Join us for an unforgettable weekend where movement becomes a message, and every step tells a story. LOVE LETTERS includes three breathtaking shows, bringing together world-renowned dancers and choreographers for a powerful and dynamic experience.  A different theatrical dance experience every day and like no other.

Purchase Friday and Sunday here.  Please purchase Saturday separately. 

Thursday February 12th / 6:00 PM - Backstage with Dayton Contemporary Dance ( FREE EVENT ) No ticket necessary             Go behind the curtain and witness the magic of dance in motion! Join the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company for an exclusive onstage rehearsal experience with the company’s artistic director and dancers.

Friday February 13th / 7:00 PM - Dayton Contemporary Dance Company featuring a Westcoast premiere by hip hop choreographer, Rennie Harris, and the iconic dance Esplanade, choreography by legendary Paul Taylor

Sunday February 15th / 3:00 PM - Sunday Funday the best of So Cal Dance!

Stunning performances of World-class artists, locally and nationally.   Including local favorites, Backhausdance, Ballet Project of Orange County and featured choreography by Azuki Umeda and Rauf Rubberlegz.

Whether you're a longtime lover of dance or new to the art form, LOVE LETTERS will move you—body and soul.

Presented in partnership with the Laguna Playhouse.

Created in 2005 by Founder & Artistic Director, Jodie Gates, Laguna Dance is a nonprofit organization deeply dedicated to the arts and community. The award-winning organization is committed to collaboration, dance presentation, and education through an artistic lens that strategizes innovative ways to commission artists, educate young dancers, and unite people of all ages and cultures. LD has presented world-class dance performances on stage, film, and public spaces to expose new audiences to professional concert dance. Opportunities for aspiring artists through master classes, workshops, intensive programs, performance opportunities, and scholarships continue to be offer and provided by Laguna Dance each year.

OUR MISSION:

“To present world-class dance performance, increase public appreciation for the art, and provide quality dance education.”