Set against the incredible backdrop of the City Marina in downtown Charlevoix, attendees are in for an evening of artistic brilliance and a captivating performance. Before the main event, guests can enjoy pre-show tunes by Jordan Hamilton and his band, setting the perfect mood for the evening ahead. The program boasts an impressive lineup of professional dancers from across the country, showcasing new dance works by esteemed choreographers Matthew Neenan and Resident Choreographer Jennifer McQuiston Lott, in collaboration with composer Jordan Hamilton and musicians Grayson Nye & Andy Catlin. Additionally, audiences can look forward to a new work by Artistic Director Brent Whitney, promising a diverse and engaging program. This performance features guest artists Isabella Lafreneire, a dancer of the New York City Ballet, and Dylan Ward of Pacific Northwest Ballet, performing choreographer Peter Martin’s famous Black Swan Pas de Deux from the ballet Swan Lake. Following the performance, attendees are invited to participate in a Q&A session with the dancers, musicians, choreographers, and crew, providing insight into the creative process and behind-the-scenes experiences. This promises to be a highlight event of the summer, offering a unique and unforgettable experience that combines live performance with the beautiful setting of downtown Charlevoix’s City Marina. Please remember to bring your own chairs or blankets as seating will not be provided. All donations will go towards supporting the Traverse City Dance Project, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. This event is accessible to all, but please reach out to us in advance if there are specific needs we can prepare for.

6:30 Pre-Show Music

7:30 Performance