Discover the Magic of Donna Sternberg & Dancers
Founded in 1985, Donna Sternberg & Dancers (DS&D) is a non-profit dance company whose mission is to discover, transform, and connect. DS&D uses contemporary dance to discover connections between dance, science and humankind.
We establish a bridge between scientific inquiry and its impact on the human experience, unlocking new areas of awareness and plumbing the emotional and psychological aspects of STEM. We work collaboratively with scientists, artists, organizations, and other key stakeholders to enrich the cultural landscape and expand community engagement, guided by the belief that learning is a life-long pursuit.
The company stages its performances in a variety of settings, including site-specific locations such as parks, galleries, libraries, beaches, as well as in conventional theaters.
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I really loved all of the different styles in one show! The diversity was a key highlight. To see the [Scientific] topics approached through all of the different lenses.
Ani Jurae
Wow, this performance really made science interesting to me! [...] science never really caught my attention. [] after watching these performances, I've gained a new perspective on science. It now feels just as connected to creativity as any other art foRM.
Karen Jackson
COMING 2025-2026
THRIVING
Awe & Wonder
Awe & Wonder
Thriving is a performance featuring mature dancer/choreographers who have made significant contributions to LA’s dance scene. It is an antidote to preconceived notions of aging by portraying the depth of experience, artistry and vitality that each choreographer/dancer brings. While not the same dancers as in their youth, age has brought a different but no less arresting richness to their dancing.
Thriving testifies to the wonders of the human body, to the endurance of the human spirit and to the humanity that binds us together. The participants come from diverse cultural backgrounds and dance forms, reflecting the greater Los Angeles area.
Coming November 8 & 9, 2026
Awe & Wonder
Awe & Wonder
Awe & Wonder
Awe & Wonder is a DS&D signature performance, conceptualized and produced by Artistic Director Donna Sternberg, exploring the intersection between science and dance by connecting scientists with choreographers.
Four choreographers create new dances inspired by their conversations with four scientists. One scientist is paired with one choreographer, dialoguing about the scientist’s field of study, which then becomes the starting point for the choreographer to create a piece.
The theme has yet to be announced.
Coming Spring 2026
NONE OF THIS CAN HAPPEN WITHOUT YOUR SUPPORT!
Your contribution will help cover the cost of things like:
- Renting rehearsal space for our dancers to practice in
- Renting lighting and audio equipment for our performances
- Costumes for our dancers for performances
- Performance venue rentals
- Bringing on a lighting designer and sound technician for performances
- Marketing & administrative costs
- Expenses associated with organizing workshops for Ancestor’s Voices, ranging from therapist fees to administrative overhead
- Specific project expenses, including but not limited to therapists and dramaturg for Ancestor’s Voices as well as music and beyond
