As we near the end of 2026, that familiar feeling of gratitude begins to bubble up inside of us as we gather with friends and family to share in community events, celebrations, and services.
Gratitude – the state of being grateful and the readiness to show appreciation for something received or experienced
This year, we feel a deep gratitude for our dance community; our students and families, friends, teachers, and support staff. And in particular, a deep gratitude for our founder, Beth Hoge. In June we celebrated our 50th Anniversary, highlighting the legacy that is Danspace, created and guided by Beth Hoge. She has had the unwavering support of her husband, David Hoge, along with students and friends who helped set the foundation that allows us to continue dancing forward into our next 50 years.
The best way to show our appreciation for the gift that is Danspace is to continue to dance, create, and work together to share the joy of dance with every body – through weekly dance classes, performances, and gatherings.
We have so many things to look forward to in the New Year: We are working on a legacy website to share the history of Danspace through the years, our students will perform at Tapestry in the spring, and we’re bringing back Matinee Munch! We hope to be there with you, dancing and celebrating together in the New Year.
Spring Enrollment: Children’s & Youth Division
Enrollment opens on November 12 for current students, new students may register on November 30. We plan for current students enrolled in the Fall to continue in their class for the Spring: you will receive an email on November 12 with the prompt to claim your spot in class.
Nutcracker Storytime Performances – next two Saturdays!
Our Nutcracker Storytime Performances are an introduction to the Nutcracker ballet for our young students and a fun performance opportunity for our upper division students.
Three out of four performances are sold out, and tickets are going fast! Fill out this short RSVP form to get your tickets before it’s too late.
Tickets available: November 14 at 4pm
CLICK HERE TO RSVP
Things We Love ❤︎
There is so much going on in the community! Check out some of the things Danspace loves below.
Graham Lustig’s The Nutcracker
Oakland Ballet Company
Performances: Saturday, December 19 & Sunday, December 20 – 1:00pm
Click here for more info and tickets
Oakland Ballet Company will be performing The Nutcracker at the Paramount, with the Oakland Symphony and the Piedmont Children’s Choir. Danspace students and staff are attending on December 19 – we hope to see you there!
Did you know?
Students age 8 and up can audition to be in this Nutcracker. Auditions happen in July. Keep an eye on their website for 2027 audition information.
Bay Area Dancewear
A great local store for leotards, tights, shoes, hair supplies, and more!
Email: info@bayareadancewear.com
Call/Text: 510‑350‑5678
Address: 2747 San Pablo Ave, Unit A, Berkeley
Website: bayareadancewear.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/
Young People’s Chamber Orchestra
A non-competitive string orchestra that focuses on nurturing the joy, confidence, caring, and deep connection that results from playing music together. Learn more at ypco.org
Celebrating our 50th anniversary in 2026. Cheers to more dancing, more creativity, and more love!
