Upcoming Events & Performances
Upcoming Events & Performances
First Friday Rochester
Friday, Nov 7th | 7:00 PM
GFD Studio Theater
50 Chestnut Street, Floor 3, Rochester NY
Led by Artistic Director Norwood Pennewell, the evening will offer a look into class progression and the creative process. Following this, Executive Director Natalie Rogers-Cropper will lead a 15-minute discussion and open rehearsal, sharing unique insights into the artistic journey.
First Friday Rochester
Friday, Dec 5th | 7:00 PM
GFD Studio Theater
50 Chestnut Street, Floor 3, Rochester NY
Led by Artistic Director Norwood Pennewell, the evening will offer a look into class progression and the creative process. Following this, Executive Director Natalie Rogers-Cropper will lead a 15-minute discussion and open rehearsal, sharing unique insights into the artistic journey.
RPO's Dance Festival: American Masters with Garth Fagan Dance
Saturday, Jan 24th | 7:30 PM
Sunday, Jan 25th | 2:00 PM
Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre
26 Gibbs St, Rochester, NY
The RPO’s Dance Festival kicks off with an electric program led by Aram Demirjian and featuring Garth Fagan Dance, who dazzled Kodak Hall two seasons ago in Rite of Spring. Bernstein’s On the Town: Three Dance Episodes bursts with jazz-infused energy, while Philip Glass’ hypnotic Days and Nights in Rocinha evokes the vibrant pulse of Brazil. The evening culminates in Copland’s majestic Symphony No. 3, a sweeping celebration of American spirit, featuring the iconic Fanfare for the Common Man.
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55th Anniversary Performance at Naz
Thursday, May 7 | 7:30 PM
Friday, May 8 | 7:30 PM
Saturday, May 9 | 7:30 PM
Thursday, May 10 | 2:00 PM
Nazareth College Arts Center
4245 East Ave, Rochester, NY
Garth Fagan Dance returns to Nazareth University for its 55th Anniversary Performance Celebration, marking a historic milestone for the internationally acclaimed company. Known for its groundbreaking fusion of modern dance, Afro-Caribbean traditions, ballet, and post-modern dance, Garth Fagan Dance continues to thrill audiences with works that are at once technically brilliant and emotionally powerful. The performance will feature new works by GFD leadership—Artistic Director Norwood “PJ” Pennewell and Executive Director Natalie Rogers-Cropper—along with beloved revivals by Garth Fagan himself. This season is especially meaningful as we also celebrate the 86th birthday of our visionary founder, Garth Fagan—recipient of numerous awards including the Tony Award, Olivier Award, a National Medal of the Arts, and many others. Fagan’s pioneering choreography has influenced generations of dancers worldwide, and his company remains a beacon of artistic excellence, innovation, and cultural impact. Join us for an unforgettable evening that honors the past, celebrates the present, and looks ahead to the future of this extraordinary company.
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Smith Opera House
Saturday, Sept 26th |TBD
Smith Opera House
82 Seneca St, Geneva, NY
Experience the electrifying artistry of Garth Fagan Dance as they bring their signature energy and movement back to the Finger Lakes. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of dance, featuring new works and beloved revivals. Tickets are not yet available
The Joyce Theater
November, 2026 | TBD
The Joyce Theater
175 8th Ave, New York, NY
Garth Fagan Dance Returns to the Joyce Theater! Witness the brilliance of Garth Fagan Dance as they light up their New York City home at the Joyce Theater with dynamic movement and captivating artistry. An evening of music and dance not to be missed! Tickets are not yet available.
Are you interested in featuring Garth Fagan Dance in your next season?
Contact alec@garthfagandance.org for our EPK, tech rider, scheduling inquiries, and general information.
We look forward to connecting with you!
Past Performances
2025
ESL ROCHESTER FRINGE FESTIVAL
Garth Fagan Dance Studio Theater | Rochester, NY
Sept 11-20
CARIFESTA XV
Frank Collymore Hall | Bridgetown, Barbados
August 27
Rochester Summer Soul Music Festival
Innovative Field | Rochester, NY
August 10
Summer Movement Institute Culmination Performance
Garth Fagan Dance Studio Theater | Rochester, NY
July 26
Finger Lakes Opera's "The Anonymous Lover"
RIT/NTID's Panara Theatre | Rochester NY
July 20
Finger Lakes Residency
Fort Hill Performing Arts Center | Canandaigua, NY
June 20-22
First Friday Rochester
Garth Fagan Dance Studio Theater | Rochester, NY
June 6
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra GALA
Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center| Rochester, NY May 16
Sonnenberg Gardens - Mother's Day Duet
Sonnenberg Gardens | Canandaigua, NY
May 11
Memorial Art Gallery Gala
Memorial Art Gallery | Rochester, NY
May 3
First Friday Rochester
Garth Fagan Dance Studio Theater | Rochester, NY
April 4
Rochester Climate Summit
Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center | Rochester, NY
April 4
RIT's Expressions of King's Legacy
Rochester Institute of Technology | Rochester, NY
January 29
APAP Showcase
Ailey Citigroup Theater | New York, NY
January 12
Home Showcase
Monroe Community College| Rochester, NY
December 6-December 8 (4 performances)
The Joyce Theater
New York City, NY
October 29-November 3 (7 performances)
COCO Dance Festival
Queen's Hall | Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago
October 12 - October 13 (2 performances)
Rochester Fringe Festival
GFD Studio Theater | Rochester, NY
September 12 - September 21 (6 performances)
Summer Movement Institute Culmination Performance
GFD Studio Theater | Rochester, NY
July 27
OSAD/BSLF/EOP Reunion (private event)
GFD Studio Theater | Rochester, NY
July 19
Finger Lake Opera's World Premiere of "Two Corners"
Monroe Community College| Rochester, NY
June 28 & June 30 (2 performance)
First Friday Rochester
GFD Studio Theater | Rochester, NY
May 3 & June 7
Garth Fagan receives an Honorary Doctorate from the Rochester Institute of Technology | May 10
Photo by Travis LaCoss
University of North Carolina, Greensboro
Greensboro, NC
April 5
State University of New York, Brockport
Brockport, NY
March 13
GFD Premieres 'The Rite of Spring' with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra
Eastman Theater | Rochester, NY
January 11 & January 13 (2 performances)
Book The Company Today!
For performance, lecture demonstration, or masterclass bookings, contact Rachel Cohen at Cadence Arts Network, Inc. via rachel@cadencearts.com. For inquiries about repertoire, technical riders, or sample excerpts, reach out to Alec Shiman, Executive Assistant/Company Manager at alec@garthfagandance.org.