BORINQUEN
DANCE
THEATRE, INC

For at-risk youth to live, share, and breathe culture while continuing to strengthen community vitality.

Our Mission

Borinquen Dance Theatre provides cultural opportunities to explore and celebrate intersectional Puerto Rican heritage through dance and the performing arts in greater Rochester and beyond. We cultivate high academic expectations through disciplined dance training, cultural enrichment, a strong work ethic, and leadership development.

CLASSES

Welcome to Borinquen Dance Theatre's classes! We celebrate Latin culture through various dance styles, including Caribbean and Modern Latin dance. Join our classes for ages 5-13, and the Senior Performing Arts Group for ages 14+. Experience the energy of Latin dance!

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AUDITIONS

Are you seeking an artistic opportunity that fosters personal growth and a sense of community? Look no further than BDT. We are thrilled to announce our Open Enrollment and Auditions for Summer and Fall performances.

SUPPORT

Thank you for considering a donation to Borinquen Dance Theatre Your support helps provide quality dance classes and performance opportunities for our students. Together, we can inspire next generation of dancers and make a lasting impact. Join us in nurturing creativity through dance.

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GET INVOLVED

Join Borinquen Dance Theatre and support our community outreach through volunteering. We offer various opportunities for all experience levels, from event assistance to mentoring. Make a meaningful impact while developing skills and building connections. Contact us today to get involved!

THE BEAUTY IN DANCE

Photo by Eric Emmings 1988 BDT Ruthy, Madelyn and Santos.jpg

OUR STORY

Borinquen Dance Theatre was born in 1981 at the Puerto Rican Festival of Rochester, NY. Garth Fagan spontaneously announced that his former dancer, Nydia Padilla-Rodríguez, would soon be offering dance classes. Nydia did not back away from the challenge...

Daniels Community Foundation - 4/2026

A huge thanks to Michelle Daniels and the Daniels Community Foundation for gifting BDT$5k yesterday toward our 45th Anniversary!

SAVE THE DATE - 11/7/2026

45th Anniversary Fundraiser @ The Arbor Loft - click here for more....

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