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For 50 years and counting, The Dance Foundation is a nonprofit organization bringing the joy of dance to students throughout the Greater Birmingham area.

Celebrating *** years of

learning to dance

learning through dance

building confidence

igniting curiosity

inspiring creativity

dance for everyone

exploration and discovery

community and collaboration

moving together

For 50 years, The Dance Foundation has been bringing the joy of dance to students of all ages throughout the Greater Birmingham area.

Dance is the universal language that connects us.

The Dance Foundation is a place where everyone can embrace the art of dance. Whether you are currently dancing, returning to dance, or just beginning, people of all ages and abilities are welcome. Here, you can dance. Feel joy. Gain confidence. Be creative.

You belong at The Dance Foundation, where we celebrate the dancer in every body and the dance in every movement.

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At The Dance Foundation, we have opportunities for all ages to grow, express themselves, and experience the joy of dance.

Find a class, event or workshop today and start encountering the connections, freedom, and fun of dance.

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Backstage Bargains 2026

BACKSTAGE BARGAINS 2026 Annual shopping event begins Friday, October 2, 2026, 2-5 PM SHOP new and gently-used dance wear and dance shoes, Halloween costumes and dress up clothes. Mail or bring your donation today before the event begins! at The Dance Foundation 1715 27th Court South Homewood,...

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FREEFORM

Join us for an eclectic dance performance featuring Dance Foundation students and guest performers. Friday, November 13 @ 7:30 PMSaturday, November 14 @ 5:15 PMSaturday, November 14 @ 7:30 PM Tickets are limited and will go on sale November 6, 2026. Approximately 50 minutes at The Dance Foundation1715...

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Our Work in the Community

Our reach goes much farther than our physical location. Since our founding, we’ve worked with local non-profits, schools, and other organizations to bring dance to people of all ages in the Greater Birmingham area. Today, we touch the lives of more than 15,000 individuals.

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Want to Rent Space?

Our four studios and 100-seat theatre are available to community artists and organizations in Birmingham who need comfortable, affordable, and professional studio space for classes, workshops, rehearsals, special events, and performances.

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50 Stories for Fifty Years

Dance empowers people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. See how The Dance Foundation has impacted our community, and share your own story.

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Just when we thought the sale was over, we added two NEW racks of costumes! …we just didn’t have room for it all until now. So, there’s still time to shop and snag a great deal-fill a bag for $10!

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Just when we thought the sale was over, we added two NEW racks of costumes! …we just didn’t have room for it all until now. So, there’s still time to shop and snag a great deal-fill a bag for $10!

We do have classes on Monday holidays. See you in the studio!

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We do have classes on Monday holidays. See you in the studio!

Last chance!

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Be safe out there!

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So, you’ve heard of casual Fridays, but we do it TDF style. Today is our annual BACKSTAGE BARGAINS SALE. Join us in finding a costume for you!!! Costumes for Halloween, for spirit dress-up days, and casual Fridays😅 2-5 PM
Sales continues through October 10th, but we don’t have room to keep it all, so today’s the day to peruse it all!

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