TERRA PAPAGALLI
May 29-30, 2026
Zelazo Center’s Helen Bader Concert Hall
Zelazo Center’s Helen Bader Concert Hall
PRESENTED BY EARLY MUSIC NOW, APERI ANIMAM AND DANCEWORKS PERFORMANCE MKE
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DANCELAB SPRING 2026 CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Do you have work that you want to get out there? Would you like to get feedback on it? What about meeting other artists in hopes of collaborating? GET IT OUT THERE is a concert featuring new work created by Milwaukee and Midwest performing artists from various disciplines including Dance, Music, Theatre, Spoken Word or Screendance. Artists who submit a proposal and are selected will showcase their work on Saturday March 21st, 2026 at the Falcon Bowl as a part of the Danceworks DanceLAB Series. Apply here.
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Announcing TERRA PAPAGALLI, the final and most anticipated show of our 2025-26 season, presented in collaboration with Early Music Now and Aperi Animam. Where Brazilian Colonial Music meets Contemporary movement. Tickets on sale NOW!![]()
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Last weekend of May![]()
🗓️ May 29-30th, 2026![]()
📍 Zelazo Center’s Helen Bader Concert Hall![]()
🎟️ $33–$58 | Tickets available now![]()
www.danceworksmke.org/concerts![]()
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(Photos by Christal Wagner.)![]()
#MusicOfBrazil #milwaukee #mke #MKEarts #MilwaukeeArts
Injury Prevention, Strength building and all the secrets to performance longevity! We’re excited to announce the next PRO Intensive faculty, Greta Jenkins is back for our Summer PRO Intensive (June 8–12, 2026)… and this is one you don’t want to miss. Learn more and register at the link in our bio~![]()
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Greta Jenkins![]()
Teaching: Strength & Conditioning for Dancers @gretajenkins703 @liftedbygreta ![]()
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This immersive week offers intermediate to advanced professional training alongside insight into the creative process, nonprofit infrastructure, and professional dance work culture at Danceworks Performance MKE.![]()
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FIVE Days//June 8-12th, 2026![]()
Limited spots available!![]()
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🔗 Apply now at www.danceworksmke.org/pro-intensive![]()
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We can’t wait to welcome you into the studio this summer!
New to Bachata? Want to deepen your technique? Join us for 4 weeks of FREE Bachata classes this month with the INCREDIBLE Tiffany Fau! Preregistration is required, Learn more below~![]()
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TOMORROW! ![]()
4 Week Bachata Workshop w/ Tiffany Fua ![]()
(May 7th-May 28th) Thursdays @6:30-7:30pm![]()
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Step into the rhythm with this 4 week beginner-friendly series designed to build strong fundamentals, connections, and confidence on the dance floor. ![]()
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Register for one or all 4 of these free classes at the link in our bio. Join us!
Let the battle begin! Our Star Wars-themed Penny Wars are here to raise funds for our UPAF Ride for the Arts team!![]()
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⚔️ YOUTH dancers vs. ADULT dancers ⚔️ Who will win?!![]()
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Drop your coins (and sabotage the other side with bills 💸) at our front desk starting next Monday, May 11th-30th. Every cent supports a great cause!![]()
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This video features dancers from our Youth and Intergenerational Performance Companies!![]()
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May the 4th be with you… and may your side WIN!
Milwaukee, are you READY?! We’re excited to announce the next PRO Intensive faculty! Gina Laurenzi is BACK for our Summer PRO Intensive (June 8–12, 2026)… and this is one you don’t want to miss. Learn more and register at the link in our bio~![]()
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Gina Laurenzi (TX)![]()
Teaching: Contemporary: Flow & Texture & Movers Yoga @gina_laurenzi ![]()
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This immersive week offers intermediate to advanced professional training alongside insight into the creative process, nonprofit infrastructure, and professional dance work culture at Danceworks Performance MKE.![]()
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This intensive may also serve as an opportunity for dancers to be considered for the company.![]()
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FIVE Days//June 8-12th, 2026![]()
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🔗 Apply now at the link in @danceworksmke , @dpmke bio or via www.danceworksmke.org/pro-intensive![]()
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We can’t wait to welcome you into the studio this summer!
Happy #InternationalDanceDay! What better day to start announcing our INCREDIBLE faculty for the Summer PRO Intensive! First up we have~![]()
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Richard BUDA Brasfield![]()
Teaching: VogueStyles![]()
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Ready to take your dancing to the next level?! Register for the Danceworks PRO Intensive running June 8-12, 2026. A professional training experience for collegiate through professional-level dancers seeking rigorous technique, creative inquiry, and meaningful connection.![]()
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This immersive week offers intermediate to advanced professional training alongside insight into the creative process, nonprofit infrastructure, and professional dance work culture at Danceworks Performance MKE.![]()
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This intensive may also serve as an opportunity for dancers to be considered for our company.![]()
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FIVE Days//June 8-12th, 2026![]()
Register today // Tuition: $500![]()
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🔗 Learn more and apply now at www.danceworksmke.org/pro-intensive![]()
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We can’t wait to welcome you into the studio this summer!