A longtime Center favorite returning after eight years, Parsons Dance delivers heart, athleticism, and pure joy in motion. It’s the kind of contemporary dance that will bring you to your feet, no matter your age or dance background.
Known for its energetic style, Parsons Dance is internationally renowned for creating and performing contemporary American dance. Parsons’s bold ensemble work and movement has solidified it as one of the world’s leading dance companies. Works like the iconic Caught exemplify the company’s innovation and massive audience appeal. Parsons Dance will thrill audiences with its effortless movement and stunning dancers.
“It does not take long to see why Parsons and his company are one of the hottest tickets in contemporary American dance.” — New York Post
“This is a 'dance your heart out' (at all times, no excuses) kind of enterprise.” — The New York Times
Apr 25, 2026 / 7:30 p.m.
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