Joffrey Ballet Presents LA BAYADÈRE: THE TEMPLE DANCER, 10/16
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
Less than a month after its special "Russian Masters" program, The Joffrey Ballet transports Chicago audiences to India with the Chicago Premiere of La Bayadere: The Temple Dancer, choreographed by Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch. La Bayadere is presented over 10 performances with orchestral accompaniment by The Chicago Philharmonic conducted by Joffrey Music Director Scott Speck, at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, 50 E. Congress Parkway, October 16 - 27.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
Less than a month after its special "Russian Masters" program, The Joffrey Ballet transports Chicago audiences to India with the Chicago Premiere of La Bayadere: The Temple Dancer, choreographed by Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch. La Bayadere is presented over 10 performances with orchestral accompaniment by The Chicago Philharmonic conducted by Joffrey Music Director Scott Speck, at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University, 50 E. Congress Parkway, October 16 - 27.
Houston Ballet Opens THE MERRY WIDOW Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
From tonight, September 19-29, 2013, Houston Ballet presents Ronald Hynd's comic and enchanting The Merry Widow.Adapted from Franz Lehar's beloved operetta, the internationally-admired British choreographer Ronald Hynd adds a new layer of lavish spectacle and choreography to the original story of The Merry Widow to create an irresistibly charming and intoxicating tale of high jinks, finance, romance, and intrigue. The production features magnificent scenery and costumes by Italian designer Roberta Guidi di Bagno. The company will give seven performances at Wortham Theater Center in downtown Houston.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
From tonight, September 19-29, 2013, Houston Ballet presents Ronald Hynd's comic and enchanting The Merry Widow.Adapted from Franz Lehar's beloved operetta, the internationally-admired British choreographer Ronald Hynd adds a new layer of lavish spectacle and choreography to the original story of The Merry Widow to create an irresistibly charming and intoxicating tale of high jinks, finance, romance, and intrigue. The production features magnificent scenery and costumes by Italian designer Roberta Guidi di Bagno. The company will give seven performances at Wortham Theater Center in downtown Houston.
Liz Gerring's GLACIER Makes World Premiere with Peak Performances Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
The world premiere of Liz Gerring's 'glacier' at the Alexander Kasser Theater in Montclair, tonight, September 19-22, signals a major new step for choreographer Liz Gerring. Larger in scale and choreographically more complex than her previous works, 'glacier' was commissioned by the ever-adventurous Peak Performances.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
The world premiere of Liz Gerring's 'glacier' at the Alexander Kasser Theater in Montclair, tonight, September 19-22, signals a major new step for choreographer Liz Gerring. Larger in scale and choreographically more complex than her previous works, 'glacier' was commissioned by the ever-adventurous Peak Performances.
DanceWorks Launches 37th Season with FTFP's WITH A TRACE, Now thru Sept 21
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
DanceWorks, Toronto's longest-running contemporary dance series now in its 37th season, launches its 2013-14 Mainstage Series presenting with a trace from firstthingsfirst productions (ftfp), a mixed program of two solos and a duet by acclaimed choreographers Peggy Baker, Valerie Calamand Melanie Demers. Performed by ftfp's Co-Artistic Directors Kate Holden and Kate Franklin, along with Marc Boivin, with a trace runs today, September 19 to Saturday, September 21 at Harbourfront Centre's Enwave Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
DanceWorks, Toronto's longest-running contemporary dance series now in its 37th season, launches its 2013-14 Mainstage Series presenting with a trace from firstthingsfirst productions (ftfp), a mixed program of two solos and a duet by acclaimed choreographers Peggy Baker, Valerie Calamand Melanie Demers. Performed by ftfp's Co-Artistic Directors Kate Holden and Kate Franklin, along with Marc Boivin, with a trace runs today, September 19 to Saturday, September 21 at Harbourfront Centre's Enwave Theatre.
Joffrey Ballet Presents RUSSIAN MASTERS, Now thru 9/22
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
The Joffrey Ballet kicks off its 2013-14 'Masters of Dance' season with a special addition to its home engagement line-up, a one-weekend-only program titled 'Russian Masters' celebrating the centennial of Vaslav Nijinsky's ground-breaking 1913 ballet Le Sacre du Printemps (The Rite of Spring), alongside George Balanchine's Allegro Brillante and two works byYuri Possokhov, the Chicago Premiere of Adagio and the return of his 2011 Joffrey commission, Bells. These four powerful works by Russian choreographers and composers are presented in four performances only in the Joffrey's home venue, the historic Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University in downtown Chicago at 50 E. Congress Parkway, today, September 19 - 22.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
The Joffrey Ballet kicks off its 2013-14 'Masters of Dance' season with a special addition to its home engagement line-up, a one-weekend-only program titled 'Russian Masters' celebrating the centennial of Vaslav Nijinsky's ground-breaking 1913 ballet Le Sacre du Printemps (The Rite of Spring), alongside George Balanchine's Allegro Brillante and two works byYuri Possokhov, the Chicago Premiere of Adagio and the return of his 2011 Joffrey commission, Bells. These four powerful works by Russian choreographers and composers are presented in four performances only in the Joffrey's home venue, the historic Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University in downtown Chicago at 50 E. Congress Parkway, today, September 19 - 22.
Susan Marshall's PLAY/PAUSE Opens Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago's 40th Season Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago opens its 40th season with Susan Marshall & Company performing a world premiere,Play/Pause. Performances are tonight, September 19-21 at The Dance Center, 1306 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago opens its 40th season with Susan Marshall & Company performing a world premiere,Play/Pause. Performances are tonight, September 19-21 at The Dance Center, 1306 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago.
Susan Marshall & Company, Cloud Gate Dance Theatre and More Set for Dance Center's 40th Season
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago celebrates 40 years as Chicago's leading presenter of local, regional, national and international contemporary dance during its 2013-14 season.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2013
The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago celebrates 40 years as Chicago's leading presenter of local, regional, national and international contemporary dance during its 2013-14 season.
MUSE/IQUE's Family-Friendly Dance Concert FREE FOR ALL Set for 10/11
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
MUSE/IQUE, known for its inspired, unexpected live music events curated by noted artistic director/conductor Rachael Worby, launches its 2013-14 season with 'Free For All,' a free family-friendly concert in which hip hop and orchestral music collide to create a rocking dance party on Friday, October 11, 2013, 6 to 9 pm, on the plaza of the Pasadena Civic Center.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
MUSE/IQUE, known for its inspired, unexpected live music events curated by noted artistic director/conductor Rachael Worby, launches its 2013-14 season with 'Free For All,' a free family-friendly concert in which hip hop and orchestral music collide to create a rocking dance party on Friday, October 11, 2013, 6 to 9 pm, on the plaza of the Pasadena Civic Center.
Mary Barton of the ARB Talks Dance and Inspiration
by Marina Kennedy - September 18, 2013
Mary Barton, American Repertory Ballet's Ballet Master and Resident Choreographer discusses her impressive career in dance.
by Marina Kennedy - September 18, 2013
Mary Barton, American Repertory Ballet's Ballet Master and Resident Choreographer discusses her impressive career in dance.
MSGE Announces All New Live Theatrical Production, 'Heart and Lights'
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
MSG Entertainment (MSGE) announces the launch of a brand new, New York City themed, live theatrical production at Radio City Music Hall, entitled 'Heart and Lights'
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
MSG Entertainment (MSGE) announces the launch of a brand new, New York City themed, live theatrical production at Radio City Music Hall, entitled 'Heart and Lights'
The AjkunBT Fund Releases Grant and International Exchange Guidelines
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
The AjkunBT Fund releases the Fiscal Years (FY) 2014-2017 Application Guidance for the Educational Grants Program and the International Exchange Program to assist emerging Dancers in strengthening ongoing projects.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
The AjkunBT Fund releases the Fiscal Years (FY) 2014-2017 Application Guidance for the Educational Grants Program and the International Exchange Program to assist emerging Dancers in strengthening ongoing projects.
Pennsylvania Ballet Opens 50th Season with George Balanchine's JEWELS, 10/17-27
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
Pennsylvania Ballet opens its 50th Anniversary Season with George Balanchine's dazzling full-length masterpiece, Jewels, October 17-27, 2013 at the Academy of Music.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
Pennsylvania Ballet opens its 50th Anniversary Season with George Balanchine's dazzling full-length masterpiece, Jewels, October 17-27, 2013 at the Academy of Music.
Tapestry Dance Company to Offer Free Day of Dance Classes, 9/29
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
Tapestry Dance Company shares the power of dance with free classes for the public on Sunday, September 29 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The classes are welcome to those of all ages and experience levels.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
Tapestry Dance Company shares the power of dance with free classes for the public on Sunday, September 29 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The classes are welcome to those of all ages and experience levels.
Cedar Lake's Rachelle Scott Receives 'Princess Grace Award'
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet is pleased to announce that Rachelle Scott is the first company dancer to win the Princess Grace Award. Scott will receive her award at the annual Princess Grace Awards Gala held in the presence of HSH The Princess of Monaco on October 30, 2013 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2013
Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet is pleased to announce that Rachelle Scott is the first company dancer to win the Princess Grace Award. Scott will receive her award at the annual Princess Grace Awards Gala held in the presence of HSH The Princess of Monaco on October 30, 2013 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York.
10th Annual Boston Bhangra Competition Set for 11/16 at Orpheum Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
The 10th annual Boston Bhangra Competition will take place on Saturday, November 16th, 2013 at the world renowned Orpheum Theatre. Boston Bhangra will host 12 of the best bhangra teams from North America who will compete to be crowned the Boston Bhangra Champions! The last 9 years of the show have been very successful with strong support from sponsors and has sold out with an attendance of 3,000 people!
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
The 10th annual Boston Bhangra Competition will take place on Saturday, November 16th, 2013 at the world renowned Orpheum Theatre. Boston Bhangra will host 12 of the best bhangra teams from North America who will compete to be crowned the Boston Bhangra Champions! The last 9 years of the show have been very successful with strong support from sponsors and has sold out with an attendance of 3,000 people!
Zimmermann & de Perrot to Perform at August Wilson Center, 10/16-18
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
The Pittsburgh Dance Council, a division of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announced Zimmermann & de Perrot, from Switzerland, will perform at the August Wilson Center, 980 Liberty Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh in the Cultural District, their U.S. premiere of Hans was Heiri on Wednesday, October 16th, at 8:00 p.m, Thursday, October 17th, at 8:00 p.m. and Friday, October 18th at 8:00 p.m., as part of Pittsburgh International Festival of Firsts*.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
The Pittsburgh Dance Council, a division of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust announced Zimmermann & de Perrot, from Switzerland, will perform at the August Wilson Center, 980 Liberty Avenue, Downtown Pittsburgh in the Cultural District, their U.S. premiere of Hans was Heiri on Wednesday, October 16th, at 8:00 p.m, Thursday, October 17th, at 8:00 p.m. and Friday, October 18th at 8:00 p.m., as part of Pittsburgh International Festival of Firsts*.
Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts to Open 59th Season with Savion Glover's STEPZ, 11/2
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
Internationally acclaimed tap dance virtuoso Savion Glover returns to Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College to open their 2013-2014 season with a one-night-only engagement of his new show, Savion Glover's STePz, on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 8pm. Tickets are $45/$36 (orchestra/mezzanine) and can be purchased by phone at 718-951-4500 (Tues-Sat, 1pm-6pm) or online atwww.BrooklynCenterOnline.org.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
Internationally acclaimed tap dance virtuoso Savion Glover returns to Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College to open their 2013-2014 season with a one-night-only engagement of his new show, Savion Glover's STePz, on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at 8pm. Tickets are $45/$36 (orchestra/mezzanine) and can be purchased by phone at 718-951-4500 (Tues-Sat, 1pm-6pm) or online atwww.BrooklynCenterOnline.org.
Paul Taylor Dance Co. to Return to Lincoln Center for 60th Anniversary Season, 3/12-30
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
The Paul Taylor Dance Company returns to the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for its 2014 60th Anniversary New York Season from March 12th through the 30th following two record-shattering Seasons there. The Season celebrates Paul Taylor's masterworks spanning seven decades, from 1954 through today. The repertoire will also feature the New York premiere of American Dreamer and the World premiere of Taylor's 140th as-yet-untitled piece.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
The Paul Taylor Dance Company returns to the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for its 2014 60th Anniversary New York Season from March 12th through the 30th following two record-shattering Seasons there. The Season celebrates Paul Taylor's masterworks spanning seven decades, from 1954 through today. The repertoire will also feature the New York premiere of American Dreamer and the World premiere of Taylor's 140th as-yet-untitled piece.
Cirque du Soleil Presents QUIDAM at Royal Albert Hall, Jan 4
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
Cirque du Soleil is pleased to announce that their award-winning production Quidamwill be presented in London from 4 January 2014 at Royal Albert Hall for a limited engagement. Tickets for the general public are released for sale today and are available at www.cirquedusoleil.com/quidam or by calling 0845 401 5045.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
Cirque du Soleil is pleased to announce that their award-winning production Quidamwill be presented in London from 4 January 2014 at Royal Albert Hall for a limited engagement. Tickets for the general public are released for sale today and are available at www.cirquedusoleil.com/quidam or by calling 0845 401 5045.
BWW Interviews: Stephen Pier - Heart to Hartt
by Barnett Serchuk - September 17, 2013
Stephen Pier has achieved a uniquely rich and varied career as a dancer, teacher, and choreographer. His credits as a performer include many years with the Jose Limon Dance Company where the New York press hailed him as '...one of the most gifted dancers on the modern dance scene today.' He went on to become a leading soloist with the Hamburg Ballet in Germany, performing the title roles in John Neumeier's Othello and Saint Matthew's Passion, and creating numerous other major roles during his nine years with the company. As a member of the Royal Danish Ballet for six years, Mr. Pier had the privilege of dancing leading roles in works of Bournonville, Balanchine, MacMillan, Bejart, and collaborating with many of Europe's finest contemporary choreographers.
by Barnett Serchuk - September 17, 2013
Stephen Pier has achieved a uniquely rich and varied career as a dancer, teacher, and choreographer. His credits as a performer include many years with the Jose Limon Dance Company where the New York press hailed him as '...one of the most gifted dancers on the modern dance scene today.' He went on to become a leading soloist with the Hamburg Ballet in Germany, performing the title roles in John Neumeier's Othello and Saint Matthew's Passion, and creating numerous other major roles during his nine years with the company. As a member of the Royal Danish Ballet for six years, Mr. Pier had the privilege of dancing leading roles in works of Bournonville, Balanchine, MacMillan, Bejart, and collaborating with many of Europe's finest contemporary choreographers.
NYC Ballet Opens with SWAN LAKE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
New York City Ballet will open its 2013-2014 season tonight, September 17 with six performances of Peter Martins' full-length production of Swan Lake. Set to Tschaikovsky's score and featuring sets and costumes by the acclaimed Danish painter Per Kirkeby, the production was last performed by NYCB in the fall of 2011 to sold-out houses.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2013
New York City Ballet will open its 2013-2014 season tonight, September 17 with six performances of Peter Martins' full-length production of Swan Lake. Set to Tschaikovsky's score and featuring sets and costumes by the acclaimed Danish painter Per Kirkeby, the production was last performed by NYCB in the fall of 2011 to sold-out houses.
Sasha de Sola and Tiit Helimets to Appear in Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's THE NUTCRACKER, 12/7-8
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2013
SASHA DE SOLA, soloist of the San Francisco Ballet, and TIIT HELIMETS, principal dancer of the San Francisco Ballet, will appear as guest artists in the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's production of The Nutcracker on December 7 and 8, 2013 at the Riverview Theatre in Shreveport, Louisiana.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2013
SASHA DE SOLA, soloist of the San Francisco Ballet, and TIIT HELIMETS, principal dancer of the San Francisco Ballet, will appear as guest artists in the Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet's production of The Nutcracker on December 7 and 8, 2013 at the Riverview Theatre in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Ailey II Launches World Tour in 30 Cities, 9/17 - 3/28
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2013
Ailey II embarks on a 31-city world tour from September 17th through March 28th with 24 domestic cities including Kansas City, MO; Baton Rouge, LA; Columbia, SC; Memphis, TN; and Birmingham, AL. The international portion of Ailey II's tour takes the dancers to Poland, Germany, Luxembourg, France, and Canada (full schedule on page two).
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2013
Ailey II embarks on a 31-city world tour from September 17th through March 28th with 24 domestic cities including Kansas City, MO; Baton Rouge, LA; Columbia, SC; Memphis, TN; and Birmingham, AL. The international portion of Ailey II's tour takes the dancers to Poland, Germany, Luxembourg, France, and Canada (full schedule on page two).
Joffrey Ballet Receives $500,000 Grant from Rudolf Nureyev Dance Foundation
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2013
The Joffrey Ballet, led by Artistic Director Ashley Wheater and Executive Director Greg Cameron, announced today that the Company has been awarded a $500,000 challenge grant from the Rudolf Nureyev Dance Foundation expressly to launch an endowment for the creation, production and performance of full-length story ballets. The new Rudolf Nureyev Fund at The Joffrey Ballet, as it will be known, represents one of the largest awarded to a single cultural institution in the Foundation's history, with the Joffrey joining such other high profile organizations as the New York City Ballet, School of American Ballet, San Francisco Ballet and The Joyce Theatre. The Joffrey Ballet will be responsible for raising an additional $1 million to complete the Fund.
by BWW News Desk - September 16, 2013
The Joffrey Ballet, led by Artistic Director Ashley Wheater and Executive Director Greg Cameron, announced today that the Company has been awarded a $500,000 challenge grant from the Rudolf Nureyev Dance Foundation expressly to launch an endowment for the creation, production and performance of full-length story ballets. The new Rudolf Nureyev Fund at The Joffrey Ballet, as it will be known, represents one of the largest awarded to a single cultural institution in the Foundation's history, with the Joffrey joining such other high profile organizations as the New York City Ballet, School of American Ballet, San Francisco Ballet and The Joyce Theatre. The Joffrey Ballet will be responsible for raising an additional $1 million to complete the Fund.
Country Dance*New York to Host FALL FLING CONTRA DANCE, 9/21
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2013
Country Dance*New York will present a lively contra dance on Saturday, September 21, from 8:00 pm to 10:45 pm at P.S. 199 (270 West 70th Street, between Amsterdam Avenue and West End Avenue, Manhattan). No previous experience is required and it is not necessary to come with a partner. From 7:30 pm to 8:00 pm there is a beginners' workshop, and the caller walks everyone through the patterns of each dance. Dynamic and spirited music will be performed by the popular dance band made up of three pairs of brothers, Giant Robot Dance.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2013
Country Dance*New York will present a lively contra dance on Saturday, September 21, from 8:00 pm to 10:45 pm at P.S. 199 (270 West 70th Street, between Amsterdam Avenue and West End Avenue, Manhattan). No previous experience is required and it is not necessary to come with a partner. From 7:30 pm to 8:00 pm there is a beginners' workshop, and the caller walks everyone through the patterns of each dance. Dynamic and spirited music will be performed by the popular dance band made up of three pairs of brothers, Giant Robot Dance.
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