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U.P rootEDD
FOR THE COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Join Detroit Metropolitan Dance and the participants of U.ProotEDD as we move, create, and connect throughout the community. Rooted in the values of GRIT—Grace, Resilience, Integrity, and Tenacity—this unique program inspires curiosity, fosters connections, and encourages us all to grow through shared experiences. Experience the journey alongside us as we explore movement, creativity, and community.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1, 2026
6:00pm-8:00pm Digital Bloom- Pop Up Guided Improvisation experience in Downtown Houghton (FREE)
TUESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2026
8:00am Yoga on the Houghton Pier with Fresh Coast Yoga (FREE)
3:00pm-6:00pm, 4:30pm-5:00pm Community “Move and Groove” at From the Ground Farmer’s Market (FREE)
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 5, 2026
5:30pm-8:30pm Contemporary master classes with DMD Company Members for beginner to advanced dancers ($30) *Opportunity to perform alongside the professional company on Saturday, September 12 (Audition registration form found below!)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 2026
4:00pm U.P.rootEDD Culminating Performance at McArdle Theatre (FREE Admission with a Houghton County address)
https://events.mtu.edu/event/UProotEDD_DMD_Fy27
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2026
Detroit Metropolitan Dance (formerly Eisenhower Dance Detroit) presents SHIFT at Rozsa Center
Schedule & Casting
AUGUST 5th MASTER CLASS AUDITION FORM
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DETROIT METROPOLITAN DANCE PRESENTS SHIFT
Saturday, September 12, 2026
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FOR PARTICIPANTS AND THEIR FAMILIES
ACTIVITY LOCATIONS
Saturday, August 1: Orientation at McClain State Park- includes dinner. McLain State park 18350 Highway M-203, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Sunday, August 2: Hungarian Falls & Bonfire. Hungarian Falls 47.171250, -88.439745 and Breakers Beach
Monday, August 3: Kayaking and Paddle Boarding at Portage Paddle Sports. Hancock Beach: 2000 Jasberg St, Hancock, MI 49930
Tuesday, August 4: Farmer’s Market Performance. Farmers Market Performance 59 Huron St, Houghton, MI 49931
Wednesday, August 5: Craft & Sip. Goat Farm/Bath Bombs 21328 Lahti Rd, Houghton, MI 49931
Thursday, August 7: Boardwalk Yoga class with Allison Mills (Co-Owner of Fresh Coast Yoga) 223 Shelden Ave Unit 3, Houghton, MI 49931
Friday, August 7: Dinner Cruise 58 Huron St, Houghton, MI 49931