Borinquen Dance Theatre Rochester NY

09/19/2026

Fringe at La Placita.

09/09/2026

We are proud to share that Monroe County will recognize our founder, Nydia Padilla-Rodriguez, for her contributions, leadership, service, and commitment to our community during the Monroe County Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration & Recognition Ceremony.

For 45 years, Nydia’s vision and dedication have been at the heart of Borinquen Dance Theatre. Through dance, culture, education, and mentorship, she has touched the lives of generations of young people and families while helping to celebrate and preserve the richness of Puerto Rican and Latino culture in our community.

We invite friends and supporters to join us as Monroe County recognizes Nydia and other community leaders whose service has made a meaningful impact.

📅 Tuesday, September 15, 2026
🕓 4:00 p.m.
📍 Monroe County Office Building

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and honoring the woman whose vision started Borinquen Dance Theatre 45 years ago.

08/14/2026

Happy 90th Birthday to Dr. Ruth Scott, long time friend of Borinquen Dance Theatre.

08/08/2026

Last night we gathered with Borinquen Dance Alum, friends and family. Checkout this throwback pic and BDT's performances in its first and second year of existence. Amazing to see we performed as far away as Albany that first year. Except for the pandemic that pace has never let up. Thank you Rochester and the dancers and artist we have collaborated with for 45 years, we are forever grateful.

08/04/2026

To all Borinquen Dance Theatre supporters and alum, don't forget to register for the Friday August 7th social at Avalon.

08/03/2026

The joy of relationship and connection.

08/03/2026

07/31/2026

Big surprise at the Puerto Rican Festival of Rochester, Inc. last night!

We were completely surprised when a joint proclamation was presented recognizing my wife, Nydia Padilla Rodriguez, for her 45 years of leadership through Borinquen Dance Theatre and her contributions to our community.

The proclamation was presented by Monroe County Legislature President Yversha Román, joined by members of the County Legislature, and Rochester City Council President Miguel Meléndez, along with members of City Council. It was a beautiful and humbling moment.

Many people may not know that for most of its 45-year history, Borinquen Dance Theatre has been much more than a dance company. For approximately 35 of those years, it has served as a youth development program through the performing Arts, helping young people build confidence, discipline, character, cultural pride, and the capacity to succeed as adults.

Nydia and I have had the privilege of witnessing that transformation firsthand. Watching generations of young people grow into strong adults has been one of the greatest joys of this work.

Thank you to the Monroe County Legislature, the Rochester City Council, and the Puerto Rican Festival of Rochester for recognizing Nydia's lifetime of service. It was a deeply meaningful moment—one we will never forget.

Congratulations, Nydia. I couldn't be more proud of you.

To everyone attending the festival, enjoy the celebration! There are still two more days of culture, music, food, and community ahead. ¡Que siga el fiesta! 🇵🇷❤️

01/01/2026

Enrollment for Borinquen continues.
Head to www.borinquendancetheatre.org to sign up.

06/27/2025

You are invited to join our salsa classes starting Friday, July 18th. Gather your friends and register now. Outdoor sessions will be scheduled, pending favorable weather. Register by scanning the code below!💃