A LEGACY IN MOTION
Where Dance Becomes Story
For nearly four decades,
Nannette Brodie Dance Theatre has brought powerful movement, innovative artistry, and heartfelt storytelling to audiences across the world.
The Blessing of the Pacific
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
Join Nannette Brodie Dance Theatre and members of the Long Beach community for a special evening honoring the ocean, the land, and one another through dance, music, and collective blessing.
This free outdoor event invites attendees to witness and participate in a celebration of beauty, connection, and gratitude at the edge of the Pacific Ocean.
Saturday, July 18 at 6:00 PM
Ocean Blvd across from Alamitos Bay, Long Beach
MEET THE VISIONARY
Nannette Brodie
Founder. Choreographer. Collaborator.
For nearly 40 years, Nannette has led the artistic heartbeat of NBDT — creating work that blends humanity, storytelling, and fearless innovation. Her choreography has reached international audiences and fostered generations of dancers, educators, and artists.
WHY WE DANCE
Movement Meets Meaning
The Nannette Brodie Dance Theatre creates performance experiences that move beyond entertainment — illuminating shared stories, sparking imagination, and building human connection. From concert stages to classrooms, we use dance as a powerful force for inspiration, understanding, and community growth.
Artistic Exploration
Transformative works that challenge, uplift, and resonate.
Rooted in Community
Serving Southern California and beyond through collaboration, education, and outreach.
Inspiring the Next Generation
Programs that empower youth to thrive creatively and confidently.
Stories Through Dance
Repertoire
From intimate duets to sweeping ensemble works, our repertoire spans decades of original choreography — each piece crafted to ignite emotion and spark dialogue. These dances reflect who we are: bold, curious, and deeply human.
COMMUINITY IN MOTION
Beyond the Stage
Our commitment to dance extends far beyond performances.
Through educational outreach, special projects, and creative collaborations, we ensure that movement, creativity, and confidence are accessible to everyone — especially the next generation of artists.
Educational Outreach
Transformative works that challenge, uplift, and resonate.
Opera Projects
Immersive storytelling with leading musicians + opera companies.
Fashion Projects
Transformative works that challenge, uplift, and resonate.
Veterans Expressions Project
Empowering military families through the arts.
WHAT CRITICS ARE SAYING
Acclaim From Stage to Screen
From the Los Angeles Times to leading dance publications, Nannette Brodie Dance Theatre has been praised for its emotional depth, compelling storytelling, and bold performance vision.
“One of the most important and beautifully conceived statements of the evening.”
“Mesmerizing… a beautiful homage to both the strength and tranquility of the ocean.”
“Elegant, powerful, and deeply moving.”
MAKE AN IMPACT
Your support fuels new choreography, community outreach, youth programs, and the artists who bring every story to life. Together, we can continue to share the power of dance with audiences of all ages — in theaters, classrooms, and beyond.