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Martha Graham Dance Co. Hits 100 in Style
18 Apr
Summary
- Company celebrated its 100th anniversary with a gala at the New York Public Library.
- The event honored dance educator Jody Gottfried Arnhold and raised over $1 million.
- A new headquarters in Midtown Manhattan is planned for September opening.
The Martha Graham Dance Company celebrated its centennial with a gala at the New York Public Library on Friday night, April 12, 2026. Esteemed guests, including Ariana DeBose and Mikhail Baryshnikov, gathered to honor the historic dance troupe. The event, which celebrated dance educator Jody Gottfried Arnhold, successfully raised more than $1 million through a silent auction and paddle raise.
The company, founded in 1926, is the oldest dance troupe in the United States. Its centennial tour includes stops in Chicago, Sarasota, and Chapel Hill. Preparations are underway for a significant expansion, with a new 30,000-square-foot headquarters planned to open in Midtown Manhattan in September 2026.
Attendees enjoyed a cocktail reception and dinner, followed by performances of "Panorama" and "O Thou Desire." The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts will also host an exhibition in May 2026, showcasing archival materials related to Martha Graham's legacy. The gala concluded with guests counting down to the company's official 100th birthday on April 18, 2026.
