Ballare Dance Centre

HistoryIn 1979, Joe Goode began synthesizing a genre of dance theater that combined text, gestures, and humor with his own deeply physical, high velocity dancing. In 1986, Joe Goode Performance Group incorporated as a non-profit organization with the mission of promoting tolerance, compassion and understanding through the artistic vision of Joe Goode. Over the past 25 years the company has performed annually in the San Francisco Bay Area and toured extensively throughout the U.S. JGPG has also appeared in Canada, Europe, South America, the Middle East and Africa. Joe Goode Performance Group has received multiple awards from the National Endowment for the Arts, SF Arts Commission, and the California Arts Council, as well as receiving the Isadora Duncan Dance Award (

Valley Dance Theatre, located in Livermore, CA, is a dedicated non-profit organization focused on providing exceptional dance education and performance opportunities for students of all ages. The theatre hosts a variety of events, including the beloved annual production of "The Nutcracker" and seasonal spring performances, showcasing the talent and creativity of its dancers. In addition to regular classes and performances, Valley Dance Theatre offers summer and fall programs, encouraging community involvement through outreach and support initiatives. The theatre also provides opportunities for space rentals and donations, furthering its mission to inspire and cultivate a love for dance in the region. Generated from the website