BWW Reviews: Cleveland Orchestra Superb, Joffrey Ballet Disappoints
by Roy Berko - August 19, 2013
What happens when The Cleveland Orchestra, considered to be one of the world's great ensemble of musical performers, couples with the Joffrey Ballet, hailed as 'America's Ballet Company of Firsts?' After their well-received five sold-out performance of THE NUTCRACER last winter at PlayhouseSquare, and their past linking at Blossom, the very large opening night audience was filled with high expectations.
by Roy Berko - August 19, 2013
What happens when The Cleveland Orchestra, considered to be one of the world's great ensemble of musical performers, couples with the Joffrey Ballet, hailed as 'America's Ballet Company of Firsts?' After their well-received five sold-out performance of THE NUTCRACER last winter at PlayhouseSquare, and their past linking at Blossom, the very large opening night audience was filled with high expectations.
Heidi Duckler Dance to Bring SOMETHING TO DECLARE to Portland's Custom House, 9/6-7
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2013
You're in for a fair trade with Heidi Duckler Dance Theatre/Northwest's newest work, Something to Declare, Friday, Sept. 6 & Saturday, Sept. 7 | 8pm | $25. The dance performance created by Heidi Duckler will be performed at the Custom House, 220 NW 8th Ave., Portland, OR.
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2013
You're in for a fair trade with Heidi Duckler Dance Theatre/Northwest's newest work, Something to Declare, Friday, Sept. 6 & Saturday, Sept. 7 | 8pm | $25. The dance performance created by Heidi Duckler will be performed at the Custom House, 220 NW 8th Ave., Portland, OR.
International Dance Academy to Host 'Sunday Funday' For Community, 8/18
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2013
This weekend the International Dance Academy is hosting a Sunday Funday event for the local community. Guests will be able to purchase a one-day pass for $10 and experience all the different classes IDA has to offer.
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2013
This weekend the International Dance Academy is hosting a Sunday Funday event for the local community. Guests will be able to purchase a one-day pass for $10 and experience all the different classes IDA has to offer.
Evidence, A Dance Company, Hosts 10th Annual Summer Benefit Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2013
Evidence, A Dance Company will host its 10th Annual 'On Our Toes… In The Hamptons' Summer Benefit tonight, August 17 from 4:00-8:00pm at the Hayground School in Bridgehampton. The 'On Our Toes…' benefit has become one of the premier cultural events of the Hamptons social season.
by BWW News Desk - August 17, 2013
Evidence, A Dance Company will host its 10th Annual 'On Our Toes… In The Hamptons' Summer Benefit tonight, August 17 from 4:00-8:00pm at the Hayground School in Bridgehampton. The 'On Our Toes…' benefit has become one of the premier cultural events of the Hamptons social season.
Margaret Jenkins Dance to Celebrate 40 Years with TIMES BONES, 9/13-14
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
Dance master Margaret Jenkins celebrates the 40th anniversary of her company at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center onSeptember 13 and 14 at 8:00pm with the world premiere of Times Bones.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
Dance master Margaret Jenkins celebrates the 40th anniversary of her company at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center onSeptember 13 and 14 at 8:00pm with the world premiere of Times Bones.
The Cuban Museum to Present ORISHAS at Koubek Center, 9/7-8
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
The Cuban Museum presents ORISHAS on Saturday, September 7th at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, September 8th at 5:00 p.m. at the Koubek Center of Miami Dade College, 2705 SW 3rd Street, Miami, Fla.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
The Cuban Museum presents ORISHAS on Saturday, September 7th at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, September 8th at 5:00 p.m. at the Koubek Center of Miami Dade College, 2705 SW 3rd Street, Miami, Fla.
SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE 2013 Tour Comes to The Paramount, 11/19; Tickets on Sale 8/17
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
So You Think You Can Dance's 2013 tour will perform on November 19, 2013 at 7:30 PM at The Paramount (All Ages / Bar w/ ID). Price: $35.00 - $65.00 not including fees. Seating: Reserved Seating. On Sale: Saturday, August 17, 2013 at 10:00 AM.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
So You Think You Can Dance's 2013 tour will perform on November 19, 2013 at 7:30 PM at The Paramount (All Ages / Bar w/ ID). Price: $35.00 - $65.00 not including fees. Seating: Reserved Seating. On Sale: Saturday, August 17, 2013 at 10:00 AM.
Amy Miller Joins Gibney Dance as Associate Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
Amy Miller, a long-time Gibney collaborator and colleague and a Company member since 2011, was recently promoted to Associate Artistic Director. In this new role, Amy will serve as rehearsal director and artistic administrator. She will also work closely with Community Action Manager Yasemin Ozumerzifon and the dancers to further enrich and develop theCommunity Action program. Congratulations to Amy as she embarks on this new journey!
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
Amy Miller, a long-time Gibney collaborator and colleague and a Company member since 2011, was recently promoted to Associate Artistic Director. In this new role, Amy will serve as rehearsal director and artistic administrator. She will also work closely with Community Action Manager Yasemin Ozumerzifon and the dancers to further enrich and develop theCommunity Action program. Congratulations to Amy as she embarks on this new journey!
Repertory Dance Theatre Opens the 2013-14 Ring Around the Rose Season, 9/14
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 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 - August 16, 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.
DanceWorks Chicago to Kick Off Season Tomorrow at Auditorium Theatre
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
DanceWorks Chicago (DWC) starts SEASON 7 by welcoming new dancers, making its Dance for Life debut, and engaging national and international choreographers.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
DanceWorks Chicago (DWC) starts SEASON 7 by welcoming new dancers, making its Dance for Life debut, and engaging national and international choreographers.
Wonderbound Presents World Premiere Ballet, 9/12
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 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 - August 16, 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.
Cloud Gate 2 to Present ON THE ROAD at Joyce Theater, 10/2-6
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
The Joyce Theater Foundation is proud to present Cloud Gate 2 from Taiwan performing the U.S. premiere of On the Road, an evening-length work by Associate Artistic Director Cheng Tsung-lung, from October 2-6. Tickets, available through JoyceCharge at www.Joyce.org or by calling212.242.0800, range in price from $10-$39. Please note: ticket price is subject to change. The Joyce Theater is located at 175 Eighth Avenue at 19th Street, in Chelsea.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
The Joyce Theater Foundation is proud to present Cloud Gate 2 from Taiwan performing the U.S. premiere of On the Road, an evening-length work by Associate Artistic Director Cheng Tsung-lung, from October 2-6. Tickets, available through JoyceCharge at www.Joyce.org or by calling212.242.0800, range in price from $10-$39. Please note: ticket price is subject to change. The Joyce Theater is located at 175 Eighth Avenue at 19th Street, in Chelsea.
Festival Ballet Theatre Brings GALA OF THE STARS to Irvine Barclay Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
Festival Ballet Theatre: Gala of the Stars is set for the Irvine Barclay Theatre tonight, August 16, 2013 at 7pm.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
Festival Ballet Theatre: Gala of the Stars is set for the Irvine Barclay Theatre tonight, August 16, 2013 at 7pm.
Urbanity Dance Opens 2nd Annual Boston Contemporary Dance Festival Today
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
Urbanity Dance, a Boston-based contemporary dance company, is hosting the second annual Boston Contemporary Dance Festival from today, August 16 and 17 at the Paramount Center in Boston. The Boston Contemporary Dance Festival draws a diverse array of contemporary dance artists from across the world. Tickets to the festival are available online via the Paramount Center box office or by calling 617.824.8400 for $20-$35. Premium seating is also available for $75.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
Urbanity Dance, a Boston-based contemporary dance company, is hosting the second annual Boston Contemporary Dance Festival from today, August 16 and 17 at the Paramount Center in Boston. The Boston Contemporary Dance Festival draws a diverse array of contemporary dance artists from across the world. Tickets to the festival are available online via the Paramount Center box office or by calling 617.824.8400 for $20-$35. Premium seating is also available for $75.
Scottish Ballet Presents SEA OF TROUBLES and SILHOUETTE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
Edouard Lock's new work, which was to form part of Scottish Ballet's Dance Odysseys tonight, Friday 16 August, has been cancelled due to family illness. In its place, Scottish Ballet will now perform two works, Kenneth MacMillan's Sea of Troubles and Christopher Hampson's Silhouette on the main stage of the Festival Theatre in an evening performance starting at 8.00pm.
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2013
Edouard Lock's new work, which was to form part of Scottish Ballet's Dance Odysseys tonight, Friday 16 August, has been cancelled due to family illness. In its place, Scottish Ballet will now perform two works, Kenneth MacMillan's Sea of Troubles and Christopher Hampson's Silhouette on the main stage of the Festival Theatre in an evening performance starting at 8.00pm.
Center Stage Performing Arts Studio to Present DANCING UNDER THE STARS, 8/23-24
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
Center Stage Performing Arts Studios choreographer Kim Delgrosso likes to say when it comes to dance, Utah is the central meeting spot between Los Angeles and New York. While her claims may seem a bit lofty at first glance, she has plenty of reasons for those bragging rights.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
Center Stage Performing Arts Studios choreographer Kim Delgrosso likes to say when it comes to dance, Utah is the central meeting spot between Los Angeles and New York. While her claims may seem a bit lofty at first glance, she has plenty of reasons for those bragging rights.
Dance Council of North Texas to Host Buster Cooper 90th Birthday Celebration, 8/31
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
One of our brightest and beloved stars in the dance community, Buster Cooper is turning 90 years young in August. To celebrate Mr. Cooper's 90 years of star quality, Michael Jenkins and the Musical Hall at Fair Park and Dance Council of North Texas are hosting a birthday celebration on Saturday, August 31st.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
One of our brightest and beloved stars in the dance community, Buster Cooper is turning 90 years young in August. To celebrate Mr. Cooper's 90 years of star quality, Michael Jenkins and the Musical Hall at Fair Park and Dance Council of North Texas are hosting a birthday celebration on Saturday, August 31st.
Joffrey Ballet Presents RUSSIAN MASTERS, 9/19-22
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 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, September 19 - 22.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 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, September 19 - 22.
Joffrey Ballet to Open 2013-14 Season with RUSSIAN MASTERS, 9/19-22
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 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 by Yuri 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, September 19 - 22.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 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 by Yuri 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, September 19 - 22.
Martha Graham Dance Co. Completes Fall for Dance Festival Lineup; to Perform 10/2-3
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
New York City Center is celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Fall for Dance Festival with a very special season, beginning with two FREE evenings of dance at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park, hosted by The Public Theater, on September 16 and 17 (rain date, September 18). The Festival will continue at City Center from September 25 - October 5 with performances by 20 acclaimed dance companies and artists from around the world, including three new works from today's most exciting young choreographers, commissioned by New York City Center in celebration of the tenth anniversary. The Festival's many free pre-show events will include dance lessons and panels by choreographers, artists and dance educators. All tickets are $15 and will go on sale Sunday, September 8 at 11 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
New York City Center is celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Fall for Dance Festival with a very special season, beginning with two FREE evenings of dance at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park, hosted by The Public Theater, on September 16 and 17 (rain date, September 18). The Festival will continue at City Center from September 25 - October 5 with performances by 20 acclaimed dance companies and artists from around the world, including three new works from today's most exciting young choreographers, commissioned by New York City Center in celebration of the tenth anniversary. The Festival's many free pre-show events will include dance lessons and panels by choreographers, artists and dance educators. All tickets are $15 and will go on sale Sunday, September 8 at 11 a.m.
ABT's THE NUTCRACKER to Return to BAM Howard Gilman Opera House, Begin. 12/13
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
American Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker will return to the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House for 12 performances beginning December 13, 2013, it was announced today by Artistic Director Kevin McKenzie. Tickets go on sale Monday, August 19, 2013 online, by phone and at the BAM box office.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
American Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker will return to the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House for 12 performances beginning December 13, 2013, it was announced today by Artistic Director Kevin McKenzie. Tickets go on sale Monday, August 19, 2013 online, by phone and at the BAM box office.
2014 USA International Ballet Competition Now Accepting Entries
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
Plans for the 2014 USA International Ballet Competition, set for June 14-29, 2014, are officially underway as new online application capabilities are now live for dancers around the world and a new compulsory contemporary dance repertoire is revealed. The USA IBC is the official international ballet competition in the United States by a Joint Resolution of the Congress.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
Plans for the 2014 USA International Ballet Competition, set for June 14-29, 2014, are officially underway as new online application capabilities are now live for dancers around the world and a new compulsory contemporary dance repertoire is revealed. The USA IBC is the official international ballet competition in the United States by a Joint Resolution of the Congress.
Del Bergeson Orchestra Provides Music for Ballroom Dance Today
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
The Del Bergeson Orchestra will provide music for a ballroom dance at 1:30 p.m. today, Aug. 15, in the ballroom at the Timbers of Shorewood retirement community, 1100 N. River Road.
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2013
The Del Bergeson Orchestra will provide music for a ballroom dance at 1:30 p.m. today, Aug. 15, in the ballroom at the Timbers of Shorewood retirement community, 1100 N. River Road.
Smuin Ballet to Open 20th Anniversary Season with XXTREMES, 10/4-12
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2013
Smuin Ballet will kick off its 20th Anniversary Season in San Francisco this October with its XXtremesFall Program, featuring a lineup of stunning works that showcase the range and versatility of the lauded Smuin dancers. In XXtremes, Northern California audiences get their first look at Ji?i Kylian's acclaimed Return to a Strange Land, set to four heart-rending pieces for solo piano by Czech composer Leoš Jana?ek. Smuin also brings back by popular demand the enchanting ballet Dear Miss Cline, a buoyant and colorful romp set to the music of Patsy Cline by Choreographer in Residence Amy Seiwert, and Carmina Burana, one of Michael Smuin's most lauded works, set to Carl Orff's 1937 dramatic cantata of the same title. The XXtremes Fall Program plays October 4-12 at San Francisco's Palace of Fine Arts Theatre. Single tickets ($25-$72) and 20th Anniversary Season subscriptions ($120-$174) are available at www.smuinballet.org or by calling (415) 912-1899.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2013
Smuin Ballet will kick off its 20th Anniversary Season in San Francisco this October with its XXtremesFall Program, featuring a lineup of stunning works that showcase the range and versatility of the lauded Smuin dancers. In XXtremes, Northern California audiences get their first look at Ji?i Kylian's acclaimed Return to a Strange Land, set to four heart-rending pieces for solo piano by Czech composer Leoš Jana?ek. Smuin also brings back by popular demand the enchanting ballet Dear Miss Cline, a buoyant and colorful romp set to the music of Patsy Cline by Choreographer in Residence Amy Seiwert, and Carmina Burana, one of Michael Smuin's most lauded works, set to Carl Orff's 1937 dramatic cantata of the same title. The XXtremes Fall Program plays October 4-12 at San Francisco's Palace of Fine Arts Theatre. Single tickets ($25-$72) and 20th Anniversary Season subscriptions ($120-$174) are available at www.smuinballet.org or by calling (415) 912-1899.
Oregon Ballet Theatre Announces 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2013
Oregon Ballet Theatre (OBT) is pleased to announce its upcoming 2013-2014 performance season, which includes several noteworthy items.
by BWW News Desk - August 14, 2013
Oregon Ballet Theatre (OBT) is pleased to announce its upcoming 2013-2014 performance season, which includes several noteworthy items.
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