Come enjoy the beautiful and exhilarating Dance Theatre of Harlem performance this weekend!

Friday May 11 at 8 p.m. and Saturday May 12 at 8 p.m. you have an opportunity to witness the Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) at the Aronoff Center for the Arts (650 Walnut St Cincinnati).

Ticket prices are $30, $40, $60 and $70 and can be purchased online at https://ev9.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventList?groupCode=DTH&linkID=cinarts&shopperContext=&caller=&appCode=&_ga=2.145179188.126459193.1525742308-171286587.1523372306.

Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) is known for its thrilling performances that successfully challenge preconceived notions. The DTH Company consists of fourteen racially diverse dance artists who perform an eclectic, demanding repertoire. From treasured classics, neo-classical works by George Balanchine and resident choreographer Robert Garland, cutting-edge contemporary works, and works that use the language of ballet to celebrate African American culture, the Company brings new life to the art form of classical ballet. In addition to performances in New York City, across the country, and abroad, Company activities that carry a message of empowerment through the arts also include engaging community through educational activities for audiences and young people.

Forty-eight years ago, Arthur Mitchell and his mentor Karel Shook founded Dance Theatre of Harlem as a beacon of hope for the youth in the underprivileged neighborhood where Mitchell grew up. An acclaimed principal dancer with George Balanchine’s New York City Ballet, Mitchell took the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as a call to action. Drawing on his expertise and his prominence as the first African American to be a permanent member of a major U.S. ballet company, Mitchell’s ground-breaking idea was to transform the lives of young people in Harlem by providing training in classical ballet. In a few short years, his response to tragedy became a leading dance institution of unparalleled global acclaim.

Do not miss this one-of-a-kind performance!

Tess Abney

Tess Abney is a freelance writer who was born and raised in the Quad Cities. She spends most of her time attempting to successfully raise three boys. In her free time, writing is her passion. Whether it is sharing local events and businesses with readers or sharing her thoughts on life, she finds comfort in the way words can bring people together.