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‘Refracted Elements’ Dance Concert Opens November 12

The show runs for one weekend only and features works choreographed by Saint Mary’s seniors and performed by students of the SMC Dance Company and Baile Folklórico Guadalupano.

by Tara Sundy, Performing Arts Coordinator & Events Manager | November 6, 2026

The Expressive & Performing Arts Division of Saint Mary’s College presents the Saint Mary’s College Dance Company’s annual fall dance concert, “Refracted Elements,” for a one weekend run beginning Thursday, November 12. Tickets are available now.

The show features a variety of works choreographed by Saint Mary’s seniors Deja Antes, Madison Erwin, Lola Gonzalez, Sydney Newton, Ilayda Ozbilgin, Julia Peterson, and Daniella Wilson. Seniors’ works will be performed by students of the Saint Mary’s College Dance Company and Baile Folklórico Guadalupano. Styles featured in the concert include Baile Folklórico (Mexican folk dance), Modern/Contemporary Dance, and Hip Hop Dance. The evening is supported by SMC’s resident Lighting Designer, Matthew Cohen, and Directed by Professor CatherineMarie Davalos.

Performance Schedule

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 8 p.m.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 8 p.m.
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 3 p.m. | Livestream available
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 8 p.m.

Please note:

For tickets and more info: stmarys-ca.edu/dance-fa26. For all those who are not SMC students, please purchase your tickets at least 24 hours in advance.
To watch the livestream at 3 p.m. on November 14, please first make a $20 donation at stmarys-ca.edu/dancegives and then click on the red box that will appear on the top of this page in time for the 3pm livestream on Saturday, Nov. 14: stmarys-ca.edu/dance-fa26 The livestream cannot be paused or rewatched, as it is live.
Strobe lights will be used in this performance.
SMC students get in free thanks to the Student Art Pass—part of the Arts Are Alive! initiative and supported by the Student Experience Fee. Students, please just show up at the Box Office (no reservations needed) with your valid SMC student ID and the usher will swipe it to let you in for free.
The performance is expected to be about 90 minutes including intermission.
Prospective students (and family!) get in free: Contact Cathy Davalos at cdavalos@stmarys-ca.edu if you are a prospective first year or transfer student who plan to start at SMC in Fall '27. You will be given free admission for you and up to 3 family members.