Dance. All. Day. Fest will offer movement for all ages at The Square West Palm
April 8, 2024 (WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.) – Natural Movers Foundation in partnership with The Square will bring Dance. All. Day. Fest—South Florida’s only free outdoor dance festival—to Downtown West Palm Beach on Saturday, April 27 (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
Located at The Square (700 South Rosemary Ave.), the family friendly festival encourages movement and creativity for all ages, with interactive community dance classes led by local teaching artists. The festival will also include performances by some of South Florida’s most talented artists and dance companies.
Guests can also enjoy live entertainment by DJ ReRe, children’s arts activities and workshops at Rohi’s Readery, delicious local fare from restaurants at The Square, and much more.
“We look forward to hosting this beautiful, inspiring day of dance and are grateful to partner with Related Companies to host at The Square for a second year in a row.” said Ericka Squire, Natural Movers founder & CEO. “Natural Movers is dedicated to making dance accessible and approachable for all—and we believe everybody can move. Whether you love watching dance or moving your body to the music, this is a great way to support local arts right here in Palm Beach County.”
Classes include:
10 a.m.
- Dance. All. Day. Fest Kickoff: Yoga with Natalie (10-11 a.m.)
- Children’s (Watoto) Workshop: Ballet & Character taught by Ella Goens (10-10:30 a.m.)
- Children’s (Watoto) Workshop: Storytelling and Motion taught by Rohi’s Readery (10:30-11 a.m.)
11 a.m.
- Children’s (Watoto) Workshop: ArtsNest Studios (11 a.m.-noon)
- Cardio-Fitness Masterclass taught by Natalie Addison (11:30 a.m.-noon)
Noon
- Jazz Masterclass taught by Jessica Dos Santos (12:30-1 p.m.)
1 p.m.
- Children’s (Watoto) Workshop: Musical Theater Jazz taught by Victoria Read (1-1:30 p.m.)
- Official Dance Fest Hip Hop Routine taught by Larry Albright (1:30-2:30 p.m.)
2 p.m.
- Children’s (Watoto) Workshop: Palm Beach Opera (1:45-2:30 p.m.)
- Impromptu Social Dance led by DJ ReRe (2:30-3 p.m.)
Performances include:
- AGWA Dance Company (Contemporary) (11 a.m.)
- Atlantic Christian Academy dancers (Contemporary) (11:05 a.m.)
- The Victory Dance Project (Jazz) (11:10 a.m.)
- Capoeira Karkara Performance (Capoeira) (11:15 a.m.)
- Special Performance: Faith’s Place Band & Drumline (noon-12:15 p.m.)
- “Take Five” by Lindsey St. Germain (Rhythm Tap) (12:15 p.m.)
- Palm Beach Atlantic University dancers (Modern) (12:20 p.m.)
- Loud Live Productions presents MESH (Hip Hop) (12:25 p.m.)
- “Waiting for Better Days” by Candace Smith (Modern) (1 p.m.)
- “Surpassing” by Savannah Miller (Contemporary) (1:05 p.m.)
- Olivia Capasso + Friends (Contemporary Ballet) (1:10 p.m.)
- Reese McWilliams + Friends (Jazz) (1:15pm)
Class space is limited. Registration is strongly encouraged for those who want to participate. For a complete schedule of festival events and to save your space in class, visit thesquarewestpalm.com.
Performances are free and open to the public for viewing; no reservation is required.
This event is made possible thanks to the support of the Florida Division of Arts and Culture.
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About Natural Movers Foundation:
Natural Movers Foundation is the only organization dedicated to enriching the cultural landscape and artistic progression of Palm Beach County through dance. We offer masterclasses to dance enthusiasts & professionals and transformative dance events & performances for the community to enjoy. We also put artists to work by connecting local choreographers and teaching artists to performance and teaching opportunities. Natural Movers offers free arts education programs throughout Palm Beach County. For more information about upcoming events, visit naturalmovers.org.
About The Square
The Square is a dynamic shopping, dining and entertainment destination located in the heart of Downtown West Palm Beach. Since its creation in 2000, The Square has transformed into a well-connected neighborhood that is committed to working with the best local artists, chefs, creatives, entrepreneurs and fitness enthusiasts – culminating in an exceptional district to live, work and visit in South Florida. For more information about The Square, please visit thesquarewestpalm.com.