International Museum of Dance-IMOD

International Museum of Dance-IMOD We explore dance forms throughout all regions and cultures of the world.

The International Museum of Dance invites all people to explore why we dance, through innovative exhibitions, diverse educational programs, and accessible archival collections.

06/25/2026

Some dance projects just hit you. With all of the AI news coming out of San Francisco, we are glad to see the heart of arts and nature are what actually still inspire and carry the California Dreaming.

ARTS are INNOVATION ( )

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06/23/2026

Happy Birthday to the legendary Bob Fosse! 🎩✨

Today, the International Museum of Dance celebrates the icon who changed jazz and Broadway forever with his sultry, turned-in style.

Here are 3 fast facts about the mastermind:

Triple-Crown Winner: The only person to win an Oscar, Emmy, and Tony in the same year (1973).

Insecurity into Iconography: His signature bowler hats and gloves were originally used to hide his balding and hands.

Pop Culture Blueprint: His distinct shapes directly inspired music videos for modern stars like Beyoncé.

What is your favorite Fosse choreography? Let us know below! 👇 Broadway & Beyond Broadway JazzDance 🎥 Bob Fosse

06/22/2026

The sky is about to get a little brighter.

We are lighting the first star on the IMOD Dance Map, a living archive of dance history from every culture, every tradition, every corner of the world. Not one style. Not one country. All of it. Every form of human movement that has ever existed, gathered in one place, preserved forever, accessible to everyone.

This is the universal night sky of dance. And we are just beginning to illuminate it. ⭐️

Our first constellation is one for the ages. A partnership that brings together centuries of legacy, thousands of stories, and the lives of some of the most extraordinary artists who ever moved through this world.

To find out more about our first constellation on the universal night sky, check the link in bio.

Every star is a legacy. Every constellation is a story.

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06/19/2026

✨ Introducing…the IMOD Dance Constellation!

For the first time ever, the global story of dance is being brought together in one living, growing archive, connecting legacies across every culture, tradition, and generations!

Launching in partnership with the Jerome Robbins Dance Division at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, Lincoln Center, the Constellation maps 24 dance legends to start, from Alvin Ailey and Katherine Dunham to José Limón, Isadora Duncan, Jock Soto, and beyond. And it’s only growing.

Because dance is ephemeral. Archives deteriorate. Institutions close. Living memory fades.

The Constellation exists to change that permanently, accessibly, and with every item curated by professional licensed archivists who work directly with collection holders. No AI-generated content. Just the real stories, preserved with care.

This isn’t just a static archive. It’s the story of how human beings have always moved.

Every donation funds the archivists and artists doing this work. $10K fully funds one star in the galaxy.

Tap the link in bio to explore the project and help us build it. 🔗

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06/15/2026

**Jumping into Monday with exciting news!**

This past weekend, **Vonn Kronberg (center) of Ballet Festival Albuquerque** Festival Ballet Albuquerque was awarded the **Jock Soto Scholarship Award** by Jock Soto himself! We are incredibly proud of his growth, dedication, and achievements.

We are also deeply grateful for **Patricia Dickinson**, whose tireless commitment and tenacity help make high-quality dance training accessible to all of her students. Her passion for nurturing young artists creates opportunities that have a lasting impact both inside and outside the studio.

Congratulations, Vonn, on this well-deserved honor, and thank you, Patricia, for all that you do to support the next generation of dancers!

06/14/2026

Today was a truly joyful occasion as we joined Patricia Dickinson of Festival Ballet Albuquerque Festival Ballet Albuquerque and Jock Soto Jock Soto to announce the recipient of the second annual IMOD Jock Soto Scholarship Award: **Vonn Kronberg**.

Vonn, a dedicated young artist who attends the New Mexico School for the Arts, New Mexico School for the Arts has been studying dance since the age of four. His passion, perseverance, and expressive artistry have distinguished him as an exceptional talent and a worthy recipient of this honor.

The International Museum of Dance is proud to recognize Vonn with the **2026 Jock Soto Scholarship Award**, celebrating his tenacity, individuality, and commitment to excellence in dance. The surprise announcement took place today at Dance Theatre Southwest and Festival Ballet Albuquerque, where Vonn currently trains, following a master class taught by Jock Soto.

The IMOD Jock Soto Scholarship Award honors dancers who pursue their passion with resilience, artistry, and dedication, supporting their continued training and artistic development.

The award was presented by IMOD Founder and CEO Hilary Palanza (far right) alongside the legendary Jock Soto (to Hilary’s left) who performed as a Principal Dancer with New York City Ballet for more than 24 years, in addition to the most amazing Patricia Dickinson who has led Festival Ballet Albuquerque fearlessly for decades.

Congratulations, Vonn! We look forward to seeing where your talent, hard work, and artistic journey take you next.

Special thanks to Doug Stewart for the photo.

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06/11/2026

Defying gravity... until gravity had other plans. 🤸🎪

This incredible circus artist @ shows extraordinary balance, strength, and control while performing jaw-dropping flips atop a Pilates ball. Every moment is a reminder of the athleticism, artistry, and courage that define circus performance.

And then... the ball wins. 😅

The unexpected ending is a perfect reminder that even the most accomplished artists take risks, embrace mistakes, and keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Innovative movement is where determination meets creativity, and sometimes the floor.

📍 International Museum of Dance

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06/08/2026

❤️ —we see your moves- but also feel the JOY!☀️🦋⭐️✨💫

From making music to making moves, we love this glimpse of Jon Batiste teaching Suleika Jaouad a little choreography for “Big Money.”

Proof that dance is even better when it’s shared. 🎶💃🕺

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06/06/2026

🌈✨ Happy Pride ✨🌈

A year ago, the International Museum of Dance celebrated Pride with an unforgettable evening at featuring the New York Times–recognized “Queen of Waacking” and her jaw-dropping dance company.

The room was filled with joy, history, artistry, and community—the very things that make dance such a powerful force in culture and in Pride.

We’re grateful to everyone who joined us and helped create what many guests described as “the best event they’d ever attended.”

As we celebrate Pride this year, we’re reflecting on the role that artists, dancers, and cultural institutions play in shaping vibrant cities. While the East Coast has long embraced major investments in dance and cultural preservation, we’re encouraged by the growing conversations taking place in the Bay Area about the importance of the arts alongside innovation.

San Francisco has always been at its best when creativity, inclusion, and bold ideas come together.

Here’s to a future where culture continues to move people, bring communities together, and inspire what’s next.

Happy Pride from the International Museum of Dance. 🏳️‍🌈💃

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06/01/2026

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