Schedule of Events
Western Dance Project Sneak Peek with Guest Choreographer Noelle Kayser
Sep. 4
4 to 5 p.m.
Dalton Center
A free, informal studio showing of choreography in progress with guest artist Noelle Kayser. Audiences will see the progress of her work with WMU students and hear about the creative process behind Western Dance Project’s upcoming season.
Fall Noon Dance Showing
Oct. 10
12 to 1 p.m.
Dalton Center
A midday, in-studio performance of new works created and performed by WMU Dance students. This informal, fun showing of creativity and spirit provides a chance for students to celebrate dance and each other.
Open Rehearsal with Great Works Guest Choreographer Peter Chu
Oct. 31
5 to 6 p.m.
Dalton Center
Watch the creative process unfold as guest choreographer Peter Chu works with WMU dancers to shape a new piece for the 2026 Winter Gala Dance Concert. This open rehearsal offers a bhind-the-scenes look at how movement is built, refined, and brought to life.
WMU Student Dance Concert
Friday, Nov. 14, 2025 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Dalton Center
Our student ensembles take over the stage with a diverse and exciting performance of dance. Expect sincerity, bold choices, and glimpses of tomorrow’s dance artists in an intimate setting.
WMU Dance BA Senior Capstone Presentation
Friday, Nov. 21, 2025 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Dalton Center
In this capstone event, BA Dance seniors share the choreography and performances that define their WMU journey, blending personal vision with the craft they’ve built over their years of study.
WMU Dance Downtown: Kalamazoo Art Hop
Dec. 5
6 to 7 p.m.
Epic Center, Wellspring Cori Terry Theatre
Kalamazoo’s Art Hop gets a rhythmic upgrade: Presentations of art scattered throughout downtown Kalamazoo invite you to bump into movement (and WMU dancers) between shops and gallery stops. Join us for this hour long performance featuring WMU students and celebrate dance in Kzoo!
Winter Gala Dance Concert
Friday, Feb. 13, 2026 — 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026 — 2 to 4 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026 — 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026 — 2 to 4 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026 — 2 to 4 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026 — 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026 — 2 to 4 p.m.
Gilmore Theatre Complex
The annual Winter Gala Dance Concert is the highlight of the year, featuring a broad variety of work by faculty and guest choreographers, performed by WMU’s talented dance students in a full-stage production. This year's concert features original work by Great Works choreographer Peter Chu.
Ebony Vision – Student Dance Concert
Friday, Feb. 27, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, March 1, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, March 1, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Dalton Center
An inspired student-produced concert from student organization Ebony Vision, showcasing choreography and performance that centers creative voices and experiences of students of color.
Spring Noon Dance Showing
March 20
12 to 1 p.m.
Dalton Center
Another dose of midday inspiration - short-form dance performances by WMU students that challenge your senses and wake up your day. All the energy of the studio, in a bite-sized lunchtime performance.
WMU Dance BFA Junior Jury Presentation
March 22
4 to 5:30 p.m.
Dalton Center
Bachelor of Fine Arts juniors in dance present their Junior Juries, a key milestone in the program showcasing their technical and artistic growth.
BFA Senior Graduating Presentation
Friday, April 10, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, April 11, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 11, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, April 12, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Friday, April 17, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, April 19, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 11, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 11, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, April 12, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Friday, April 17, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 18, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Sunday, April 19, 2026 — 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Dalton Center
A culminating celebration of the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance students, this event showcases seniors’ capstone works and solo performances, marking the transition from student to professional with artistry that is both deeply personal and performance-ready.
Western Dance Project Concert
Thursday, April 23, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Friday, April 24, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Friday, April 24, 2026 — 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Dalton Center
The season’s final concert celebration from Western Dance Project, WMU's preprofessional student dance company, featuring repertory works by faculty and guest choreographers.