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COMMUNITY

SSD is proud to offer a variety of community-centered programs.
​These range from choreographic and performance opportunities to dance community building events.
On this page:
1. NACHMO PGH info for registration/sign up, info, and performance ticket sales!
2. SSD Salon Series info and registration for presenting, improvisation sign up, and audience tickets!
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Register to perform for Nachmo

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NACHMO PITTSBURGH
(NAtional CHoreography MOnth)

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PERFORMANCES:
Saturday, February 21, 2026
​5pm | 7pm, doors open 15 minutes prior to show start.
Location:
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, upstairs studio
2900 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15201
Panelists:
TBD

link to nachmo show tickets

Tickets for NACHMO Performances!

Show 1 - 5PM, Doors Open at 5:45pm
Nick Daniels 
Hannah Vanater 
Adrian Green 
Tori Mostoller 
Shea Cooper 
Jaidin BW 
Karina Halvey 
Macy Holmberg/Abby Shambaugh 
Rayna Halper  
Pricing:
Pre-Sale 1 Show Only: $10
Pre-Sale BOTH Shows: $17
All door sales for each show: $15
Raffle Tickets: You can now get your RAFFLE TICKETS online ahead of time! Add the ticket option to your basket, walk in the door, receive your tickets and choose which basket you want to go in on!
Show 2 - 7PM, Doors Open at 6:45pm
Elena Cvetkovich 
Lizzy Girimonti 
Alexis Treese 
Savionne Chambers 
Keely Hernandez
Gabby Schafer 
Madie Farmer 
Lia Palmero
The idea is...we want you to create a short piece or a seed idea and we want to see your work!

Daily prompts designed to inspire movement creation will come from NACHMO National, be sure you are following them on social media! @nachmodance  
Weekly prompts designed to help you construct and refine your piece will come from us, so make sure you’re following our social media as well! @nachmopgh   
We want to see your progress and how these prompts change or affect your work via social media!
You will have the opportunity to present this new work at the final studio performance.

-All pieces must be under 5 minutes in length.
-Pieces can be in-person or via dance film format.
-Minimal tech/lighting is offered, this is a studio showing.
-Projection during live work is an option, however you will be responsible for managing your own projection/tech requirements.
-Please reach out with any questions, we would love to help you as much as we can to bring your Nachmo piece to life!

To participate in NACHMO 2026, simply register by clicking the button below. Fee $15 to sign up.
More questions? Visit the NACHMO FAQ page. If that doesn't answer it, feel free to email [email protected]
NACHMO Pittsburgh is a choreographic initiative that has been running since 2018 (2026 will be the 8th year!) Connected to the national NACHMO headquarters, these events are meant to stimulate creativity, encourage different routes through the choreographic process, and provide platforms for creators to show their work. 

Choreographers are challenged to create a NEW under-5 minute piece during the month of January with different choreographic prompts provided weekly. They can choose to be a part of the final presentation which includes a live, in-person audience as well as PANELIST FEEDBACK! Choreographers can choose whether they are wanting feedback or not, it's up to them!

We have high hopes of expanding what NACHMO can offer the Pittsburgh community into multiple off shoots and various different programs including creating for youth and a mentorship process for choreographers. 

NACHMO FAQ'S

    NACHMO EMAIL LIST:

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FOR INQUIRIES:

Please email [email protected]

register for salon series: audience, performers, + improvisation jam
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Salon Series Spring 2026
​Friday, April 10, 6-7:30pm

Join us for a COMMUNITY EVENT: the SSD Salon Series!
A casual event, meant to bring movers and musicians together to network, perform, and dance in space!

Dancers and Musicians, performers alike are all invited to share excerpts or works in progress during the PERFORMANCE portion of the evening!

​Suggested donations at door to help support this series.

If you are a musician wanting to join in on the improvisation jam, please contact Shana Simmons at [email protected]

If you are simply wanting to come and watch:
  • Please register for FREE via the online registration button. Feel free to ignore the first page of questions unless required.

If you are looking to present a short (under 7min) work:

  • Please register via the online registration button and fill out all questions.
  • Note that all work submitted is not guaranteed, we will contact those accepted. Entries on a first come, first served basis. If content is not deemed appropriate for this setting or does not align with SSD’s mission and values, work might not be considered.
  • If accepted to the Salon Series, it is expected you will help market the event and/or invite audience to come, watch, and/or dance!
  • Works for showing must be no longer than 7 minutes in length.
  • Rehearsal space is not available. We will show up and share!

If you are looking to join in on the improvisation jam:
  • Please register via the online registration button (for head count purposes). Feel free to ignore the first page of questions unless required.
  • Wear comfortable clothing and be ready to join in! A brief talk through and explanation will begin the time together, there is no pressure to dance in any form, style, or space. Just come and have a good time.

Would love to see your work and to dance with you! COME DANCE WITH US

CONTACT US & JOIN THE SSD FAMILY!


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412-303-6406

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  • Welcome
  • Upcoming
  • About SSD
    • COMPANY
    • DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
    • PRESS >
      • VIDEO
      • IMAGES
    • Contact
    • JOB OPPORTUNITIES
  • Pittsburgh International Dance Film Festival
    • PIDFF FAQ
    • PRESS ABOUT CONSTRUCTED SIGHT
    • OPENING NIGHT PROGRAM
  • PROJECTS
    • Bonfire Triptych Program
    • IN/BEtween >
      • IN/BEtween Program
    • LIVING LANDSCAPES
    • VIRTUAL DANCE EXCHANGE PROJECT >
      • VDEP Symposium: Dialogue 1, Oct 5
      • VDEP SYMPOSIUM: DIALOGUE 2, OCT 26
      • VDEP SYMPOSIUM: DIALOGUE 3, NOV 16
      • FAQ'S
    • ELEVATE: a triple bill of female choreographers
    • THE MISSING PEACE (2018) >
      • THE MISSING PEACE BLOG
      • The HOPE Series
    • OBJECTIVE I (2015)
    • PASSENGER (2014)
    • RELATIVE POSITIONS (2012)
    • COLLABORATIONS
    • CHOREOGRAPHY >
      • RED ROVER, RED ROVER
      • GROUNDED IN THE SOIL
      • OF ELEPHANTS AND ASSES
      • DANCING SOLO
      • QUIRKE
      • BITS... PIECES...
      • RESONANT PASSINGS
      • TEA PARTY
      • A-PART
      • WHAT IS YOUR...?
      • CRUNCH
  • DONATE
  • TEACHING
    • Creative Performance Workshop
  • FUTURE BUILDING
  • Community
    • NACHMO FAQ
    • NACHMO Program 2026