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Hundreds of Dancers from Six Countries Unite for TITAS/DANCE UNBOUND 2019‑20 Season

Dallas’s premier dance presenter, TITAS Presents, has rebranded as TITAS/DANCE UNBOUND, launching its most ambitious season yet. This year, six world‑renowned companies from Canada, France, Mexico, China, South Korea, and the United States will perform in the Dallas Arts District, offering audiences a rich blend of contemporary choreography, classical ballet, and cultural storytelling.

BODYTRAFFIC (USA)
Oct. 25‑26, 2019
Moody Performance Hall

The Los Angeles‑based company has built a formidable reputation over the past decade, bringing cutting‑edge contemporary dance to international stages. Their performance promises kinetic energy and sharp precision.

Ballet British Columbia (Canada)
Nov. 8‑9, 2019
Moody Performance Hall

Featuring works by leading choreographers such as Crystal Pite, Medhi Walerski, and Sharon Eyal, Ballet British Columbia delivers dynamic, intelligent, and sophisticated ballet that resonates with audiences worldwide.

Delfos Danza Contemporánea (Mexico)
Jan. 31, 2020
Winspear Opera House

Mexico’s premier dance company presents a one‑night showcase of Cuando los Disfraces se Cuelgan (When the Disguises are Hung Up), exploring the role of disguise in navigating life through vibrant Latin American choreography.

Malandain Ballet Biarritz (France)
Feb. 7‑8, 2020
Moody Performance Hall

Thierry Malandain returns to reinterpret the classic tale of Cinderella with fresh choreography that highlights the company’s technical excellence and artistic depth.

BeijingDance/LDTX (China)
Feb. 28‑29, 2020
Moody Performance Hall

LDTX, translating to "thunder rumbles the universe," showcases China’s first officially recognized private professional dance company. The evening‑length work, choreographed by Mongolian resident artist Adiya, examines life’s ebb and flow through multidimensional movement.

ChangMu Dance Company (South Korea)
Apr. 11, 2020
Winspear Opera House

For over 35 years, KIM MaeJa/ChangMu has introduced global audiences to Korean dance. This season’s program blends contemporary and traditional choreography, celebrating Korean heritage while pushing the art form forward.

RUBBERBAND (Canada)
May 1‑2, 2020
Moody Performance Hall

Mexican‑American choreographer Victor Quijada, formerly of Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, leads RUBBERBAND in a groundbreaking fusion of breakdance and ballet. Their 70‑minute piece, Ever So Slightly, uses live music and dynamic movement to explore society’s coping mechanisms.

Command Performance (Special Event)
Jun. 6, 2020
Winspear Opera House

The season culminates with this gala event, featuring commissioned works by world‑class choreographers such as Twyla Tharp, Dwight Rhoden, Jessica Lang, and Mia Michaels. It promises a showcase of the most exciting dance performances of the year.

Experience an unforgettable season that transcends borders and redefines the boundaries of dance.

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