Tucson, Arizona, April 22nd, 2023 – Esperanza Dance Project (EDP), is a Tucson-based non-profit organization committed to empowering survivors of childhood sexual trauma by eradicating stigma and secrecy while inspiring hope for healing through our impactful dance performance, discussions, and advocacy.  EDP will host its annual Emerging Choreographers Showcase on Saturday, April 22nd. This event will include the premiere of 10 new works by emerging choreographers, a performance of EDP’s classic repertoire House of Hope, and an art exhibit featuring local artists. The event will be held at Catalyst Creative Collective in the Tucson Mall, located at 4500 N. Oracle Rd. Suite 110. This event is open to the public. Suggested donation of $17.

For tickets and additional information, please visit  www.esperanzadanceproject.org.

Doors will open at 6 PM for this event and the performance will begin at 7 PM (PT). Guests will have the opportunity to view local artists in an art exhibit prior to the performance, as well as during intermissions. A cash bar and light hors d’oeuvres will be served throughout the evening.

Esperanza Dance Project will use proceeds from this event to begin creating a middle school program. Historically, EDP has performed in high schools and for teens and older throughout the community. Contributions will go towards curating an entire program age appropriate for those 11 and up, with focus on research, creation of a study guide and curriculum, and production of dance pieces.

For more information about donating to Esperanza Dance Project, visit www.esperanzadanceproject.org/donate.

About the Esperanza Dance Project:

Esperanza Dance Project (EDP), is a Tucson-based non-profit organization committed to empowering survivors of childhood sexual trauma by eradicating stigma and secrecy while inspiring hope for healing through our impactful dance performance, discussions, and advocacy. Esperanza Dance Project’s vision is a world where survivors of childhood sexual trauma live free of shame and without limits.

THE BASICS:

WHO: Esperanza Dance Project (EDP), a Tucson-based non-profit organization committed to empowering survivors of childhood sexual trauma by eradicating stigma and secrecy while inspiring hope for healing through our impactful dance performance, discussions, and advocacy.

WHAT: Hosts Annual Emerging Choreographer’s Showcase and Art Reception

WHEN: Saturday, April 22nd, 7:00 PM. This event is open to the public. Suggested donation of $17.

WHERE: Catalyst Creative Collective  in the Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Rd. Suite 110, Tucson, AZ 85705.

WHY: This event will include the premiere of 10 new works by emerging choreographers, a performance of EDP’s classic repertoire House of Hope, and an art exhibit featuring local artists.