Cleveland Public Theatre<https://www.cptonline.org/> Presents DanceWorks 2024<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2023-2024/category/series/dance-works/> An Annual Showcase of Contemporary Dance April 18 - May 18, 2024 Four weekends of different dance performances and styles will take place in Cleveland Public Theatre's Gordon Square Theatre. This year's styles include contemporary ballet, modern, hip-hop fusion, Afro beats, Indian and more. See this year's exciting line-up below! DanceWorks performances are known to sell-out, thus, we encourage early online ticket purchases<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2023-2024/category/series/dance-works/>. Week 1: April 18-April 20 Ajayi Dance, Elizabeth Pollert, and Sarah Holmes Villanueva Dance present Fenestella<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2023-2024/ajayi-dance-elizabeth-pollert-sara-holmes-villanueva-dance/> Fenestella is a window into the work and collaborations of Sarah Holmes Villanueva Dance, Ajayi Dance, and Elizabeth Pollert. Week 2: April 25-April 27 Ohio Contemporary Ballet (Formerly Verb Ballet) presents Fresh Inventions<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2023-2024/week-2-ohio-contemporary-ballet-formerly-verb-ballet/> Ohio Contemporary Ballet presents Fresh Inventions, a program of new works created by company dancers. Expect a mosaic of styles, from the raw power of modern ballet to the subtle nuances of contemporary movement. ocballet.org<https://ocballet.org/> Week 3: May 9-May 11 Inlet Dance Theatre presents CONNECTIONS<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2023-2024/danceworks-week-3-inlet-dance-theatre/> We live in a world filled with AI, fake news, and virtual "reality." Yet humans are born wired for connection--it's in our DNA, as strong a need as food, water, and shelter. Inlet's concert is real―real bodies, real space, and real connections. inletdance.org<http://www.inletdance.org/> Week 4: May 16-18 (Double Bill) with Blakk Jakk Dance Collective and Shri Kalaa Mandir<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2023-2024/week-4-blakk-jakk-dance-collective-and-shri-kalaa-mandir/> Blakk Jakk Dance Collective presents two parts― Sankofa (Pt 1) and JOY (Pt 2) Sankofa (Pt 1) This piece is a tribute to the groundbreaking 1993 film SANKOFA, directed and written by the talented Haile Gerima. JOY (Pt 2) This piece is about finding Joy and inspiration through music and movement. Shri Kalaa Mandir presents Yin Yang - Dimensions of Duality Yin Yang is a fundamental concept deeply rooted in ancient philosophy and culture. It symbolizes the interconnectedness and interdependence of all things in the universe, encapsulating the dynamic balance between opposing forces. Thursdays are Covid-conscious performances where face masks are required. Click here <https://www.cptonline.org/plan-your-visit/> for COVID-19 Safety Protocols. Also, every Friday is Free Bev Friday at CPT where patrons and artists can mingle and discuss the performance and enjoy select complimentary beverages. Choose What You Pay<https://www.cptonline.org/box-office/> tickets range from $1 to $40 and can be purchased without handling fees online at www.cptonline.org<http://www.cptonline.org> or by phone through the Box Office at 216.631.2727 ext. 501.