Koresh Artist Showcase - January series
Kick Off 2026 with the Koresh Artist Showcase – January Series!
Start the new year immersed in Philly’s vibrant dance community at the Koresh Artist Showcase.
Join us January 17–18, 2026 at the David Cooper Black Box Theater for an intimate weekend of powerful movement and up-close artistry. Experience dynamic choreography and compelling performances that set the tone for an exciting year ahead.
Performances:
Saturday, January 17 | 6pm & 8pm
Sunday, January 18 | 6pm
Featuring works by:
VAULTA Tori Vincent • Naomi Jones Luke Loos • KTCO • Macy Perry • Olivia Wood Ishiguro • Jim Bunting Dance Company • Diana Portes / Diana Alexis Dance Academy • Tatum LeGault • Teresa Andris Dancers / The Bowman School of Dance • Devon Larcher • Koresh Youth Ensemble
Koresh Artist Showcase - Nov 22-23
Join Us for the Koresh Artist Showcase: November series!
Step into Philly’s vibrant dance scene and celebrate the city’s rising talent at the Koresh Artist Showcase this November. Discover fresh voices and bold new choreography as local artists take the stage with original works filled with passion, creativity, and heart.
Join us November 22–23 at the David Cooper Black Box Theater for two nights and three performances of unforgettable movement and artistry—up close and personal in an intimate setting.
Performances:
Saturday, Nov 22 | 6pm & 8pm
Sunday, Nov 23 | 6pm
Featuring works by:
Bridget Ryan
Chutzpah Dance
Jim Bunting
Project Moshen
LisaMarie Casazza
Kasey Orava
Lily Santana and Jazlyn Tan
Dasia Darden
Bowman School of Dance Teresa Andris Dancers
Skyler Herrick
Koresh Youth Ensemble
Koresh @ Bloomsburg University
Koresh Dance Company presents “MASQUERADE” (2023) at Bloomsburg University
Saturday, November 15 @7:30pm, followed by a Q&A
Mitrani Hall
Koresh @ Wickenburg - Performance
Koresh Dance Company presents
“Masquerade”
Immerse yourself in the space where reality and fiction intertwine in “Masquerade,” an intra-active, contemporary, operatic dance performance set to electronic symphonic music, sung live by soprano Sage DeAgro-Ruopp. The work was created during the company’s 2022 “Made in Wickenburg” artist residency and premiered in Philadelphia as part of the company’s 2023 Home Season.
Returning for their third visit, this internationally acclaimed, Philadelphia-based troupe artfully finds the line between beauty and innovation — then boldly dances on it — and this truly unique theatrical work is no exception, creating a world where truth belongs to the imagination of the beholder.
Behind-the-Scenes open rehearsals Wed, Oct. 29 & Wed, Nov. 5 from 2 – 5 PM at the Webb Center. Reservations are not required for this open house-style event.
Residency Sponsors: RH Johnson Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts
All-In Ticket Prices: $24; Youth 18 & Under $9
Koresh @ Wickenburg - 2 week Residency
Made in Wickenburg Artist Residency Program
Koresh Residency: October 27- November 9
The Project
A historic guest ranch, located in Wickenburg, Arizona, is available for artist residency programs designed to foster creative, collaborative and performance projects of established performing artists. Each residency is designed to allow artistic companies the opportunity to pursue new projects, mount work or collaborate with other artists, free from everyday pressures.
The Guest Ranch
The dude ranch is open to guests October through April each year. Situated on 20,000-acres of the high Sonoran desert, the ranch is the perfect retreat to research, create and develop new work without the distractions of everyday life.
Residency Details
Up to two residency projects are selected each year. The residencies are flexible in length up to 2 weeks and are available in October – December 2025 and January – April 2026.
Koresh @Rhode Island College (Providence, RI)
RIC Dance Company, together with Endicott College, present: KORESH DANCE COMPANY performing HOLLOW APPLE.
Friday, October 17, 2025
7:30 - 9:00pm
place Sapinsley Hall in the Nazarian Center
Koresh Dance Company from Philadelphia Pennsylvania is known for its engaging, innovative and emotional dance performances of technically superb dancers. Captivating programs feature a vibrant collage of rhythmic, tender, passionate, humorous works that take audiences’ on a journey to discover our true sense of humanity.
Koresh @Hope College (Holland, MI)
Hope College’s Great Performance Series (GPS) is returning for the 2025-26 season, welcoming internationally acclaimed artists in music, theatre and dance.
Thursday & Friday, Sept. 18-19, 7:30 pm – DeWitt Theatre
Koresh Dance Company
The season opens with Koresh Dance Company, performing “Masquerade,” which blends live dance with music and features soprano and composer Sage DeAgro-Ruopp. The dance is supported with choreography by Roni Koresh, whose work represents his experience of both Israeli and American cultures. Born and raised in Israel, he received early dance training from his mother, a folk dancer in the Yemenite tradition. Avoiding terms such as ballet, modern or folk, Koresh simply calls his work “dance.” The Philadelphia Inquirer wrote, “Koresh Dance Company’s ‘Masquerade’ shines in the glorious talent of its guest artist Sage DeAgro-Ruopp.”
Koresh @ACANSA (Little Rock. AR)
September 7th | 2 pm Matinee | Pulaski Technical College
The Center for Humanities & Arts (CHARTS)
3300 W. Scenic Dr., North Little Rock
Artistic director and choreographer Ronen Koresh – known for inventive choreography that is at once tender yet passionate, humorous and rhythmic – takes us on a fantastical adventure with a program created especially for Arkansas audiences. Accompanied onstage at times by composer and operatic soprano Sage DeAgro-Ruopp, the dance company’s superb precision and dazzling mastery of ballet, modern and jazz promise an unforgettable performance of both the familiar and the new. www.koreshdance.org
KYE AUDITION
Are you a dedicated young dancer ready for the next level?
Join us Sunday, July 20 at 2PM to audition for the Koresh Youth Ensemble (Ages 14-18), led by Koresh’s Melissa Rector.
Train weekly, perform original works, and grow under Philly’s top choreographers.
Koresh Artist Showcase: April series
Join Us for the Koresh Artist Showcase: April series!
Come out and support some of Philly’s up-and-coming dance artists as they share new work, fresh ideas, and tons of heart on stage.
It’s all happening April 26–27 at the David Cooper Black Box Theater—two nights , three performances of inspiring performances in an intimate setting.
Bring your friends, feel the energy, and see what the local dance community is all about!
Performances:
Saturday, April 26 | 6pm & 8pm
Sunday, April 27 | 6pm
Featuring works by:
Lauren DelPrete | Angelica Spilis | Jordan McKnight | Sierra Clark
Melissa Rector | Jim Bunting Dance Company | Koresh Youth Ensemble
Koresh Connects at Mummers Museum
Through our Neighborhood Connections program, the Koresh Dance Company is excited to venture into a new neighborhood in Philadelphia, bringing free performances, workshops, and other programs to share the love and joy of dance. Join us this spring in South Philadelphia for our "Koresh Connects" series, where our company and youth ensemble will present an hour-long program of dance—free of charge.
THURSDAY, APRIL 17 at 7:00PM
Mummers Museum
Artistic Director Roni Koresh will showcase some of the company’s favorite repertoire, offering a glimpse into the company’s vast movement vocabulary, ranging from rhythmic and dynamic to serene and deeply personal. Hope to see you there!
Wortham Center in Asheville - "Masquerade"
Wortham Presents
Koresh Dance Company
Masquerade
Friday & Saturday, March 21 & 22, 2025 at 8 p.m.
Immerse yourself in the space where reality and fiction intertwine in “Masquerade,” an intra-active, contemporary, operatic dance performance set to electronic symphonic music, sung live by soprano Sage DeAgro-Ruopp. A fan-favorite of seasons past, this internationally acclaimed, Philadelphia-based troupe artfully finds the line between beauty and innovation — then boldly dances on it — and this truly unique theatrical work is no exception, creating a world where truth belongs to the imagination of the beholder.
DJD Theatre - "Masquerade"
DJD Theatre Presents
Koresh Dance Company
Masquerade
Friday, March 7 @7pm
Immerse yourself in the space where reality and fiction intertwine in “Masquerade,” an intra-active, contemporary, operatic dance performance set to electronic symphonic music, sung live by soprano Sage DeAgro-Ruopp. A fan-favorite of seasons past, this internationally acclaimed, Philadelphia-based troupe artfully finds the line between beauty and innovation — then boldly dances on it — and this truly unique theatrical work is no exception, creating a world where truth belongs to the imagination of the beholder.
Koresh Artist Showcase - March 2025
The Koresh Artist Showcase is an initiative that was created to give local, emerging talent a platform to present their work as well as give the community a chance to discover new artists and new styles of dance
Saturday, March 1 | 6pm & 8pm
Sunday, March 2 | 6pm
Seeking artists!
Applications due Friday, January 31, 2025
Koresh @Davidson College
Koresh Dance Company
February 15th at 7:30 p.m. in Duke Family Performance Hall (DFPH) at DAVIDSON COLLEGE
Masquerade,” an intra-active contemporary operatic dance performance, performed by the Koresh Dance Company and choreographed by Roni Koresh with original music composed and sung live by American soprano and composer, Sage DeAgro-Ruopp.
Koresh Artist Showcase - February 2025
Join Us for the Koresh Artist Showcase: February series!
Be captivated by the creativity and passion of Philadelphia’s rising artists as they bring fresh ideas and bold perspectives to the stage. This showcase celebrates the future of dance, offering a unique and intimate look at dance community.
Join us February 8-9 at the David Cooper Black Box Theater for an evening filled with raw energy and unforgettable performances!
Performances:
Saturday, Feburary 8 | 6pm & 8pm
Sunday, February 9 | 6pm
Featuring works by:
Jada Hicks
Lily and Jazlyn Santana and Tan
Maggie - MADE Dance Collective DeFrees
Zev Haworth
Meg MAAD Collective Allison
Jim Bunting Dance Company
Koresh Youth Ensemble
Koresh Artist Showcase - January 2025
The Koresh Artist Showcase is an initiative that was created to give local, emerging talent a platform to present their work as well as give the community a chance to discover new artists and new styles of dance
Saturday, January 18 | 6pm & 8pm
Sunday, January 19 | 4pm
Koresh Showcases at APAP!
KORESH DANCE COMPANY
Connect with us at APAP, January 10-12, 2025
Booth #308 | Americas Hall I
>> COMPANY PROMO VIDEO <<
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Koresh Dance Company, based out of Philadelphia, is recognized for superb technique and emotionally compelling appeal. Our ensemble of 10 dancers travel nationally and internationally teaching masterclasses, offering school assemblies, workshops and performances. Come see us live, see excerpts from our latest work "Hollow Apple" (2024), & let's schedule a time to connect to see what performance and programs we can bring to your community.
We would love to bring Koresh to your space!
Let's set up a time to chat...
Alon Koresh, Executive Director
ak@koreshdance.org
267-608-6999 (cell)
Stop by our APAP Booth #308
FRIDAY, January 10 // 5-5:30pm
City Center, Studio 4 //130 W 56th Street
SATURDAY, January 13 // 2:30-3:00pm & 8:00-8:30pm
City Center, Studio 4 //130 W 56th Street
SUNDAY, January 14 // 2:30-3:00pm & 8:00-8:30pm
City Center, Studio 4 // 130 W 56th Street
Company Auditions
Koresh Dance Company Audition
SUnday, January 5 | 1-5pm
2002 Rittenhouse Square | Philadelphia, PA
Koresh Dance Company is a Philadelphia-based contemporary dance company led by Artistic Director, Roni Koresh. His work and dancers have been described as disciplined, visually stunning, and moving. KDC seeks athletic dancers who are technically advanced with great stage presence. Dancers should have training in a variety of styles, as the company is a unique blend of modern, contemporary, ballet and jazz techniques. CLICK HERE to check out the company’s work.
**IMPORTANT: Please only fill audition form if you plan on attending the audition in-person. We are not considering online submissions at the moment.
Things to bring at the audition:
Headshot
Resume
$15 CASH ONLY
Koresh Artist Shwocase: November Series
Join Us for the Koresh Artist Showcase: November series!
Experience the raw talent and originality of emerging local artists as they take the stage to share their work. This showcase is all about new voices and perspectives in dance, offering an up-close look at what’s next in the Philadelphia arts scene.
Save the date: November 9-10 at the David Cooper Black Box Theater. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this dynamic evening of performances!
Performances:
Saturday, November 9 | 6pm & 8pm
Sunday, November 10 | 6pm
Featuring:
India Scott
Claire Natiez
Project Moshen
Jeanann Dorobis
Jim Bunting Dance Company
Elizabeth Buchheister
Meg Allison MAADCollective
Delise Fusaro
Ohiole Dibua
Devon Larcher
Koresh Youth Ensemble
Koresh Connects @KleinLife in NE Philly
On Sunday, November 3 at 4:00PM Koresh Dance Company performs at the Kelin Life theater! As part of our "Neighborhood Connections" program the company is excited to bring contemporary dance to northeast Philadelphia for an up-close look at Artistic Director, Roni Koresh's work. The program will open with our talented Youth Ensemble, under the direction of Assistant Artistic Director and principal dancer, Melissa Rector.
Bring your family, friends, or ride solo - Let us know you're coming by RSVPing!!
* Doors Open 3:30pm / Performance starting promptly at 4:00pm
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Free childcare available during the performance, ages 2-6.
Limited spots, must RSVP by Friday, October 25. CLICK HERE to sign up!
Pittsburgh Playhouse - "Hollow Apple"
Playhouse Presents
Performance Dates
October 18, 2024 7:00 PM
Location
PNC Theatre
350 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Click here for Google Maps
Performance Times
Friday 7:00PM
Ticket Price Range
$26 - $40
For more information about accessibility please visit this page.
Koresh Dance Company, one of Philadelphia’s premier contemporary dance companies, recognized nationally and internationally for superb technique and emotionally compelling appeal presents Hollow Apple (2024). This evening-length work is inspired by the endless desire to be liked, and loved by strangers, only to reveal our fears of unworthiness. Choreographed by Artistic Director, Roni Koresh, with original composition by Sage DeAgro-Ruopp and poetry by Karl Mullen.
EDANCO Festival in Domincan Republic
Koresh Dance Company isheaded to the Dominican Republic October 3-4, 2024! We’ve been invited to participate in the EDANCO festival ( EDANCO- FESTIVAL INTERNATIONAL DE DANZA CONTEMPORÁNEA) an international celebration of contemporary dance, where we’ll present an excerpt of “Hollow Apple” at the stunning Palacio de Bellas Artes.
Saturday Night Fever - Season Kick-Off
You’re invited!!
Saturday, September 28 @7:00pm
Step into the world of glitter and groove at Koresh Dance Company’s 2024-25 season kick off event.
Put on your finest disco attire and join us for this exclusive night that promises a close-up experience with our talented dancers, set in the heart of our creative space.
Opening with a performance featuring Artistic Director Roni Koresh's work, come enjoy hors d'oeuvres, refreshing drinks, and the captivating live melodies of composer and opera singer Sage DeAgro-Ruopp. Feel the rhythm with our live DJ, and celebrate alongside our dance artists in a night brimming with dance and festivity.
This is your chance to see our dancers perform up close, get to know them personally, and join us in celebration before we embark on our exciting season tour to the Dominican Republic, Pittsburgh, North Carolina, and beyond.
Artist Showcase: September series
Join Us for the Koresh Artist Showcase: September series!
Get ready to experience an unforgettable evening of dance, creativity, and inspiration! The Koresh Artist Showcase is all about spotlighting local emerging talent, offering them a stage to share their unique voices and visions with the community. This is your chance to discover fresh faces, new styles, and groundbreaking performances that will leave you energized and moved!
Our next showcase is just around the corner, happening September 21-22 at the intimate David Cooper Black Box Theater. Come be part of the excitement!
Performances:
Saturday, September 21 | 6pm & 8pm
Sunday, September 22 | 6pm
Featuring:
Vasiliki Papapostolou
Project Moshen
Teresa Andris Dancers (Resident Company of The Bowman School of Dance)
Kaitlyn Esposito
Jim Bunting Dance Company
Carly Futrick
Anne-Marie Mulgrew and Dancers Company
Maddie McKnight
Sophia Perone
Koresh Youth Ensemble
Artist Showcase: May series
The Koresh Artist Showcase is an initiative that was created to give local, emerging talent a platform to present their work as well as give the community a chance to discover new artists and new styles of dance.
Our upcoming showcase is scheduled for May 18-19 at out David Cooper Black Box Theater. Come support local artists, and leave inspired!
SATURDAY MAY 18 | 6PM & 8PM
SUNDAY MAY 19 | 6PM
Featuring...
Turning Pages Dance Company
Laila White
Teresa Andris Dancers
Jim Bunting Dance Company
Lian Long Xuan
Tori Vincent
Kelli Moore
Dain Dance Company
Koresh Youth Ensemble
Artist Showcase: May series
The Koresh Artist Showcase is an initiative that was created to give local, emerging talent a platform to present their work as well as give the community a chance to discover new artists and new styles of dance.
Our upcoming showcase is scheduled for May 18-19 at out David Cooper Black Box Theater. Come support local artists, and leave inspired!
SATURDAY May 18 | 6pm & 8pm
SUNDAY May 19 | 6pm
Featuring...
Turning Pages Dance Company
Laila White
Teresa Andris Dancers
Jim Bunting Dance Company
Lian Long Xuan
Tori Vincent
Kelli Moore
Dain Dance Company
Koresh Youth Ensemble
Artist Showcase: May series
The Koresh Artist Showcase is an initiative that was created to give local, emerging talent a platform to present their work as well as give the community a chance to discover new artists and new styles of dance.
Our upcoming showcase is scheduled for May 18-19 at out David Cooper Black Box Theater. Come support local artists, and leave inspired!
SATURDAY May 18 | 6pm & 8pm
SUNDAY May 19 | 6pm
Featuring...
Turning Pages Dance Company
Laila White
Teresa Andris Dancers
Jim Bunting Dance Company
Lian Long Xuan
Tori Vincent
Kelli Moore
Dain Dance Company
Koresh Youth Ensemble