Frame Dance is more than a dance studio, it’s a vibrant community of creatives, writers, dancers, performers, thinkers, and arts-enthusiasts who believe in the power of movement to connect us – to ourselves and each other – in meaningful ways. In addition to our classes, we offer a variety of workshops to support our community’s  physical, mental, and emotional health.

Find a workshop:

THE GROUND AS PARTNER

  • Date/Time: April 26, 1-3pm
  • Location: Frame Dance Studio
  • Cost: Pay What You Can

Explore your relationship with the floor as an active collaborator in movement at a low level. Beginning with grounding, somatic exercises, we will safely build strength and ease in transitioning to and from the floor. We will develop comfort with bearing weight on body parts other than just our feet. We will investigate yielding, pushing, pulling, rolling and sliding—discovering how the ground can offer stability, efficiency, and new pathways for expression. Class will culminate in phrasework that emphasizes moving fluidly through the floor. Socks and pants are highly recommended, as well as clothing that covers the shoulders. Knee pads are optional.

LIFE AND LEGACY OF MERCE CUNNINGHAM

In advance of the May 16 restaging in the Rienzi Gardens, Jamie Williams, Professor and Director of Dance at San Jacinto College, will offer a contextual lecture on the life and artistic legacy of Merce Cunningham.

The talk will explore Cunningham’s radical reimagining of movement, structure, and perception, with particular attention to his groundbreaking use of chance procedures in dance composition. By illuminating his creative process and artistic philosophy, the lecture provides valuable context for experiencing the restaging that follows, deepening audiences’ understanding of Cunningham’s enduring influence on contemporary dance.

This lecture is designed for both longtime Cunningham enthusiasts and those encountering his work for the first time.

FRAME DANCE BOOK CLUB

The Frame Dance Book Club is back for another season, and we’d love to have you join us!

This year, we’re exploring movement, memory, and meaning through three thought-provoking reads. Each session is held on a Sunday from 2–3:30pm (CST) and led by Dr. Maribel Plasencia.

Thoughtful discussion, warm community, and a little creative inspiration – it’s truly the best time!

August 17 – The Cathedral is Dying by Rodin

October 19 – Camera Lucida by Roland Barthes

February 22 – Errand into the Maze: The Life and Works of Martha Graham by Deborah Jowitt

All are welcome. Suggested donation is $50 for the year.

NIA

  • Date/Time: Mondays, 10:30am (RECURRING)
  • Instructor: Yvonne Miles
  • Location: Frame Dance Studio
  • Cost: $20

Nia is a holistic fitness practice that turns exercise into an artful, joyful experience. Combining elements of dance arts, martial arts, and healing arts, Nia offers a fun, fluid movement experience adaptable for men and women of all fitness levels. No prior dance background or experience is needed—just follow the easy-to-learn moves designed to honor your body’s natural rhythm. Discover how Nia opens pathways to health, happiness, healing, and joy!