The day that started it all in 1974, HARLEM DAY is Harlem Weeks’ largest and final day, featuring three stages of entertainment, the Harlem Health Village, Harlem Broadway Row, Performances from Broadway productions, local, national and international artists in various musical genres from Jazz, R&B, Hip-Hop, Gospel, Reggae, Soca, Latin and more, including the popular Sundae Sermon with special guest ADEVA, performances from Kwame, Afribembe CARNIVAL presented by the Caribbean Cultural CenterAfrican Diaspora Institute, HARLEM WEEK’s celebration of MAXWELL, and hundreds of food vendors, arts & crafts, music, jewelry, hats, sculptors, corporate exhibitors and games.

Join EMERGE125 for the final day of Harlem Week on August 16th.

Swing into summer with New Victory Dance, the annual mini-festival of NYC dance curated specifically for kids! EMERGE125 will be participating in Program C on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM. Tickets are available!

PROGRAM:

Michael Mao Dance
Weaving (Excerpt)
Genre: Modern

Gibney Company
Vukani (Excerpt)
Genre: Contemporary

EMERGE125
Behavioral Synchrony
Genre: Contemporary

Enjoy EMERGE125’s performance of I Want You at the 2026 Jamaica Dance Festival! Held annually in Rufus King Park, this dance festival is free and open to the public. Join us on Saturday, June 27th at 7:00 PM.

Saturday’s program also features performances by Lesar Stepputat and Cameron McKinney & Ballet Inc.

A deeply personal solo I Want You first captivated audiences as a work-in-progress in our 2024 season. This piece is an homage to vulnerability, strength, and the power of loving something—even if it does not love you back. It is about standing in that truth, harnessing it, and transforming it into a source of power and self-determination.

The Juneteenth March was founded as a march to New York City Hall in 2020 to highlight multiple injustices and reforms at the center of the city's power. The march was initially started by NYC by a series of events from activists James Felton Keith, Tiffany Rea-Fisher, Brandon Murphy, Gabriel Garmon, Harold Waight and many other neighbors in Harlem from June 4th - June 19th. They came together with a larger group of activists weeks earlier and after the murder of George Floyd. It was a beautiful non-violent march from Harlem down 5th Ave to the Upper East Side of Manhattan that grew to thousands of New Yorkers as it moved south, ending just blocks from where the 5K will start in Central Park.

Tiffany and the team decided to evolve the original march into an event celebrating the health and wellness of Black people. So came the event we have today, a 5K Run, Walk (March), Roll in the park!

Get your bibs and volunteer at: www.juneteenthmarch.org.

All proceeds from the Juneteenth March go towards the building fund of the Harlem Center.  The center is a 10-year effort started by a coalition of +30 New York centered, community based organizations (CBOs). Harlem Center will increase the capacity to address unmet needs and gaps in service delivery. 

The New York Youth Symphony presents the final concert of its NYYS Chamber Music Festival, celebrating the culmination of a year of the Chamber Music program. The performance features the world premiere of Migrate by Jackson A. Waters, presented in collaboration with the dance artists of EMERGE125, with choreography by Tiffany Rea-Fisher, and the NYYS chamber musicians from Lumine.

Tickets start at $46

EMERGE125, a Black, female-led dance company based in Harlem, presents its 2026 NYC Season, celebrating 10 years of Artistic Director Tiffany Rea-Fisher’s leadership. This season features three dynamic new works choreographed by Rea-Fisher, exploring themes of progressive social change through powerful, physically charged movement.

Performance Dates

• Thursday, April 30 at 7:30 PM – Opening Night (Full Program)

• Friday, May 1 at 6:30 PM – Gala Performance (Shortened Dance Program, live music, and Awards Ceremony)

• Saturday, May 2 at 4:00 PM – Family Matinee (Full Program)

Please note:

• Thursday, April 30 and Saturday, May 2 feature the full performance program.

• Friday, May 1 Gala Performance features a excerpted performance that includes live music by the New York Youth Symphony and an Awards Ceremony. For more information about the full Gala experience and dinner tickets, click here.

GET TICKETS

Renaissance Gala 2026: Legacies in Motion
Friday, May 1
El Museo del Barrio | Museum of the City of New York
GALA TICKETS HERE

PERFORMANCE: 6:30-8PM
COCKTAIL HOUR: 8-8:45PM
DINNER & LIVE AUCTION: 8:45-9:45PM
DESSERT, DANCING: 9:45-11PM

Celebrate 10 years of Tiffany Rea-Fisher’s visionary leadership with an unforgettable evening of dance, music, and community at EMERGE125’s Renaissance Gala. The night begins at 6:30pm with an exclusive gala performance by EMERGE125 at El Museo del Barrio. Honor Harlem artistic legends at our award ceremony, followed by dinner and dancing at the Museum of the City of New York.

Make your evening truly extraordinary by purchasing a table or VIP ticket. Your Sponsorship will contribute to our 2026 NYC Season and Renaissance Gala.

For more information on all Sponsorship, Table, and Ticket benefits, please visit our ticket link below:

Questions? Please contact Executive Director Juliane Slater at juliane@emerge125.org

JOIN IN ON OUR SILENT AUCTION
Place a Bid and Support the Next Chapter of EMERGE125

Our 2026 Renaissance Silent Auction is now open! Anyone can participate and the Silent Auction will close at 10:30 PM on Friday, May 1. Help us support the next decade of dance! The above features Joan Chiverton sketching during an EMERGE125 Rehearsal, with select sketches available for online bidding. If you're joining us at the 2026 Renaissance Gala, our travel packages will be auctioned off LIVE by our incredible emcee and auctioneer TiWanna "TK" Kenney. 

EMERGE125 Renaissance Gala Committee:

Juliane Slater & Audrey Webb (Co-Chairs)
Troy Anthony, Carolynn Dilworth, Marissa Fayer, Amanda Franklin
Daniela Funicello, Omar Ingram, Jo Lampert, George Marfo, Vanessa Wilcox

EMERGE125, a Black, female-led dance company based in Harlem, presents its 2026 NYC Season, celebrating 10 years of Artistic Director Tiffany Rea-Fisher’s leadership. This season features three dynamic new works choreographed by Rea-Fisher, exploring themes of progressive social change through powerful, physically charged movement.

Performance Dates

• Thursday, April 30 at 7:30 PM – Opening Night (Full Program)

• Friday, May 1 at 6:30 PM – Gala Performance (Shortened Dance Program, live music, and Awards Ceremony)

• Saturday, May 2 at 4:00 PM – Family Matinee (Full Program)

Please note:

• The May 1 performance functions as part of EMERGE125’s Renaissance Gala. Tickets purchased on Eventbrite will be Performance Only tickets for the 6:30-7:30pm performance. The Gala performance features a shortened program that includes live music by the New York Youth Symphony and an Awards Ceremony. For more information about the full Gala experience and dinner tickets, please visit the Renaissance Gala website or see our Sponsorship Packet.

• Thursday, April 30 and Saturday, May 2 feature the full performance program.

GET TICKETS

Renaissance Gala 2026: Legacies in Motion
Friday, May 1
El Museo del Barrio | Museum of the City of New York
GALA TICKETS HERE

THANK YOU TO OUR GALA SPONSORS:

VISIONARY SPONSORS

The Josef & Anni Albers Foundation, Alix & Rudolf Laager, Harlem Community Development Corporation (HCDC)

RENAISSANCE SPONSORS

The International Association of Blacks in Dance, Robert & Carolynn Dilworth Richard Kirschner & Debbie Glick, Paul Ukena, Vanessa Wilcox

VIP

Terri Prettyman Bowles, David Bronston, Marissa Fayer, Richard & Elaine Heuberger, Darlene Jody & Michael Lampert, Pamela Wheeler

EMERGE125, a Black, female-led dance company based in Harlem, presents its 2026 NYC Season, celebrating 10 years of Artistic Director Tiffany Rea-Fisher’s leadership. This season features three dynamic new works choreographed by Rea-Fisher, exploring themes of progressive social change through powerful, physically charged movement.

Performance Dates

• Thursday, April 30 at 7:30 PM – Opening Night (Full Program)

• Friday, May 1 at 6:30 PM – Gala Performance (Shortened Dance Program, live music, and Awards Ceremony)

• Saturday, May 2 at 4:00 PM – Family Matinee (Full Program)

Please note:

• Thursday, April 30 and Saturday, May 2 feature the full performance program.

• Friday, May 1 Gala Performance features a excerpted performance that includes live music by the New York Youth Symphony and an Awards Ceremony. For more information about the full Gala experience and dinner tickets, click here.

GET TICKETS

Renaissance Gala 2026: Legacies in Motion
Friday, May 1
El Museo del Barrio | Museum of the City of New York
GALA TICKETS HERE

Join us at 2:00 PM for an inspiring afternoon celebrating the transformative power of arts education in action. The Spring Education Performance is a thoughtfully curated showcase highlighting EMERGE125’s current education partnerships and the extraordinary young artists we serve.

This intimate gathering offers guests the opportunity to experience student work firsthand—witnessing the creativity, discipline, and confidence cultivated through our programs. In addition to dynamic student showcases, the afternoon will feature a special excerpt of repertoire performed by the EMERGE125 Dance Company, offering a vibrant glimpse into the professional artistry that anchors our educational mission.

Following the performance, guests are invited to stay for a brief Q&A conversation with EMERGE125 Artistic Director, Tiffany Rea-Fisher, and Director of Education, Kat Files. Together, they will speak with students from our partner organizations about their experiences, growth, and the impact of arts education in their lives.

Designed for valued education partners, community leaders, and prospective supporters, this event offers an up-close look at how your investment fuels meaningful artistic experiences and expands access to high-quality arts education.

We look forward to sharing an afternoon of artistry, dialogue, and impact with you.

The International Association of Blacks in Dance (IABD) brings its on the 1 | a dance class series to Atlanta, GA to provide a convening of artists to learn and share together during this intense weekend of dance classes, February 5 - 7, 2026.

EMERGE125 Director of Education Kat Files will be teaching Horton!

Saturday, February 7, 2026
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM 
The Atlanta Dance Academy (TADA), Studio 1
Intermediate Horton

The International Association of Blacks in Dance (IABD) brings its on the 1 | a dance class series to Atlanta, GA to provide a convening of artists to learn and share together during this intense weekend of dance classes, February 5 - 7, 2026.

EMERGE125 Artistic Director Tiffany Rea-Fisher will be teaching Contemporary on February 5!

Thursday, February 5, 2026
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM 
Moving In The Spirit (MITS), Sunshine
Advanced Contemporary

EMERGE125’s APAP Showcases take place on Friday, January 9, 2026.

Contact juliane@emerge125.org with any questions regarding showcase reservations. EMERGE125 is a guest of the Dance Managers Collective (DMC).

Time: 2:30 PM
Location: City Center Studios, Studio 5
(located at 130 W. 56th Street, 5th floor)

Time: 9:15 PM
Location: Ailey Citigroup Theater
(located at 405 W. 55th Street)

EMERGE125 Electronic Press Kit

When the leaves turn, the season begins: Fall for E125.

Mark your calendars for an evening of artistry and creative fellowship with Artistic Director Tiffany Rea-Fisher and the company dancers.

Saturday, November 8, 2025
at National Dance Institute (217 West 147th Street, Harlem).
5:30PM Reception
6PM Showing

This year’s event carries special significance: E125’s 2025–26 Season marks 10 years of Tiffany Rea-Fisher’s leadership as Artistic Director. For a decade, Tiffany has rooted the company in Harlem while expanding our impact across New York City and beyond. With an eye toward the future, Tiffany leads with care and clarity, and choreographs with precision, presence, and fire.  

Fall for E125 will feature a sneak-peek preview of a new work by Tiffany Rea-Fisher. As our annual fundraiser, this event is both a celebration of our artistry and an opportunity to support EMERGE125 as we kick-off the 2025-26 Season!
Stay after to enjoy a post show reception with our company and community! Light refreshments will be served.

Tickets:

• General Admission: $45

• VIP Ticket: $75 (includes benefits)

• VIP Partners: $140 (includes 2 tickets + benefits)

• Sponsorship: $500 (includes 5 tickets + benefits)

Your ticket directly supports EMERGE125's mission and our commitment to Dance Holistic Care. Get your tickets now!

For more information about our Sponsorship, see our packet for details.

Steps on Broadway Spotlight Class

With EMERGE125 Artistic Director Tiffany Rea-Fisher

Saturday, November 1, 2025

5:30-7:30PM

Hybrid Class in Studio 3

EMERGE125 COMPANY AUDITION! We are thrilled to be hosting an audition seeking passionate dancers for our 2025-26 Season!

OUR AUDITION SUBMISSION DEADLINE HAS PASSED. The audition is invite only and we are no longer accepting materials at this time. Thank you to everyone who submitted!

And while the application deadline has passed, we don’t want that to stop you from engaging with us! If you found out a bit too late, we invite you to come take Tiffany Rea-Fisher's class on Saturday, August 9th at Steps on Broadway.

This is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in Tiffany's athletic, energetic, and rhythmic movement style, and connect with the energy of EMERGE125. We hope you'll join us!

We’re celebrating The Classical Theatre of Harlem’s free, month-long run of MEMNON, choreographed by EMERGE125 Artistic Director Tiffany Rea-Fisher and featuring the E125 company dancers. Join us for two special Happy Hours at Settepani, just one block from the stage at Marcus Garvey Park.

Wednesday, July 23
5:30–7:30pm
Settepani | 196 Malcolm X Blvd

Come grab a drink, connect with the EMERGE125 community, and celebrate our monumental 10th collaboration with The Classical Theatre of Harlem! Settepani is generously donating 20% of bar sales to EMERGE125 during the event.

Stick around after Happy Hour for a free performance of MEMNON at 8:30pm in Marcus Garvey Park! We’ll all go over to the theater together!

Good drinks, good people, a great show…what better way to spend a summer night in NYC?! Let us know if you can make it!

Please RSVP in advance using the form above so we can provide an accurate headcount. We hope to see you there!

For more information on MEMNON visit: https://www.cthnyc.org/memnon/

Email admin@emerge125.org if you have any questions!

We’re celebrating The Classical Theatre of Harlem’s free, month-long run of MEMNON, choreographed by EMERGE125 Artistic Director Tiffany Rea-Fisher and featuring the E125 company dancers. Join us for two special Happy Hours at Settepani, just one block from the stage at Marcus Garvey Park.

Wednesday, July 16
5:30–7:30pm
Settepani | 196 Lenox Ave

Come grab a drink, connect with the EMERGE125 community, and celebrate our monumental 10th collaboration with The Classical Theatre of Harlem! Settepani is generously donating 20% of bar sales to EMERGE125 during the event.

Stick around after Happy Hour for a free performance of MEMNON at 8:30pm in Marcus Garvey Park! We’ll all go over to the theater together!

Good drinks, good people, a great show…what better way to spend a summer night in NYC?! Let us know if you can make it!

Please RSVP in advance using the form above so we can provide an accurate headcount. We hope to see you there!

For more information on MEMNON visit: https://www.cthnyc.org/memnon/

Email admin@emerge125.org if you have any questions!

Juneteenth March 4M Run, Walk, & Roll

Come run, walk, and roll at this year’s 4 mile route on June 19th, 2025 @ Central Park, NYC, starting at 10AM!

EMERGE125 is proud to be a part of the Annual Juneteenth March founded as a march to New York City Hall in 2020 to highlight multiple injustices and reforms at the center of the city's power. The event was initially started by James Felton Keith and Tiffany Rea-Fisher, two neighbors in Harlem that came together with a larger group of activists weeks earlier and after the murder of George Floyd. It was a beautiful non-violent march from Harlem down 5th Ave to the Upper East Side of Manhattan that grew to thousands of New Yorkers as it moved south.

All proceeds from the Juneteenth March go towards the building fund of the Harlem Center.  The center is a 10-year effort started by a coalition of +30 New York centered, community based organizations (CBOs). Harlem Center will increase the capacity to address unmet needs and gaps in service delivery. 

Address: 5th Ave & East 69th Street, New York, NY, 10128

- Start Line
- Terrace Dr right by the Naumburg Bandshell and across from the Bethesda Fountain. (enter from East 72nd)
- March North (on East Drive)
- Around the Harlem Loop
- March South (on West Drive)
- Finish Line

EMERGE125 returns to Bryant Park this summer as part of the Contemporary Dance Series. Curated by Tiffany Rea-Fisher, Contemporary Dance performances will take place on June 5th, 6th, and 13th.

E125 will be performing alongside Limón Dance Company and KAŌS Dance Collective on June 5th! From 7:00-9:00PM.

Photo by Tony Turner

19th Annual Dance Parade and Festival
Saturday, May 17th, 12:00-7:00PM

Join EMERGE125 for the Dance Parade from 12:00-4:00PM, come visit our booth, and watch an E125 performance at Dance Fest. 
The DanceFest performances will take place from 3:00-7:00PM at Tompkins Square Park. E125 is set to perform around 4:00PM! We hope to see you there!

The parade will begin at 6th Ave and 17th St. For more info visit danceparade.org