Discover Where Movement Meets Meaning

Founded in 2014 by Jenny Oliver, Modern Connections is a multi-faceted organization that works at the intersection of where movement meets meaning. We look forward to engaging with you through the four pillars of Modern Connections: Classes, Partnerships, Performances, and Workshops. We invite you to learn more about our work and upcoming events below.

  • Classes

    Classes are the heart of Modern Connections. Join our community by taking one - or more - of our weekly Horton-based Modern classes in Cambridge and Somerville.

  • Performances

    Modern Connections performances feature thought-provoking pieces that explore the sociopolitical realities of race, equality, inclusion, and hierarchy.

  • Partnerships

    Beyond the classroom and the stage, Modern Connections explored the transformative and liberating possibilities of dance through community partnerships.

  • Workshops

    Using methods of creative placemaking, Modern Connections develops movement-based experiences that facilitate the embodiment of information and ideas.

Upcoming Events

Celebrate 10 Years of Modern Connections

September marks the 10-year anniversary of Modern Connections classes. Help us celebrate this milestone moment by contributing to our $10,000 for 10 Years fundraising campaign.

Your gift to Modern Connections helps us offer Modern dance classes to the public at low to no cost, develop performances that cultivate job opportunities in the Boston creative economy, strengthen the dance network through partnerships, provide accessible pricing and fee waivers for workshops. Select your desired donation frequency and amount using the form below.