Founded in 1987, AXIS is the nation's most acclaimed ensembles of disabled and non-disabled performers based in Oakland, CA. In 1998, Judith Smith took over Artistic Direction, and visioning a repertory company quickly trajected AXIS into the dance world with a commission by Bill T. Jones. Under her direction until 2017, AXIS toured to over 100 cities
Founded by Beth Hoge, Danspace offers a positive learning experience in a caring and supportive environment. The school is dedicated to teaching the art of dance while respecting the individual. This approach to dance stems from the ideologies of Beth Hoge and her mentor Alfredo Corvino. Visit our Children's Division and Adult Division pages for our