Eisenhower Dance Detroit to offer U.P. RootEDD program, contemporary dance performances August 13-19

This week the Rozsa Center welcomes Eisenhower Dance Detroit, offering the public -- ages 14 and above -- a local program of dancing, grounding and self-care from Sunday, August 13, to Saturday, August 19. (Poster courtesy Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts)

HOUGHTON -- The Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts will present Eisenhower Dance Detroit for U.P. RootEDD, a family friendly summer vacation experience during the week of Aug. 13-19. These professional contemporary dancers will also give two performances on the Rozsa stage -- at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13, and at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19.

Find out about the program of dancing, grounding and self-care at 9 a.m. Sunday in the Rozsa. The program, for ages 14 and above, will feature the following:

• Classes in a variety of styles and disciplines
• Ballet, contemporary, jazz, partnering, contemporary ballet, alignment, EDD repertory, choreography, etc.
• Beach yoga, outdoor ropes courses, hikes, paddle boarding, guided improvisation by campfire, journaling and so much more!
• Opportunities and free time to explore the beauty of the Upper Peninsula.

Eisenhower Dance Detroit is "A professional repertory company that, through outstanding performances and educational services, strives to deepen the understanding and appreciation of contemporary dance regionally, nationally, and internationally and to reflect on and explore issues of social significance."

U.P.ROOTEDD OPENING PERFORMANCE

Eisenhower Dance Detroit dancers. (Photo courtesy Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts)

General admission tickets are available for an opening performance at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 13, in the Rozsa. This will be a short performance by the professional contemporary dancers of Eisenhower Dance Detroit with a Q and A immediately following -- kicking off a week-long summer dance training and retreat experience! Click here for tickets.

U.P.ROOTEDD CULMINATING PERFORMANCE

A culminating performance by the U.P.RootEDD participants with a feature performance by Eisenhower Dance Detroit will be at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, in the Rozsa. General seating and open to the public. Click here for tickets.

Rozsa Introduces "Pay As You’re Able" Ticketing for its Upcoming Season

The Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, the Michigan Tech Visual and Performing Arts Department, and Visit Keweenaw are thrilled to announce the launch of Pay As You're Able Ticketing for the upcoming Rozsa season, including all Presenting Series events. After successful testing and positive audience feedback last year, the Rozsa is excited to extend this innovative ticketing structure to its entire season, making it easier for everyone in the community to experience the magic of live performances.

Pay As You're Able Ticketing is designed to remove financial barriers and promote greater accessibility to the performing arts. The program allows guests to pay what they can afford
for their tickets, enabling them to choose from various pricing options based on their circumstances.

Pay As You’re Able Presenting Series tickets go on sale August 15, 2023, and can be purchased online at tickets.mtu.edu, by phone at 906-487-1906, or at the Rozsa Box Office. See Tech Today, Aug. 11, 2023, for details.