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City of Akron Marks 52nd Season of the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival

July 24 - August 8, 2026, the festival will bring professional dance companies into Akron's public parks

Akron, Ohio, June 8, 2026 — Mayor Malik announced today that the City of Akron will celebrate the 52nd season of the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival, continuing a cherished civic tradition of bringing free, professional dance performances to Akron's public parks. The festival will run for three weeks from July 24 through August 8, 2026, offering residents across the city access to world-class dance performances at no cost. The Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival remains one of Northeast Ohio's most enduring cultural events, reflecting Akron's longstanding commitment to making the arts accessible to all.

“The Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival is one of the City of Akron's greatest traditions,” said Mayor Malik. “I'm proud to support bringing free professional dance performances into our parks because every resident deserves access to the arts, right in their own neighborhood.”

The Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival will spotlight three premiere Ohio dance companies — Ohio Contemporary Ballet, Dayton Contemporary Dance Company and Inlet Dance Theatre— bringing professional performance and community engagement to the greater Akron area. The festival opens with a Preview Performance with Ohio Contemporary Ballet at the Akron Art Museum's Bud and Susie Rogers Garden on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.

True to its tradition of bringing dance directly to neighborhoods, the festival will offer a robust schedule of community programming throughout its run. Ohio Contemporary Ballet will present free interactive performance workshops at local community centers including Patterson Park Community Center and Joy Park Community Center. These free workshops are designed for families and will also include the LeBron James Boys and Girls Club at Joy Park Community Center, reflecting the festival's ongoing commitment to accessible arts experiences and professional dance education to youth across the community. Dates/times will be confirmed in the coming weeks so visit the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival website or follow social media for the latest updates and info.

Each Saturday morning of the festival, the community is invited to a free yoga class at the festival stage, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Additionally, each participating company will lead a Saturday morning masterclass at 11:00 a.m. at the University of Akron's Guzzetta Hall. These masterclasses cost $10 and offer intermediate/advanced level students the opportunity to train alongside professional artists.

"Our mission is simple: bring professional dance directly to the people—free of charge, neighborhood by neighborhood. We celebrate both the beloved and the boldly new, and we're proud to be recognized as one of the top four outdoor dance festivals in the nation.” — Jane Startzman, Festival Director, Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival

Supported by the City of Akron, the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival turns local parks into open-air stages where audiences can spread out a blanket, pull up a chair, and enjoy a evening of dance under the summer sky. The University of Akron serves as the festival's residency partner, providing studio space and support for visiting artists and community dancers. Before each performance at 7:45 p.m., the Dance Institute of The University of Akron presents its interactive children's program, giving young audiences a hands-on introduction to dance and a taste of what it feels like to be onstage. The festival was established to honor Heinz Poll, the legendary founding Artistic Director of Ohio Ballet, and continues his commitment to the highest artistic standards. This season, three acclaimed companies — Ohio Contemporary Ballet, Inlet Dance Theatre, and Dayton Contemporary Dance Company — each bring a distinct artistic voice to the stage.

Ohio Contemporary Ballet
July 24 & 25, 2026 performances at 8:45pm
Forest Lodge Park by the ball-field on Jefferson Ave.

Celebrating its 40th anniversary season, Ohio Contemporary Ballet returns to the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival on July 24 and 25 at 8:45 p.m. at Forest Lodge Park, bringing its signature artistry to one of the region's most beloved outdoor stages. A professional contemporary ballet company and pillar of the Northeast Ohio dance scene led by Producing Artistic Director Dr. Margaret Carlson, Ohio Contemporary Ballet has built its reputation on bold creativity and moving performances, drawing on the rich legacy of ballet-based companies that shaped the Great Lakes region before it. The company's style bridges the elegance of classical ballet with the dynamism of contemporary dance, reflected in a wide-ranging repertoire that spans iconic masterworks to newly commissioned premieres. Visit www.ocballet.org for more information.

Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC)
July 31 and August 1, 2026 performances at 8:45 pm
Goodyear Heights Metro Park 2077 Newton St.

The Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival is proud to welcome back the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC) on July 31 and August 1 at 8:45 p.m. at Goodyear Heights Metro Park. DCDC, renowned as one of the nation’s premier modern dance institutions, is also recognized as one of the top 10 contemporary dance companies in the country. Founded in 1968 by Dayton native Jeraldyne Blunden, DCDC was established with a clear purpose: to uplift the voices of African American dance and make exceptional performance accessible to the broadest possible audience. For nearly 60 years, the company has honored that mission, growing into a culturally diverse contemporary dance company whose performances resonate with people from all walks of life. DCDC’s style is rooted in modern and contemporary dance, with a powerful artistic voice grounded in the African American experience. Their work is known for athleticism, emotional depth, and expressive storytelling through movement, blending artistic excellence with culturally resonant themes. Visit www.dcdc.org for more information.

Inlet Dance Theatre
August 7 and 8, 2026 performances at 8:45 pm
Firestone Park 1480 Girard St.

Celebrating its 25th anniversary season, Inlet Dance Theatre returns to the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival on August 7 and 8 at 8:45 p.m. at Firestone Park. The company has grown into one of the region's leading contemporary dance companies, rooted in American Modern Dance founded by Executive/Artistic Director Bill Wade. Their mission is to create innovative dance theatre that speaks to the full range of human experience. Its signature artistic style reflects the athletic partnering that inspired the company’s modern dance beginnings. Performances feature eclectic répertoire from playful works to visually stunning storytelling. Visit www.Inletdance.org for more information.

For more information, and for a full schedule please visit www.akrondancefestival.org

The City of Akron sponsors the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival, receiving major support from generous funders and sponsors including but not limited to, founding and sustaining sponsor, Akron Community Foundation, along with generous support from Peg’s Foundation, Ohio Arts Council and Musson Foundation. We are very pleased to welcome The Akron Civic Theatre as fiscal sponsor for the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival.

From APD: "Gunfire Into Occupied Home Leaves Two Injured

On Monday June 8, 2026, at approximately 12:55 a.m., Akron Police officers responded to the 900 block of McKinley Avenue for reports of a shooting after witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots.

Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old male and an 18-year-old female who had both sustained gunshot wounds. The victims were both transported to local hospitals for treatment. The female victim remains in critical condition.

The preliminary investigation determined the victims were inside a residence when unknown suspect(s) fired multiple rounds into the home. Witnesses stated the suspects fled in an unknown vehicle.
Crime Scene Unit detectives responded to process the scene and collect evidence.

Major Crimes Unit detectives are actively investigating and working to identify those responsible.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Akron Police Department Detective Bureau at 330-375-2490 or 330-375-2Tip. Citizens may also provide anonymous information to any of the following:
• The Summit County CrimeStoppers: call 330-434-COPS
• Text TIPSCO with your tips to 274637
• Download the Akron Police Department app and submit information by texting Tips411or by accessing the link on our website www.AkronCops.org "

Our Executive Producer is working diligently to edit and create Battle of The Bands and Voices 6 presentations from this past weekend. We will have both up and running within the days ahead. Look for the option to vote.

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