AIDF Guest Artists Performances

Name: AIDF Guest Artists Performances
Start: 2025-09-04T19:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-09-04T21:30:00-04:00
Location: Amelia Community Theatre

Schedule

Thu Sep 04 2025 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Amelia Community Theatre | Fernandina Beach, FL

Time: 7:30 PM
Tickets: $50
A World of Dance on One Stage
Experience three unforgettable evenings celebrating cultural richness, artistic excellence, and bold innovation. This dynamic program features a curated blend of internationally acclaimed artists and beloved festival favorites—showcasing diverse traditions, cutting-edge movement, and unforgettable storytelling.
New to the Festival This Year
Anubhava Dance Company
Anubhava, meaning “the experience,” is a dynamic company founded by Shriya Srinivasan and Joshua George. Comprising award-winning, second-generation Indian-American artists, the company explores the full spectrum of human emotion through Indian classical dance and music.
Jon Lehrer Dance Company
Renowned for its “organically athletic” style, JLDC electrifies the stage with a bold fusion of jazz and modern dance.
Juana Calá
A passionate force in flamenco, Juana brings deeply expressive artistry that has captivated audiences across Europe and the United States.
Sofía Forero
A Colombian-born dancer, choreographer, and educator based in NYC, Sofía explores culture and human connection through movement.
Gigi
A lyrical belly dancer blending ballet, jazz, and Caribbean influences, Gigi uses dance as a storytelling medium enriched by women’s narratives and the essence of nature.
Festival Favorites
Mal Stein
A renowned accompanist and composer, Mal teaches at NYU and has worked with the Paul Taylor and Doug Varone Dance Companies, Tisch School of the Arts, and Marymount College.
East by North Dance Theatre
This NYC-based company returns with emotionally rich, elegantly crafted contemporary work that continues to resonate with audiences.
Marah Lovequist-Cooper
A seasoned aerial performer with over a decade of experience, Marah brings strength, grace, and artistic depth to every production she joins.
Kilowatt Dance Theater
A joyful blend of swing, Lindy hop, and Charleston fused with contemporary technique—offering a nostalgic yet fresh jazz dance experience.
Carlos & Marisa Garland
This dynamic husband–wife duo brings Contemporary Jazz to life with passion, precision, and vibrant stage presence.
John Manzari
A Broadway tap sensation, John is celebrated for his virtuosic rhythm and often performs live alongside jazz pianist Luther S. Allison.
James Boyd III
A Jacksonville native and internationally recognized choreographer, performer, and educator, has built a dynamic career spanning elite dance companies, global stages, and university faculty positions.
The Florida Ballet
A cornerstone of Jacksonville’s cultural scene since 1978, The Florida Ballet presents both classical and contemporary repertoire with technical excellence.
Jacksonville Dance Theatre
Known for their bold and innovative works, JDT continues to redefine and elevate contemporary dance in Northeast Florida.
Rhythm Tap Ensemble
With infectious energy and sharp musicality, this ensemble delivers fast-paced, high-impact rhythm tap performances.
John & Julia Boyd
Drawing from acrobatics, martial arts, yoga, and improvisation, this duo creates visually compelling, nature-inspired choreography. As founders of Acro Fit in Jacksonville, they teach and perform partner movement locally and internationally.
Sarah Wildes Arnett
A professor at Valdosta State University and certified aerial instructor, Sarah combines contemporary dance, aerial arts, and theatrical storytelling in powerful, multidisciplinary performances.
Don’t Miss This!
Three nights only: September 4, 5 & 6 at 7:30 PM
One epic program: Repeated nightly
An unforgettable journey through global traditions, innovation, and the future of dance