This special evening celebrates women embracing their personal narratives of strength, resilience, loss, and self-expression while serving a noble cause — raising awareness about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and cutting-edge research and patient care at the ALS Center of Excellence at Michigan Medicine.
The concert is directly inspired by the remarkable story of a dancer who was diagnosed with ALS at the young age of 44. Her passion for dance evolved into a powerful narrative of strength and self-definition, which serves as the heartbeat of the evening’s performances. The program culminates with a short documentary about the young woman’s own last dance.
“Women Defining Themselves” features a diverse lineup of more than 20 international dancers, singers, and musicians, as well as a pair of internationally-ranked ice dancers who share their unique art and expression through breathtaking performances. A reception will follow the event at the same venue to benefit the ALS Center of Excellence at Michigan Medicine.