Dark Circles Contemporary Dance USA
Bringing the innovative work of international choreographers and dancers to a worldwide audience. The repertory includes works by Joshua L.
Dark Circles Contemporary Dance was founded in 2010 in Seoul, South Korea. The Company's Dallas-based branch—led by internationally award-winning choreographer and Dance Magazine "25 to Watch," Joshua L. Peugh—has been hailed as "the area's most exciting dance company" (Star-Telegram) and as the "Best Dance Company" by D Magazine and Dallas Observer. The company has been praised as "frequently stu
07/03/2024
We are thrilled to welcome 14 talented artists to our fourth annual ARTS LAB DESERT PEAKS in Las Cruces, NM, this July! Introducing Michelle Abigail Ramirez Duarte.
Originally from Cd. Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico, Michelle is currently a student at the University of Texas El Paso, pursuing a BFA in Dance with a concentration in choreography and dance studies. She began training at a young age in significant dance techniques such as ballet, contemporary, urban styles, and jazz. She has participated in multiple projects at UTEP and performed with different dance companies in Juarez. Michelle was also nominated for the Excellence in Movement award by the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival for her role in the production “Metamorphoses.”
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07/02/2024
We are thrilled to welcome 14 talented artists to our fourth annual ARTS LAB DESERT PEAKS in Las Cruces, NM, this July! Introducing Amelia Dunn!
Amelia is originally from Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she started dancing at NDI New Mexico. Currently a dance major at New Mexico State University, Amelia has performed choreographic work by various NMSU dance faculty and was selected to present her choreography in the Spring 2024 concert. Amelia has also dedicated her time supporting community dance classes for a local youth behavioral health center in Las Cruces. Amelia has attended dance intensives with and . Amelia will graduate from in Spring 2025 with a BA in Dance.
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06/24/2024
Have you reserved your seats for tomorrow night's screening of Joshua L. Peugh's Western romance 'Ten-Gallon?'
TEN-GALLON — Dark Circles Contemporary Dance Viewer discretion is advised. This performance contains elements that reference: Violence and Gunplay Racial and Cultural Themes Mature Themes Intense Atmosphere Please assess your comfort level with these themes before attending.
06/23/2024
Read more about our Pride month screening of Joshua L. Peugh’s TEN-GALLON this Tuesday, June 25 at Fountain Theatre - Mesilla, NM. Tickets are available at https://tinyurl.com/mrxj4u4s.
Dance film premieres at Fountain Theatre - Las Cruces Bulletin Dark Circles Contemporary Dance is offering a special screening of “Ten-Gallon,” a groundbreaking q***r western romance, at 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 25, at the Fountain Theatre in …
06/18/2024
Catch Founder and Artistic Director Joshua L. Peugh on KTAL this morning at 8 AM MST!
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05/20/2024
Jensen Springer and Alejandro Villalobos in rehearsal for Joshua L. Peugh‘s “Critics of the Morning Song.”
04/26/2024
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04/26/2024
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04/25/2024
We believe in the power of dance to unite, inspire, and reflect the diverse voices in our community. This Southern New Mexico Giving Day, we're asking for your support to help us continue creating inclusive, thought-provoking performances and impactful community engagement programs. Every dollar counts and brings us closer to our goal of making a lasting impact in our community.
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03/26/2024
Just a few days left to apply for Dark Circles Contemporary Dance USA's Arts Lab Desert Peaks! This is an opportunity for dancers seeking to elevate their craft, expand their horizons, and connect with like-minded artists from around the country and abroad. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a pre-professional dancer on the cusp of your career, Arts Lab Desert Peaks will be a transformative experience. Join us!!!
ARTS LAB DESERT PEAKS — Dark Circles Contemporary Dance Arts Lab Desert Peaks ofrece un taller inmersivo de dos semanas para 14 bailarines profesionales y preprofesionales, mayores de 18 años, en el hermoso paisaje desértico del Valle de Mesilla.
03/25/2024
APPLY FOR ARTS LAB DESERT PEAKS 2024!
ARTS LAB DESERT PEAKS is an elite immersive summer program that provides 14 dancers 18+ with a unique and enriching experience.
We are particularly excited to share that Jessie Jeanne Stinnett, the Founder and Artistic Director of will join us as a faculty member. Take your chance to be a part of this transformative journey. DEADLINE MARCH 29.
03/22/2024
APPLY TODAY FOR ARTS LAB DESERT PEAKS!
Immerse yourself in a transformative two-week workshop for 14 professional and pre-professional dancers, ages 18+, set against the breathtaking desert landscape of the Mesilla Valley.
Join in a creation process led by the renowned choreographer Joshua L. Peugh, alongside training sessions with the esteemed Jessie Jeanne Stinnett, Founder and Co-Artistic Director of .
Explore repertory, hone your individual artistry, and cultivate meaningful connections within a vibrant professional community that encourages growth and self-reflection.
Plus, embrace the natural wonders of the region with an optional hike into The Organ Mountains and a visit to White Sands National Park.
Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to elevate your craft and connect with fellow artists! Apply now through the link in our bio. Applications will be accepted until March 29.
03/14/2024
APPLY TODAY FOR ARTS LAB DESERT PEAKS 2024!
ARTS LAB DESERT PEAKS is an elite immersive summer program that provides 14 dancers 18+ with a unique and enriching experience.
We are particularly excited to share that Jessie Jeanne Stinnett, the founder and artistic Director of will join us as a faculty member. Take your chance to be a part of this transformative journey. Applications will be accepted until March 29.
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03/05/2024
Applications are now open for ARTS LAB DESERT PEAKS! ARTS LAB DESERT PEAKS is an immersive summer program that provides 14 dancers 18+ with a unique and enriching experience.
We are particularly excited to share that Jessie Jeanne Stinnett, the founder and artistic Director of will join us as a faculty member. Take your chance to be a part of this transformative journey. Applications will be accepted until March 29, so submit yours soon!
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02/28/2024
🔥Applications for Arts Lab Desert Peaks are now OPEN! Immerse yourself in a transformative two-week workshop for 14 professional and pre-professional dancers, ages 18+, set against the breathtaking desert landscape of the Mesilla Valley.
Join in a creation process led by the renowned choreographer Joshua L. Peugh, alongside training sessions with the esteemed Jessie Jeanne Stinnett, Founder and Co-Artistic Director of Boston Dance Theater.
Explore repertory, hone your artistry, and cultivate meaningful connections within a vibrant professional community that encourages growth and self-reflection.
Plus, embrace the region's natural wonders with an optional hike into The Organ Mountains and a visit to White Sands National Park.
Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to elevate your craft and connect with fellow artists! APPLY TODAY: https://www.darkcirclescontemporarydance.com/artslab-desert-peaks
02/23/2024
Catch an excerpt from the film of Joshua L. Peugh's TEN-GALLON and support our community partners NMSU Dance Program MAR 1-3! READ MORE:
NMSU, Local Performers to Showcase Talents at Dance Concert Dancers and musicians from New Mexico State University, along with local performers, are gearing up for "Reignite: A Dance Concert," hosted by the NMSU Dance program from March 1-3.The concert will feature a diverse range of choreographies, including contemporary, hip-hop, flamenco, tap, and Latin b...
01/03/2024
Today is the last day to stream our short film, THE NUTCRACKER “Queering the Second Act.” If you haven’t had the chance to experience the “power, romance, and graceful acceptance” () of this performance, now is the time! ***ringthesecondact
12/26/2023
The reviews are in! The Nutcracker "Queering the Second Act" is streaming on-demand until January 3.
Queering the Second Act: The Nutcracker Ascends - Las Cruces Bulletin One of the things I never particularly liked about the ubiquitous holiday affliction known as The Nutcracker is how unabashedly self-aware it is. There is never a point in which the dancers …
12/21/2023
Dive into a magical world where tradition meets imagination! 🌈✨ ‘The Nutcracker: Queering the Second Act’ is now streaming on-demand until January 3. Don’t miss this enchanting twist on a classic tale!
12/20/2023
Our latest project Joshua L. Peugh’s THE NUTCRACKER “Queering the Second Act” premieres tomorrow and can be streamed on-demand through January 3. READ MORE . . .
Dark Circles Contemporary Dance debuts ’Queering the Second Act,” version of ‘The Nutcracker’ Las Cruces-based professional dance company’s q***r reimagining of ballet “The Nutcracker” will be available to stream online beginning this week.
12/19/2023
Dapper and poised, our Cavaliers steal the spotlight in our Nutcracker tale!
Chadi El-Khoury and Gavin Stewart in Joshua L. Peugh's THE NUTCRACKER “Queering the Second Act”!
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12/17/2023
And that a wrap on filming Joshua L. Peugh's THE NUTCRACKER “Queering the Second Act”!
Streaming on demand from December 21 to January 3. REGISTER TODAY!
12/17/2023
Mother Ginger like you're never seen her!
Vanessa Stewart in Joshua L. Peugh's THE NUTCRACKER “Queering the Second Act”! Streaming on demand from December 21 to January 3. REGISTER TODAY!
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12/16/2023
FILM DAY - Diving into the Nutcracker fantasy!
Chadi El-Khoury and Gavin Stewart in Joshua L. Peugh's THE NUTCRACKER “Queering the Second Act”!
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12/16/2023
Final in-studio rehearsal before heading into filming! Chadi El-Khoury and Gavin Stewart in Joshua L. Peugh's THE NUTCRACKER “Queering the Second Act”!
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12/14/2023
As the creation process nears its end, the anticipation grows to bring this fantasy to life! Sugarplum dreams are about to take center stage in Joshua L. Peugh's THE NUTCRACKER “Queering the Second Act”!
Streaming on demand from December 21 to January 3. REGISTER TODAY!
12/13/2023
Shaking up Nutcracker's Act II with a twist and rewriting the sweetest story! 🌈✨
Chadi, Gavin, and Vanessa in Joshua L. Peugh's THE NUTCRACKER “Queering the Second Act”! Streaming on demand from December 21 to January 3. REGISTER TODAY!
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12/12/2023
Dancing through the Land of Sweets with double the Nutcracker charm! 🕺🏽🍭✨
chadi El-Khoury and Gavin Stewart in Joshua L. Peugh's THE NUTCRACKER “Queering the Second Act”! Streaming on demand from December 21 to January 3. REGISTER TODAY!
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12/10/2023
That's a wrap on WEEK ONE of Joshua L. Peugh's THE NUTCRACKER “Queering the Second Act”! Streaming on demand from December 21 to January 3. REGISTER TODAY!
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Dark Circles Contemporary Dance was founded in 2010 in Seoul, South Korea. The Company's Dallas-based branch—led by internationally award-winning choreographer and Dance Magazine “25 to Watch," Joshua L. Peugh—has been hailed as “the area’s most exciting dance company” (Star-Telegram) and as the "Best Dance Company" by D Magazine and Dallas Observer. The company has been praised as “frequently stunning, and always fascinating” (DFW.com) and commended for innovative combinations of classical technique and modern movement styles.
Since its inception, the company has performed nationally and internationally at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, Theater am Aegi (Germany), Seoul Arts Center (South Korea), and at the Ailey Citigroup Theater (New York), among others. Repertory includes works by Joshua L. Peugh, Sidra Bell, Mark Caserta & Mikey Morado, Eoghan Dillon, Gregory Dolbashian, Mike Esperanza, James Gregg, Gabrielle Lamb, Fabio Liberti, and MADBOOTS.
Our mission is three-fold: to create and perform innovative and excellent contemporary dance; to craft and curate inspiring, accessible dance work; and to educate the public about the power of movement in the performance, communication, and transformative power of art. It is our hope that audiences appreciate and delight in our work, but leave the theatre with a thoughtful consideration of and questions about the depths of our humanity reflecting on the many ways we connect, interact, and react with one another.
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3630 Harry Hines Boulevard
Las Cruces, NM
88001
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |