16th annual Virtual Salon Performance Series for Social Change - Mark DeGarmo

Type: Virtual Salon Performance Series (Live Online Event)

Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026

Time: 7:00 PM ET

Format: Live Interactive Zoom Broadcast

Tickets: By donation via Eventbrite : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mdds-virtual-salon-performance-series-for-social-change-march-5th-tickets-1934448239759?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Theme

The second salon of the 16th annual Virtual Salon Performance Series for Social Change (VSPS 2026) explores the theme Dance & Social Change, highlighting works-in-process that address urgent social issues through movement and performance.

Featured Artists

• Audrey Baran (North Carolina) – Exploring mass and school shootings and the call to action against preventable violence.

• Nick Daniels (Pennsylvania) – Examining technology’s impact on communication, civility, and memory.

• Marianna Koytsan (New York City) – Reflecting on interconnectedness, solidarity, and resilience within communities.

• Alexis Restrepo (Antioquia, Colombia), from Otredanza Compañía Artística LGBTI de Medellín – Reimagining Colombian folkloric dance through queer and experimental aesthetics, addressing vulnerability, resilience, and social transformation.

About VSPS

Founded in 2010, the Virtual Salon Performance Series for Social Change offers the public a facilitated opportunity to view, engage with, and demystify the creation process of original dance and movement works by NYC, U.S., and international emerging, mid-career, and established artists. No prior dance experience is required to attend.

Contact

Email: Info@markdegarmodance.org

Phone: 713-962-7361