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The Remember Balloons

THE REMEMBER BALLOONS is a heartwarming dance-theater production that tells the story of family, memory, and love through the power of dance, music, and multimedia. Inspired by the award-winning children’s book by Jessie Oliveros, the production visually represents the journey of a young boy and his grandfather as they navigate the realities of memory loss. Through breathtaking choreography, soulful music and immersive projections, the performance brings to life the beauty of intergenerational storytelling, showing how memories shape our relationships and identities.

With dynamic storytelling and deeply emotional themes, THE REMEMBER BALLOONS invites audiences of all ages to explore the power of remembrance and connection while fostering meaningful conversations about aging and Alzheimer’s disease. The production’s universal message resonates with families and communities, offering a space to reflect on the importance of preserving personal histories and cherishing shared moments.

Created by award-winning choreographer Dominic Moore-Dunson and renowned composer Theron Brown, THE REMEMBER BALLOONS is more than a performance — it is an invitation for families to come together, share their stories and celebrate the bonds that endure across generations. Through the transformative power of the arts, this production provides an unforgettable experience that touches hearts and inspires conversations that matter.

The Remember Balloons Live! 

See the heartwarming and transformational family story unfold in person at The Remember Balloons Live!  

 

The Remember Balloons Live! is an immersive 90-minute expansion of the original adaptation, building on the success of the dance production’s national tour and television debut. The bold and innovative partnership unites two Akron cultural leaders — PBS Western Reserve and Dominic Moore-Dunson — in a shared mission to use the transformative power of the arts to inspire connection, spark conversations, and strengthen our community. 

The Remember Balloons Live! features 20 musicians and four dancers bringing music, movement, and storytelling vividly to life as families laugh, reflect, and connect across generations — in an unforgettable evening captured live for PBS Western Reserve. 

Tickets for The Remember Balloons Live! at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall on Saturday, June 20, are available now. The filmed performance will premiere exclusively on PBS Western Reserve in November 2026 and will be available on demand following its broadcast debut.  

The Remember Balloons Live! Sponsored by

Gold Balloon Sponsor ($15K+)

Pegs Foundation
GAR Foundation

Silver Balloon Sponsor ($10K+)

Akron Community Foundation H. Peter Burg Fund
Vincent Lighting Systems

Purple Balloon Sponsor ($5K+)

Trina Carter

Red Balloon Sponsors ($2.5K+)

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Copeland Oaks
Martell School of Dance
Akron Children’s
Bob & Shirley Barson in memory of Elaine Y. Moore
Synthomer Foundation
Tom & Ginny Knolls