Big talent, tiny stage! The Tiny Dance Stage is a beloved Salem Arts Festival tradition — a 4' × 4' outdoor platform in Derby Square where dancers deliver intimate, creative performances with a 5-minute maximum. It's one of the most unique and captivating experiences at the festival.

The Salem Arts Festival is proud to support the performing arts, featuring over 20 dance performances throughout the festival weekend, celebrating the incredible diversity and artistry of movement.

Curated by Betsy Miller.

Derby Square

Saturday, June 6

11:45 AM – 12:15 PM — Group 1

Off Beat Tap Company, Katherine Berman, Marissa Chura, Abriana McCollim, Hannah Ranco, Talia Hazard.

2:45 – 3:15 PM — Group 2

Off Beat Tap Company, Katherine Berman, Marissa Chura, Sarah Soares & Aiden Jones, compass dance project, Hannah Ranco.

4:30 – 5:00 PM — Group 3

Off Beat Tap Company, Sarah Soares & Aiden Jones, Abriana McCollim, compass dance project, Hannah Ranco, Talia Hazard.

Sunday, June 7

11:45 AM – 12:15 PM — Group 1

Sophie Nash, Kaija Schram, High Street Friends, Cas Glover, Aiden Jones, Mackenzie Trainor.

2:45 – 3:15 PM — Group 2

Sophie Nash, Kaija Schram, High Street Friends, Cas Glover, Mackenzie Trainor, Betsy Miller Dance Projects.

4:30 – 5:00 PM — Group 3

Sophie Nash, Kaija Schram, Aiden Jones, Betsy Miller Dance Projects, High Street Friends.

All performances are free and open to the public.