MILFORD, PA — DanceFest Milford is a new dance festival debuting Friday, May 18 to Sunday, May 20. Under the directorship of noted choreographer Johanna LjungQvist-Brinson, the festival will host a wide range of cutting-edge and global dance including classical Indian, Mexican folk dance, Irish step dance, hip hop and modern. In addition, free dance workshops for all age groups and an open dance forum with a professional dancer will be offered.

“The festival’s mission is to expand people’s current appreciation of dance, whatever it may be, taking it to the next level by showcasing emerging and established companies from New York, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, opening peoples’ hearts and minds to the varieties of dance while also exposing the invited artists to each other’s work,” says LjungQvist-Brinson. “We also hope to introduce visitors to the beauty and attractions in and around Milford.”

Dance workshops are free; fees are charged for other events and an opening night reception. For more information or to buy tickets visit dancefestmilford.com.