Throughout the year the various classes and programs have performances to showcase their hard work.
We invite you to attend and show your support.
Below is a list of upcoming Tanner Dance events.
In Accord: An Evening of Music & Movement
Friday, January 31, 2025 at 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM
Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM
Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts & Education Complex
Mary Ann Walton Lee Black Box Theatre
1721 Campus Center Drive, Salt Lake City, UT
This annual performance highlights the creative connection between music and dance. Come see dancers of all ages from a variety of Tanner Dance programs: Children’s Dance Theatre, the Contemporary Companies, the Virginia Tanner Creative Dance Program, Adults with Disabilities, and students from our Arts-in-Education partner schools. Live accompaniment performed by both professional and student musicians will make for an exciting, art-filled evening!
Tickets are $15 for adults, and $10 for children and students up to age 22.
Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Each ticket is valid for one show time only.
No food, drinks or photography are allowed in the theatre.
Free parking will be available in the Tanner Dance lot and on the top level of the parking structure.
Tanner Dance Children's Dance Theatre Presents:
Full Length Concert
Don't miss the premiere of the Children's Dance Theatre's newest full-length stage production at the Capitol Theatre. Each year, the young dancers of CDT bring to life a compelling story of adventure and discovery, complemented by an original musical score and custom-designed costumes. Established in 1949 by Virginia Tanner, the Children's Dance Theatre is the second-oldest performing arts organization in Utah, and has earned state, national, and international recognition.
Date, location, price
This performance is recommended for ages 8+. Please no babes in arms.
Tanner Dance Adults with Disabilities Program Presents
LEADD Showcase
Under the Adults with Disabilities arm of Tanner Dance, the Learning and Engaging through Arts Discipline and Development Program hosts an annual Spring Showcase. Participants share the art, dance, and literature they created throughout the year.
Date, location, price
This showcase is open to the public.
Tanner Dance Elevate Theater Company Presents:
Jr. Musicals
Elevate Theater Company exclusively involves actors with developmental and intellectual disabilities, accommodated by volunteer coaches. We admire the hard work of our performers and hope you will join us as they present this inspiring show.
Date, location, price
All ages and abilities are welcome (and encouraged!) to attend.
Tanner Creative Dance Program Presents:
Spring Showcase
Celebrate the sunshine of springtime with our Creative Dance Program. Our spring showcase is held at Kingsbury Hall and provides a platform for our students to demonstrate the artistic skills they have honed throughout the year.
Date, location, price
This performance is recommended for ages 8+. Please no babes in arms.
Tanner Dance Contemporary Companies Present:
Tipping Point Showcase
Company members present new pieces of students’ original choreography, as well as pieces by faculty and guest artists.
Date, location, price
This performance is recommended for ages 8+. Please no babes in arms.
Past Performances this Season
Tanner Dance Contemporary Companies Present:
La Galerie de Nuit (The Night Gallery)
Momentum Showcase 2024
Join the Tanner Dance Contemporary Companies for a dynamic tour through an imaginary Paris exhibition. This curated collection of choreography was created by the dancers, Tanner Dance faculty, and guest choreographers. Each piece is inspired by a well-known work of art or famous artist, many with ties to "City of Art".
Friday, October 4 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, October 5 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Mary Ann Walton Lee Black Box Theatre
Tanner Dance ~ Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts & Education Complex
1721 Campus Center Drive, Salt Lake City
Tickets are $15 each, or $10 for students (youth and university students).
This performance is recommended for ages 8+. Please no babes in arms.
Tanner Dance Studio Program Presents:
Ring Around the Rose
This November, as part of Repertory Dance Theatre's Ring Around the Rose series, selected dancers from Tanner Dance's Studio Program will take to the stage at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center. This delightful, family-friendly performance will include some audience participation, and will feature a variety of original choreography created by the faculty and dancers of our Studio Program. RDT's Ring Around the Rose is a wiggle-friendly performance series for children and families that explores the magical world of the arts.
Saturday, November 9, 2024 11:00AM & 1:00PM
Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center - Jeanne' Wagner Theatre
138 W 300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Tickets are $6.00 per person
Children of all ages are welcome (and encouraged!)
Tanner Dance Children's Dance Theatre Presents:
CDT at the Rose
Join us at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center for a performance by the Children's Dance Theatre (CDT). Established in 1949 by Virginia Tanner, the Children's Dance Theatre is Tanner Dance's premier performing company, and has earned state, national, and international recognition. This concert will feature a diverse assortment of original choreography performed by selected classes from CDT.
Saturday, November 9, 2024 7:00PM
Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center - Jeanne' Wagner Theatre
138 W 300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Tickets are $15 each, or $10 for children 12 and under.
Children of all ages are welcome (and encouraged!)
Tanner Dance Ballet Program Presents:
Nutcracker Delights
This December, our Ballet Program students will share a delightful collection of dances set to musical selections from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker.
Date, location, price
Tickets only available to participating families. Check email for ticket links.
Tanner Creative Dance Program Presents:
Simple Gifts
This December, our Creative Dance students will celebrate the holiday season with a showcase of the skills they have developed over the fall semester.
Date, location, price
Tickets only available to participating families. Check email for ticket links.