Fearless New Works Festival Tickets

Fearless New Works Festival brings three days of fresh, in-progress student works from the University of Maryland's Dance Theatre and Performance Studies (TDPS) program. Set in the intimate Dance Theatre at The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, this event offers staged readings, new choreography presentations, and engaging guest talks—showcasing the next wave of innovative dance and performance artists. Immerse yourself in creative development and support emerging artists in a welcoming, accessible setting.

Dates: April 10–12, 2026 • Performances begin at 7:30 pm each evening

Venue: Dance Theatre, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University of Maryland, College Park, MD

Ticket pricing: Regular the best available price, Student/Youth the best available price, UMd students/faculty/staff Free, online booking fee the best available price

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Why attend? Fearless New Works Festival offers a rare chance to witness work-in-progress from a respected university program, with opportunities to hear from guest speakers and to engage with emerging choreographers and performers. This is a community-focused event—perfect for students, professionals, and arts enthusiasts looking to support the next generation of dance and performance art in Maryland and the DC area.