Performances
Learn more about Cohesion's various dance and movement educational programs and classes in and beyond our community.
2025 Guest Artist Residency
Supporting artists in the development of new work based on its 2025 project of Resonance ~ an evening of Art Inspiring Art
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Cohesion Dance Project (CDP) presents a reimagined rendition of its unique production, Resonance ~ an evening of Art Inspiring Art, on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 7:30pm at the Helena Civic Center.
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At the heart of Resonance is a seamless fusion of dance and sculpture, enriched by live music, spoken word, poetry, and visual art. This dynamic production showcases contemporary choreography by both visiting and local artists, performed by dancers from across the community. Their movements weave effortlessly through three original kinetic sculptures, accompanied by powerful spoken-word poetry and live, original music.
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Originally created and premiered in 2018, Resonance returns in 2025, centered around the captivating metal sculptures designed and built by acclaimed sculptor and ceramic artist Richard Swanson. This year’s production features additional artistic contributions, including poetry by bestselling author Tyler Knott Gregson, original music by Joshua Loveland and J. Stuart Smith, visual art by Christina Barbachano, Executive Director of the Holter Museum, and more.
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The choreography highlights a diverse lineup of artists, including over 25 community and professional dancers performing works by guest choreographers lisa nevada (New York City) and Toree Benson (Butte), and local choreographers Julynn Wildman, Jess Partridge, Sarah Dassinger, and Tanya Call.
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A Gala event with Art Auction will occur just prior to the performance, starting at 5:30pm at the Civic Center. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the contributing artists and enjoy hors d’ oeuvres, drinks, and specialty desserts, along with exclusive Gala seating at the performance.
Join us for a Resonance Pre-Event Gala
Cohesion Dance Project's presents
End of Session Performance
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Cohesion Center
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Join us for the our End of Session Show where student who attended classes during our Winter/Spring Session get to share what they have learned. These choreographed pieces are a demonstration of the movements, coordination and skills taught throughout the session.
ACE Showcase
Accelerated Contemporary Experience (ACE), will present original student choreography they each developed during the program on Saturday, March 15 at 6:00pm.
ACE is a comprehensive dance training program designed to further the growth and development of contemporary dancers, ages 10-adult, through enhanced training and performance opportunities, fostering creativity, imagination, collaboration and mentorship.
The performance features new works created by the six dancers in the program along with ACE teaching staff. 2025 is the second year of this innovative dance training program.
Shira Greenbergs's Nutcracker On the Rocks 2024
Created by Shira Greenberg, Artistic Director of Keshet Dance Company in Albuquerque, NM, this community based, rock-n-roll rendition of the classic holiday tale features the music of James Brown, Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, and more along with a roaring Harley Davidson on stage! One exciting scene after another showcases a unique and energetic fusion of dancers and dance styles as audiences are taken on a thrilling journey through the decades, including the roaring 20’s, a sock hop of the 50’s, and flower power of the 60’s.Artistically blending beginners to professionals in creative partnerships and energetic collaborations this powerful performance seamlessly weaves people of all abilities, including those dancing from their wheelchairs, into the fabric of the choreography. Exhilarated audiences have experienced heart-warming joy and tears of inspiration upon witnessing the diversity of the cast, the energy leaping out from the stage, and visions of unlimited possibilities.Originating in Albuquerque, NM, and performed there for 20 years, Helena now holds the prestigious honor of being the only location where this innovative production is staged.
Thank you to our Premiere and Sustaining Sponsors and Grant Funders!
Thank you All Former Cast Members!
10-Year Reunion
Cohesion Dance Project hosted Helena’s Community Choreography Showcase on Saturday February 22, 2025, at Cohesion Center. This entertaining, family-friendly performance showcases new and seasoned choreographers of all ages and abilities as they share their creative works in a variety of dance styles including Irish Dancing, Hip-Hop, Tap, Belly Dancing, Modern/Contemporary and more. The performance highlights an energetic collection of dancers and dance groups from across the community.
