Dance Magazine’s 25 to Watch Live

Whose careers will skyrocket in 2026? Our editors and contributors from across the dance world have a few predictions namely, the artists on our annual “25 to Watch” list. These dancers, choreographers, directors, and companies are already doing exceptional work, but we’re betting on them to break through in a major way in the year to come. And for one night only, you can see them perform live!
Featured performers include: Agora Artists, Mia J. Chong, Sumi Ichikawa, Kashia Kancey, Kris Lee, Anthony & Kel Matsena, Emiko Nakagawa, William Okajima, David O’Matz, Ángel Ramírez, and Deniz Erkan Sancak