Universal Dance Destiny (UDD) is a premier Dance Performance/Entertainment and Educational Company based in Minnesota available for national and international bookings and tours. We are dedicated to serving our clients and advancing the art of dancing through our proven experience in this field. Here at Universal Dance Destiny, we offer many services from teaching you how to dance in many of today's styles, to event entertainment, theatrical exhibits, choreography, worshops, residencies, and back up dancers for your music video, concert, or tour. Today UDD has grown in popularity and has expanded into five divisions offering services for every entertainment and educational need. more...

African Roads, American Streets

An energetic, heart-felt production filled with powerful movements. Be captivated by a strong mix of theater, street, and cultural performers unraveling a true story through spoken word, hip hop, live drumming and African dance.

"There's lots of kinetic joy and cultural pride in this family-friendly piece"
-Camille Lefevre, Star Tribune

"Many of the dancers in this large multicultural cast are still teenagers but they move with worldly intensity, rubber-band flexibility, and infectious joy."
-Quinton Skinner, City Pages

"Absolutely exhilarating" and "Incredibly uplifting and highly recommended for all ages."
-Lydia Howell, Pulse of the Twin Cities

Click here to see samples of our "African Roads, American Streets" show

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News & Upcoming Events

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UDD ALL-INCLUSIVE WEDDING SERVICE

is our new Division set up to aide betrothed couples in planning their big day without the stress! Leave it to UDD to:

-Choreograph and Teach you and your partner a flawless First Wedding Dance for your Reception

-An option to Choreograph the the Song/Music selection of your choice for the Entire Bridal Party entrance (down the aisle at the Wedding Ceremony or Reception Hall)

We specialize in Entertainmment for every type of event (see our Schedule/Book us page). Whether it's your Birthday Party, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, Holiday Celebration, Wedding, we do it all! Call us today to book us!

We even customize themes to best suit our clients. For ex: Hawaiian/Tropical, Sports (pick your favorite one), Disco, 60's/70's/80's/90's, Caribbean, Mexican, Karate, Hip hop Culture, Surfing, African, to name a few (fee varies).

Volunteers/Interns:

UDD is looking for interns and volunteers to work in various departments in our Company. It is a great opportunity to earn free Dance Lessons. For more details, email us at info@universaldancedestiny.com and type "Opportunities" as the heading. We are excited to be one of the top booked Dance Entertainment company in the Midwest!

We also offer: Workshops/Residencies/Performances/Educational Dance Curriculum/After School Programs/Private Lessons

At UDD, we specialize in Workshops, Residencies and Performances in Educational Facilities, Community Centers, Libraries, and more. We offer tailored Dance Educational Curriculum's to go with the Facility course of study for our clients and organizations. We also instruct dance lessons at After-School Programs and offer affordable private lessons in all the dance genres listed on our "Lessons" page. For cost specifications, contact us today.

Our two most popular Educational Presentations

1-"Connection of West African Dance into Modern American Hip hop" and
2-"History of Hip Hop" (new)

These two educational programs can be presented as a workshop, performance, or residency. In the first presentation, the audience will learn about traditional West African dances and it's influences and connections to modern day Hip Hop of America. Traditional songs, dance, and drums signifies the authentic historical component used to represent the cultural aspect of the presentation. "Breaks" in the drumming is compared to the first "Break" in the music that set off the Break dance movement. The second presentation concentrates on the Hip Hop era from the beginning to where it has become today. Using Spoken word, Beat-boxing, and Rapping to tie in all the elements, this presentation help audiences see Hip Hop as a true dance form. Performers focus on stripping away the negative stereotype that are sometimes associated with the culture . Both presentations allow audience participation and Q & A (question and answer) in the end.

Testimonials

"Edna and her troupe were fantastic and I would enthusiastically recommend them for any gathering of people who are twelve, and up to eighty-five. One aspect that I really liked about Edna and her team was that they listened to me. She put together a show that was educational, had a great combination of break dancing, beat boxing and popping, and had some breathtaking moves. She combined having her team perform stunning moves, with demonstrations with the kids. She even provided a historical context, which many of us found highly interesting."

-Peter Shapiro

UDD 7th Annual Holiday Showcase on Januuary 21st was a HUGE SUCESS! UDD packed the House once again!

at Tri-C Conquerors Christian Center located at 5250 Hanson Court, Crystal 55429! Hats off to all who contributed in making this yearly event a'Movement!' We once again plan for a successful turnout! Congrats to all the Hip Hop, Step, Dance Teams, Crews, Company's, Spoken Word, and Recording Artist that performed in the past years! As always we will feature special surprise guest. If you want to participate in this year upcoming Showcase, contact us asap. We have only a few slots left in the Showcase Line-up! Admission $6, youth 12 and under- $3. Download flyer.