FAQs

Dance Workshop of Detroit is committed to preserving and showcasing culturally Black Modern and Contemporary dance styles. We center the artistic expressions of the African and Black diasporas, ensuring these styles remain vibrant, recognized, and respected. Our choreography, training, and performances reflect deep cultural roots and contemporary innovation.

Not necessarily. We offer opportunities for dancers at various stages of their journey. While certain company roles require technical experience in styles like Horton, Dunham, or Graham, we also provide community-based workshops and educational programming for those who are eager to learn and grow with us.

Our repertoire focuses on culturally Black Modern and Contemporary styles, including Horton, Graham, Dunham, African, Jazz, and Hip-Hop. These are taught in rotation during our training season and are often fused innovatively in our performances to reflect the breadth of Black diasporic movement.

You can support us by attending our performances, enrolling in classes, volunteering, or making a donation. We also welcome collaborators and teaching artists who share our mission. Visit our Support Us or Contact page to learn more about how you can be part of our work.

Many culturally Black dance styles have historically been overlooked, misattributed, or erased. By centering these forms, Dance Workshop of Detroit honors their origins, evolution, and continued relevance. Our mission is to educate, celebrate, and ensure these vital artistic expressions are passed on authentically to future generations.