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A View of the Company from Up in the Rigging

Denver Aerial Dance Collective was established in March 2015 as an outlet for dancers and choreographers to come together, create movement, and inspire one another.  

DADC operates through a spirit of collaboration. Instead of the top-down organization of traditional dance companies, all members of the collective contribute creative vision, choreography, and expertise to the repertoire. The result is diverse and eclectic shows that delight audiences of all ages. DADC is also passionate about collaboration in the greater Colorado artistic community, often joining shows with other performers and dancers.

The dancers of DADC are professionals from various dance backgrounds including Ballet, Latin, Jazz, Contemporary, and Aerial dance. Their ultimate goal is to leverage their different strengths to create works that build a stronger appreciation for dance and show that a dancer can shine whether or not their feet ever touch the floor. 

Previous Press

Kansas City Magazine

Sharing a list with famous names like Jason Mraz and Beauty & the Beast, DADC's return to KC Fringe snagged the cover image and a feature in Molly Higgins' exclusive "Things to Do List."

The Pitch

The Pitch Kansas City

Kaylynn Mullins from Kansas City's source for independent news and culture captures the excitement around DADC returning for the 20th KC Fringe Festival.

Daybreak - KDVR

Daybreak Colorado

Ken Clark and Chris Parente of Daybreak on Channel 2 decided to crash one of our rehearsals and learn the ropes of aerial dance.

Chris and Ken soon found out, it’s not as easy as it looks!

What the Fringe?! Podcast

WTF podcast

What the Fringe?! is the podcast dedicated to all things fringe theatre! Host Lauren Hance discussed the collective's unique Fringe history and the secrets behind working in a collective with Collective Member Taylor Coniglio. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music!

Good Day KC

Good Day KC

Ahead of the 2023 Kansas Fringe Festival, DADC joined reporter Palmer Davidson, KC Fringe organizer Audrey Crabtree, and members of Circus Scorpius to showcase the immense talent on display at the festival. Karlyn Griswold takes the mic to discuss our journey to what is the biggest celebration of arts and culture in the Kansas City metropolitan region.

The Denver Post

Denver Post

The Denver Post interviewed Denver Fringe Festival Founder Ann Sabbah in 2023 about the Festival, making the arts accessible to the community, and what to expect for that year. On her short list of shows to see? Returning award winners Denver Aerial Dance Collective.

DADC Fact Sheet

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Appearances and Awards

Past Appearances

  •   Schiff Dance Collective Showcase: 2015, 2016, 2017
  • Convergence Dance Festival: 215, 2017,2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024
  • In the Wings’ Share the Stage V.2: 2021
  • Denver Fringe Festival: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
  • Kansas City Fringe Festival: 2023, 2024
  • Un/classica(eria)l: Holiday Edition at Cleo Parker Robinson: 2023
  • Come the Sun, Come the Night at Cleo Parker Robinson: 2024
  • Biannual guest appearance at Park Hill Dance Academy performances
  • Annual appearances at Dry Dock Brewing Co. and Copper Kettle Brewing Co.
  • Various private events

KC Fringe Festival National Favorite Award 2024

Awarded to the performance that earned both a high number of audience votes and positive professional reviews.

Denver Fringe Festival Audience Choice Award for Ensemble Performance 2022

Denver Fringe Festival Audience Choice Award for Ensemble Performance 2022

Fringe Festival Award

Awarded to the performance with the highest number of audience votes.

Reviews

Backwards & Forwards – Denver Aerial Dance Collective

Un/classica(eria)l: Holiday Edition Takes Dance to New Heights

Backwards & Forwards – Denver Aerial Dance Collective

 Kevin, Denver Fringe Goer

In just under an hour, this piece says a great deal without a single word. Visually stunning and emotionally resonant, Backwards & Forwards is a highlight of this year’s Fringe.  


KWG, Denver Fringe Goer

Best of the 3 shows I saw. Excellent dancers. Well choreographed. Best of Fringe! 

Dream State-Denver Aerial Dance Collective

Un/classica(eria)l: Holiday Edition Takes Dance to New Heights

Backwards & Forwards – Denver Aerial Dance Collective

July 25, 2024

Reviewed by Chas Coffman for KC Fringe

 

The Denver Aerial Dance Collective rarely spoke, only at the beginning and at the end of the show, but every movement and choice during their 45-50 minute continuous performance spoke volumes. With a title like “Dream State”, there is a certain expectation that what the audience will witness will likely seem vague or odd, and in the wrong hands, it may be poorly defined and shapeless. But that was not the case with the capable members of the DADC who embraced the subject of the dream state in choreography, music, lighting, and overall ambiance in a spectacular and mystifying show.

Scored by the music of Son Lux, each piece was accompanied by synthetic orchestrations, unnerving basses, and singers and choirs that could either be ethereal and heavenly or distorted and demonic. The dynamic score portrayed the calming comfort of dreams versus the ever-morphing discomfort of nightmares. Likewise, the lighting reflected dreamlike states: a cooling, peaceful blue for dream segments, and red/amber lighting for the darker and sensual pieces. The low lighting gave the impression of moments before you wake, when you’re still on the verge of consciousness but cannot quite open your eyes. At certain times it created the effect of ghost trails or afterimages of the acrobats, increasing the oneiric imagery of the show.

Performing pieces that blend aerial, ballet, and modern dance, the performance seamlessly flows in and out of surreal moments. Where many dance shows require the ensemble to stay in synch with each other, these performers mirrored movements to highlight the eerie and unnatural nature of copying another perfectly. The use of aerial silks and hammocks transformed with each song: sometimes allowing an aerialist to become cocoon-like or embryonic, a Mayfair pole, an undefined nightmarish creature, two people entwined in a spiderweb, and constantly evolving spinning into something new.

As with any dream, it could be both beautiful and uplifting, but also a bit moody or unsettled. The audience enjoyed the show immensely at the performance I attended. I will note there were a couple of small children in the audience that seemed to be a little uncomfortable with the darker moments. While there are no graphic images, language, or mature subject matter, the show has the capability of eliciting strong emotions that may not be appropriate for younger audiences. But I encourage anyone who likes to experience less non-narrative performances, with a talented set of aerialists, to come see this show at the City Stage at Union Station.

Un/classica(eria)l: Holiday Edition Takes Dance to New Heights

Un/classica(eria)l: Holiday Edition Takes Dance to New Heights

Un/classica(eria)l: Holiday Edition Takes Dance to New Heights

  November 5, 2023

Reviewed by Laura for Mile High

on the Cheap 


Denver Aerial Dance Collective is an aerial dance company that combines aerial arts with professional dance in a beautiful and unique way. Their show Un/classica(eria)l has been remixed for the holiday season with a spooky and festive vibe. From serious athleticism to ballerinas en pointe, spinning at high velocity, to wave of colored lights in the dark, this show has something for everyone in every imaginable style.

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Original aerial hoop design
Chameleon leotards
Aerial silks horror
Chameleon leotards
Aerial silk splits
Chandelier hoop dancers
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