Diversifying the contemporary dance landscape since 2014

NEW - The Griot Project

Call to Apply

Rejoice Diaspora Dance Theater (RDDT), is seeking professional dancers to join us for a transformative 4-day workshop in Portland, Oregon with RDDT as we delve into the heart of movement, discussion, and storytelling. Through this process we are developing our newest production - the Griot Project. This workshop serves as a creative incubator, inviting artists  to collaborate, create, connect and share work with the local community.

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2024 Dance Fashion Show Recap

What an amazing night! Our first ever dance fashion show was an incredible success. Set in the sunken ballroom of the Portland Art Museum, everyone left with hearts full and cheeks throbbing.

Video by Man the Cam Media

Art as Activism

Rejoice! Diaspora Dance Theater seeks to diversify the contemporary dance landscape with untold stories and under-told perspectives of communities of color. Grounded in values from the African Diaspora we use our art as activism. Rejoice! celebrates and cultivates community through artistic engagement, performances, and dialogue, weaving stories of hardship and triumph.

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