Business Details
Your Premier Destination for Dance Excellence in Great Barrington
For fifty years, the Olga Dunn Dance has been a beacon of dance excellence in Western Massachusetts. Our mission to uplift, enlighten, and entertain through the art of dance has brought us to prestigious venues like Tanglewood's Ozawa Hall, Jacobs Pillow Dance Festival, and The Egg in Albany. We rehearse 46 weeks annually, delivering original choreography that challenges and inspires our dancers while captivating diverse audiences. Collaborations with renowned artists like Albany Pro Musica and Joanne Shenandoah have enriched our productions, creating vibrant, multidimensional performances. As one of the first year-round non-profit dance organizations in Western Massachusetts, we've reached thousands through performances, workshops, and outreach programs.Our commitment to community engagement includes lecture-demonstrations for schools and partnerships with local arts organizations. Under the artistic direction of Olga Dunn, we continue to push creative boundaries while maintaining our founding principles of artistic integrity and public accessibility. Our dancers' technical mastery and emotional expressiveness have been praised for their soul-satisfying fluidity and effortless execution. We remain dedicated to making dance accessible to all, whether through full-length theater performances or educational outreach initiatives. This enduring commitment to both artistic excellence and community service defines our legacy and guides our future.
Services
Dance Performances
Workshops
Lecture Demonstrations
Outreach Programs
Choreography Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 50 years of dance excellence and innovation
- Our collaborations with renowned artists enhance performances
- We provide year-round dance education and outreach programs
- Our company has received multiple state arts awards
- We combine technical mastery with emotionally resonant storytelling
Services
Dance Performances
Our professional dance company presents full-length performances featuring original choreography that combines technical precision with emotional storytelling. These productions have been showcased at prestigious venues like Tanglewood and Jacobs Pillow. Each performance demonstrates our commitment to artistic innovation while maintaining accessibility for diverse audiences.
Workshops
We offer hands-on dance workshops for all skill levels, led by our professional dancers and artistic director. These sessions focus on technique development, creative expression, and understanding choreographic principles. Participants gain practical experience while learning from industry professionals with decades of combined expertise.
Lecture Demonstrations
Our interactive lecture-demonstrations combine performance elements with educational content about dance techniques and history. Designed for school groups and community organizations, these programs make dance accessible through engaging demonstrations and audience participation. Each session is adaptable for different age groups and educational needs.
Outreach Programs
We bring dance to underserved populations through outreach initiatives at nursing homes, schools, and community centers. These programs use dance as a tool for social connection and personal expression. Our outreach efforts reflect our mission to make dance accessible to all members of the community.
Choreography Services
Our artistic team creates custom choreography for performances and special events. Drawing from diverse dance styles and techniques, we develop original works that tell compelling stories. This service showcases the creative vision that has earned us state arts awards and festival recognitions.
People
Olga Dunn
Artistic Director
Founder of the company with over 50 years of dance experience, Olga Dunn has shaped the organization's artistic vision since its inception. Her choreography has received state awards and festival recognitions.
Questions
What types of performances does your company offer?
We offer full-length dance performances and interactive lecture demonstrations adaptable for all age groups and venues.
Are donations to your organization tax-deductible?
Yes, we are a federally approved 501(c)3 nonprofit, making all contributions tax-deductible as allowed by law.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Western Massachusetts and the greater Northeast region through performances and outreach programs.
What educational programs do you offer?
We provide dance workshops, master classes, and lecture-demonstrations for schools and community organizations.