The Hartford Dance Collective offers a variety of open adult movement classes for all levels and bodies, fostering artistic expression and connection. They also host the annual Hartford Dance Festival and showcase female choreographers.
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"Allo, Amelie" Choreography by Michelle Montano Inspired by Joan Mitchell's "Allo, Amelie" Created during the Hartford Dance Collective’s 2025 residency at the New Britain Museum of American Art, "Allo, Amelie" was developed in response to the exhibition *Modern Women: Visionary Artists*. Set within the museum galleries, the work explores collective strength, individuality, and the transformative power of women shaping culture across generations. This project was supported by the Art Bridges Foundation. Choreography: Michelle Montano Presented by: Hartford Dance Collective Inspired by Joan Mitchell's "Allo, Amelie" Dancers: Michelle Montano, Gabby Dominguez, Emily Daly, Rosanna Karabetsos Music: Fred Again
Choreographer Michelle Montano discusses the creation of her original dance work for the Hartford Dance Collective’s 2025 residency at the New Britain Museum of American Art, inspired by the exhibition "Modern Women: Visionary Artists". Developed inside the museum galleries, the piece explores themes of women’s creativity, innovation, and lasting cultural impact through contemporary dance. We’re releasing the full performance on YouTube in celebration of Women’s Month, March 2026. This project was supported by the Art Bridges Foundation and the New Britain Museum of American Art. #HartfordDanceCollective #ModernWomen #ContemporaryDance #WomensMonth #NBMAA
"Under A Rock" Choreography by Gabby Dominguez Inspired by Jenny Holzer's “Under A Rock” Created during the Hartford Dance Collective’s 2025 residency at the New Britain Museum of American Art, "Under A Rock" was developed in response to the exhibition *Modern Women: Visionary Artists*. Set within the museum galleries, the work explores collective strength, individuality, and the transformative power of women shaping culture across generations. This project was supported by the Art Bridges Foundation. Choreography: Gabby Dominguez Presented by: Hartford Dance Collective Inspired by Jenny Holzer's “Under A Rock” Dancer: Gabby Dominguez Music:
Choreographer Gabby Dominguez discusses the creation of her original dance work for the Hartford Dance Collective’s 2025 residency at the New Britain Museum of American Art, inspired by the exhibition "Modern Women: Visionary Artists". Developed inside the museum galleries, the piece explores themes of women’s creativity, innovation, and lasting cultural impact through contemporary dance. We’re releasing the full performance on YouTube in celebration of Women’s Month, March 2026. This project was supported by the Art Bridges Foundation and the New Britain Museum of American Art. #HartfordDanceCollective #ModernWomen #ContemporaryDance #WomensMonth #NBMAA
"Blue Territory" Choreography by Rosanna Karabetsos Inspired by Helen Frankenthaler's "Blue Territory" Created during the Hartford Dance Collective’s 2025 residency at the New Britain Museum of American Art, "Blue Territory" was developed in response to the exhibition *Modern Women: Visionary Artists*. Set within the museum galleries, the work explores collective strength, individuality, and the transformative power of women shaping culture across generations. This project was supported by the Art Bridges Foundation. Choreography: Rosanna Karabetsos Presented by: Hartford Dance Collective Inspired by: Helen Frankenthaler's "Blue Territory" Dancers: Michelle Montano, Rosanna Karabetsos Music: "Orb", "Mahal", "Snake Oil" by Glass Beams
Choreographer Rosanna Karabetsos discusses the creation of her original dance work for the Hartford Dance Collective’s 2025 residency at the New Britain Museum of American Art, inspired by the exhibition "Modern Women: Visionary Artists". Developed inside the museum galleries, the piece explores themes of women’s creativity, innovation, and lasting cultural impact through contemporary dance. We’re releasing the full performance on YouTube in celebration of Women’s Month, March 2026. This project was supported by the Art Bridges Foundation and the New Britain Museum of American Art. #HartfordDanceCollective #ModernWomen #ContemporaryDance #WomensMonth #NBMAA
"Formatted Improvisation" Choreography by Jill Cusano Inspired by Lee Krasner's "White Squares" Created during the Hartford Dance Collective’s 2025 residency at the New Britain Museum of American Art, "Formatted Improvisation" was developed in response to the exhibition *Modern Women: Visionary Artists*. Set within the museum galleries, the work explores collective strength, individuality, and the transformative power of women shaping culture across generations. This project was supported by the Art Bridges Foundation. Choreography: Jillian Foley Cusano Presented by: Hartford Dance Collective Inspired by: Lee Krasner's "White Squares" Dancers: Emily Daly, Colby Connelly, Gabby Dominguez Music: "Heart Stories" by Aaron Parks recorded live at Parkville Sounds Videography: Matt Bronson
Choreographer Jillian Foley Cusano discusses the creation of her original dance work for the Hartford Dance Collective’s 2025 residency at the New Britain Museum of American Art, inspired by the exhibition "Modern Women: Visionary Artists". Developed inside the museum galleries, the piece explores themes of women’s creativity, innovation, and lasting cultural impact through contemporary dance. We’re releasing the full performance on YouTube in celebration of Women’s Month, March 2026. This project was supported by the Art Bridges Foundation and the New Britain Museum of American Art. #HartfordDanceCollective #ModernWomen #ContemporaryDance #WomensMonth #NBMAA
"Assembly" Choreography by Emily Daly Inspired by Louise Nevelson's "Rainforest Column III" Created during the Hartford Dance Collective’s 2025 residency at the New Britain Museum of American Art, "Assembly" was developed in response to the exhibition *Modern Women: Visionary Artists*. Set within the museum galleries, the work explores collective strength, individuality, and the transformative power of women shaping culture across generations. This project was supported by the Art Bridges Foundation. Choreography: Emily Daly Presented by: Hartford Dance Collective Inspired by: Louise Nevelson's "Rainforest Column III" Dancers: Emily Daly, Michelle Montano, Rosanna Karabetsos, Gabby Dominguez Music: "Portal" by Michael Wall Videography: Matt Bronson
Choreographer Emily Daly discusses the creation of her original dance work for the Hartford Dance Collective’s 2025 residency at the New Britain Museum of American Art, inspired by the exhibition "Modern Women: Visionary Artists". Developed inside the museum galleries, the piece explores themes of women’s creativity, innovation, and lasting cultural impact through contemporary dance. We’re releasing the full performance on YouTube in celebration of Women’s Month, March 2026. This project was supported by the Art Bridges Foundation and the New Britain Museum of American Art. #EmilyDaly #HartfordDanceCollective #ModernWomen #ContemporaryDance #WomensMonth #NBMAA
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naiiya patel
GoogleI come once a month to Bring Yourself: Movement Improv with Bonita. I can fully heartedly say, I absolutely love the class, other students, and studio. As a complete beginner to dance, this class has been the perfect way to introduce myself to dance. I never feel judged and only supported by the Hartford Dance Collective. I recommend the studio to anyone who is a pro at dance or beginner. Good parking + variety of classes for all ages.
Barbara Murray-Lane
GoogleBonita's teaching style is warm, friendly and welcoming; facilitating an improvisation dance class that supports all types of movers. It's something I look forward to each month.
Jenille McIntosh
GoogleI had an amazing time at this studio. It was my first time there and my first time taking a class after fracturing my knee. The atmosphere was welcoming, and so were the other dancers. The teacher, Rosanna was fantastic. Her vibe and teaching style are what will make me come back to take more classes.
Angela Macleod
Local GuideGoogleI have not danced in formal classes like this since I was 16 and really committed to a studio since the age of 3, and the two classes I've taken in the past week have me sold! I'll be here at least once per week moving forward. The teachers do a great job of catering the class to the level of the room, and the different levels of classes is also great, I strongly recommend!
Susan Forrester
Local GuideGoogleWhat makes this class so amazing rests solely on the instructor, Chantal. She is the most delightful, encouraging and supportive dance instructor I have ever had. I am by far the oldest one in the class by a few decades but neither she nor the other women in the class make me feel silly. I kind of like that these young women are seeing someone in their 60s trying to learn hip hop! I am there to learn new dance moves to add to my west coast swing repertoire and she makes it perfectly clear that we are all there to just move and have fun. I had to take a break due to a knee injury, but am so glad to be back with her.
Maria Schmitt
GoogleTook a heels class and had a blast! The class was very beginner friendly but also moved fast enough to keep things interesting. Loved our teacher as well. Incredible vibes. 10/10
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