What happens before the curtain rises?

What sparks a movement, shapes a story, and transforms an idea into a captivating dance?

Step Inside ISHIDA Dance Company for an intimate evening that invites you beyond the performance and into the world where ISHIDA’s work begins.

Meet ISHIDA and select dancers she is working with. Hear the stories, ideas, and experiences that shape the company’s artistic vision and its growing international presence—right here in Houston. Witness the creative process unfold as dancers enter rehearsal, explore movement, and bring the work to life before your eyes. Then, experience a performance of several duets that are beloved audience favorites.

This is more than a rehearsal. It is a rare opportunity to experience the humanity behind the artistry—the vulnerability, imagination, and physicality that make ISHIDA’s work so distinctive.

Come curious. Come closer.

Inside ISHIDA.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23 @ 7:30 PM

MATCHBOX 2

RUNTIME:
1 hour with no intermission

TICKETS:
RESERVED SEATING
$100 VIP*
$70 General Reserved

*After the performance, join us on stage for a VIP reception to meet the Artists.

PLAN YOUR VISIT TO MATCH

🎟️ BOX OFFICE & TICKETING 

• Online sales end 30 minutes prior to curtain. After this time, tickets may be available in person at the MATCH Box Office. 
• The Box Office opens 2 hours prior to curtain for Will Call and walk-up sales. 
• All sales are final. No refunds or cancellations after purchase. 
• Have a discount code and need instructions on how to use it? CLICK HERE.
• **Standby/Waiting List: If the performance that you are hoping to attend is SOLD OUT, please CLICK HERE for information on our Standby/Waiting list.
• Tickets for this event are available exclusively through the MATCH Box Office. Tickets purchased from any other website or ticket seller claiming to offer tickets for this event are unauthorized and will not be accepted for admission.

⏱️ BEFORE THE SHOW 

• MATCH Concessions opens 1 hour prior to the start of each event. 
• Seating typically opens 30 minutes prior to curtain. 
• 🚗 LOCATION & PARKING
• 🍽️ AREA RESTAURANTS & BARS

♿ ACCESSIBILITY: MATCH is a fully accessible facility. Questions? Click here to email the box office.