The Joffrey Ballet Holds Open Auditions for Children's Cast in THE NUTCRACKER Today
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2013
The Joffrey Ballet holds open auditions for the Children's Cast of Robert Joffrey's The Nutcracker at its downtown studios in Joffrey Tower, 10 E. Randolph Street, today, September 15. All students in the greater Chicagoland area with dance experience are welcome to audition.
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2013
The Joffrey Ballet holds open auditions for the Children's Cast of Robert Joffrey's The Nutcracker at its downtown studios in Joffrey Tower, 10 E. Randolph Street, today, September 15. All students in the greater Chicagoland area with dance experience are welcome to audition.
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Seeks Submissions for 2014 'Inside/Out' Series
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2013
Jacob's Pillow Dance, a National Historic Landmark, home to America's longest-running dance festival, and recipient of the National Medal of Arts, is now accepting applications for the 2014 Festival's Inside/Out free performance series. The deadline to apply is October 31, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2013
Jacob's Pillow Dance, a National Historic Landmark, home to America's longest-running dance festival, and recipient of the National Medal of Arts, is now accepting applications for the 2014 Festival's Inside/Out free performance series. The deadline to apply is October 31, 2013.
Repertory Dance Theatre Opens 2013-14 Ring Around the Rose Season Today
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2013
Repertory Dance Theatre will open the 2013-2014 Ring Around the Rose season with a show that combines two dimensional art with three dimensional dancing. For the third year in a row, RDT will team up with visual artist Megan Hallet and invite the audience to 'draw a dance.' Audience members will join RDT dancers & Hallet in exploring the elements of art and choreography using line, shape, color, texture, and movement.
by BWW News Desk - September 14, 2013
Repertory Dance Theatre will open the 2013-2014 Ring Around the Rose season with a show that combines two dimensional art with three dimensional dancing. For the third year in a row, RDT will team up with visual artist Megan Hallet and invite the audience to 'draw a dance.' Audience members will join RDT dancers & Hallet in exploring the elements of art and choreography using line, shape, color, texture, and movement.
DANCE COLEctive to Present COLECTIVE NOTIONS 2013, 11/1-3
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
To promote the development of new work, The Dance COLEctive (TDC), under the direction of award-winning choreographer and teacher Margi Cole, presents "COLEctive Notions 2013," a concert program created by TDC company members. Performances are November 1 and 2 at 8 p.m. and November 3 at 7 p.m. at the Fassaes White Box Theater at the Drucker Center, 1535 N. Dayton, Chicago.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
To promote the development of new work, The Dance COLEctive (TDC), under the direction of award-winning choreographer and teacher Margi Cole, presents "COLEctive Notions 2013," a concert program created by TDC company members. Performances are November 1 and 2 at 8 p.m. and November 3 at 7 p.m. at the Fassaes White Box Theater at the Drucker Center, 1535 N. Dayton, Chicago.
Lineup for 2013 Hudson Valley Dance Festival Announced
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
Three of the most talked-about dance companies in the country will perform at the inaugural edition of Hudson Valley Dance Festival, a unique evening of world-class dance which will also feature choreography by famed American Ballet Theatre principal Marcelo Gomes.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
Three of the most talked-about dance companies in the country will perform at the inaugural edition of Hudson Valley Dance Festival, a unique evening of world-class dance which will also feature choreography by famed American Ballet Theatre principal Marcelo Gomes.
BWW Reviews: The Table of Silence Project 9/11 Commemorates the September 11th Terrorist Attacks
by Frances Steiner - September 13, 2013
It is the instinctual reaction of an artist to create art from destruction. The Table of Silence Project 9/11 was conceived by Jacqulyn Buglisi and Rossella Vasta as a “public tribute and ritual for peace”—a reaction to the September 11th terrorist attacks and the world that day created.
by Frances Steiner - September 13, 2013
It is the instinctual reaction of an artist to create art from destruction. The Table of Silence Project 9/11 was conceived by Jacqulyn Buglisi and Rossella Vasta as a “public tribute and ritual for peace”—a reaction to the September 11th terrorist attacks and the world that day created.
American Ballet Theatre Announces New Project Plie Initiative
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
American Ballet Theatre (ABT) has announced the formation of Project Plie, a comprehensive initiative to increase racial and ethnic representation in ballet and to diversify America's ballet companies. Project Plie seeks to combine training and support of ballet students and dance teachers from communities previously underrepresented in American ballet companies with the creation of a nationwide partner network of professional ballet companies who are committed to diversity. In addition, Project Plie will include a new partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America to introduce participants to ballet and identify children for future training.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
American Ballet Theatre (ABT) has announced the formation of Project Plie, a comprehensive initiative to increase racial and ethnic representation in ballet and to diversify America's ballet companies. Project Plie seeks to combine training and support of ballet students and dance teachers from communities previously underrepresented in American ballet companies with the creation of a nationwide partner network of professional ballet companies who are committed to diversity. In addition, Project Plie will include a new partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America to introduce participants to ballet and identify children for future training.
STAGE TUBE: NYC Ballet Dances in 9/11 Tribute to NEW BEGINNINGS
by Christina Mancuso - September 13, 2013
New York City Ballet presents NEW BEGINNINGS on September 12, 2013. Filmed at sunrise on the 57th floor of 4WTC in lower Manhattan, this short film captures an extraordinary and moving performance of Christopher Wheeldon's After the Rain. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and a tribute to the future of the city that New York City Ballet calls home. Check out the video below!
by Christina Mancuso - September 13, 2013
New York City Ballet presents NEW BEGINNINGS on September 12, 2013. Filmed at sunrise on the 57th floor of 4WTC in lower Manhattan, this short film captures an extraordinary and moving performance of Christopher Wheeldon's After the Rain. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and a tribute to the future of the city that New York City Ballet calls home. Check out the video below!
VIDEO: The Royal Opera House Presents Chroma Extract
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
An extract from Wayne McGregor's Chroma, featuring Laura Morera and Eric Underwood dancing to The Hardest Button to Button by The White Stripes. Find out more athttp://www.roh.org.uk/chroma Wayne McGregor's Chroma explores the drama of the human body and its ability to communicate extremes of thought and emotion. The score, drawn from original music by Joby Talbot and his arrangements of music by American rock band The White Stripes, is combined with stark, minimalist designs by architect John Pawson. Against this backdrop is set the inventive and energy-driven choreography of McGregor. Chroma had its premiere in 2006 at the Royal Opera House and in 2007 received an Olivier Award for Best New Dance Production.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
An extract from Wayne McGregor's Chroma, featuring Laura Morera and Eric Underwood dancing to The Hardest Button to Button by The White Stripes. Find out more athttp://www.roh.org.uk/chroma Wayne McGregor's Chroma explores the drama of the human body and its ability to communicate extremes of thought and emotion. The score, drawn from original music by Joby Talbot and his arrangements of music by American rock band The White Stripes, is combined with stark, minimalist designs by architect John Pawson. Against this backdrop is set the inventive and energy-driven choreography of McGregor. Chroma had its premiere in 2006 at the Royal Opera House and in 2007 received an Olivier Award for Best New Dance Production.
American Repertory Ballet Hosts 'Meet the Company' On Pointe Event Today
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
American Repertory Ballet will be kicking off its monthly On Pointe Enrichment Series with their annual 'Meet the Company' event today, September 13, 2013 at 12:00pm, noon, at Princeton Ballet School - 301 North Harrison Street (above McCaffrey's supermarket in the Princeton Shopping Center). On Pointe events are usually held at 5:15pm. This is a special lunch-hour On Pointe in light of the beginning of Yom Kippur this evening, September 13, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
American Repertory Ballet will be kicking off its monthly On Pointe Enrichment Series with their annual 'Meet the Company' event today, September 13, 2013 at 12:00pm, noon, at Princeton Ballet School - 301 North Harrison Street (above McCaffrey's supermarket in the Princeton Shopping Center). On Pointe events are usually held at 5:15pm. This is a special lunch-hour On Pointe in light of the beginning of Yom Kippur this evening, September 13, 2013.
Margaret Jenkins Dance Celebrates 40 Years with TIMES BONES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
Dance master Margaret Jenkins celebrates the 40th anniversary of her company at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center tonight and tomorrow, September 13 and 14 at 8:00pm with the world premiere of Times Bones.
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2013
Dance master Margaret Jenkins celebrates the 40th anniversary of her company at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center tonight and tomorrow, September 13 and 14 at 8:00pm with the world premiere of Times Bones.
Northrop to Welcome Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, 9/21
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
Northrop at the University of Minnesota presents Hubbard Dance Street Chicago on Sat, Sep 21 at 8:00 pm at the State Theatre as the opening performance in the 2013-14 Northrop dance season.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
Northrop at the University of Minnesota presents Hubbard Dance Street Chicago on Sat, Sep 21 at 8:00 pm at the State Theatre as the opening performance in the 2013-14 Northrop dance season.
State Street Ballet to Present LA Premiere of AN AMERICAN TANGO: VELOZ AND YOLONDA, 9/21-22
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara, Rodney Gustafson, Artistic Director and Producer will present the Los Angeles Premiere of an original full-length ballet, "AN AMERICAN TANGO - VELOZ AND YOLANDA," based on the true life story of Frank and Yolanda Veloz, considered one of the greatest ballroom dance couples of all time.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara, Rodney Gustafson, Artistic Director and Producer will present the Los Angeles Premiere of an original full-length ballet, "AN AMERICAN TANGO - VELOZ AND YOLANDA," based on the true life story of Frank and Yolanda Veloz, considered one of the greatest ballroom dance couples of all time.
Houston Ballet Announces Promotions and Additions to Company for 2013-2014 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch announced plans today for the company's 2013-2014 season, including eight promotions and additions of several new dancers. Houston Ballet's roster now stands at 53 dancers.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch announced plans today for the company's 2013-2014 season, including eight promotions and additions of several new dancers. Houston Ballet's roster now stands at 53 dancers.
MOonhORsE Dance Theatre to Premiere ESCAPE ARTIST, 10/25-11/2
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
MOonhORsE Dance Theatre proudly presents the world premiere of Escape Artist, an exquisite evening of solos performed by Artistic Director Claudia Moore that she commissioned from acclaimed choreographers Paul-Andre Fortier, Susanna Hood, Christopher House and GADFLY (Apolonia Velasquez and Ofilio Portillo) in celebration of her 60th birthday. Escape Artist runs October 25-November 2 at Dancemakers Centre for Creation.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
MOonhORsE Dance Theatre proudly presents the world premiere of Escape Artist, an exquisite evening of solos performed by Artistic Director Claudia Moore that she commissioned from acclaimed choreographers Paul-Andre Fortier, Susanna Hood, Christopher House and GADFLY (Apolonia Velasquez and Ofilio Portillo) in celebration of her 60th birthday. Escape Artist runs October 25-November 2 at Dancemakers Centre for Creation.
Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre to Present SHADOWS FLEETING, 10/4-27
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre opens the Company's remarkable 28th Season with a concert of stunning original ballets by New England 's celebrated dance-maker, Jose Mateo. Featuring a world premiere, Shadows Fleeting (Oct 4-27) offers a sampling of Mateo's most haunting and darkest works, at the glorious Sanctuary Theatre in Harvard Square, Cambridge. Shadows Fleeting is the first of a four-concert repertory series at The Sanctuary Theatre during the 28th Season.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre opens the Company's remarkable 28th Season with a concert of stunning original ballets by New England 's celebrated dance-maker, Jose Mateo. Featuring a world premiere, Shadows Fleeting (Oct 4-27) offers a sampling of Mateo's most haunting and darkest works, at the glorious Sanctuary Theatre in Harvard Square, Cambridge. Shadows Fleeting is the first of a four-concert repertory series at The Sanctuary Theatre during the 28th Season.
Garrett + Moulton Productions to Premiere A SHOW OF HANDS at Pottruck Family Atrium, 10/17-26
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
Award-winning choreographer/directors Janice Garrett and Charles Moulton will present the premiere of A Show of Hands--a New Music USA commission of a new, site-specific performance event that explores touch, gesture and the infinite expressive powers and possibilities of the human hand-- in six performances October 17 through 26 in the Pottruck Family Atrium of the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco. The work features an original score by Bay Area composer Dan Becker-performed by new contemporary ensemble, the Friction Quartet-a backdrop of hand drawings by Charles Moulton and six dancers. The free performances by Garrett + Moulton Productions will be given Thursday, October 17, at Noon; Friday, October 18, at 3:30 PM; Saturday, October 19, at 1 PM; Thursday, October 24, at 1 PM; Friday, October 25, at 3:30 PM; and Saturday, October 26, at 1 PM, and the San Francisco Jewish Community Center is located at 3200 California Street. For more information, visit http://garrettmoulton.org/.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
Award-winning choreographer/directors Janice Garrett and Charles Moulton will present the premiere of A Show of Hands--a New Music USA commission of a new, site-specific performance event that explores touch, gesture and the infinite expressive powers and possibilities of the human hand-- in six performances October 17 through 26 in the Pottruck Family Atrium of the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco. The work features an original score by Bay Area composer Dan Becker-performed by new contemporary ensemble, the Friction Quartet-a backdrop of hand drawings by Charles Moulton and six dancers. The free performances by Garrett + Moulton Productions will be given Thursday, October 17, at Noon; Friday, October 18, at 3:30 PM; Saturday, October 19, at 1 PM; Thursday, October 24, at 1 PM; Friday, October 25, at 3:30 PM; and Saturday, October 26, at 1 PM, and the San Francisco Jewish Community Center is located at 3200 California Street. For more information, visit http://garrettmoulton.org/.
New York Theatre Ballet Searching for New Home
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
New York Theatre Ballet, which has been in its home since 1980, is seeking a new home. The company has until September 30 to vacate their office space and studio at 30 E. 31st Street, NYC, on the fifth floor of the parish house of the Madison Avenue Baptist Church. The building has been sold.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
New York Theatre Ballet, which has been in its home since 1980, is seeking a new home. The company has until September 30 to vacate their office space and studio at 30 E. 31st Street, NYC, on the fifth floor of the parish house of the Madison Avenue Baptist Church. The building has been sold.
Wonderbound Opens World Premiere Ballet MEMORIES AND WELL GROUNDED HOPES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
Wonderbound is delighted to present Memories and Well Grounded Hopes, a world premiere performance choreographed by Artistic Director Garrett Ammon. This one-night-only production of Memories and Well Grounded Hopes will not only premiere Ammon's work but will also unveil all new music by the klezmer fusion band Hal Aqua and The Lost Tribe as well as Colorado College's own renowned Israeli-American composer Ofer Ben-Amots.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2013
Wonderbound is delighted to present Memories and Well Grounded Hopes, a world premiere performance choreographed by Artistic Director Garrett Ammon. This one-night-only production of Memories and Well Grounded Hopes will not only premiere Ammon's work but will also unveil all new music by the klezmer fusion band Hal Aqua and The Lost Tribe as well as Colorado College's own renowned Israeli-American composer Ofer Ben-Amots.
RDT to Present MISSA BREVIS: NEXUS OF FAITH, ART AND WAR, 10/2
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2013
In Repertory Dance Theatre's fall show LEGACY, a significant piece of history is being commemorated: the rise of a near-devastated people from the ashes of World War II. "Missa Brevis" is more than a dance, it calls to mind how humans navigate faith, art and war.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2013
In Repertory Dance Theatre's fall show LEGACY, a significant piece of history is being commemorated: the rise of a near-devastated people from the ashes of World War II. "Missa Brevis" is more than a dance, it calls to mind how humans navigate faith, art and war.
Houston Ballet Announces Promotions and Additions to 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2013
Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch announced plans today for the company's 2013-2014 season, including eight promotions and additions of several new dancers. Houston Ballet's roster now stands at 53 dancers.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2013
Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch announced plans today for the company's 2013-2014 season, including eight promotions and additions of several new dancers. Houston Ballet's roster now stands at 53 dancers.
BWW Reviews: Miro Magloire's New Chamber Ballet Brings Contemporary Music and More to City Center Studio
by Marjorie Liebert - September 11, 2013
Miro Magloire's New Chamber Ballet opened its 2013-14 season on September 6 & 7 with performances at City Center Studios in New York. It's a simple setting with no lighting, which adds to direct connection it has with the audience.
by Marjorie Liebert - September 11, 2013
Miro Magloire's New Chamber Ballet opened its 2013-14 season on September 6 & 7 with performances at City Center Studios in New York. It's a simple setting with no lighting, which adds to direct connection it has with the audience.
BWW Blog: Meet Lisa Beth Vettoso, Director of Educational Programming at ARB
by Guest Blogger: Lisa Beth Vettoso - September 11, 2013
Well, the time has come; it's September. And while some may try to deny it ('Summer isn't officially over until September 22!'), all of us in the education world know it can only mean one thing-the official start of the school year. Facebook is flooded with back-to-school photos and there's a crackle of excitement in the air (soon to be displaced by groans about waking up early and homework).
by Guest Blogger: Lisa Beth Vettoso - September 11, 2013
Well, the time has come; it's September. And while some may try to deny it ('Summer isn't officially over until September 22!'), all of us in the education world know it can only mean one thing-the official start of the school year. Facebook is flooded with back-to-school photos and there's a crackle of excitement in the air (soon to be displaced by groans about waking up early and homework).
August Wilson Center Dance Ensemble to Play Winter Center at Millersville University, 9/28
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2013
The August Wilson Center Dance Ensemble (AWCDE) celebrates African American cultures by preserving, presenting, interpreting, celebrating and shaping the art, culture and history of African Americans.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2013
The August Wilson Center Dance Ensemble (AWCDE) celebrates African American cultures by preserving, presenting, interpreting, celebrating and shaping the art, culture and history of African Americans.
Alonzo King LINES Ballet to Make Harris Center Debut, 9/27
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2013
Alonzo King LINES Ballet makes its Harris Center debut, performing Meyer, a new work to a score by Edgar Meyer, and Resin. With his bold, abstract poetry of movement, Alonzo King explores a new understanding of what dance can be. Since 1982, Alonzo King's original choreography has been brought to life by the extraordinary LINES Ballet dancers, in performances critics have called, 'Stunning, fierce and evocative.'
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2013
Alonzo King LINES Ballet makes its Harris Center debut, performing Meyer, a new work to a score by Edgar Meyer, and Resin. With his bold, abstract poetry of movement, Alonzo King explores a new understanding of what dance can be. Since 1982, Alonzo King's original choreography has been brought to life by the extraordinary LINES Ballet dancers, in performances critics have called, 'Stunning, fierce and evocative.'
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