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BOULDER BALLET Comes to Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre This Month


Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre and the Grand Lake Creative District have partnered to present a one-night-only performance of the Boulder Ballet on April 27th at 7:30pm. 

LGBTQ+ Night Surprises To Add Camp And Cheer To Smuin's THE CHRISTMAS BALLET


Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces the return of LGBTQ+ Night during the San Francisco run of The Christmas Ballet, featuring a twist on the annual holiday tradition with one-night-only performances by special guest Lady Camden.

Smuin's THE CHRISTMAS BALLET Returns To Stages Around The Bay Area Next Month


Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces its first live, in-theatre performances in nearly two years with the welcome return of The Christmas Ballet, a longtime Bay Area favorite heralding the holidays. Offering something for everyone, the joyous program features two acts packed to the brim with breathtaking classical ballet and festive contemporary numbers, set to holiday tunes and incorporating ballet, tap, jazz, and swing.

The National Center for Choreography - Akron & DTAA Announce Fall 2021 Community Commissioning


The National Center for Choreography - Akron and The University of Akron School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration have announced this year's Community Commissioning Residency, the annual fall phase of Ideas in Motion program.

ODC Theater Announces Fall 2021 Season


ODC Theater has announced its Fall 2021 Season, offering patrons options for in-person and virtual performance. Tickets, starting at $20, and digital access season subscriptions, starting at $40, will go on sale July 27.

Kansas City Ballet Announces Spring 2021 DANCE SPEAKS: NEW VOICES, NEW MOVES


Kansas City Ballet has announced Spring 2021 Dance Speaks: New Voices, New Moves featuring choreographers and cinematographers in a Facebook panel discussion, May 5 at 6:00 p.m..

Smuin Announces 'Class For A Cause' Supporting Asian Pacific Fund, New Tap Dance Workshop & More


Since launching last April, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has led hundreds of aspiring and professional dancers through Virtual Classes in movement including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, dance-based fitness, and more.

Smuin Extends Popular Virtual Classes Through March 31


Taught by Smuin dancers and alumni, the latest extension of these popular classes for all levels continues, plus the return of the starter 'Ballet FUNdamentals' workshop and “Easy Movin' with Smuin” class for seniors.

Fifteen World Premieres Headline Smuin's Choreography Showcase


Smuin Contemporary Ballet continues its inspiring tradition of encouraging company dancers to explore their creativity in its Choreography Showcase, an opportunity for audiences to experience a treasure trove of stunning world premieres ranging from humorous to heartfelt.

Smuin Announces Extension of Virtual Classes Plus 'Class for a Cause'


Since launching last April, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has led hundreds of aspiring and professional dancers through Zoom-based drop-in Virtual Classes in movement including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, fitness and more.

Smuin's THE CHRISTMAS BALLET To Live Stream World Premieres and More


Smuin kicks off the holiday season with the first-ever virtual edition of its ever-popular The Christmas Ballet program.

Smuin Extends Virtual Classes In Pilates, Tap, Hip Hop, Ballet & More Through December 23


Since launching in April, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has led hundreds of aspiring and professional dancers through Zoom-based drop-in Virtual Classes in ballet, tap, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, dance-based fitness and more.

Smuin Announces CLASS FOR A CAUSE: DEMOCRACY IN MOTION


Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces a special iteration of its popular Class for a Cause series to celebrate the centennial of the 19th amendment and honor the suffragettes who paved the way for women voters.

Smuin Adds 'Class For A Cause' Benefiting Wildfire Relief and More to Virtual Classes


Since launching in April, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has led hundreds of aspiring and professional dancers through Zoom-based drop-in Virtual Classes in ballet, tap, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, dance-based fitness and more. Taught by Smuin dancers and alumni, the latest extension of these popular classes for all levels of at-home dancers includes the addition of a?oeEasy Movin' with Smuina?? aimed at seniors and anyone interested in focusing on balance and coordination. Smuin also announces the continuation of its Class for a Cause program benefiting organizations supporting important needs in the community.

Smuin Extends Virtual Classes, Including HAMILTON-Inspired Hip Hop Class for A Cause


Since launching in April, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has led hundreds of aspiring and professional dancers at home through more than 350 hours of Virtual Classes. The latest extension (August 10 a?" September 4) announces the continuation of these popular classes taught by Smuin dancers and alumni, providing all levels of at-home dancersa?"beginner, intermediate, and advanceda?"with Zoom-based drop-in lessons in ballet, tap, contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, and more.

Smuin Announces CLASS FOR A CAUSE and Extension of Virtual Summer Classes


Smuin Contemporary Ballet has announced Class for a Cause, and the extension of its hit virtual classes featuring lessons in a variety of dance styles now through August 2, 2020.

Smuin Announces New Virtual Classes, Backstage Tutorials and More


Smuin Contemporary Ballet announced the expansion of its hit Virtual Class Program, featuring a brand new schedule packed with exclusive behind-the-scenes tutorials, lessons in all-new styles including tap and soft-shoe, and expanded offerings of its most popular classes.

Smuin Ballet Extends Virtual Classes, Adds Musical Theater With Weston Krukow


Due to popular demand, Smuin Contemporary Ballet has extended its drop-in classes for aspiring, retired, and professional dancers as Shelter-in-Place continues. All classes are a?oepay if and what you can,a?? and students are invited to try one class, sample a variety of styles, or enroll for a seriesa?"including newly announced Musical Theater dance classes with Emmy Award-winning choreographer Weston Krukow.

Smuin Launches Pay-What-You-Can Virtual Classes For All Levels April 13


As Shelter-in-Place continues, Smuin Contemporary Ballet offers aspiring, retired, and professional dancers the chance of a lifetime to dance along with the company's world-class artists and instructors in the comfort of their own home.

Smuin Announces HUMP DAY BALLETS Showcasing Hit Ballets From Its History


Smuin Contemporary Ballet continues to develop novel ways of sharing inspiring art and staying connected with its community during the Shelter-in-Place order, beginning with its new Hump Day Ballets series. Every Wednesday through the month of April, a different ballet from Smuin's repertoire, curated by a current Company dancer, will be released to the public.

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