What does it mean to truly know yourself? Ariel Rivka Dance's work is a cathartic journey through identity, authenticity, and the courage it takes to be seen. Featuring two works performed to original music, the company pulses with intimacy and power that moves from anger and disbelief to clarity and connection. To be our true selves is not only possible—it is welcome, and invited. Bold, musical, honest, cathartic, and deeply relational: this is ARD at its most essential.

Matthew Westerby Company is a New York-based contemporary dance company that blends athletic physicality with striking spatial design and a subtle, resonant connection to music. Led by British-American choreographer Matthew Westerby, the Company’s work is shaped by his experience as an LGBTQ+ immigrant New Yorker, grounding itself in a commitment to equity, inclusion and community, with an emphasis on creating human connection.This program features two powerful ensemble works, including nineteeneightyfour, created in collaboration with composer John P. Hastings, alongside a moving duet excerpt from City of Ashes, an intimate work reflecting on the AIDS crisis in New York City.

Dance is alive in Hoboken. Join a free evening of live dance in a public park with Colin Sheeley and Dancers, Opus // The Company, Tori Hey, Caroline Alter, and Ariel Rivka Dance on Tuesday, June 30 at 7pm.

Come find out on the lawn.

Ariel Rivka Dance will perform an outdoor program with an additional interactive workshops at 5:00pm at the Exchange Place Pier in Jersey City, NJ. This free program wouldn’t be possible without the support from the Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs.

Produced by Colby College Department of Music with the Department of Performance, Theater, and Dance, Colby Arts Office

SPLICE is an organization dedicated to the performance, creation, and development of music for performers and electronics. SPLICE is comprised of an annual Institute designed for performers and composers to study the integration of performance with electronics, an annual three-day Festival of concerts that blend engaging live performances with new technologies, and the Ensemble, a trumpet, piano, and percussion trio focused on cultivating a canon of the most important works composed for instruments and electronics.

Butch Rovan : of the survival of images
  Butch Rovan, instrument design, video and sound
  Ami Shulman, movement

Molly W. Schenck : Embodied Disbelief
  Molly W. Schenck, dance

BEEP : SHIFT
  Daniil Zakirzyanov, dancer
  Nora Gibson, visualist
  Jillian Harris and Daniil Zakirzyanov, Movement Design
  BEEP (Vincent Fulvio, Gabi Love, and Grace Ricci)
  under the direction of Adam Vidiksis, Original Sound Design

Robin Oxley-Luyster : Little Things That Happen
  April Levy, Esme Erdos, Lulu Damon Dong, Halle Puchalski, dance

Sangeeth Kumaski : ALL BORN THE TIDE
  Hannah Kumaski, dance

Summer Dregs : What You Want
  Ariel Rivka Dance:
  Ariel Grossman, choreographer
  Asia Bonilla, Casie Marie O'Kane, Hana Ginsburg Tirosh,
  Sienna Hamilton-Thibert, Kristin Licata, Gabrielle Marino, Kalyan Sayre, dance

ARD dancers share love for our bodies and art at the Layer Zero exclusive launch in New York City.

Read more: https://www.32degrees.com/pages/layer-zero-about-us

ARD will perform an outdoor program with an interactive workshop at 5:00 pm at the Exchange Place Pier in Jersey City, NJ. This FREE programming wouldn’t be possible without the support of the Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs.

Curious about what it takes to tour internationally as a U.S.-based dance artist? Join this interactive session designed specifically for early- to mid-career dance makers looking to take their work abroad. We’ll kick things off with personal stories and lessons learned from Gaspard Louis of Gaspard&Dancers (NC) and Ariel Grossman of Ariel Rivka Dance (NY), two companies that have recently made international touring a regular part of their work. They’ll share how they first started touring internationally, the unexpected challenges they faced, and how performing internationally has shaped their work and visibility at home. This chat will be followed by a Q&A and then attendees can join breakout rooms to network with other peers that are seeking to tour abroad.

Join Ariel Rivka Dance for a super local (yes, we’ll be in Artistic Director Ariel Grossman’s neighborhood) and free performance of Unorthodox, one of our most intense, pulsing works. You won’t want to miss this outdoor performance of a fan favorite, while also enjoying an annual celebration of community and care at Dixon Mills’ annual community stoop sale. The performance will start with a short warm-up and intro, and conclude with a 15-minute workshop for all ages.

This free programming is possible with the support of the Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs.

ARD will perform two outside programs with interactive workshops at 5:00pm and 6:00pm at the Exchange Place Pier in Jersey City, NJ. This FREE programming wouldn’t be possible without the support from the Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs.

The 35th “A Day in Dance” Concert Showing is a Special Fundraising event of the New York Dance Festival! The concert, Friday August 8th at 8:00 PM, features participants of the Festival, including Ariel Rivka Dance, and special guests. The offering includes: new work from the esteemed Festival Faculty, works in progress and repertoire excerpts from the Choreographic Residency and Choreographic Fellows, and work from members of the Kaleidoscope Dance Theatre. We look forward to sharing this evening with you!

2025 Dare to Dream: Overcoming July 14-20, 2025

Ubumuntu Arts Festival is the brainchild of Hope Azeda; a major figure in contemporary Rwandan theatre, and, the founder and Artistic Director of Mashirika Performing Arts and Media Company – a leading theatre company in Rwanda. The Ubumuntu journey started when Hope submitted its idea to the Africa Leadership Project as her leadership project proposal. Needless to say her proposal received great feedback and as they say, the rest is history!

For more info: HERE

Experience an evening of dance as Ariel Rivka Dance (ARD) from the USA and Franco-American Althea Dance Company (ADC) present a compelling double bill. ARD captivates by exploring themes of femininity and resilience,  while with powerful, athletic movements, ADC’s dynamic contemporary performances delves into the complexities of identity. Together, they offer a vibrant display of artistic excellence and deep emotional exploration. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness two acclaimed companies share the stage.

This open-level technique and repertory workshop is led by dancers from Ariel Rivka Dance (USA) and Franco-American Althea Dance Theater, showcasing styles of movement and creativity influenced by the transatlantic experience. This unique class offers individual coaching in a supportive, inclusive space. ARD’s style blends classical ballet with modern elements, focusing on fluidity, athleticism, and technical challenge. ADC will focus on fluid movement, floorwork, partnering, repertoire sessions, and physical expression, using contemporary techniques with elements of improvisation and composition.

The session kicks off with a rhythmic warm-up to connect mind and body, followed by learning excerpts from ARD’s and ADC’s repertory, alongside the Artistic Directors & Choreographers and company dancers, immersing participants in the artistic process. This workshop is designed to deepen social and emotional connection while refining artistry and technique, offering a truly transformative experience for dancers of all levels.

Experience an evening of dance as Ariel Rivka Dance (ARD) from the USA and Franco-American Althea Dance Company (ADC) present a compelling double bill. ARD captivates by exploring themes of femininity and resilience,  while with powerful, athletic movements, ADC’s dynamic contemporary performances delves into the complexities of identity. Together, they offer a vibrant display of artistic excellence and deep emotional exploration. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness two acclaimed companies share the stage.

Experience an evening of dance as Ariel Rivka Dance (ARD) from the USA and Franco-American Althea Dance Company (ADC) present a compelling double bill. ARD captivates by exploring themes of femininity and resilience,  while with powerful, athletic movements, ADC’s dynamic contemporary performances delves into the complexities of identity. Together, they offer a vibrant display of artistic excellence and deep emotional exploration. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness two acclaimed companies share the stage.

This open-level technique and repertory workshop is led by dancers from Ariel Rivka Dance (USA) and Franco-American Althea Dance Theater, showcasing styles of movement and creativity influenced by the transatlantic experience. This unique class offers individual coaching in a supportive, inclusive space. ARD’s style blends classical ballet with modern elements, focusing on fluidity, athleticism, and technical challenge. ADC will focus on fluid movement, floorwork, partnering, repertoire sessions, and physical expression, using contemporary techniques with elements of improvisation and composition.

The session kicks off with a rhythmic warm-up to connect mind and body, followed by learning excerpts from ARD’s and ADC’s repertory, alongside the Artistic Directors & Choreographers and company dancers, immersing participants in the artistic process. This workshop is designed to deepen social and emotional connection while refining artistry and technique, offering a truly transformative experience for dancers of all levels.

This open-level technique and repertory workshop is led by dancers from Ariel Rivka Dance (USA) and Franco-American Althea Dance Theater, showcasing styles of movement and creativity influenced by the transatlantic experience. This unique class offers individual coaching in a supportive, inclusive space. ARD’s style blends classical ballet with modern elements, focusing on fluidity, athleticism, and technical challenge. ADC will focus on fluid movement, floorwork, partnering, repertoire sessions, and physical expression, using contemporary techniques with elements of improvisation and composition.

The session kicks off with a rhythmic warm-up to connect mind and body, followed by learning excerpts from ARD’s and ADC’s repertory, alongside the Artistic Directors & Choreographers and company dancers, immersing participants in the artistic process. This workshop is designed to deepen social and emotional connection while refining artistry and technique, offering a truly transformative experience for dancers of all levels.

Experience an evening of dance as Ariel Rivka Dance (ARD) from the USA and Franco-American Althea Dance Company (ADC) present a compelling double bill. ARD captivates by exploring themes of femininity and resilience,  while with powerful, athletic movements, ADC’s dynamic contemporary performances delves into the complexities of identity. Together, they offer a vibrant display of artistic excellence and deep emotional exploration. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness two acclaimed companies share the stage.

Led by dancers from Ariel Rivka Dance, this open-level technique and repertory class provides a welcoming space for the group and the opportunity for individual coaching. The company’s style blends both classical ballet and modern elements in a fluid, athletic, and technically challenging form. Ariel Rivka Dance workshops begin with a rhythmic warm-up that connects the mind and body. Participants then learn excerpts from ARD repertory alongside the choreographer and full company, inviting participants into the artistic process. The goal of these classes is to create a safe environment for professionals to deepen their social and emotional selves while also focusing on their artistry and technique.

Led by dancers from Ariel Rivka Dance, this open-level technique and repertory class provides a welcoming space for the group and the opportunity for individual coaching. The company’s style blends both classical ballet and modern elements in a fluid, athletic, and technically challenging form. Ariel Rivka Dance workshops begin with a rhythmic warm-up that connects the mind and body. Participants then learn excerpts from ARD repertory alongside the choreographer and full company, inviting participants into the artistic process. The goal of these classes is to create a safe environment for professionals to deepen their social and emotional selves while also focusing on their artistry and technique.

Experience an evening of dance as Ariel Rivka Dance (ARD) from the USA and Franco-American Althea Dance Company (ADC) present a compelling double bill. ARD captivates by exploring themes of femininity and resilience,  while with powerful, athletic movements, ADC’s dynamic contemporary performances delves into the complexities of identity. Together, they offer a vibrant display of artistic excellence and deep emotional exploration. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness two acclaimed companies share the stage.

ARD will perform beloved works in a family fun-filled interactive performance at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan alongside cellist Elad Kabilio. Free, no registration required!

https://mmjccm.org/jewish-life/shabbat-holidays/rr-shabbat-jcc

Assembly Member Harvey Epstein, Celebrates Women’s History Month on March 14 with Special guest, Ariel Rivka Dance.

Ariel Rivka Dance’s Annual Spring Season at New York Live Arts

Ariel Rivka Dance’s Annual Spring Season at New York Live Arts

Ariel Rivka Dance’s Annual Spring Season at New York Live Arts