This week, Minds In Motion — Richmond Ballet’s acclaimed community engagement program — presents “Moving Dreams: Celebrating Art, Dance, and 30 Years!” Nearly 800 students from 16 elementary schools will light up the stage at Carpenter Theatre, joined by the Richmond Ballet and special MIM alumni, in a vibrant, high-energy culmination that promises to move hearts and uplift our city.
These performances are free and open to the public — a gift to the Richmond community. Come feel the rhythm and celebrate the transformative power of movement.
Dominion Energy Center | 600 E. Grace St., Richmond
April 24 & 25
Shows at 5:30 PM & 7:30 PM both nights
No tickets required
Rooted in Founding Artistic Director Stoner Winslett’s vision to make high-quality dance education accessible to all, Minds In Motion offers a powerful pathway for students to discover self-expression and confidence through movement. Beginning in 4th grade, the program creates a bridge between professional dance and elementary education, blending classroom curriculum, arts instruction, and joyful performance.
Each year, Minds In Motion reaches around 1,000 students through year-long residencies, summer camps, and school partnerships in Richmond, Chesterfield, Portsmouth, and beyond. Professional teaching artists and musicians bring energy and care to each student, embodying Richmond Ballet’s belief that dance has the power to uplift lives and strengthen community bonds.
From jumps and stomps to twirls and twists, these students come together from all walks of life to share a truly one-of-a-kind experience — and it’s the only program of its kind in the Commonwealth.
Thursday, April 24 at 5:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Featuring students from Anna Julia Cooper, Bellevue, Hopkins Road, Linwood Holton, St. Michael’s, William Fox, and Woodville
Friday, April 25 at 5:30 PM & 7:30 PM
Featuring students from Bon Air, Good Shepherd, J.B. Fisher, Lois Harrison-Jones, Mary Munford, St. Andrew’s, St. Benedict, The Steward School, and Westover Hills
This is more than a performance. It’s a celebration of movement, meaning, and community.