit https://bostondancealliance.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F59927
Spots are limited and we encourage early registration.

Allison Talis is bringing a new Slow Somatic Soul Dance Workshop to The Dance Complex on October 12th, November 23, and ...
10/02/2026

Allison Talis is bringing a new Slow Somatic Soul Dance Workshop to The Dance Complex on October 12th, November 23, and December 21 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm!

Through mindful, intuitive dance and deep relaxation techniques, you will soothe your nervous system, release stored tension, and ground your awareness in the present moment. A meditative fluid dance, this practice is a sanctuary for your mind and body to recalibrate, rest, and return to the zero space. This class is open to dancers of all levels.

To register for this workshop and learn more, visit the link in our bio or www.dancecomplex.org/workshops

Join us for our next Friday Night Lights event, Flamenco: Fiesta por bulerías with Nino de los Reyes on Friday, 10/16 at...
09/29/2026

Join us for our next Friday Night Lights event, Flamenco: Fiesta por bulerías with Nino de los Reyes on Friday, 10/16 at 6:30pm!

A joyful and engaging Flamenco class and dance party open to all levels, from complete beginners to experienced dancers!

We will explore Bulerías through its most expressive and spontaneous side, the way Flamenco artists come together to share, connect, and celebrate through music and movement. We will work with the codes and language of Bulerías, discovering its rhythm, energy, and spirit in a welcoming and playful environment.

Everyone is welcome, come join the fiesta!
To learn more about this upcoming performance, or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2002157940296

Dorothy Anderson brings Mindful Modern to The Dance Complex at 10:30am - 12:00pm on Tuesdays from October 6 to November ...
09/25/2026

Dorothy Anderson brings Mindful Modern to The Dance Complex at 10:30am - 12:00pm on Tuesdays from October 6 to November 10!

Beginning with mind/body connection and moving into a modern technique warm up, this class draws on the foundation of Graham technique and other traditional modern dance pioneers. The class will focus on spirals, connection to the core, long leans, oppositional pull, playing with weight, swings, and movement dynamics to fulfill and develop movement vocabulary.

Learn more about this workshop series through the link in our bio or at www.dancecomplex.org/workshops

Janelle Gilchrist Dance Troupe is bringing a 2 day ballet class and choreography workshop to The Dance Complex! On Octob...
09/23/2026

Janelle Gilchrist Dance Troupe is bringing a 2 day ballet class and choreography workshop to The Dance Complex!

On October 3rd and 4th join Janelle Gilchrist and Spencer Keith for two days of ballet class, choreography workshops, and an opportunity to share works in progress. This workshop is designed for intermediate to advanced dancers interested in combining the discipline and structure of classical technique with the freedom, joy, and storytelling of contemporary movement.

2:00pm - 3:30pm Ballet Class
3:30pm - 5:00pm Choreography & Repertoire Workshops
Works in progress showing at the end of class

View the full schedule and pricing options through the link in our bio or at www.dancecomplex.org/workshops

09/23/2026

Highlights from Fall into Dance, our season opener event celebrating the 2026-27 greater Boston dance season and kicking off The Dance Complex’s 35th year!✨🎉

Thank you everyone for joining us, from orgs and artists, to administrators and dance enthusiasts!

Featuring presentations by Jean Appolon Expressions Vivo Performing Arts infinity♾️dance collective Global Arts Live Center for Arts at the Armory Anna Myer Janelle Gilchrist Dance Troupe Multicultural Arts Center Boston Ballet Boston Bollywood Dance Company The Click

A performance and dance lesson by Anjali Nath khelna_kathak

Presented in collaboration with Boston Dance Alliance ArtsBoston

And fantastic videography by Camayah Visuals

Address

536 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA
02139

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 10pm
Tuesday 10am - 10pm
Wednesday 10am - 10pm
Thursday 10am - 10pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+16175479363

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