We Are Committed to using dance to foster personal, cultural, and social change.
We don’t just perform—we provoke, empower, and transform. Every movement is a story, every stage a call to rise.
Catch The Show
Phoenix
Danse
Committed to sharing our artistry in Philadelphia, throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region and across the nation.
Nia-Next
Youth dance company fosters artistic growth and networking opportunities for young adults between the ages of 10-18.
Danse4Nia Conservatory
Fall/spring session designed to foster excellence in the performing arts on a hybrid (virtual & in-person) platform
Phoenix
Danse
Committed to sharing our artistry in Philadelphia, throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region and across the nation.
Nia-Next
Youth dance company fosters artistic growth and networking opportunities for young adults between the ages of 10-18.
Danse4Nia Conservatory
Fall/spring session designed to foster excellence in the performing arts on a hybrid (virtual & in-person) platform
Our Purpose, In Motion
In the Kiswahili language, the word “nia” means “purpose.” As an organization, we dance for purpose — to inspire ourselves and others toward positive personal, social and cultural change.
Founded in 2006 by Antoinette M. Coward-Gilmore, Danse4Nia is one of Philadelphia’s premiere performing arts organization serving as the home to professional project-based, dance company Phoenix Danse, youth dance company Nia-Next and arts education/ performing arts training program Danse4Nia Conservatory.
General Operating Support Funded In Part By
Fuel the Movement
Every step, every story, every performance is made possible by people like you. Your support fuels our mission and uplifts the next generation of changemakers.
We’re Here to Help
Whether you’re curious about our programs, performances, or how to get involved, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out and a member of our team will be in touch soon.
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