Events - Dance
Dance Building opening celebration
Thursday, September 24, 2026 3:30pm
Dance Building
Our blockbuster year continues! In 2026, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the University of Iowa's Bachelor of Arts in Dance—and we are moving the Department of Dance into our new home this fall.
Collaborative Performance: Dance x International Writing Program
Saturday, October 10, 2026 7:30pm
Space Place Theater
An Iowa tradition connects writers from around the world and Department of Dance students.
Holding Space: Stories of Interdisciplinary Collaboration — Counterpoint event featuring Stephanie Miracle
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 5:00pm to 6:30pm
Voxman Music Building
Join us to celebrate the interdisciplinary work of University of Iowa choreographer and assistant professor of dance Stephanie Miracle, recipient of the 2026 Obermann Interdisciplinary Achievement Award.
Miracle will bring together dance, engineering, and the humanities in a new choreographed work featuring dancers performing alongside robots built by the University of Iowa College of Engineering, with narration by Eric Gidal.
A conversation among Miracle, Gidal, and engineering collaborator Deema...
Alonzo King LINES Ballet
Saturday, October 17, 2026 7:30pm
Hancher Auditorium
An “Irreplaceable Dance Treasure” (Dance Heritage Coalition), King reigns in contemporary ballet.
Dance Auditions
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Dance Building
Dance auditions are open to anyone, regardless of major!
Hawkeye Dance Day: Fall 2026
Friday, November 13, 2026 8:30am to 4:00pm
Dance Building
Campus visit day for prospective dance majors
Dance Gala
Friday, November 13, 2026 7:30pm
Hancher Auditorium
Experience the beloved annual celebration of the artistry of University of Iowa dance students and faculty.
Dance Gala
Saturday, November 14, 2026 7:30pm
Hancher Auditorium
Experience the beloved annual celebration of the artistry of University of Iowa dance students and faculty.
Dance Thesis I Concert: Olivia Farmerie
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 7:30pm
Space Place Theater
This performance will feature works choreographed by graduate student Olivia Farmerie from the University of Iowa Department of Dance.
Dance Thesis I Concert: Olivia Farmerie
Thursday, November 19, 2026 7:30pm
Space Place Theater
This performance will feature works choreographed by graduate student Olivia Farmerie from the University of Iowa Department of Dance.