HistoryGateway Dance Theatre (GDT) a nonprofit arts organization has been moving to the rhythms of the world for four decades. GDT performs and creates diverse, contemporary and traditional dance from African-American, Caribbean, Asian and Indian music with movement into a multi-media experience for people of all ages, skills and cultures. More than a dance studio, GDT located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, Iowa, is a company rich in culture, education, friendship and joy. Mission: Gateway Dance Theatre uses the Arts to engage, communicate, educate and collaborate with diverse communities to enrich lives. GDT's vision is to advance a diverse arts movement through performing Arts for all ages, to broaden Arts outreach, increased cultural sensitivity, and social justice awareness.SpecialtiesGateway Dance Theatre uses the Arts to engage, communicate, educate and collaborate with diverse communities to enrich lives. Gateway Dance Theatre (GDT), is an urban arts multifaceted program to provide quality arts programming. GDT is more than dance! GDT is a family friendly program based on the concept that training in the arts is essential to a complete education. No previous experience - all skills and children and adults are welcome!The language of Arts is universal. Music, drama, visual and literary arts are presented with an emphasis on building self-esteem, discipline, awareness and confidence We offer dance classes from around the world: Brazilian Samba, Capoeira - Brazilian Martial Arts Contemporary African Katherine Dunham technique Jazz Bollywood Classical Dance of India ( Bharata Natyam) Traditional folk dances of India World Rhythms dance class Drums and Percussion, Afro-Caribbean. We also offer Acting classes! For children and Adults- class designed for