Since 1934, the American Dance Festival has been a recognized leader in modern dance presenting dance performances, and offering educational opportunities and community programs, while maintaining an international reach.
Year-Round Classes
Classes for kids and adults are offered in ADF’s Scripps Studio in Durham.
Dance Intensives
The ADF School provides training in the Summer and Winter for dance artists.
Community Programs
Through outreach programs like ADF Project Dance, the Parkinson’s Movement Initiative, and Experience Dance, ADF works to enhance appreciation of modern dance and show how it can benefit everyday life.
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ADF is an international home for modern dance, a prestigious school, a world-renowned presenter, and a community anchor and none of it is possible without our generous supporters.
Classes at ADF Scripps Studios
ADF Studios offers dance classes for all ages and for all levels. Join us for a class taught by our expert faculty and learn something new! Learn More About the Studios