GroundWorks DanceTheater at the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival

Name: GroundWorks DanceTheater at the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival
Start: 2024-08-02T20:45:00-04:00
End: 2024-08-02T22:00:00-04:00
Location: Firestone Park

Schedule

Fri Aug 02 2024 at 08:45 pm to 10:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Firestone Park | Akron, OH

GroundWorks DanceTheater returns to the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival for two of their Grande Finale performances on Friday, August 2 & Saturday, August 3, 2024 at Firestone Park in Akron!
Main performance begins at 8:45pm, with an interactive pre-show children's program starting at 7:45pm. Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival performances are FREE and open to all! It is recommended to bring a lawn chair or blanket. Pro tip: pack a picnic to share with friends!
About the Company:
GroundWorks DanceTheater, founded in 1998 by Artistic Director David Shimotakahara, marks its 25th Anniversary Year, nationally recognized for its innovative contributions to contemporary dance. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, GroundWorks creates and presents groundbreaking contemporary dance as a leader in engaging, educating and enlivening communities. https://www.groundworksdance.org/
About the Festival:
Celebrating its 50th anniversary season, the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival was established to honor the legacy of Heinz Poll--the founding artistic director of Ohio Ballet. The Festival presents free public dance performances by acclaimed regional and national companies each summer in Akron parks. Each performance leaves audience members with a unique dance experience, reflecting the common thread of Poll's commitment to the highest artistic standards. Sponsored by the City of Akron, the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival aims to connect with the community through dance! http://akrondancefestival.org/