Steps PDX Presents The Nightmare Before Christmas — A Winter Dance Celebration (Photo) - 12/09/25
Steps PDX proudly presents an all-new original production, The Nightmare Before Christmas: A Winter Dance Celebration. “Now you've probably wondered where holidays come from. If you haven't, I'd say it's time you begun…”
This vibrant reimagining invites audiences on a magical journey from ghoulish goblins to sprightly snowflakes—into the delightful chaos that unfolds when two holidays meet by mistake. A beloved seasonal tradition, the Steps PDX winter production showcases dancers of all ages and styles, featuring Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Modern Contemporary, Ballet Folklórico, and live music.
Perfect for families, dance enthusiasts, and holiday lovers alike, this heartwarming performance blends creativity, humor, and whimsy with the artistic excellence of the Steps PDX community. The show is appropriate and enjoyable for all ages.
Choreography is created by Artistic Director Kathryn Harden and artistic staff Lauren Smith, Olivia Ornelas, Decimus Yarbrough, Wes Lambeaux, TJ Yale, Kevin Fisk, Gabriela Guerra, and Denise Busch.
Proceeds from the production support Steps PDX and the nonprofit Steps for Youth, helping sustain community partnerships, expand scholarship opportunities, and increase access to high-quality dance education for young people throughout Portland.
About Steps PDX
Steps PDX is a Portland-based dance school and community arts organization dedicated to providing high-quality, inclusive dance education for students of all ages, levels, and backgrounds. Founded in 2017 by Artistic Director Kathryn Harden, Steps PDX was created with a vision of offering accessible, exceptional training in an environment rooted in joy, curiosity, and belonging.
The studio is home to a diverse faculty of professional dancers, choreographers, and educators who are committed to nurturing each student’s artistic voice. Programs span creative movement for young dancers, youth training, adult classes, and pre-professional pathways.
Steps PDX is equally committed to community impact. Through outreach initiatives, financial assistance, and inclusive programs such as the BIPOC Youth Dance Program and adaptive DanceAbility classes, the organization works to expand access to dance across Portland. More than a studio, Steps PDX is a welcoming, supportive home where dancers and families come together to learn, create, and celebrate the joy of movement.
Event Details
What: The Nightmare Before Christmas: A Winter Dance Celebration
Presented by: Steps PDX
When: December 11 - 13
Where: Lincoln Hall, 1620 Southwest Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97201
