On April 11th, 2026, at 7:30PM, Houston Contemporary Dance Company will present Toward Joy , at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts for one night only! This concert will feature world premieres by two celebrated choreographers and artists, Joshua Peugh and Joe Celej. Peugh is a prolific choreographer, having created over 60 commissioned works throughout the US and abroad in addition to being the Founder and Artistic Director of his own company Dark Circles Contemporary Dance and Co-founder of Fair Assembly. Brooklyn based artist Joe Celej brings his eclectic dance background to his works, drawing from his long-time career as a performer and choreographer under dance icon Elisa Monte in NYC.

Don’t miss these amazing artists in a program celebrating culture and interconnectedness for one night only!