Discover how Detroit’s D.A.D.A program is empowering students to live transformative lives and create a better future for themselves.

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With a focus on disenfranchised Black and Latino communities, the world class faculty and staff members of the Debbie Allen Dance Academy use dance and theater training and performance to enrich, inspire and transform the lives of its students.

OUR MISSION

With a focus on disenfranchised Black and Latino communities, the world class faculty and staff members of the Debbie Allen Dance Academy use dance, theater, and performance to enrich, inspire and transform the lives of their students.

OUR PRINCIPLES

The founding principles of DADA are based on the belief that arts education defines discipline, creativity and self-confidence. These principles empower individuals whether they pursue a professional performing arts career or not. This is for LIFE.

OUR LEGACY

DADA has become renowned for its faculty, its commitment to furthering the art of dance, and the incredible young artists who have emerged from the Academy.

Impacting thousands of lives every year.

COLIBRÍ ARTS

Colibrí Arts provides a fun, low-impact, energetic, movement experience and an artistic outlet for seniors and their caregivers. Ms. Allen designed this program to improve and maintain the health and vitality of our seniors. 

DANCE FREE DAY

As a gift to the community, DADA opens its studios to the public for a day of free dance classes.

J.O.Y. (JOURNEY OF YOURSELF)

The J.O.Y. program was founded by Ms. Allen, leading Oncologist Dr. Lawrence Piro and the Debbie Allen Dance Academy. Wallis Annenberg, The Angeles Clinic & Research Institute and Cedars Sinai fund this program, which is designed to support cancer warriors and survivors using dance and movement. Dr. Piro designed this 8-week program to address the psychological and physical impact cancer has on an individual’s journey. The curriculum focuses on the importance of exercise in overcoming cancer, telling your story through dance, and manifesting joy in a physical manner to improve health.

LECTURE DEMONSTRATIONS

Each year, DADA serves thousands of children in Los Angeles County by bringing dance education into schools free of charge. Through engaging commentary and interactive exercises, participants are introduced to the history of dance techniques and movement. Each program runs approximately 60 minutes.

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

DADA’s scholarship program provides a necessary resource for over sixty percent of our Academy students and awards scholarships to students who participate in DADA’s Intensives, Summer Programs and Lecture Demonstrations.

SUBSIDIZED SCHOOL PERFORMANCES

One of our favorite programs provides the magic of the performing arts to thousands of students nationwide by offering subsidized school performances. Production cast members host a post-show talkback and encourage attendees to write a letter to Ms. Allen for her keepsake and to be featured in our yearbook. 

About Debbie Allen

An internationally recognized director, choreographer, author, dancer and actor, Debbie Allen continues to be one of the most respected, relevant, and versatile talents in the entertainment industry.

SUPPORT US

DONATE

Your donation to the Debbie Allen Dance Academy has immense impact. A registered 501(c)3 not-for-profit charitable organization, the Academy relies on the financial support of individuals, corporations, and foundations to achieve its mission to make dance accessible and a meaningful experience for all. 

2023 END OF YEAR GIVING – COME BUILD WITH US

“Giving is the architect of joy, possibility, creativity, and purpose.

Come build with me.” Debbie Allen

Support our 2023 end of year giving campaign, and build futures with us.  At the Debbie Allen Dance Academy (DADA), the holiday season evokes a feeling of joy, and renewed hope. Donating to DADA helps build a better future for young people throughout your community and beyond. You are helping us create joyful hearts, possibilities, creative spirits and lives with purpos

Join us in building a brighter tomorrow for all.

INDIVIDUAL GIVING

​Through your charitable donation, you can help support Academy training programs, performances, scholarships, community outreach, arts education via our Debbie Allen Middle School and more. Individual philanthropy is critical to the development and sustained success of Academy programming.

RHIMES PERFORMING ARTS CENTER CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

Support our Capital Campaign with the purchase of a Named Brick Tribute in our new studio, The Rhimes Performing Arts Center. Etch your legacy or memorialize a loved one with a commemorative brick, and become a part of our rich cultural arts community for generations to come. 

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP

Businesses large and small can align their brand with the impactful mission of the Debbie Allen Dance Academy and enrich lives through the performing arts. Through partnership with DADA, companies receive a myriad of benefits including marketing opportunities to in-person and online audiences, invitations to special events, and the opportunity to collaborate on special initiatives tied to your brand’s strategic business goals.

LEGACY GIVING

You can leave a lasting legacy of support and guidance for young artists of color by including the Debbie Allen Dance Academy in your estate planning. Planned giving allows your gift to live on through Charitable Trusts, Retirement Plans, Will Bequests and Life Insurance Policies.

For More Information on Donations and Giving Opportunities, Please Email Development Director Dina A. Bartello,

dina@debbieallendanceacademy.com

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