Welcome Amanda, Brianna, and Val to Cora as our summer interns! ✨ We’re so excited to have them joining our team this summer and bringing their creativity, passion, and energy into everything we do at Cora! Here’s to a summer of growth, learning, and lots of planning!
Design by Abby Settle. Thank you to the Alleghany Foundation for directly supporting 2 of our summer interns!
SAVE THE DATE! ✨
On Tuesday, May 19, Cora Dance Alleghany will participate in Give Local Alleghany Highlands — a special day dedicated to supporting local nonprofits!
Our goal is to raise $5,000 to continue providing FREE and pay-what-you-can dance programming for our community. ❤️
Did you know that 98% of our families received scholarships this year? Your support is what keeps CDA moving forward. Every donation — big or small — truly makes a difference!
Can’t give on May 19? Early giving is already open, and your contribution today can still have a huge impact.
Help us continue bringing accessible dance opportunities to the Alleghany Highlands! Donate here: /organization/Cora-Incorporated
Photo by Keely Massie of the teen/adult class performing at the 2026 CDA Showcase.
Last night the @ahac.1953 provided free tickets to our staff and youth company dancers to see the Richmond Ballet at the Historic Masonic Theatre! We had a great time! What a beautiful show! ✨ Thank you so much!
Today is the day early giving BEGINS! ✨
Cora Dance Alleghany is working to raise $5,000 to support our free and pay-what-you-can dance programming, keeping movement and creativity accessible for everyone in our area.
Every donation - no matter the size - directly supports bringing dance to more people in our community.
Give here and be part of it today: /organization/Cora-Incorporated
Photo credit: The Alleghany Journal
It’s performance day! Faith Shull of the Cora Youth Company is dancing at CFSOTA’s Mayfaire! Join us in celebrating the day and supporting Faith as she shares her artistry with the community!
📅 TODAY, May 2, 2026
🕚 11:15 AM & 11:45 AM
📍 Free at the Clifton Forge School of the Arts
Photo Credit: The Alleghany Journal
#CommunityIsOurStage #CoraDanceAlleghany #CDA #AlleghanyVA
Mark your calendar and spread the word!
On Tuesday, May 19, Cora Dance Alleghany will take part in Give Local Alleghany Highlands—a powerful day dedicated to community giving and local impact. Can’t give on May 19? EARLY GIVING OPENS IN FOUR DAYS!
We’re aiming to raise $5,000 to keep our free and pay-what-you-can dance programs moving, growing, and accessible to everyone!
Join us in making a difference: /organization/Cora-Incorporated
Photo credit: The Alleghany Journal
Join us in just THREE DAYS! Cora Youth Company dancer Faith Shull will be performing at CFSOTA’s Mayfaire!
📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
🕚 11:15 AM & 11:45 AM
📍 FREE at the Clifton Forge School of the Arts
Come out and support local arts, community, and creativity in action!
Photo Credit: The Alleghany Journal
#CommunityIsOurStage #CoraDanceAlleghany #CDA #AlleghanyVA
Save the date! On Tuesday, May 19, Cora Dance Alleghany will be participating in Give Local Alleghany Highlands, a special day of giving. Our goal is to raise $5,000 to support our FREE and pay-what-you-can dance programming.
If you’re unable to donate on May 19, EARLY GIVING STARTS IN ONE WEEK! You can still make an impact by contributing ahead of time. Support our vital work in the region by donating here: /organization/Cora-Incorporated
Photo Credit: The Alleghany Journal
Join us in ONE WEEK when Cora Youth Company dancer, Faith Shull, performs at CFSOTA’s Mayfaire! Mayfaire features live music, dance, artisan vendors, food and drink, plants, family-friendly activities, and more - offering something for everyone.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
11:15 AM & 11:45 AM
FREE @ the Clifton Forge School of the Arts
Photo Credit: The Alleghany Journal
#CommunityIsOurStage #CoraDanceAlleghany #CDA #AlleghanyVA
Alleghany & Boys Home High School seniors, don’t forget to consider CDA when you vote today!
Through the Senior Class Giving Program, every vote for a participating Give Local Alleghany Highlands nonprofit results in a $50 donation. We’re grateful to The Alleghany Foundation for their support.
Each vote helps expand access to dance education and encourages youth to grow through creativity and performance!
Alleghany & Boys Home High School seniors, don’t forget to vote tomorrow!
As part of the Senior Class Giving Program sponsored by The Alleghany Foundation, each senior vote will direct a $50 donation to a participating Give Local Alleghany Highlands nonprofit.
By voting for CDA, you help us keep dance education accessible and expand performance opportunities for local youth and families.
Thank you for your support, it truly makes an impact!
Photo Credit: Ammara Shafqat at Boys Home of VA
#CommunityIsOurStage #CoraDanceAlleghany #CDA #AlleghanyVA
Somehow…they made it to show day! ✨
Join us TONIGHT at 7 PM at the historic Masonic Theatre for the 2026 CDA Showcase as we celebrate the incredible dancers of our 2025–2026 season!
We’re so excited to share:
• beautiful new works
• our very first year of adult programming
• some truly heartfelt, unforgettable pieces
Come support these amazing dancers and the work they’ve poured their hearts into all season long.
🎟️ PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN — everyone is welcome! We can’t wait to see you there!
Love,
Ammara ❤️ CDA Director
