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Through performances, community engagement and arts education, the Company carries forward Dance Theatre of Harlem’s message of empowerment through the arts for all.
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Students of all levels have the opportunity to develop the artist within and prepare for success both on and off the stage with world-class training in classical ballet and diverse dance disciplines.
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Continue the legacy of access, opportunity, and excellence for the next generation.
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Learn about the legacy that transformed Dance Theatre of Harlem into a world-renowned organization, and the people behind the curtain. Also, learn how you can rent our studios.
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Through performances, community engagement and arts education, the Company carries forward Dance Theatre of Harlem’s message of empowerment through the arts for all.
- Study
Study
Students of all levels have the opportunity to develop the artist within and prepare for success both on and off the stage with world-class training in classical ballet and diverse dance disciplines.
- Support
Support
Continue the legacy of access, opportunity, and excellence for the next generation.
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Discover
Learn about the legacy that transformed Dance Theatre of Harlem into a world-renowned organization, and the people behind the curtain. Also, learn how you can rent our studios.
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Alumni
An Enduring Legacy
In our 55 years of existence, Dance Theatre of Harlem has come to occupy a unique and important place in the world as a beacon of access, opportunity and excellence. Arthur Mitchell’s vision was impetus and Karel Shook’s expertise was anchor, but our incredible legacy derives also from our incredible alumni, the hundreds of individuals whose commitment and spirit sustain us.
Alumni Connect
Step into the vibrant world of Dance Theatre of Harlem’s Alumni Connect where the legacy of DTH comes to life! Join former dancers, students, and staff in this shared space where we celebrate our past, build and strengthen bonds in the present and dance into our future, together. Remain connected to your DTH family by staying in touch with current activities and sharing your own!
Alumni Open Class Instructors
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March 11, 2020
Endalyn Taylor
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March 18, 2020
Karen Brown
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May 7, 2020
Courtney Cochran
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June 1st, 2020
Charmaine Hunter
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June 8th, 2020
Caroline Rocher
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June 15th, 2020
Lorraine Graves
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June 22, 2020
Lenore Pavlakos Morales
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July 6, 2020
Cynthia Shipley
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July 9, 2020 and October 15th,2020
Ramona Lisa Ortiz-Smith, MBA
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Incoming School Director
Tai Jimenez
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July 11, 2020 and October 8th, 2020
Donald Williams
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July 20, 2020
Elena Dominguez-Bartley
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October 1st, 2020
Waverly Lucas
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October 22nd. 2020
Loni Landon
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October 29th, 2020
Dr. Adesola Akinleye
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November 5, 2020
Anjali Austin
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November 12, 2020
Ronald K. Alexander
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November 19, 2020