A Bold New Chapter: Störling Dance Theater Shines at New Dance Partners 2025

Overland Park, KS – Störling Dance Theater, the neoclassical modern dance company in residence at The Culture House, is thrilled to present a world-premiere work at the highly anticipated New Dance Partners: The Ultimate Collaboration festival, happening Friday and Saturday, September 19–20, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. each night in Yardley Hall, part of the Midwest Trust Center at Johnson County Community College.

What is New Dance Partners?

New Dance Partners is a signature commissioning initiative by the Midwest Trust Center. Embodying the essence of innovation in contemporary and modern dance, this festival brings together four choreographers and four premiere dance companies from the Kansas City region to craft and debut entirely new works in a single spectacular evening.

2025 Collaborators — Dance Studios & Choreographers

This year’s artistic synergy features:

• Kansas City Ballet with Caroline Dahm

• Owen/Cox Dance Group with Caili Quan

• Störling Dance Theater with Dolly Sfeir

• Regina Klenjoski Dance Company with Jessi Stegall
  

Spotlight on Störling Dance Theater

Founded in 1996 by Mona Störling-Enna and Jeremiah Enna, Störling Dance Theater has made its mark as a visionary neoclassical modern dance company rooted in storytelling. The company, under Mona’s artistic direction, explores themes of faith, family, community, and personal worth—embodying “the beauty of dance and the power of story.”

As the professional dance company in residence at The Culture House, Störling has captivated audiences across Kansas City, nationally, and internationally. The organization also fosters the next generation of artists through the Störling Conservatory of Dance, a college-accredited program that empowers students to discover their creative voices.

Who Is Dolly Sfeir?

Dolly Sfeir, this year’s esteemed collaborator, brings an international perspective to the stage. Originally from Lebanon, she relocated to the U.S. at 19 and has since garnered awards such as the 2022 NYFA/NYSCA Artist Fellowship in Choreography, the 2019 Grand Prize at the Palm Desert Choreography Competition, and residencies/fellowships at Jacob’s Pillow and the CUNY Dance Initiative. Her work has been commissioned by leading companies in the U.S. and Europe, and her unique artistic voice makes her collaboration with Störling one of the most anticipated works of the season.

Why This Matters

By partnering with Dolly Sfeir at New Dance Partners 2025, Störling Dance Theater continues its legacy of boundary-pushing storytelling through movement. This exclusive commission not only amplifies the company’s presence in the regional dance ecosystem but also introduces fresh artistic voices and narratives into its repertoire.

About The Culture House

The Culture House serves as home to Störling Dance Theater, offering transformative education and arts programming across dance, theatre, music, and visual arts. Since its founding, The Culture House has become a creative hub in Overland Park, Kansas, inspiring youth, artists, and audiences alike through excellence in the arts.

🎟 Don’t Miss Out – Get Your Tickets Today!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of cutting-edge dance innovation at New Dance Partners: The Ultimate Collaboration. Performances take place September 19–20, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. in Yardley Hall.

✨ Pre-show talks with Artistic Advisor Michael Uthoff begin at 6:30 p.m.

🎟 Tickets start at just $25 – seating is limited, and this premiere event will sell out quickly.

👉 Purchase your tickets now through the Midwest Trust Center and secure your place at one of Kansas City’s most inspiring dance events of the year!