BWW Reviews: Ailey II is Charged with Energy and Panache
by Rose Marija - March 23, 2015
On March 18, 2015, I had the opportunity to see the dress rehearsal of Ailey II's program A at the Joyce Theater. This young company, under Troy Powell, Artistic Director, since July 1, 2012, only the 2nd director since this group was formed in 1974, was energized and fully loaded.
by Rose Marija - March 23, 2015
On March 18, 2015, I had the opportunity to see the dress rehearsal of Ailey II's program A at the Joyce Theater. This young company, under Troy Powell, Artistic Director, since July 1, 2012, only the 2nd director since this group was formed in 1974, was energized and fully loaded.
Steps Beyond Presents Conversation with American Dance Machine, March 22
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
The Steps Beyond Foundation's Artists Talk Series presents PASSING IT ON: A CONVERSATION WITH AMERICAN DANCE MACHINE 21 with Nikki Feirt Atkins, Robert La Fosse, Tome Cousins, Lars Rosager, Margo Sappington and ADM dancers Georgina Pazcoguin, Amar Ramasar, Jessica Lee Goldyn.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
The Steps Beyond Foundation's Artists Talk Series presents PASSING IT ON: A CONVERSATION WITH AMERICAN DANCE MACHINE 21 with Nikki Feirt Atkins, Robert La Fosse, Tome Cousins, Lars Rosager, Margo Sappington and ADM dancers Georgina Pazcoguin, Amar Ramasar, Jessica Lee Goldyn.
Visceral Dance Chicago Presents World Premiere SPRINGTWO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
CHICAGO-February 12, 2015-Visceral Dance Chicago will continue its second season offering with a Spring engagement at the Harris Theater in Millennium Park, the second mainstage Chicago performance of the company's sophomore season. SPRINGTWO, as the program is titled, will include world premieres by Artistic Director Nick Pupillo and Brian Enos, as well as four exciting works gleaned from the company's current and inaugural season.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
CHICAGO-February 12, 2015-Visceral Dance Chicago will continue its second season offering with a Spring engagement at the Harris Theater in Millennium Park, the second mainstage Chicago performance of the company's sophomore season. SPRINGTWO, as the program is titled, will include world premieres by Artistic Director Nick Pupillo and Brian Enos, as well as four exciting works gleaned from the company's current and inaugural season.
Bolshoi Ballet's SWAN LAKE Set for Ridgefield Playhouse Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
The Bolshoi's Ballet masterpiece Swan Lake, danced in Moscow to Tchaikovsky's famous, lyrical score, will be broadcast in HD at The Ridgefield Playhouse tonight, March 21, at 6 p.m. Performed to perfection by the unparalleled virtuosity of Russia's great Bolshoi, this universal and enchanting story of love, deception and drama is a must to experience. In the leading roles are Svetlana Zakharova, Denis Rodkin and Artemy Belyakov. Swan Lake depicts the tragic love between Princess Odette and Prince Siegfried.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
The Bolshoi's Ballet masterpiece Swan Lake, danced in Moscow to Tchaikovsky's famous, lyrical score, will be broadcast in HD at The Ridgefield Playhouse tonight, March 21, at 6 p.m. Performed to perfection by the unparalleled virtuosity of Russia's great Bolshoi, this universal and enchanting story of love, deception and drama is a must to experience. In the leading roles are Svetlana Zakharova, Denis Rodkin and Artemy Belyakov. Swan Lake depicts the tragic love between Princess Odette and Prince Siegfried.
American Repertory Ballet Hosts Annual Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
Tonight, March 21, 2015, American Repertory Ballet will hold its annual Gala performance and reception, The Dream, in downtown New Brunswick, NJ. The performance will begin at 6:00pm at Crossroads Theater, and the reception will begin at 7:00pm across the street at the Heldrich Hotel. The reception will include a gourmet dinner, dancing to the music of The Kenny i Orchestra, auctions, and more. Free valet parking will be provided. Princeton Ballet School students ages 12-18 years can enjoy a Junior Gala party with dinner, dancing and silent auction, also at the Heldrich Hotel.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
Tonight, March 21, 2015, American Repertory Ballet will hold its annual Gala performance and reception, The Dream, in downtown New Brunswick, NJ. The performance will begin at 6:00pm at Crossroads Theater, and the reception will begin at 7:00pm across the street at the Heldrich Hotel. The reception will include a gourmet dinner, dancing to the music of The Kenny i Orchestra, auctions, and more. Free valet parking will be provided. Princeton Ballet School students ages 12-18 years can enjoy a Junior Gala party with dinner, dancing and silent auction, also at the Heldrich Hotel.
Pilobolus Performs at Harris Center This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
Pilobolus has built its fervent and expanding international following by showing the human body to be the most expressive, universal, and magical of media. Pilobolus maintains its own singular style, evolving interplay with shapeshifting, shadowplay and other explorations, while actively collaborating with the best and brightest minds from all conceivable professions the world over.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
Pilobolus has built its fervent and expanding international following by showing the human body to be the most expressive, universal, and magical of media. Pilobolus maintains its own singular style, evolving interplay with shapeshifting, shadowplay and other explorations, while actively collaborating with the best and brightest minds from all conceivable professions the world over.
METROPOLIS Choreography Showcase Set for This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
Jessica DiMauro/DiMauro Dance, a fiscally sponsored modern dance company, presents an inaugural choreography showcase entitled 'METROPOLIS,' which celebrates the innovative movement of three contemporary dance companies from Miami and New York.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
Jessica DiMauro/DiMauro Dance, a fiscally sponsored modern dance company, presents an inaugural choreography showcase entitled 'METROPOLIS,' which celebrates the innovative movement of three contemporary dance companies from Miami and New York.
SWAN LAKE Plays Irvine Barclay Theatre This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
Festival Ballet Theatre presents the classic ballet, Swan Lake. It is a story that is as poignant today as it was at its inception over a century ago.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2015
Festival Ballet Theatre presents the classic ballet, Swan Lake. It is a story that is as poignant today as it was at its inception over a century ago.
Segerstrom Center to Offer ABT Gillespie School Open House in May
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
It will be a daylong celebration of dance, complete with open classes, studio tours, performances, faculty meet & greets, fun-filled activities and food trucks on the Arts Plaza, as prospective students and their families attend Segerstrom Center's Open House for the American Ballet Theatre William J. Gillespie School on Saturday, May 2, 2015.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
It will be a daylong celebration of dance, complete with open classes, studio tours, performances, faculty meet & greets, fun-filled activities and food trucks on the Arts Plaza, as prospective students and their families attend Segerstrom Center's Open House for the American Ballet Theatre William J. Gillespie School on Saturday, May 2, 2015.
Performing Dance Arts Announces Participation in MOVE Dance Competition
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
Toronto, Canada
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
Toronto, Canada
BWW Reviews: Manhattan Youth Ballet Presents STORIES THAT DANCE
by Rose Marija - March 20, 2015
The final performance of Manhattan Youth Ballet's spring production, Stories that Dance: Shakespeare and his Legacy, was full of joy. Four story ballets were performed with the young dancers involved in the story telling, rather than just going through the movements.
by Rose Marija - March 20, 2015
The final performance of Manhattan Youth Ballet's spring production, Stories that Dance: Shakespeare and his Legacy, was full of joy. Four story ballets were performed with the young dancers involved in the story telling, rather than just going through the movements.
Marin Center Welcomes PILOBOLUS Today
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
An American modern dance company of astonishing talent that combines gymnastics, weight sharing, pop dance and performance art, PILOBOLUS will perform at Marin Center FRIDAY, MARCH 20th, 8pm at the Marin Veteran's Memorial Auditorium (10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael.)
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
An American modern dance company of astonishing talent that combines gymnastics, weight sharing, pop dance and performance art, PILOBOLUS will perform at Marin Center FRIDAY, MARCH 20th, 8pm at the Marin Veteran's Memorial Auditorium (10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael.)
Chicago Tap Theatre Premieres TIGHTWIRE Today
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
Chicago Tap Theatre (CTT) presents the world premiere production of TightWire, written by Marc Kelly Smith and original music by CTT Music Director Kurt Schweitz, playing at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, from today, March 20 through March 29.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
Chicago Tap Theatre (CTT) presents the world premiere production of TightWire, written by Marc Kelly Smith and original music by CTT Music Director Kurt Schweitz, playing at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, from today, March 20 through March 29.
Tempe Center for the Arts Host BREAKING GROUND Dance Festival Today
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
Thirty-two artists, choreographers and film makers take over Tempe Center for the Arts today, March 20th and tomorrow, 21st for a two-day festival of contemporary dance and film. BREAKING GROUND 2015 is an exhilarating weekend of performances, master classes and social events featuring some of the most important voices in contemporary dance today.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
Thirty-two artists, choreographers and film makers take over Tempe Center for the Arts today, March 20th and tomorrow, 21st for a two-day festival of contemporary dance and film. BREAKING GROUND 2015 is an exhilarating weekend of performances, master classes and social events featuring some of the most important voices in contemporary dance today.
Savannah Fuentes Performs at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts Today
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
Seattle Flamenco dancer and educator, Savannah Fuentes returns to Langley with Spanish guitarist Jose Vega and international vocalist Curio Cueto. Fuentes and company perform as part of the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts Family Series at 7:30 p.m. tonight, March 20 on the main stage.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
Seattle Flamenco dancer and educator, Savannah Fuentes returns to Langley with Spanish guitarist Jose Vega and international vocalist Curio Cueto. Fuentes and company perform as part of the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts Family Series at 7:30 p.m. tonight, March 20 on the main stage.
CONDER/dance Breaking Ground Festival Kicks Off Today
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
Thirty-two artists, choreographers and film makers take over Tempe Center for the Arts today, March 20th and tomorrow, March 21st for a two-day festival of contemporary dance and film. BREAKING GROUND 2015 is an exhilarating weekend of performances, master classes and social events featuring some of the most important voices in contemporary dance today.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2015
Thirty-two artists, choreographers and film makers take over Tempe Center for the Arts today, March 20th and tomorrow, March 21st for a two-day festival of contemporary dance and film. BREAKING GROUND 2015 is an exhilarating weekend of performances, master classes and social events featuring some of the most important voices in contemporary dance today.
PHILADANCO to Kick Off 45th Anniversary Celebration at Perelman Theater, 4/17-19
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
Groundbreaking, internationally acclaimed modern dance company PHILADANCO will return to their Philadelphia home at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts to mark their 45th Anniversary celebration in Perelman Theater on April 17-19 (times vary).
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
Groundbreaking, internationally acclaimed modern dance company PHILADANCO will return to their Philadelphia home at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts to mark their 45th Anniversary celebration in Perelman Theater on April 17-19 (times vary).
New York Live Arts to Present Emily Johnson/Catalyst's SHORE, 4/19-26
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
New York Live Arts presents the New York premiere of Emily Johnson/ Catalyst's SHORE in Lenapehoking (NYC), April 19 – 26. Known for “richly detailed dance-installations [that] are full of surprises” (The New York Times), Johnson brings her expansive installation to New York City for a week of events and performances that uniquely connect us to our land, our lives and each other.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
New York Live Arts presents the New York premiere of Emily Johnson/ Catalyst's SHORE in Lenapehoking (NYC), April 19 – 26. Known for “richly detailed dance-installations [that] are full of surprises” (The New York Times), Johnson brings her expansive installation to New York City for a week of events and performances that uniquely connect us to our land, our lives and each other.
Northwest Dance Project to Perform at Smothers Theatre, 4/18
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
The innovative, contemporary, and risk-taking dance company, Northwest Dance Project, takes the Smothers stage at Pepperdine University on Saturday, April 18 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
The innovative, contemporary, and risk-taking dance company, Northwest Dance Project, takes the Smothers stage at Pepperdine University on Saturday, April 18 at 8 p.m.
BREAKIN' CONVENTION Dance Festival Set for Levine Center for the Arts
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
Breakin' Convention, an international hip hop dance festival created by London's Sadler's Wells, will come to Charlotte's Levine Center for the Arts this October.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
Breakin' Convention, an international hip hop dance festival created by London's Sadler's Wells, will come to Charlotte's Levine Center for the Arts this October.
The Peking Acrobats Returning to McCarter, 3/31
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
The Peking Acrobats will perform on McCarter's Matthews Stage on Wednesday, March 31st at 7:30 p.m. Single tickets start at $25.00 and are on sale now online at www.mccarter.org, by phone at (609) 258-2787, or in person at the McCarter Theatre Ticket Office, located at 91 University Place in Princeton.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
The Peking Acrobats will perform on McCarter's Matthews Stage on Wednesday, March 31st at 7:30 p.m. Single tickets start at $25.00 and are on sale now online at www.mccarter.org, by phone at (609) 258-2787, or in person at the McCarter Theatre Ticket Office, located at 91 University Place in Princeton.
TUKRE' to Explore Memories Through Movement at Riverside Theatres, April 29-May 2
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
From 29th April to 2nd May, FORM Dance Projects and Riverside Theatres will present the contemporary dance work, Tukre', that explores how cultural lineage can be communicated and shared through objects and movement.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
From 29th April to 2nd May, FORM Dance Projects and Riverside Theatres will present the contemporary dance work, Tukre', that explores how cultural lineage can be communicated and shared through objects and movement.
Joffrey Ballet to Close Season with NEW WORKS, 4/22
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
CHICAGO – Following its highly praised Unique Voices triple bill, The Joffrey Ballet closes its 2014-2015season celebrating 20 years in Chicago with “New Works,” a mixed repertory program featuring two Joffrey/Chicago Premieres -- In Creases by New York City Ballet resident choreographer and soloist Justin Peck and Liturgy by Christopher Wheeldon -- along with the U.S. premiere of Evenfall from the Joffrey's own ballet master Nicolas Blanc and the return of Incantations by Val Caniparoli. The Joffrey Ballet presents “New Works” in ten performances only April 22-May 3, 2015. Please note: The National Football League has moved its annual draft from New York to Chicago's Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, and the Joffrey is pleased to accommodate the NFL and help secure this event for Chicago by agreeing to relocate this program to the Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph Street, Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
CHICAGO – Following its highly praised Unique Voices triple bill, The Joffrey Ballet closes its 2014-2015season celebrating 20 years in Chicago with “New Works,” a mixed repertory program featuring two Joffrey/Chicago Premieres -- In Creases by New York City Ballet resident choreographer and soloist Justin Peck and Liturgy by Christopher Wheeldon -- along with the U.S. premiere of Evenfall from the Joffrey's own ballet master Nicolas Blanc and the return of Incantations by Val Caniparoli. The Joffrey Ballet presents “New Works” in ten performances only April 22-May 3, 2015. Please note: The National Football League has moved its annual draft from New York to Chicago's Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, and the Joffrey is pleased to accommodate the NFL and help secure this event for Chicago by agreeing to relocate this program to the Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph Street, Chicago.
Monica Bill Barnes & Company to Bring HAPPY HOUR to Velocity, 4/16
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
For one night only -- the hilarious and affecting Monica Bill Barnes and Anna Bass (NYC) trade their signature sequins and feather headdresses for a pair of everyday men's suits in Happy Hour, the world's first-ever cocktail party dance show.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
For one night only -- the hilarious and affecting Monica Bill Barnes and Anna Bass (NYC) trade their signature sequins and feather headdresses for a pair of everyday men's suits in Happy Hour, the world's first-ever cocktail party dance show.
DanceWorks to Present World Premiere of Bageshree Vaze's PARATOPIA, 4/23-25
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
DanceWorks, Toronto's longest running contemporary dance series, proudly presents Paratopia, a dynamic evening of works featuring the world premiere of the title piece from award-winning dance and music artist Bageshree Vaze and her company Raagini Dance. Pushing the boundaries of Kathak in new and exciting ways to explore a 21st century vision of dance,Paratopia premieres Thursday, April 23 and runs to Saturday, April 25 at 8pm nightly at Harbourfront Centre Theatre as part of NextSteps.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2015
DanceWorks, Toronto's longest running contemporary dance series, proudly presents Paratopia, a dynamic evening of works featuring the world premiere of the title piece from award-winning dance and music artist Bageshree Vaze and her company Raagini Dance. Pushing the boundaries of Kathak in new and exciting ways to explore a 21st century vision of dance,Paratopia premieres Thursday, April 23 and runs to Saturday, April 25 at 8pm nightly at Harbourfront Centre Theatre as part of NextSteps.
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