Dust off your boots 🤠, grab your friends, and get ready for a night of dancing, free clothing, prizes, and country fun at our Line Dance Social! ✨
Whether you’ve never line danced before or you’re ready to hit every step like you’re in a music video 🎶, this night is for you.
We’re turning the DJD Dance Centre into the ultimate country-inspired night out — complete with a clothing swap 👢, bar 🍻, beginner-friendly line dance class, and prizes throughout the evening 🎟️
📍 May 21 | DJD Dance Centre
🕕 6:00 PM – Clothing Swap + bar opens
💃 7:15–8:30 PM – Line Dance Class
🏆 8:45 PM – Prizes
🌙 9:00 PM – Event ends
No partner. No experience. Just good vibes and a reason to wear your boots.
Spots are limited, sign up now through the link in our bio 🔗
Please Note: This is an 18+ event.
An evening worth dressing up for. 🤩
The Black & White Ball returns to the Fairmont Palliser Crystal Ballroom on June 6 for a late-night celebration of jazz, glamour, live performance and dancing in support of Decidedly Jazz Danceworks.
Expect energizing performances, fashion forward fits, and the kind of atmosphere Calgary doesn’t get nearly enough of.
Make it your big night out. Book the sitter. Split the hotel room. Wear the outfit.
Tickets are on sale now, link in bio!
June 6, 2026
8 P.M.
Fairmont Palliser Crystal Ballroom
#BlackAndWhiteBall #YYCEvents #CalgaryArts #DJDCalgary #CocktailsAndCulture
What a way to close out Matters of Rhythm & Harmony! 🎉🥳🎶
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and helped bring this production to life. To our dancers, choreographers, musicians, production crew, wardrobe, front of house staff, volunteers, DJD staff, board members, donors, supporters, and every person working behind the scenes, this show only exists because of your care, talent, and dedication.
And to our audiences: thank you for showing up, cheering us on, and sharing these moments with us. Your support keeps this work moving forward and we truly could not do it without you!
We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who played a part in making Matters of Rhythm & Harmony possible.
Until next time!
Photo by Maddy Faunt
The stage is set for the final performance of Matters of Rhythm & Harmony.
From powerful live music to bold physical storytelling, this double-bill celebrates rhythm, connection, and 10 years of the DJD Dance Centre. Featuring original choreography by Sabrina Naz Comănescu and Kimberley Cooper, performed by the incredible DJD company dancers and live musicians.
Don't miss your chance to see it live during the Matinee performance tomorrow May 10, at 2:00pm.
Tickets are linked in our bio!
Photos by Maddy Faunt
Final musician feature of the run!
With only two shows left, we’re shining the spotlight on André Wickenheiser, bringing his sound, energy, and artistry to the stage each night alongside the incredible team of Matters of Rhythm & Harmony.
Two more chances to experience it live!
Tonight at 7:30pm.
Tomorrow at 2:00pm for our closing Matinee.
Grab your tickets here: cidedlyjazz.com/experience/performances/matters-of-rhythm-harmony/
Music by the Carsten Rubeling Quintet, led by Carsten Rubeling (Musical Director, Composer, Trombone), with Jeff Gammon (Bass), Aaron Shorr (Guitar), Luis “El Pana” Tovar (Percussion), and André Wickenheiser (Trumpet).
Artistic Director: Kimberley Cooper
Choreography: Sabrina Naz Comănescu (Act 1) and Kimberley Cooper (Act 2)
Performed by the DJD Company
Video filmed and edited by Maddy Faunt
Tune: "Yo Boutique" by Carsten Rubeling Quintet
Reminder that your fav pre-Stampede hang is happening at DJD on May 21.
Line Dance Social & Clothing Swap. ✨🤠
Come learn some beginner-friendly line dances, pickup a last-minute cowboy fit (FREE), grab a drink, and hang out.
No dance experience required. We’ll teach you everything!
6:00 PM – Clothing Swap begins + bar opens
7:15–8:30 PM – Line Dance Class
8:45 PM – Prizes
9:00 PM – Event ends
18+
Want to donate clothes to the swap? Bring your clean, gently used pieces to DJD before May 11.
Bring your friends, your boots, and your best cowboy-adjacent outfit.
Tickets at the link in bio.
Part 3 of our Musician Interview Series featuring Aaron Shorr.
This is Aaron’s first time working with DJD, hear his thoughts on joining Matters of Rhythm & Harmony and stepping into the creative process behind the show.
Only 3 chances left to experience it live.
Get your tickets linked in our bio!
Music by the Carsten Rubeling Quintet, led by Carsten Rubeling (Musical Director, Composer, Trombone), with Jeff Gammon (Bass), Aaron Shorr (Guitar), Luis “El Pana” Tovar (Percussion), and André Wickenheiser (Trumpet).
Artistic Director: Kimberley Cooper
Choreography: Sabrina Naz Comănescu (Act 1) and Kimberley Cooper (Act 2)
Performed by the DJD Company
Video filmed and edited by Maddy Faunt
Tune: "The Crown" by Carsten Rubeling Quintet
Where friendships form and confidence grows!
DJD Summer Camps are designed to help young dancers explore movement, build creativity, and celebrate the joy of dance in a supportive community.
🗓 July 6 – August 21
📍 DJD Dance Centre
Register today and give your child a summer filled with movement and discovery.
🔗 Link in bio
Last up we have Partner Salsa as part of our Adult Registered Classes!
Step into the rhythm of Cuban popular dance.
Inspired by Rueda de Casino, this partner series focuses on foundations while exploring rhythm, improvisation, and groove. You’ll dance in a circle and switch partners throughout, building confidence and connection along the way.
Expect to laugh, sweat, and have fun!
Register for the full session, no drop-ins!
May 4–June 15 | 5:30–6:30PM
Register in bio.
