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Qarrianne Blayr Named Artistic Director of Dayton Contemporary Dance Company

institutional · 2026-05-20

Qarrianne Blayr has been appointed artistic director of the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC), succeeding Debbie Blunden-Diggs, who held the role for 18 years. Blayr previously served as associate artistic director for five years. Blunden-Diggs, daughter of DCDC founder Jeraldyne Blunden, also served as chief executive for the last two years. The transition marks a new chapter for the company, which was founded in 1968.

Key facts

  • Qarrianne Blayr is the new artistic director of DCDC.
  • Debbie Blunden-Diggs served as artistic director for 18 years.
  • Blunden-Diggs also served as CEO for the last two years.
  • Blayr was associate artistic director for five years.
  • Debbie Blunden-Diggs is the daughter of founder Jeraldyne Blunden.
  • DCDC was founded in 1968.
  • The announcement was made by the Dayton Daily News.

Entities

Artists

  • Qarrianne Blayr
  • Debbie Blunden-Diggs
  • Jeraldyne Blunden

Institutions

  • Dayton Contemporary Dance Company
  • Dayton Daily News

Locations

  • Dayton
  • United States

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