Dayton Contemporary Dance Company

Dayton Contemporary Dance Company, was founded in 1968 to create performance opportunities for African American dancers. Since its founding by Jeraldyne Blunden, DCDC continues to be at the forefront of the Black contemporary/modern dance movement.

DCDC is known for its extraordinary artistic expression, precision, and athleticism. The company receives critical acclaim for its exceptional performances of classic works by African American choreographers, and for its embrace of contemporary dance creators. This Dayton, Ohio dance company, the largest in a state renowned for modern dance, is celebrated at home and abroad. DCDC believes that dance is for everyone, as an essential mission goal. With its Community Engagement activities DCDC encourages participants to experience the thrill of movement through hands on instruction and choreography workshops.

Chief Executive & Artistic Director Debbie Blunden-Diggs continues the company’s enduring legacy of innovative and classic choreography by 20th and 21st century choreographers, including Donald Byrd, Tommie-Waheed Evans, Kiesha Lalama, Ray Mercer, Paul Taylor, Josh Ishmon, Doug Varone, Rennie Harris, Abby Zbikowski, Amy Hall Garner and others. The company has been presented by the American Dance Festival, Jacob’s Pillow, BAM Next Wave Festival, The Joyce Theatre, the Kennedy Center, and a host of other domestic and international presenters.