Danceworks, Inc.

Danceworks, Inc. The mission of Danceworks, Inc. is to enhance joy, health and creativity through dance. We believe that all people benefit from dance and other arts activities.
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Founded in 1992, the mission of Danceworks, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit, is to enhance the joy, health and creativity of the community through performances, classes and outreach activities that integrate dance and other art forms. Danceworks contributes to Milwaukee’s cultural vitality by sparking a lifelong interest and participation in the arts. Danceworks is committed to taking arts and arts lear

ning beyond the studio and theatre and into the community by creating work that resonates with diverse groups of people. Danceworks serves more than 67,000 children, adults and seniors each year through:

-Original choreography & performances by Danceworks Performance MKE
-Modeled after the professional company, Danceworks Youth Performance Company members train all year long and participate in a season of themed dance concerts in Danceworks Studio Theatre, and out in the community
-A year-round experimental venue for local and national artists called DanceLAB
-Nearly 90 weekly dance and dance fitness classes, workshops and camps for youth and adults at our downtown studio and at satellite locations
-Dance and arts programming for older adults (ages 50+).
-Dance and arts programming at schools in Milwaukee and surrounding communities, such as Mad Hot Rhythm, Danceworks Generations, and more! Our classes, programs and performances are dedicated to helping every student of the arts reach their fullest potential, both physically and mentally. We strive to create an environment in which each student develops self-discipline, self-confidence and enthusiasm for the performing arts. Danceworks is made of up a dynamic team of individuals with a shared passion for the arts. We honor the importance of partnerships, alliances and shared opportunities through collaboration, both behind the scenes and center stage.

Couldn’t enroll for the whole intensive? Join us for these incredible classes at the start of each day! Take class with ...
06/03/2026

Couldn’t enroll for the whole intensive? Join us for these incredible classes at the start of each day! Take class with intensive students, professionals and those alike! Learn more below.

NEXT WEEK
Monday, June 8th
9:00–10:30 AM, Richman Hall (Drop in $25)
Contemporary with Tessa Ritchey, Artistic Director of Alluvion Dance Chicago

Tuesday, June 9th
9:00–10:30 AM, Richman Hall (Drop in $25)
Contemporary Floorwork with Zoe Mei Glise of Danceworks Performance MKE

Wednesday, June 10th
9:00–10:30 AM, Richman Hall (Drop in $25)
Contemporary with Lauren Twomley of Peter Stathas Dance and Limón Dance Company

Thursday, June 11th
9 - 10:30am, Richman Hall (Drop in $25)
Jazz with David Roman, 20+ years with Royal Caribbean International

Enroll here: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/asp/res_a.asp?tg=38&classId=6518&courseID=&classDate=6/8/2026&clsLoc=1

All drop in classes are at MYAC
325 W. Walnut St., Milwaukee, WI 53212

Download the Mindbody App, to enroll today! Drop in or pre-register. DM us with any questions~

It’s the last week to register for your favorite summer performance opportunity! You don’t have to be a professional to ...
06/03/2026

It’s the last week to register for your favorite summer performance opportunity! You don’t have to be a professional to participate! Are you ready to take your dance technique to the next level? Check out our Summer Performance Workshops!

Register by June 8th, 2026, head to our webpage to learn more~

*Each workshop provides participants with the opportunity to learn a piece of choreography and perform it in the Danceworks DanceLAB concerts, this summer.

Learn more and sign up at https://danceworksmke.org/studio/ or via the link in bio.

Donate and receive a BOGO ticket voucher to see RHYTHMWORKS, July 18-19, 2026! Learn more below!
06/01/2026

Donate and receive a BOGO ticket voucher to see RHYTHMWORKS, July 18-19, 2026! Learn more below!

When the moment calls for hope, every act counts.

On June 10, Join Versiti and Danceworks MKE for a blood drive supporting Milwaukee-area families.

As a thank-you, donors receive a BOGO voucher for Danceworks MKE’s Rhythmworks, July 18 & 19.

Together, let’s change lives far beyond the stage.

Save your spot. https://bit.ly/49Dw9Hi

The UPAF Ride for the Arts was a roaring success! Even our Terra Papagalli birds took flight! The community really showe...
06/01/2026

The UPAF Ride for the Arts was a roaring success! Even our Terra Papagalli birds took flight! The community really showed up this year. Thank you to everyone who participated yesterday. We’re already looking forward to next year!

Did we mention that our team was in second place for fundraising for UPAF this year?! We may be small, but we are mighty! Thank you all!

And thank you to United Performing Arts Fund - UPAF for supporting the arts in our community and most importantly- believing in the power and impact dance can have within it!

What an incredible opening night! Today’s the last day to witness TERRA PAPAGALLI at the beautiful Zelazo Center! Join u...
05/30/2026

What an incredible opening night! Today’s the last day to witness TERRA PAPAGALLI at the beautiful Zelazo Center! Join us for this incredible collaboration with Early Music Now and Aperi Animam. Where Brazilian Colonial Music meets Contemporary movement. Last show at 5pm today~

This Friday and Saturday
🗓️ May 30th, 2026
📍 Zelazo Center’s Helen Bader Concert Hall
🎟️ $33–$58 | www.danceworksmke.org/concerts
❗️$10 Student tickets at the door

(Photos by Christal Wagner.)
Lighting Design by Colin Gawronski
MilwaukeeArts

A wonderful sneak peek at this weekend's performances--we'll see you at Zelazo tonight at 7:30 and tomorrow night at 5:0...
05/29/2026

A wonderful sneak peek at this weekend's performances--we'll see you at Zelazo tonight at 7:30 and tomorrow night at 5:00! Tickets available at the door or via www.danceworksmke.org/concerts

Danceworks Performance MKE is teaming up with Early Music Now, Aperi Animam and Brazilian conductor Sergio Dias, to present Terra Papagalli—a performance resurrecting colonial Brazilian Baroque music.

TERRA PAPAGALLI opens today at the beautiful Zelazo Center! Join us for this incredible collaboration with Early Music N...
05/29/2026

TERRA PAPAGALLI opens today at the beautiful Zelazo Center! Join us for this incredible collaboration with Early Music Now and Aperi Animam. Where Brazilian Colonial Music meets Contemporary movement. Today and tomorrow only!

This Friday and Saturday
🗓️ May 29-30th, 2026
📍 Zelazo Center’s Helen Bader Concert Hall
🎟️ $33–$58 | www.danceworksmke.org/concerts
❗️$10 Student tickets at the door

(Photos by Christal Wagner.)
Lightning Design by Colin Gawronski
MilwaukeeArts

Thank you Urban Milwaukee for a lovely preview!  Two days only, today at 7:30pm and tomorrow, May 30th at 5pm.This Conce...
05/29/2026

Thank you Urban Milwaukee for a lovely preview! Two days only, today at 7:30pm and tomorrow, May 30th at 5pm.
This Concert Features Unique Pairing of Brazilian Music and Dance. Even in Brazil it's never been done. 'Some of these works were never played—ever.'

Learn more and purchase tickets: www.danceworksmke.org/concerts

Even in Brazil it's never been done. 'Some of these works were never played—ever.'

TERRA PAPAGALLI opens tomorrow, Friday, May 29th! Join us for this incredible collaboration with Early Music Now and Ape...
05/29/2026

TERRA PAPAGALLI opens tomorrow, Friday, May 29th! Join us for this incredible collaboration with Early Music Now and Aperi Animam. Where Brazilian Colonial Music meets Contemporary movement. Tickets on sale NOW!

This Friday and Saturday
🗓️ May 29-30th, 2026
📍 Zelazo Center’s Helen Bader Concert Hall
🎟️ $33–$58 | www.danceworksmke.org/concerts
❗️$10 Student tickets at the door

(Photos by Christal Wagner.)
MilwaukeeArts

It’s SHOW week! TERRA PAPAGALLI opens this Friday, May 29th! Join us for this incredible collaboration with Early Music ...
05/27/2026

It’s SHOW week! TERRA PAPAGALLI opens this Friday, May 29th! Join us for this incredible collaboration with Early Music Now and Aperi Animam. Where Brazilian Colonial Music meets Contemporary movement. Tickets on sale NOW!

🗓️ May 29-30th, 2026
📍 Zelazo Center’s Helen Bader Concert Hall
🎟️ $33–$58 | Tickets available now
www.danceworksmke.org/concerts

(Photos by Christal Wagner.)

Address

325 W Walnut Street
Milwaukee, WI
53212

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 10:30am - 7pm
Saturday 8:30am - 2pm

Telephone

+14142778480

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