AWAKENING 2026
Awakening Festival returns to Bushnell Park for it's fifth year with a free performance on Saturday, August 29th. Hartford's choreographic incubator is open to dancers and artists of all levels and backgrounds. Held in the studios at the 224 EcoSpace, participants take daily classes (rotating between ballet, modern, contemporary) and work with featured choreographers throughout the two weeks. Join us for an incredible time marked by beautiful artistry, student-professional inspiration, and deepening connections. Reach out to ldoran@ballethartford.com with questions or refer to the schedule below!
HISTORY
Started in the summer of 2021, Ballet Hartford’s annual summer festival is an opportunity for the community to gather and be refreshed by the works of artists of various disciplines.
Over a ten day period, dancers (both students and professionals) are invited to rehearse with the company, learning new repertoire by choreographers, specifically created for this festival.
The dancers perform the works on the tenth day in an open-air festival hosted by the Bushnell Park. This performance is free to the audience and includes live art from local visual artists, musicians, and a dance class onstage for young audience members!