Modern dance takes over the Jo Long Theatre by the nationally and internationally recognized troupe, Philadanco Founded in 1970, Philadanco has a legacy of breaking barriers and building bridges across cultural divides, consistently performing for audiences representing a combination of people from diverse communities. PHILADANCO is recognized for its artistic integrity, superbly trained dancers and electrifying performances.. Across the nation and around the world, The Philadelphia Dance Company (PHILADANCO) is celebrated for its innovation, creativity, and preservation of predominantly African-American traditions in dance. It provides world-class dance instruction, promotes emerging dancers and choreographers, and engages its many communities through performances and outreach activities. As part of their mission, PHILADANCO is committed to empowering youth with crucial leadership and development skills that facilitate achievement and success in the world of dance and everyday life. If youre in town when Philadanco is performing, dont miss it: This is one of the most innovative ensembles on the Philadelphia dance scene today. ..have grown from a community arts group to 14 dancers blending African-American, ballet, jazz, and cutting-edge styles. -New York Times The dancers are sublime, the works accessible, and some of the best American choreographers.. all Philadanco dancers have strong ballet technique but the companys repertoire leans more toward modern, so it was fun to see them indulge their classical roots -Philly.com USD 30.00