Even at the best of times, opera and dance are dying art forms. Their following is loyal but small, and not necessarily growing. Yet they persevere because there will always be a core group supporting new and classic work. The Metropolitan Opera reopened in the fall and, unlike many theatrical events, did not miss performances […]
(This story is sponsored by .) If you’re starting to write an itinerary for a local, family-friendly spring break, the 17th edition deserves a spot on the list. After taking on a virtual format last year, the city’s annual celebration of Celtic culture is thrilled to return with . CelticFest returns with live programming March […]
JUlsa Ballet Center for Dance Education partnered with Canada’s National Ballet School, NBS, to bring the share the dance program in Tulsa, a program that offers eight free classes for all ages, bringing the community together for a performance at Guthrie Green. share the dance is an interactive celebration of movement and music, intended to […]
The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and The Movement Source Dance Company will present a special series of moving dance performances in Old Town Scottsdale on March 4-5. Arizona Trolley Dances will begin at the center, where patrons will ride Ollie the Trolley for a tour of short dance works at various downtown locations. […]
OBJECT: MATERIAL Ian Berg’s Tap Collective has made a name for itself not only with Berg’s bold, boundary-pushing work, but also by reflecting the historic past of the art form. For this Global Arts Live engagement, live dancers and musicians will perform ‘Songbook,’ offering a fresh take on some of the classic tunes from The […]
Heidi Klum turned up the heat on her Instagram timeline this weekend when she flaunted her killer body. The renowned model put on a tempting display when she shared a dance video with her 8.9 million followers. Heidi Klum dropped jaws in a thong In the 20-second video, Klum teased her fans as she danced […]
Nai-Ni Chen dances in her own piece, “Mirage.” Choreographer and dancer Nai-Ni Chen died on Dec. 12 at the age of 62, while swimming off the beach in Honolulu. Bridging centuries-old Chinese traditions and contemporary art, Chen was a brilliant performer and a humanitarian whose sophisticated theater works often involved collaborations with contemporary musicians. Her […]
Nai-Ni Chen, founder of the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company, died in a swimming accident on December 12. Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company members Rio Kikuchi, Thibaut Witzleb, Candace Jarvis, Evan Matthew Stewart and Greta Campo performed an excerpt from “Shadow Force,” choreographed by Chen, at Dance on the Lawn at the church St. Luke’s Episcopal Church […]
Our concert series features judged choreography from students, faculty, and guest artists in a variety of formats and venues. Their work explores the original statements of today’s students, who are tomorrow’s emerging choreographers. Please note: All concert tickets are only available for presale online and cannot be purchased at the door. Two years in the […]
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Soaring productions will offer free aerial dance performances outside two buildings in the heart of the Tenderloin this weekend, in a bid to highlight the impacts of mass incarceration. Dance company performances Meet us quickly with your mercy will feature two different cages and other steel artifacts, original music by Jewlia Eisenberg, and choreography by […]
Autumn sound garden Enjoy the beauty of transforming colors as composer and director JG Everest shares the third of his four seasonal presentations, “Water Suite”. It features dancers Leslie O’Neill, Erika Hansen, Sarah Baumert and Megan Mayer. (Oct. 2, West River Parkway, Mpls. Free but reservations required, waveletscreative.org) ‘Frankenstein’ Author Mary Shelley’s own story is […]
As summer draws to a close this month, two New York-based dance companies are offering free outdoor performances over the coming weekend, as the weather is still pleasant and the COVID protocol. -19 is still in place. Photo by Joshua Green. Edited by Emily Smyth Vartanian, General Mischief Dance Theater combines high-level storytelling, high-quality movement […]
Dance throughout the fall season on your way to these renowned shows, lessons and showcases in the region. By Léanne Stahulak September 13, 2021 After a year without celebrations, it’s time to get moving. Whether you want to attend a dance company across the Atlantic or learn the choreography on your own, catch these local […]
Capital One Hall announced three additional performances by Fairfax County nonprofit arts organizations as part of their partnership with ArtsFairfax and the Fairfax County government. Tickets go on sale this Friday, September 10 at 10 a.m. Symphony of the Capital Winds Sunday, November 7, 2021 at 3:00 PMFree tickets The Capital Wind Symphony is an […]
August 26, 2021 COSTA MESA, Calif. – Segerstrom Arts Center is thrilled to announce 2021 Dance Shows featuring a diverse and culturally rich program starting next month with three of North America’s most innovative dance companies coming to Orange County. From modern dance to contemporary ballet, the Center will host an extraordinary range of performances […]
JACKSON, Wyo. – This summer season thrills the community! Dancers’ workshop is proud to present opportunities for locals and visitors to experience live entertainment… together again. From July 22-24, Dancers’ Workshop (DW) welcomes David Dorfman Dance, the very first commissioned artist in residence, as one of their first showcases this summer with in-person classes and […]
Stage Garden Rumba-the multidisciplinary performance series that brings live poetry, music and dance performances to green spaces and “Casitas” (community gardens) across the South Bronx-has an exciting lineup of FREE performances this Saturday, June 26 at Willis Avenue Garden from 3:00 p.m. (full schedule and location information below): Hosted by the famous spoken word poet […]
Gala shows often feature patrons in black ties and evening dresses, cocktails, and expensive seats. Saturday night’s season opening gala for the Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival was a whole different matter. “Global Pillow: A Virtual Gala” took place online. Entrance was free. Best of all, if you missed Saturday night’s performances, you can still catch […]
CLEVELAND – Northeast Ohio’s premier flamenco music and dance company is slated to take the stage on Saturday at 8 p.m. for a virtual performance. ABREPASO Flamenco will present its new production “En Camino” which presents two new pieces of traditional flamenco. Flamenco is a Spanish art form made up of several important parts: guitar, […]
Shirley Ubell, modern dancer, dancer therapist and longtime founder and artistic director of the nonprofit Center for Modern Dance Education (CMDE) in Hackensack, New Jersey, died April 11 in Lafayette, Calif., At the age 93. Over five decades at CMDE, she has created and nurtured innovative programs based on her belief that the joy and […]
TULSA, Okla. – The artistic director of Tulsa Ballet, Marcello Angelini, announced the details of the 2021-2022 season for the dance company on Friday April 23, during a virtual event. Angelini hopes the coming season will bring the Tulsa Ballet back to a sense of normalcy. “The past 14 months have been difficult for all […]
Central Connecticut State University’s Dance Education Program presents “Legends” in conjunction with student dance company Dancentral. “Legends” is the faculty’s annual spring dance showcase and will air live April 18 at 3 p.m. at www.ccsu.edu/dance. Live streaming is free, but registration is recommended. You can register on https://www.showpass.com/legends-ccsu-dance-education-program-w-dancentral/. Legends is a dance performance paying homage […]
Inside The Arts: The Body Remembers | Live Artistic Dance Performances at Music Box Village | WWNO Due to ongoing developments in Ukraine, WWNO will temporarily broadcast BBC World Service live from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. to provide the latest information. This can anticipate certain programs during these times. Posted April 15, 2021 3:24 […]
There may not have been a Sakura Matsuri Festival this year, but the Brooklyn Botanic Garden still celebrates the return of spring with “Spring Weekends,” a series of over 60 pop-up music and dance performances. scheduled over four weekends, from April 17 to May 9. Visitors will be able to watch performances by more than […]
From hotels to hair salons, many industries have been hit hard by the pandemic. But I would say that the industry most affected – the industry that seems to be the lowest priority in terms of support from governments around the world – is the arts, and more specifically dance. No better example of this […]
NNA | Update: 02 March 2021 18:33 STI New Delhi [India], Mar 2 (ANI/ThePRTree): If there’s something Indians love the most, it’s dancing hard. No matter how big the occasion, you can’t expect people to end it without getting carried away by the music. Even in theaters, people dance to the music played in a […]
When the COVID-19 restrictions were put in place in March 2020, KSAMB Dance Company wanted to find a way to continuously host shows. They were able to do that with Wild Card Movement, a dance performance that takes place every Friday night in Town Hall Square, starting promptly when the clock strikes 7 p.m. “Because […]
Serena Herschleb performs in a previous holiday production from dance studio Current Rhythms. Photo courtesy of Alyssa Kleissler Music and dance performances will take place on Fridays, December 4, December 11 and December 18 on Main Street. Sidewalk Serenade, a musical performance featuring caroling and bells, will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by Winter by […]
An integral part of St. Louis lore, the story of the Lemp family – a brewing dynasty that was beset by multiple suicides and left behind a reputedly haunted mansion – proved to be a fertile source for the Big Muddy Dance Company. “Lemp Legends,” which debuted two years ago at the Edison Theater, is […]
AVONDALE — A new dance company is hosting a series of shows and classes next month in an Avondale parking lot. The series of events, called “kiss,” will take place October 3-4 in the parking lot of 3319 N. Elston Ave. PARA.MAR Dance Theaterfounded in July by Chicago-based contemporary ballet choreographer Stephanie Martinez is behind […]
The National Dance Education Organization recently announced the recipients of the 2020 awards recognizing individuals who have made essential contributions to the field of dance education. Jennifer A. (Martin) Aversa of Pikesville, Md., and formerly of Smithsburg, was selected as a co-recipient of the 2020 National Award for Outstanding Dance Educator in the Private Sector. […]
While live shows have temporarily ceased, many dance companies have moved their shows online! Here is a list of places to stream line dancing: Trisha Brown Dance Company Watch videos every week on the company’s website and on the IGTV channel (@trishabrowncompany). Next up is his 1985″job titleand a new, socially distanced version of his […]
Our guide to the dance shows happening this weekend and in the week ahead. RICHARD ALTON at the Alexander Kasser Theater at Montclair State University in Montclair, NJ (Feb. 20-21, 7:30 p.m.; through Feb. 23). Alston has been creating vibrant, lyrical dance for half a century and has been a mainstay of British dance for […]
Society of the Performing Arts staff, modern dance aficionados and fans of the folk-rock hero Good Iver were disappointed when the famous independent artist canceled his scheduled performances in Houston of come through with the Minnesota dance company TU Dance on February 20 and 21 at Jones Hall. Cancellation comes after TU Dance co-founder Uri […]
The dance stage gave us upside-down guitar playing, jaw-dropping magic, and a ravishing finale: The Best of Arts & Entertainment of 2019 included those 10 performances. 1. . Valerie Oliveiro: “The Standard,” June 20-22: In the intimate space of JSB Tek Box, Oliveiro’s use of slow motion and stillness was captivating. Dancers Rosy Simas and […]
THE NUTCRACKER BY MIKKO NISSINEN While there are “Nutcracker” productions all over New England this time of year, none can match the Boston Ballet version for its grandeur, excellent dancing, and live music. The company’s narrative of Clara’s fantastical journey sets the standard for jaw-dropping ballet magic. 29 Nov-Dec $29.37-$300. Citizens Bank Opera. 617-695-6955, www.bostonballet.org […]
Is there some sort of dance explosion going on? Because after the great mid-October weekend for dance, then the Twin Cities Tap Festival, Dorrance Dance and the Irish Teaċ Daṁsa, here are four more irresistible performances. If you time it right and your budget allows, you can see all four, each expressing different perspectives and […]
A classical ballet in pointe shoes; a working weekend examining masculinity, homosexuality, race and gender; and an array of new choreography across the city – yes, it’s fall in Seattle and the dancing begins. Here are some highlights from the season. “Carmina Burana” & “Agon” Pacific Northwest Ballet kicks off its 2019-20 season with a […]
Fall is the perfect time to immerse yourself in the beauty of dance, from local talent to global ensembles, who will be presenting a variety of new and historic works in the coming weeks. Benjamin Millepied’s upcoming festival celebrates the future of dance in Los Angeles with premieres from choreographers such as Kyle Abraham, Jacob […]
Here is a list of dance performances in LA from August 18-25: The 13th MixMatch Dance Festival This two-day showcase presented by the Hart Pulse Dance Company is coming to an end. The Miles Memorial Playhouse, 1130 Lincoln Blvd., Santa Monica. Sun., 2 p.m. $20. (800) 838-3006. HartPulseDance.com Wild rose garden The Raiford Rogers Modern […]
Click to enlarge Photo: Eric Rose Bodiography Bodiography Contemporary Ballet delivers great performances for dance fans in Pittsburgh and beyond with its 2019-20 season. The Pittsburgh-based company and school of dance announced their new season with a number of local dates, beginning with a company-in-residence at Butler County Community College Succop Theater […]
Whether it’s traditional Indian, Brazilian, stage or ice moves, it’s a fascinating season for dance. Here are 11 performances worth catching up on. More spring/summer events. Ragamala Dance Company and Brooklyn Rider April 12: Not long ago, one of classical music’s most interesting and innovative string quartets, Brooklyn Rider, hosted a summer festival in Stillwater […]
Budding ballerinas, dedicated dancers and art enthusiasts will be inspired by some of the incredible dance performances taking place in Chicago in the months to come. Dance styles from around the world will be showcased, providing both opportunities to explore different cultures and to see that dance truly can be a universal medium of communication. […]
Photo: Katie Ging Conservatory Dance Company in Chaplin Then and Now by Tyce Diorio In a year filled with many great local dance performances and programs, here are eight that have touched the hearts and minds of local audiences in very different ways. Shana Simmons Dance – The missing piece (Bricolage Theatre, March […]
The Pure Movement Dance Institute was established in 2001 by owner and director Rhea Gill to provide Lincoln dancers with an art-based dance program. The Institute was founded on the belief that dance should be viewed and experienced as an artistic expression. A core part of the studio’s ethos is to provide a platform of […]
SARAH MICHELSON The Walker Art Center in Minneapolis presents the premiere of Ms. Michelson’s “OCTOBER2018/”, which continues this groundbreaking choreographer’s close relationship with the center. Ms. Michelson refers to her recent dances as “a work in the studio, to be watched and accompanied, built in this time for this time – an attempt to stay […]
NEW YORK, March 16, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — PS DANCE!an inspiring film about teaching dance in New York City public schools, was nominated for a New York Emmy in the Documentary category. The New York Emmy Awards will take place on Saturday, March 19, 2016. Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20160316/345011 Dance education documentary PS DANCE! Is nominated for […]