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Dance Happenings

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Dance Classes + Workshops

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Fall 2026 Adult Dance Classes at ADF

Weekly adult dance classes for Fall 2026 (September 14–December 13) No class November 23–29 Rates Adult Drop-In Class – $15
September 14, 2026
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December 13, 2026
Host: American Dance Festival
Event Registration Fees: $5-$120
Durham
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Trauma-Sensitive Yoga

NAMI Wake County is excited to offer Trauma-Sensitive Yoga sessions in partnership with the UNC Center for Excellence in Community
September 17, 2026, 4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
Host: NAMI Wake County
Event Registration Fees: FREE
Raleigh
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Open Intermediate Contemporary

Intermediate level contemporary classes for ages 16+. All experience levels welcome! Drop in for $10 per class.
September 20, 2026, 12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
Host: Violet Ballet
Event Registration Fees: $10
Durham
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Workshops Before Ballroom Barre with Coach Lori Woods-Gay

Join Coach-in-Residence Lori Woods-Gay for a series of targeted, 50-minute skill-building workshops designed to break down essential elements of dance
September 21, 2026, 6:00 PM
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6:50 PM
Host: A Step to Gold Community Ballroom
Event Registration Fees: $35 for each individual class or 4 classes for only $120
Raleigh
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Dance Auditions + Opportunities

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“An” Music Video Casting Call | Female Lead / Featured Dancer

Casting Carolina is seeking a **female lead / featured dancer** for “An,” an upcoming music video by recording artist Justin
September 29, 2026, 12:00 PM
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3:00 PM
Host: Casting Carolina
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“An” Music Video Casting Call | Female Lead / Featured Dancer

Casting Carolina is seeking a **female lead / featured dancer** for “An,” an upcoming music video by recording artist Justin
September 30, 2026, 6:00 PM
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9:00 PM
Host: Casting Carolina
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Dance Socials + Festivals

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September Swing Dance Party

Beginner Lesson starts at 7PM, this in included with admission. Music and dancing will kick off at 8PM with a
September 19, 2026, 7:00 PM
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11:00 PM
Host: Triangle Swing Dance Society
Event Registration Fees: $20
Carrboro
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Flying Home

Flying Home is a weekend-long party celebrating Swing Era Jazz with world class bands, top level instructors, and excited dancers.
October 23, 2026, 7:00 PM
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October 25, 2026, 9:00 PM
Host: Triangle Swing Dance Society
Event Registration Fees: $15-200
Carrboro
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Triangle Fusion Dance Festival

Founded by @triangle_fusion – Triangle Fusion Dance Festival gives dancers & choreographers a place to showcase their talents, network, &
November 21, 2026, 7:00 PM
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9:00 PM
Host: Triangle Fusion Dance Company
Event Registration Fees: $20
Raleigh
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Dance Performances

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All Dance Happenings

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Fall 2026 Adult Dance Classes at ADF

Weekly adult dance classes for Fall 2026 (September 14–December 13) No class November 23–29 Rates Adult Drop-In Class – $15
September 14, 2026
–
December 13, 2026
Host: American Dance Festival
Event Registration Fees: $5-$120
Durham
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Trauma-Sensitive Yoga

NAMI Wake County is excited to offer Trauma-Sensitive Yoga sessions in partnership with the UNC Center for Excellence in Community
September 17, 2026, 4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
Host: NAMI Wake County
Event Registration Fees: FREE
Raleigh
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September Swing Dance Party

Beginner Lesson starts at 7PM, this in included with admission. Music and dancing will kick off at 8PM with a
September 19, 2026, 7:00 PM
–
11:00 PM
Host: Triangle Swing Dance Society
Event Registration Fees: $20
Carrboro
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Open Intermediate Contemporary

Intermediate level contemporary classes for ages 16+. All experience levels welcome! Drop in for $10 per class.
September 20, 2026, 12:00 PM
–
1:00 PM
Host: Violet Ballet
Event Registration Fees: $10
Durham
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Workshops Before Ballroom Barre with Coach Lori Woods-Gay

Join Coach-in-Residence Lori Woods-Gay for a series of targeted, 50-minute skill-building workshops designed to break down essential elements of dance
September 21, 2026, 6:00 PM
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6:50 PM
Host: A Step to Gold Community Ballroom
Event Registration Fees: $35 for each individual class or 4 classes for only $120
Raleigh
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Ballroom Barre Workshop with Coach Lori Woods-Gay (8 slots available)

Dates: Mondays — Aug 31 | Sept 21 | Oct 5 | Nov 16 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:20 PM
September 21, 2026, 7:00 PM
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8:50 PM
Host: A Step to Gold Community Ballroom
Event Registration Fees: $75 for each Individual class or book all 4 sessions for $250
Raleigh
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Trauma-Sensitive Yoga

NAMI Wake County is excited to offer Trauma-Sensitive Yoga sessions in partnership with the UNC Center for Excellence in Community
September 22, 2026, 10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
Host: NAMI Wake County
Event Registration Fees: FREE
Raleigh
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Trauma-Sensitive Yoga

NAMI Wake County is excited to offer Trauma-Sensitive Yoga sessions in partnership with the UNC Center for Excellence in Community
September 24, 2026, 4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
Host: NAMI Wake County
Event Registration Fees: FREE
Raleigh
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Class with Janice Lancaster

What: Class* with Janice Lancaster Where: Greensboro Cultural Center, Studio 413 | Greensboro, NC When: Saturday, September 26, 2026 |
September 26, 2026, 1:30 PM
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3:30 PM
Host: Dance Assembly NC
Event Registration Fees: $15-$25; NOTAFLOF
Greensboro
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Open Intermediate Contemporary

Intermediate level contemporary classes for ages 16+. All experience levels welcome! Drop in for $10 per class.
September 27, 2026, 12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
Host: Violet Ballet
Event Registration Fees: $10
Durham
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Trauma-Sensitive Yoga

NAMI Wake County is excited to offer Trauma-Sensitive Yoga sessions in partnership with the UNC Center for Excellence in Community
September 29, 2026, 10:30 AM
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11:30 AM
Host: NAMI Wake County
Event Registration Fees: FREE
Raleigh
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“An” Music Video Casting Call | Female Lead / Featured Dancer

Casting Carolina is seeking a **female lead / featured dancer** for “An,” an upcoming music video by recording artist Justin
September 29, 2026, 12:00 PM
–
3:00 PM
Host: Casting Carolina
New
ChatGPT Image Sep 16 2026 02 41 54 PM 768x512

“An” Music Video Casting Call | Female Lead / Featured Dancer

Casting Carolina is seeking a **female lead / featured dancer** for “An,” an upcoming music video by recording artist Justin
September 30, 2026, 6:00 PM
–
9:00 PM
Host: Casting Carolina
New
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Trauma-Sensitive Yoga

NAMI Wake County is excited to offer Trauma-Sensitive Yoga sessions in partnership with the UNC Center for Excellence in Community
October 1, 2026, 4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
Host: NAMI Wake County
Event Registration Fees: FREE
Raleigh
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Open Intermediate Contemporary

Intermediate level contemporary classes for ages 16+. All experience levels welcome! Drop in for $10 per class.
October 4, 2026, 12:00 PM
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1:00 PM
Host: Violet Ballet
Event Registration Fees: $10
Durham
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Workshops Before Ballroom Barre with Coach Lori Woods-Gay

Join Coach-in-Residence Lori Woods-Gay for a series of targeted, 50-minute skill-building workshops designed to break down essential elements of dance
October 5, 2026, 6:00 PM
–
6:50 PM
Host: A Step to Gold Community Ballroom
Event Registration Fees: $35 for each individual class or 4 classes for only $120
Raleigh
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Ballroom Barre Workshop with Coach Lori Woods-Gay (8 slots available)

Dates: Mondays — Aug 31 | Sept 21 | Oct 5 | Nov 16 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:20 PM
October 5, 2026, 7:00 PM
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8:50 PM
Host: A Step to Gold Community Ballroom
Event Registration Fees: $75 for each Individual class or book all 4 sessions for $250
Raleigh
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Beginner Thriller Choreography Adult Dance Class

Learn the original Thriller choreography by Michael Peters! Taught by Angela Vecchione at The Heat Dance Collective in Aberdeen, NC.
October 7, 2026, 6:00 PM
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7:30 PM
Host: avec Productions
Event Registration Fees: $15
Aberdeen
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Trauma-Sensitive Yoga

NAMI Wake County is excited to offer Trauma-Sensitive Yoga sessions in partnership with the UNC Center for Excellence in Community
October 8, 2026, 4:00 PM
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5:00 PM
Host: NAMI Wake County
Event Registration Fees: FREE
Raleigh
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Class with Londs Reuter

What: Class* (Effort Lab) with Londs Reuter Where: Greensboro Cultural Center, Studio 403 | Greensboro, NC When: Saturday, October 10,
October 10, 2026, 1:30 PM
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3:30 PM
Host: Dance Assembly NC
Event Registration Fees: $15-$25; NOTAFLOF
Greensboro