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Colorado Dance News

March/April, 2010

volume 30, number 2

Dance Dimensions

Longmont’s Dance Dimensions and their Starbound Extravaganza

Celebrate Dance Month

By Mary Wohl Haan

 

 

National Dance Week is April 23 - May 2, and International Dance Day (celebrated around the world), is always on April 29th each year. Here in Boulder and across Colorado, we celebrate dance throughout the month of April! Our 7th annual ‘Celebrate Dance Month’ brochure published each April, will once again be chock full of exciting dance performances, exhibits, workshops and activities for everyone. A great way to see what’s happening throughout the month, the calendar will available to download from this site by March 26th. Calendars will also be available around Boulder and at studios along the Front Range. Be an advocate by encouraging someone new to join-in-the-dance. It does a body good! For information on this project, contact Dance Bridge coordinator Mary Wohl Haan at 303-441-4391 or dancebridge@boulderlibrary.org.Belidi

'Step to the Pulse' Boulder Library Dances! The Dance Bridge is sponsoring a new program in April 2010.

The Boulder Public Library has recently implemented a directive for staff and departments to think creatively about how library space is used - encouraging interesting programs for the community using existing spaces in unusual ways. As part of the annual “Celebrate Dance Month” activities sponsored by the Dance Bridge, we’re planning to join-in-the-fun!

The idea is to have dancers moving in these spaces, called Pulse Points, for the general public to happen upon. These happenings are not performances per se, but rather dance activities that present dancers dancing – dancers doing what dancers do. Participating artists decide what they want to present – keeping in mind that perhaps people will stop and watch, and perhaps not. Chairs will be available for community members who want to watch and dancers may invite participation when appropriate.

Beledi Dance Caravan will participate in the ‘Step to the Pulse’ Boulder Library Dances program during the week of April 19th at the Boulder Public Library

A world premiere butoh dance performance, ‘Aleh’ by Sharoni Stern Siegel at Denver’s Packing House Center for the Arts Dancers: Brian Powell, Forrest Hutchins & Earl Kim

A world premiere butoh dance performance, ‘Aleh’ by Sharoni Stern Siegel at Denver’s Packing House Center for the Arts Dancers: Brian Powell, Forrest Hutchins & Earl Kim

 

A wide variety of dance genres will represented, including, ballroom and Latin dance, Middle Eastern, Contact Improvisation, African, Hawaiian, modern students from Naropa University, CU/Boulder and more. Dancing is scheduled each day to begin at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00p.m., and 5:00 p.m., first in the Canyon Gallery (located in the north building near the Canyon Theater), and then the Southside Pulse Point (located behind the elevators on the Arapahoe entrance side of the library). Activities are approximately 15 minutes in each space, one immediately following the other, and both areas are accessible to the general public. Look for signs and posters around the library to identify participating artists and the schedule for each day. Information will also be available on the Dance Bridge Website by early April, www.artsresource.org/dance. Stop by and see what's happening, see what's possible, and enjoy!

For information on this program, contact Dance Bridge coordinator Mary Wohl Haan at 303-441-4391 or dancebridge@boulderlibrary.org.

 

 

 

Nancy McElroy CU/Theatre and Dance Retirement (not-a-surprise) Party April 2nd, 2010

 

By Don Atwood

 

 

Front Range Colorado Dance Maven, CU Dance Program Administrator, and Colorado Dance Alliance long time supporter and past-president, Nancy McElroy, is retiring from CU. Nancy's last day at work in the CU Theatre and Dance Department offices is March 31st.

 

A retirement party is being planned for Nancy on Friday April 2nd at 6:00 PM in CU's Charlotte York Irey Theater (Studio 150 in the Dance Wing of the Theater and Dance Building). All CDA Members who have worked and studied with Nancy are invited to attend and participate in getting Nancy started on a great retirement, some of which may happen in Alaska. Yup!!! Alaska.

 

Nancy and MaryNancy McElroy, left, and Mary Wohl Haan, at the CDA Awards Ceremony

 

If you have any photos, videos, etc, or stories, vignettes about Nancy and her life and dance career please share them by contacting Bob Shannon in the CU/Theater and Dance Department and explore with him how best to share them. (303-492-3136; robert.shannon@colorado.edu). Bob would like to put together anecdotes you might have that he will assemble onto a DVD as a gift to Nancy. You can send him words, pictures, an audio recording of you saying the words! .... or any video footage you have. A picture of the person providing the text FROM THE SAME PERIOD AS THE ANECDOTE would be GREAT. Or send it in as a video of you speaking the anecdote - maybe as you dance. Now wouldn't it be great to have some pictures, film, or video of Nancy's days as a CU Dance student?

 

In case you're wondering, this is not a surprise party.

 

KEEPING DANCERS DANCING

Dance Medicine Resources for Dancers, Teachers, and Parents

 

By Jan Dunn, MS

 

In last month's Dance Medicine column the author gave an overall view of the field, and why it is so important for the health and career longevity of the dancer. Future articles will address specifics of Dance Medicine, such as causes of dance injuries, how to take care injuries, when to seek medical help, and other related aspects. For this issue of the CDA Newsletter, the focus is on available resources to which the dancer, teacher, or parent can turn, to learn more about dance medicine and science.

 

There are many resources which are readily available both on the internet and in written form. This is by no means a complete list, but instead gives the reader a starting point to begin learning more about the field.

 

1. Internet Resources

 

-www.IADMS.org. This is the website for IADMS, the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science, the only world-wide organization specifically focused on the health and well-being of the dancer.

There are resources on this site which are available to both non-members and members. The specific ones of interest (non-member) for teachers, parents, and dancers can be found under the Publications and Resources tabs, on the left of the Homepage. Under Publications, there is the Bulletin for Teachers, specifically oriented to dance educators:

"The IADMS Bulletin for Teachers applies dance medicine/science theory and research to practical problems in dance education, dance training and dance performance. It addresses issues of concern to teachers of amateur, pre-professional or professional dancers across the age span. The articles identify practical teaching problems and present scientific knowledge that may enlighten teaching practices.

Although a number of journals for dance teachers exist, this one serves a particular need: to provide access to the wealth of medical and science research that has blossomed in the last ten years. Many researchers in motor learning, control and development, biomechanics, exercise physiology, sport psychology, anatomy, kinesiology, and medicine have found dance a challenging study topic. Their research, however, is typically published and presented in the journals and conferences of their own disciplines, and does not necessarily reach the practical world of the dance educator. The authors for the Bulletin have been asked to fill that gap. Additionally, a selection of current research is reviewed in each issue. We encourage dialogue with the teaching profession via a “Letters to the Editor” column. Practical problems sent in by dance educators will be answered by the IADMS Education Committee. Please focus your questions on teaching methodology, physical training, or locating resources in the form of literature references or personnel."

The Bulletin for Teachers is a new outreach project of the IADMS Education Committee, just launched in 2009. There have been two issues published thus far (both available in download printable form on the website), and future years will also see two issues per year. Articles in the Bulletin have included:

-Improving Pelvic Alignment

-Conditioning for Greater Leg Extension

-Applying Biomechanic Research in the Dance Studio

-Dynamic Alignment, Performance Enhancement, and the Demi -Plie

This project has been funded by Balanced Body, Inc (Pilates equipment manufacturer), and through the company's generosity will continue to be an online resource for dance educators for many years to come.

Other resources under Publications include:

-Journal of Dance Medicine and Science (JDMS) -- the only peer-reviewed scientific journal in the field.

-Annual Meeting Proceedings and Abstract Books, from the yearly conferences.

-The Dance Medicine and Science Bibliography, which lists all English language research studies in dance (over 3000 thus far)

The three above resources can be of considerable aid to the dance educator, especially those who have a background in anatomy, biomechanics, and similar areas.

On the Resources page of the IADMS website, you will find Resource Papers and Fact Sheets, in downloadable / printable form. These are papers written specifically for dancers and teachers (and interested parents), and include topics such as:

-Nutrition Fact Sheet: Fueling the Dancer

-The Challenge of the Adolescent Dancer

-Screening in A Dance Wellness Program

-Motor Leaning and Teaching Dance

Links to other Dance Medicine websites:

On the IADMS Homepage, on the left, is a "Links" page, with 4 sub-headings: IADMS Supporters, National and International Arts Medicine and Dance Education Organizations, Dance Links, Other Links. There is a wealth of information available for the dancer and educator, on the many websites listed here.

2. Books

There are a considerable number of books available for leaning more about dance medicine and science. One of the primary publishers of such books is Princeton Book Company, www.dancehorizons.com (there is also a link to this website on the IADMS Links page). Below is a sampling of books available from this publisher:

-Nutrition for the Dancer - Serlina Mastin

-Dancing Longer, Dancing Stronger: A Dancer's Guide to Improving Technique and Preventing Injury - Watkins and Clarkson.

-The Dancer's Foot Book: Complete Guide to Foot Care - Dr. Tery L. Spilkin

-Anatomy and Kinesiology for Ballet Teachers - Rachel Rist and Eivind Thomasen

-Diet for Dancers - Robin Chemlar

Other Books recommended by this author:

-Science of Dance Training - Clarkson & Skrinar, Human Kinetics Books (especially valuable for teachers --takes scientifc research in dance and translates it into classroom use).

-Dance Anatomy - Jacqui Haas (available in March 2010)

-Finding Balance: Fitness, Training and Health for A Lifetime in Dance - Gigi Berardi, Routledge Press (especially valuable for dancers, as young as early teens. Author took latest research and combined that with interviews from "older" dancers, on what they have done to maintain a longer-than-usual performing career).

-The Fit and Healthy Dancer - Koutedakis and Sharp, John Wiley & Sons (excellent information on the physical aspects of dance, scientifically oriented).

-The Dancer's Book of Health - L.M. Vincent, MD - Dance Horizons (easy reading for introductory information on dance medicine, good for dancers and teachers alike -- written with a sense of humor as well!)

-Dance Injuries: Their Prevention and Cure (3rd edition) - Daniel Arnheim, Dance Horizons (another excellent introductory book)

-Preventing Dance Injuries: An Interdisciplinary Approach - Solomon, Minton, and Solomon (Editors), AAHPERD (each chapter written from a scientific viewpoint by a specialist in that area).

-Competing with the Sylph: Dancers and the Pursuit of the Ideal Body Form - L.N. Vincent, MD, Andrews and McMeel (only book which deals solely with the topic of eating disorders in dance).

-The Dancer's Complete Guide to Healthcare and a Long Career - Ryan and Stephens, Bonus Books (another good introductory book, especially for dancers and teachers).

-Dance Anatomy and Kinesiology - Karen Clippinger, Human Kinetics (excellent scientific text, especially suitable for teaching. Many "tips" which can be directly applied to classroom teaching).

ALL OF THE ABOVE BOOKS ARE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON.COM

Books by Eric Franklin:

Eric Franklin is a Swiss movement educator with an extensive dance background. His work, The Franklin Method (www.franklin-methode.ch), involves integrating imagery and movement, and has been integrated into dance training in a wide variety of settings worldwide, including The Royal Ballet (England), Royal Dance Ballet, The Julliard School (NYC), Celine Dion Dancers (Las Vegas), Cirque de Soleil, Paris Opera Ballet, Hong Kong Ballet, University of Colorado Dept. of Theatre and Dance, Loyola Marymount University Dept. of Theatre and Dance, and many more. He has authored eleven books, three of which are specifically geared to dancers. These books are an excellent resource for both anatomical knowledge for the dancers, and specific ideas and exercises to integrate into dance technique:

-Dynamic Alignment Through Imagery

-Dance Imagery for Technique and Performance

-Conditioning for Dance

ALL OF FRANKLIN'S BOOKS ARE AVAILABLE THRU AMAZON.COM, AS WELL AS AT WWW.OPTP.COM (a physical therapy supply company)

 

3. Medical providers and other pracitioners:

There are at present hundreds of people in the US, and worldwide, who are familiar with dance medicine and to whom dancers, teachers, and parents can turn in an injury situation. For example, in the British Isles, Dance UK (a dance service organization) maintains a referral list that can be accessed by an 800-phone number (or the UK equivalent). In the US, IADMS can help refer to providers nationwide; contact Steven Chatfield, Executive Director (ExecutiveDirector@iadms.org) to explain your situation and where you live.

It is important to realize that people who specialize in dance medicine are not simply providers who have worked with dancers off and on during their career. To be a "dance medicine specialist", medical or otherwise, it is necessary to be an active member in the international networking of this field. This mean keeping up on the latest research (which is ongoing), continually learning new information by attending conferences and workshops, and to be familiar with dance technique. When going to a new provider for a dance injury, it is important to know if they fall into this category, by asking questions relating to these areas. If they are unfamiliar with IADMS, PAMA (Performing Arts Medicine Association, which has a dance medicine component), Journal of Dance Medicine & Science, or any of the other resources mentioned in this column, it might be prudent to look for another provider who is more familiar with the field.

This concludes this discussion on resources available in the field of dance medicine and science. It is hoped that dancers, teachers, and parents will avail themselves of these, to help the dancer avoid injury and maintain a healthy, long dance career. Please contact the author if you have any questions or comments.

Coming next month -- Causes and Treatment of Dance Injuries!

 

 

Jan is Co-Director of Denver Dance Medicine Associates, and Adjunct Faculty at Dept. of Theatre & Dance, CU-Boulder, where she teaches Movement Awareness / Injury Prevention for Dancers, and co-directs the Dance Wellness Program.

 

Opening for Part-Time Newsletter Editor/Website Manager

From the CDA Board of Directors

The Colorado Dance Alliance, a not-for-profit organization serving the dance community throughout Colorado, provides as one of its services a website (www.codance.org) and a bi-monthly online newsletter. Among other things, the newsletter includes articles about dance and dance education, about dance in Colorado, a detailed performance calendar as well as listings of classes and workshops and job and other opportunities. The Alliance is currently seeking a newsletter editor/website manager to perform the following functions:

Solicit input for newsletter articles and edit all content

Be responsible for developing a fully laid-out version of the newsletter, including the calendar, in digital format for each bi-monthly issue

Be able to create PDF links using the Content Management System (CMS)

Screen and edit listings for the CDA performance calendar

Screen and edit listings for all other posts, including classes, workshops, jobs, auditions and other opportunities

Follow up on all postings by asking posters to check for the accuracy of their listing

Be responsible for sending Constant Contact emails to members on a monthly basis

Act as technical manager of the website and assist CDA volunteers

Report directly to the CDA Website Committee Chairman and be responsible for final content of website

 

Applicants should have the following skills:

Excellent writing and editing skills

Ability to learn to use the CMS and related web technologies in order to manipulate web content

Experience in PDF and/or HTML coding

Experience or knowledge in dance or dance education

Ability to effectively use and engage volunteers

People skills necessary for interacting with clients, the CDA Board, and web technical personnel

 

This opening will be filled by April 1, 2010, and payment terms will be negotiated at the time of hiring. Please submit a cover letter and resume to Jacob Mora at moraporvida@yahoo.com or mail to Colorado Dance Alliance, P.O. Box 9857, Denver, CO 80209-0857. Questions may be directed to Jacob at 303-913-4052.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Newsletter Archives

CDA '08-09 Officers

Don Atwood

Co-President

Susan Tracy

Co-President

Kathleen Hill Sheldon

Past President

TBA

Secretary

Donna Wedemeyer

Treasurer

Rob McWilliams

Newsletter Editor

Cora Woogen

Vice-President Membership

Athena Baschal

Development Director

 

Board Members at Large

Maggie Chessman

Diana Clanin

Cecelia Jones

Barbie Graham-Meier

Ilena Norton

Alicia Karczewski

Jacob Mora

Elda Munoz

 

Membership

Annual membership dues are payable on October 1st. Benefits of membership include free postings on the CDA website, first notice of CDA events, , opportunity to network with others in the dance arts, and eligibility to nominate for the Dance Awards and to be listed in the CDA Web Directory. Colorado Dance News is an bimonthly, online publication of the Colorado Dance Alliance.

CDA Members are eligible to post in the Listings and Calendar sections of this web site for no additional charge, and to publish information in our Web Directory for an additional $20 fee. Please see our About Membership page for more info on how to sign up or renew your membership.

 

CDA General Information

303-331-2457

 

Disclaimer

CDA does not endorse any of the organizations or publications listed in this newsletter.

Performance Calendar

All our calendar events are now on the Calendar Page...this allows our users to get the most up to date information about what is happening in the Colorado Dance Scene!



2010-03-12
Denver Dance Festival

PDENVER DANCE FESTIVAL 2010

AT THE

PINNACLE THEATER

IN

LITTLETON COLORADO

MARCH 12TH-14TH

Showcasing some of the state's most talented, popular & . We are excited to annouce master classes by Ascential Dance Theatre Colorado and Michael Jackson's REMEMBER THE TIME choreographer 'BUDDA STRETCH' with THE MOP TOP DANCERS!

Pinnacle Theater
9136 W BOWLES AVE
LITTLETON, CO 80123

Tickets: $18
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/99416
Friday & Saturday, March 12-13 @ 7 PM
Professional Performances by:
MOP TOP | ELITE FORCE | NEW YORK
MOTIONUNDERGROUND KROO
DAMSELS
ROCKSTARZ
SCHIFF DANCE
D2LIVE
8TH ST CONTEMPORARY
BOOM UNIT
TRUE TO FORM
NEXT SEASON DANCERS
DREAM PROJECT
BREAK EFX
SOLIDCONFIDENCE
HYBRID
WOODSIDE JUMPERS
BOOM UNIT
MORAPORVIDA
ASCENTIAL DANCE THEATER
HYPE

MASTER CLASS SERIES, Saturday, March 13, 2010


All DDF master classes held at:
Motion Underground Studios
2192 West College Ave
Englewood, CO  80110


1130-1245 PM
INT/ADV JAM class with Ascential Dance Theatre Colorado
Given by ADTC founder and curator Jennifer Fagan Archer

Jen’s 'JAM' technique classes combine her comprehensive background in Classical & Contemporary Jazz, Afro-fusion, Modern and Ballet styles and her zeal for performing arts history and anthropology.  Starting center and warming the core muscles, class progresses into sections that deliberate balance, travel, the isolation of body parts, rhythm and poly-rhythms, turns and shifting weight.  An adagio and/or allegro center underscore(s) style and aesthetics.  Recognized for her versatility as a dancer, teacher & choreographer, Jen combines her devotion to technique with her fascination for theatre, music and vocal arts.  A short performance will be given by ADTC at the end of class.
1-215 PM
Master Class with STRETCH!
Description coming soon!
Sunday, March 14 @ 5 PM
Student Showcase Performances by:
MICHELLE LATIMER
ROCKY MOUNTAIN
MOTIONUNDERGROUND
STARSTRUCK
STREETSIDE
STYLES STUDIO
STUDIO 21
CENTERSTAGE
ELITE ACADEMY
COLORADO CONTEMPORARY OF DANCE
GREELEY CONSERVATORY
ENCORE
FUNKINETIC PROJECT
DANCE CORE
METROPOLITAN DANCE
ARTISTIC FUSION
EVERGREEN DANCE
MOTION 303
SCHIFF DANCE

http://denverdancefestival.com/Page_2_H5T9.html

2010-03-13
Denver Dance Festival

PDENVER DANCE FESTIVAL 2010

AT THE

PINNACLE THEATER

IN

LITTLETON COLORADO

MARCH 12TH-14TH

Showcasing some of the state's most talented, popular & . We are excited to annouce master classes by Ascential Dance Theatre Colorado and Michael Jackson's REMEMBER THE TIME choreographer 'BUDDA STRETCH' with THE MOP TOP DANCERS!

Pinnacle Theater
9136 W BOWLES AVE
LITTLETON, CO 80123

Tickets: $18
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/99416
Friday & Saturday, March 12-13 @ 7 PM
Professional Performances by:
MOP TOP | ELITE FORCE | NEW YORK
MOTIONUNDERGROUND KROO
DAMSELS
ROCKSTARZ
SCHIFF DANCE
D2LIVE
8TH ST CONTEMPORARY
BOOM UNIT
TRUE TO FORM
NEXT SEASON DANCERS
DREAM PROJECT
BREAK EFX
SOLIDCONFIDENCE
HYBRID
WOODSIDE JUMPERS
BOOM UNIT
MORAPORVIDA
ASCENTIAL DANCE THEATER
HYPE

MASTER CLASS SERIES, Saturday, March 13, 2010


All DDF master classes held at:
Motion Underground Studios
2192 West College Ave
Englewood, CO  80110


1130-1245 PM
INT/ADV JAM class with Ascential Dance Theatre Colorado
Given by ADTC founder and curator Jennifer Fagan Archer

Jen’s 'JAM' technique classes combine her comprehensive background in Classical & Contemporary Jazz, Afro-fusion, Modern and Ballet styles and her zeal for performing arts history and anthropology.  Starting center and warming the core muscles, class progresses into sections that deliberate balance, travel, the isolation of body parts, rhythm and poly-rhythms, turns and shifting weight.  An adagio and/or allegro center underscore(s) style and aesthetics.  Recognized for her versatility as a dancer, teacher & choreographer, Jen combines her devotion to technique with her fascination for theatre, music and vocal arts.  A short performance will be given by ADTC at the end of class.
1-215 PM
Master Class with STRETCH!
Description coming soon!
Sunday, March 14 @ 5 PM
Student Showcase Performances by:
MICHELLE LATIMER
ROCKY MOUNTAIN
MOTIONUNDERGROUND
STARSTRUCK
STREETSIDE
STYLES STUDIO
STUDIO 21
CENTERSTAGE
ELITE ACADEMY
COLORADO CONTEMPORARY OF DANCE
GREELEY CONSERVATORY
ENCORE
FUNKINETIC PROJECT
DANCE CORE
METROPOLITAN DANCE
ARTISTIC FUSION
EVERGREEN DANCE
MOTION 303
SCHIFF DANCE

http://denverdancefestival.com/Page_2_H5T9.html

2010-03-14
Denver Dance Festival

PDENVER DANCE FESTIVAL 2010

AT THE

PINNACLE THEATER

IN

LITTLETON COLORADO

MARCH 12TH-14TH

Showcasing some of the state's most talented, popular & . We are excited to annouce master classes by Ascential Dance Theatre Colorado and Michael Jackson's REMEMBER THE TIME choreographer 'BUDDA STRETCH' with THE MOP TOP DANCERS!

Pinnacle Theater
9136 W BOWLES AVE
LITTLETON, CO 80123

Tickets: $18
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/99416
Friday & Saturday, March 12-13 @ 7 PM
Professional Performances by:
MOP TOP | ELITE FORCE | NEW YORK
MOTIONUNDERGROUND KROO
DAMSELS
ROCKSTARZ
SCHIFF DANCE
D2LIVE
8TH ST CONTEMPORARY
BOOM UNIT
TRUE TO FORM
NEXT SEASON DANCERS
DREAM PROJECT
BREAK EFX
SOLIDCONFIDENCE
HYBRID
WOODSIDE JUMPERS
BOOM UNIT
MORAPORVIDA
ASCENTIAL DANCE THEATER
HYPE

MASTER CLASS SERIES, Saturday, March 13, 2010


All DDF master classes held at:
Motion Underground Studios
2192 West College Ave
Englewood, CO  80110


1130-1245 PM
INT/ADV JAM class with Ascential Dance Theatre Colorado
Given by ADTC founder and curator Jennifer Fagan Archer

Jen’s 'JAM' technique classes combine her comprehensive background in Classical & Contemporary Jazz, Afro-fusion, Modern and Ballet styles and her zeal for performing arts history and anthropology.  Starting center and warming the core muscles, class progresses into sections that deliberate balance, travel, the isolation of body parts, rhythm and poly-rhythms, turns and shifting weight.  An adagio and/or allegro center underscore(s) style and aesthetics.  Recognized for her versatility as a dancer, teacher & choreographer, Jen combines her devotion to technique with her fascination for theatre, music and vocal arts.  A short performance will be given by ADTC at the end of class.
1-215 PM
Master Class with STRETCH!
Description coming soon!
Sunday, March 14 @ 5 PM
Student Showcase Performances by:
MICHELLE LATIMER
ROCKY MOUNTAIN
MOTIONUNDERGROUND
STARSTRUCK
STREETSIDE
STYLES STUDIO
STUDIO 21
CENTERSTAGE
ELITE ACADEMY
COLORADO CONTEMPORARY OF DANCE
GREELEY CONSERVATORY
ENCORE
FUNKINETIC PROJECT
DANCE CORE
METROPOLITAN DANCE
ARTISTIC FUSION
EVERGREEN DANCE
MOTION 303
SCHIFF DANCE

http://denverdancefestival.com/Page_2_H5T9.html

2010-03-19
3motions

Colorado Ballet's 49th season will conclude with a three work program featuring a world premiere, a Company premiere and an audience favorite. The final production opens March 19 and runs through March 28. The Company will open with a world premiere by New York choreographer Brian Reeder, an emerging choreographer who has created works for several companies including the Washington Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Following this world premiere will be the Company’s premiere of Echoing of Trumpets, a one act, compelling ballet, choreographed by Antony Tudor. In the bleak starkness of a village besieged, Echoing of Trumpets explores man’s inhumanity as he grieves for lost lives in an upturned world. Tudor expertly evokes the emotional turmoil caused by occupying soldiers on the people of a war-ravaged land. Concluding the program will be the ever popular and entertaining Celts, choreographed by Lila York and set to a tradition Irish score. This ballet is sure to have audiences tapping their toes!


http://www.coloradoballet.org

2010-03-20
3motions

Colorado Ballet's 49th season will conclude with a three work program featuring a world premiere, a Company premiere and an audience favorite. The final production opens March 19 and runs through March 28. The Company will open with a world premiere by New York choreographer Brian Reeder, an emerging choreographer who has created works for several companies including the Washington Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Following this world premiere will be the Company’s premiere of Echoing of Trumpets, a one act, compelling ballet, choreographed by Antony Tudor. In the bleak starkness of a village besieged, Echoing of Trumpets explores man’s inhumanity as he grieves for lost lives in an upturned world. Tudor expertly evokes the emotional turmoil caused by occupying soldiers on the people of a war-ravaged land. Concluding the program will be the ever popular and entertaining Celts, choreographed by Lila York and set to a tradition Irish score. This ballet is sure to have audiences tapping their toes!


http://www.coloradoballet.org

2010-03-21
3motions

Colorado Ballet's 49th season will conclude with a three work program featuring a world premiere, a Company premiere and an audience favorite. The final production opens March 19 and runs through March 28. The Company will open with a world premiere by New York choreographer Brian Reeder, an emerging choreographer who has created works for several companies including the Washington Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Following this world premiere will be the Company’s premiere of Echoing of Trumpets, a one act, compelling ballet, choreographed by Antony Tudor. In the bleak starkness of a village besieged, Echoing of Trumpets explores man’s inhumanity as he grieves for lost lives in an upturned world. Tudor expertly evokes the emotional turmoil caused by occupying soldiers on the people of a war-ravaged land. Concluding the program will be the ever popular and entertaining Celts, choreographed by Lila York and set to a tradition Irish score. This ballet is sure to have audiences tapping their toes!


http://www.coloradoballet.org

2010-03-22
3motions

Colorado Ballet's 49th season will conclude with a three work program featuring a world premiere, a Company premiere and an audience favorite. The final production opens March 19 and runs through March 28. The Company will open with a world premiere by New York choreographer Brian Reeder, an emerging choreographer who has created works for several companies including the Washington Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Following this world premiere will be the Company’s premiere of Echoing of Trumpets, a one act, compelling ballet, choreographed by Antony Tudor. In the bleak starkness of a village besieged, Echoing of Trumpets explores man’s inhumanity as he grieves for lost lives in an upturned world. Tudor expertly evokes the emotional turmoil caused by occupying soldiers on the people of a war-ravaged land. Concluding the program will be the ever popular and entertaining Celts, choreographed by Lila York and set to a tradition Irish score. This ballet is sure to have audiences tapping their toes!


http://www.coloradoballet.org

2010-03-23
3motions

Colorado Ballet's 49th season will conclude with a three work program featuring a world premiere, a Company premiere and an audience favorite. The final production opens March 19 and runs through March 28. The Company will open with a world premiere by New York choreographer Brian Reeder, an emerging choreographer who has created works for several companies including the Washington Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Following this world premiere will be the Company’s premiere of Echoing of Trumpets, a one act, compelling ballet, choreographed by Antony Tudor. In the bleak starkness of a village besieged, Echoing of Trumpets explores man’s inhumanity as he grieves for lost lives in an upturned world. Tudor expertly evokes the emotional turmoil caused by occupying soldiers on the people of a war-ravaged land. Concluding the program will be the ever popular and entertaining Celts, choreographed by Lila York and set to a tradition Irish score. This ballet is sure to have audiences tapping their toes!


http://www.coloradoballet.org

2010-03-24
3motions

Colorado Ballet's 49th season will conclude with a three work program featuring a world premiere, a Company premiere and an audience favorite. The final production opens March 19 and runs through March 28. The Company will open with a world premiere by New York choreographer Brian Reeder, an emerging choreographer who has created works for several companies including the Washington Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Following this world premiere will be the Company’s premiere of Echoing of Trumpets, a one act, compelling ballet, choreographed by Antony Tudor. In the bleak starkness of a village besieged, Echoing of Trumpets explores man’s inhumanity as he grieves for lost lives in an upturned world. Tudor expertly evokes the emotional turmoil caused by occupying soldiers on the people of a war-ravaged land. Concluding the program will be the ever popular and entertaining Celts, choreographed by Lila York and set to a tradition Irish score. This ballet is sure to have audiences tapping their toes!


http://www.coloradoballet.org

2010-03-26
3motions

Colorado Ballet's 49th season will conclude with a three work program featuring a world premiere, a Company premiere and an audience favorite. The final production opens March 19 and runs through March 28. The Company will open with a world premiere by New York choreographer Brian Reeder, an emerging choreographer who has created works for several companies including the Washington Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Following this world premiere will be the Company’s premiere of Echoing of Trumpets, a one act, compelling ballet, choreographed by Antony Tudor. In the bleak starkness of a village besieged, Echoing of Trumpets explores man’s inhumanity as he grieves for lost lives in an upturned world. Tudor expertly evokes the emotional turmoil caused by occupying soldiers on the people of a war-ravaged land. Concluding the program will be the ever popular and entertaining Celts, choreographed by Lila York and set to a tradition Irish score. This ballet is sure to have audiences tapping their toes!


http://www.coloradoballet.org

2010-03-26
Hannah Kahn Dance Company in 'Complete the Circuit'

The twelve member Hannah Kahn Dance Company will present five dances including a major premiere - The Last Go-Round, a restaging of Linger Awhile (a 1995 sextet), and a completely reworked version of Thaw (a quintet from 2004). Performances will take place on Friday, March 26 and Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. at the Lakewood Cultural Center (470 S. Allison Parkway, near the corner of Wadsworth and Alameda). Tickets are $18 for adults, and $14 for students, children, seniors and Colorado Dance Alliance members. For tickets call (303)987-7845 or order on line at www.lakewood.org.
The program’s premiere, The Last Go-Round, is a dance in four sections for nine dancers. The music runs the gamut from Cuban rumba to mysterious and moody classical music by Scottish composer Malcolm Lindsay. The dancers are challenged with intricate choreography and quicksilver interactions.
Thaw (2004),  a quintet with music by Michael Hoenig and costumes by Russell Etmer, is a seamless and physically demanding work which explores movement that evolves slowly, then with frenetic pace, and then with constriction.  Kahn is tightening up the work, editing and shortening it to maximize its impact.
Linger Awhile (1995) will have newly designed costumes by Julianna Aberle-McClellan. Music by the Chieftains accompanies the six dancers in this audience favorite.
Completing the program are Complete the Circuit (2009), and Joint Venture (1981).


http://www.hannahkahndance.org

2010-03-27
3motions

Colorado Ballet's 49th season will conclude with a three work program featuring a world premiere, a Company premiere and an audience favorite. The final production opens March 19 and runs through March 28. The Company will open with a world premiere by New York choreographer Brian Reeder, an emerging choreographer who has created works for several companies including the Washington Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Following this world premiere will be the Company’s premiere of Echoing of Trumpets, a one act, compelling ballet, choreographed by Antony Tudor. In the bleak starkness of a village besieged, Echoing of Trumpets explores man’s inhumanity as he grieves for lost lives in an upturned world. Tudor expertly evokes the emotional turmoil caused by occupying soldiers on the people of a war-ravaged land. Concluding the program will be the ever popular and entertaining Celts, choreographed by Lila York and set to a tradition Irish score. This ballet is sure to have audiences tapping their toes!


http://www.coloradoballet.org

2010-03-27
3motions

Colorado Ballet's 49th season will conclude with a three work program featuring a world premiere, a Company premiere and an audience favorite. The final production opens March 19 and runs through March 28. The Company will open with a world premiere by New York choreographer Brian Reeder, an emerging choreographer who has created works for several companies including the Washington Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Following this world premiere will be the Company’s premiere of Echoing of Trumpets, a one act, compelling ballet, choreographed by Antony Tudor. In the bleak starkness of a village besieged, Echoing of Trumpets explores man’s inhumanity as he grieves for lost lives in an upturned world. Tudor expertly evokes the emotional turmoil caused by occupying soldiers on the people of a war-ravaged land. Concluding the program will be the ever popular and entertaining Celts, choreographed by Lila York and set to a tradition Irish score. This ballet is sure to have audiences tapping their toes!


http://www.coloradoballet.org

2010-03-27
Hannah Kahn Dance Company in 'Complete the Circuit'

The twelve member Hannah Kahn Dance Company will present five dances including a major premiere - The Last Go-Round, a restaging of Linger Awhile (a 1995 sextet), and a completely reworked version of Thaw (a quintet from 2004). Performances will take place on Friday, March 26 and Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. at the Lakewood Cultural Center (470 S. Allison Parkway, near the corner of Wadsworth and Alameda). Tickets are $18 for adults, and $14 for students, children, seniors and Colorado Dance Alliance members. For tickets call (303)987-7845 or order on line at www.lakewood.org.
The program’s premiere, The Last Go-Round, is a dance in four sections for nine dancers. The music runs the gamut from Cuban rumba to mysterious and moody classical music by Scottish composer Malcolm Lindsay. The dancers are challenged with intricate choreography and quicksilver interactions.
Thaw (2004),  a quintet with music by Michael Hoenig and costumes by Russell Etmer, is a seamless and physically demanding work which explores movement that evolves slowly, then with frenetic pace, and then with constriction.  Kahn is tightening up the work, editing and shortening it to maximize its impact.
Linger Awhile (1995) will have newly designed costumes by Julianna Aberle-McClellan. Music by the Chieftains accompanies the six dancers in this audience favorite.
Completing the program are Complete the Circuit (2009), and Joint Venture (1981).


http://www.hannahkahndance.org

2010-03-28
3motions

Colorado Ballet's 49th season will conclude with a three work program featuring a world premiere, a Company premiere and an audience favorite. The final production opens March 19 and runs through March 28. The Company will open with a world premiere by New York choreographer Brian Reeder, an emerging choreographer who has created works for several companies including the Washington Ballet and the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Following this world premiere will be the Company’s premiere of Echoing of Trumpets, a one act, compelling ballet, choreographed by Antony Tudor. In the bleak starkness of a village besieged, Echoing of Trumpets explores man’s inhumanity as he grieves for lost lives in an upturned world. Tudor expertly evokes the emotional turmoil caused by occupying soldiers on the people of a war-ravaged land. Concluding the program will be the ever popular and entertaining Celts, choreographed by Lila York and set to a tradition Irish score. This ballet is sure to have audiences tapping their toes!


http://www.coloradoballet.org

2010-04-02
CSU Student Dance Concert, with Guests: Dance Express

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Student Dance Concert

Friday, April 2, and Saturday, April 3, 8 p.m.

University Dance Theatre, UCA

A CSU dance tradition since 1987, don't miss your opportunity to see a variety of dances choreographed and performed by CSU dance students. This concert gives both new and experienced choreographers, performers, and designers valuable experience.

 

Dance Express premieres its 7th and last 20th Anniversary Dance for the 21st Century at the CSU University Center for the Arts, April 2nd & 3rd.  As guest performers at the Student Dance Concert, Dance Express dancers are pleased to perform 'Imagine' for the first time.




http://www.csudance.com

2010-04-02
Dance Express #7

Dance Express premieres its 7th and last 20th Anniversary Dance for the 21st Century at the CSU University Center for the Arts, April 2nd & 3rd.  As guest performers at the Student Dance Concert, Dance Express dancers are pleased to perform 'Imagine' for the first time.


http://danceexpressfc.org

2010-04-03
CSU Student Dance Concert

Student Dance Concert

Friday, April 2, and Saturday, April 3, 8 p.m.

University Dance Theatre, UCA

A CSU dance tradition since 1987, don't miss your opportunity to see a variety of dances choreographed and performed by CSU dance students. This concert gives both new and experienced choreographers, performers, and designers valuable experience.




http://www.csudance.com

2010-04-09
3rd Law Dance/Theater's 'In Pieces'

3rd Law Dance/Theater Presents “In Pieces”
Dairy Center for the Arts

April 9th and 10th @ 7:30 PM & April 11th @ 4 PM--ONE WEEKEND ONLY!!

This original evening is a concert of several dance premieres and new pieces developed from favorite works such as Lost in Place, Winter, Mannequin Dream and End-Game.

An evening of original choreography, video imagery, creative costuming and an eclectic sound score, In Pieces gives you glimpses into 3rd Law’s wide-ranging repertory and previews new works that are points of exploration for upcoming collaborations and evening-length productions.

The full weight of directors Katie Elliott and Jim LaVita’s combined experience, humor and aesthetic sentiments are brought to bear in In Pieces, another provocative 3rd Law evening of original, engaging, and thought-provoking artistry.

TICKET INFORMATION
·      The Dairy Center for the Arts (2590 Walnut Street, Boulder, CO)
·      $23 Adult, $17 Senior/Student
·      Purchase tickets through the Dairy Box Office, Tues-Fri, 1-5pm or call 303-444-SEAT (7328).
·      Outside of Dairy Box Office hours tickets may be purchased online for an additional service charge at www.thedairy.org.

The In Pieces cast includes: Jennifer Golonka, Danielle Hendricks, Eliza Kuelthau, Molly Pearson, Michelle Pugh, Gwen Phillips, Michael Richman, and Grady Soapes. Lighting design by Craig A. Bushman


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2010-04-10
3rd Law Dance/Theater's 'In Pieces'

3rd Law Dance/Theater Presents “In Pieces”
Dairy Center for the Arts

April 9th and 10th @ 7:30 PM & April 11th @ 4 PM--ONE WEEKEND ONLY!!

This original evening is a concert of several dance premieres and new pieces developed from favorite works such as Lost in Place, Winter, Mannequin Dream and End-Game.

An evening of original choreography, video imagery, creative costuming and an eclectic sound score, In Pieces gives you glimpses into 3rd Law’s wide-ranging repertory and previews new works that are points of exploration for upcoming collaborations and evening-length productions.

The full weight of directors Katie Elliott and Jim LaVita’s combined experience, humor and aesthetic sentiments are brought to bear in In Pieces, another provocative 3rd Law evening of original, engaging, and thought-provoking artistry.

TICKET INFORMATION
·      The Dairy Center for the Arts (2590 Walnut Street, Boulder, CO)
·      $23 Adult, $17 Senior/Student
·      Purchase tickets through the Dairy Box Office, Tues-Fri, 1-5pm or call 303-444-SEAT (7328).
·      Outside of Dairy Box Office hours tickets may be purchased online for an additional service charge at www.thedairy.org.

The In Pieces cast includes: Jennifer Golonka, Danielle Hendricks, Eliza Kuelthau, Molly Pearson, Michelle Pugh, Gwen Phillips, Michael Richman, and Grady Soapes. Lighting design by Craig A. Bushman


http://

2010-04-11
3rd Law Dance/Theater's 'In Pieces'

3rd Law Dance/Theater Presents “In Pieces”
Dairy Center for the Arts

April 9th and 10th @ 7:30 PM & April 11th @ 4 PM--ONE WEEKEND ONLY!!

This original evening is a concert of several dance premieres and new pieces developed from favorite works such as Lost in Place, Winter, Mannequin Dream and End-Game.

An evening of original choreography, video imagery, creative costuming and an eclectic sound score, In Pieces gives you glimpses into 3rd Law’s wide-ranging repertory and previews new works that are points of exploration for upcoming collaborations and evening-length productions.

The full weight of directors Katie Elliott and Jim LaVita’s combined experience, humor and aesthetic sentiments are brought to bear in In Pieces, another provocative 3rd Law evening of original, engaging, and thought-provoking artistry.

TICKET INFORMATION
·      The Dairy Center for the Arts (2590 Walnut Street, Boulder, CO)
·      $23 Adult, $17 Senior/Student
·      Purchase tickets through the Dairy Box Office, Tues-Fri, 1-5pm or call 303-444-SEAT (7328).
·      Outside of Dairy Box Office hours tickets may be purchased online for an additional service charge at www.thedairy.org.

The In Pieces cast includes: Jennifer Golonka, Danielle Hendricks, Eliza Kuelthau, Molly Pearson, Michelle Pugh, Gwen Phillips, Michael Richman, and Grady Soapes. Lighting design by Craig A. Bushman


http://

2010-04-16
Ballet Nouveau Colorado's Somewhere American, vol. 1

Our season ends with a pioneering tribute to the American spirit. Two world premieres by world-class choreographers Garrett Ammon and Lauri Stallings bring our 2009-10 season to a triumphant close.


http://www.bncdance.com

2010-04-16
RIPPLE-At the Armory

RIPPLE at the Armory is part of a 6 month project by IMPACT Dance Company that explores how small choices in thought and action has a significant impact on the world around us.  The project began in January of  2010 and consists of several 'pocket' performances, outreach programs and a two week video dance installation in partnership with the Armory Event Hall, 314 E. Mountain. RIPPLE Installation, April 16-25th with two shows each weekend evening Fri. and Sat.at 7 and 9pm, Sundays at 2pm.


http://www.impactdancecompany.com

2010-04-16
'Impressions,' by Danse Etoile, Ascential Dance and Corazon Flamenco

With the stage as their canvas,

dancers/musicians from Danse

Etoile Ballet, Ascential Dance

and Corazon Flamenco will explore light and shadow, movement and lines,

expanding the classical palette with the influences of tango,

flamenco, jazz and pop to entertain you with style and passion.


http://www.danseetoile.org

2010-04-16
RIPPLE-At the Armory

RIPPLE at the Armory is part of a 6 month project by IMPACT Dance Company that explores how small choices in thought and action has a significant impact on the world around us.  The project began in January of  2010 and consists of several 'pocket' performances, outreach programs and a two week video dance installation in partnership with the Armory Event Hall, 314 E. Mountain. RIPPLE Installation, April 16-25th with two shows each weekend evening Fri. and Sat.at 7 and 9pm, Sundays at 2pm.


http://www.impactdancecompany.com

2010-04-17
Ballet Nouveau Colorado's Somewhere American, vol. 1

Our season ends with a pioneering tribute to the American spirit. Two world premieres by world-class choreographers Garrett Ammon and Lauri Stallings bring our 2009-10 season to a triumphant close.


http://www.bncdance.com

2010-04-17
'Impressions,' by Danse Etoile, Ascential Dance and Corazon Flamenco

With the stage as their canvas,

dancers/musicians from Danse

Etoile Ballet, Ascential Dance

and Corazon Flamenco will explore light and shadow, movement and lines,

expanding the classical palette with the influences of tango,

flamenco, jazz and pop to entertain you with style and passion.


http://www.danseetoile.org

2010-04-17
RIPPLE-At the Armory

RIPPLE at the Armory is part of a 6 month project by IMPACT Dance Company that explores how small choices in thought and action has a significant impact on the world around us.  The project began in January of  2010 and consists of several 'pocket' performances, outreach programs and a two week video dance installation in partnership with the Armory Event Hall, 314 E. Mountain. RIPPLE Installation, April 16-25th with two shows each weekend evening Fri. and Sat.at 7 and 9pm, Sundays at 2pm.


http://www.impactdancecompany.com

2010-04-17
RIPPLE-At the Armory

RIPPLE at the Armory is part of a 6 month project by IMPACT Dance Company that explores how small choices in thought and action has a significant impact on the world around us.  The project began in January of  2010 and consists of several 'pocket' performances, outreach programs and a two week video dance installation in partnership with the Armory Event Hall, 314 E. Mountain. RIPPLE Installation, April 16-25th with two shows each weekend evening Fri. and Sat.at 7 and 9pm, Sundays at 2pm.


http://www.impactdancecompany.com

2010-04-18
Ballet Nouveau Colorado's Somewhere American, vol. 1

Our season ends with a pioneering tribute to the American spirit. Two world premieres by world-class choreographers Garrett Ammon and Lauri Stallings bring our 2009-10 season to a triumphant close.


http://www.bncdance.com

2010-04-18
RIPPLE-At the Armory

RIPPLE at the Armory is part of a 6 month project by IMPACT Dance Company that explores how small choices in thought and action has a significant impact on the world around us.  The project began in January of  2010 and consists of several 'pocket' performances, outreach programs and a two week video dance installation in partnership with the Armory Event Hall, 314 E. Mountain. RIPPLE Installation, April 16-25th with two shows each weekend evening Fri. and Sat.at 7 and 9pm, Sundays at 2pm.


http://www.impactdancecompany.com

2010-04-20
MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE - Prelude and Revolt

MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE - Prelude and Revolt 
Includes archival film clips, still photos, and narration interwoven with dancing from Graham's prodigious body of work, including 'Denishawn Trio'.

NEWMAN CENTER PRESENTS four unique dance programs during the 2009 - 2010 season!  All performances are at the beautiful Newman Center on the University of Denver campus.  FREE parking for all shows!  Groups of 8+ save on ticket prices!

 

Molly Epstein
Group Sales Manager
Newman Center Presents
molly.epstein@du.edu
303.619.6196


http://

2010-04-23
Ballet Nouveau Colorado's Somewhere American, vol. 1

Our season ends with a pioneering tribute to the American spirit. Two world premieres by world-class choreographers Garrett Ammon and Lauri Stallings bring our 2009-10 season to a triumphant close.


http://www.bncdance.com

2010-04-23
CSU Spring Dance Concert

Ballet at CSU

Spring Dance Concert

In Collaboration with the CSU Chamber Orchestra

Friday, April 23, 8 p.m., and Saturday, April 24, 2 p.m., and 8 p.m.

University Dance Theatre, UCA

Enjoy an extraordinary evening of innovative contemporary and classical dance. Unique to this year’s spring dance concert is an exciting collaboration between CSU dance and music students, faculty, and guest choreographer in the premiere of Dumbarton Oaks, inspired by, and set to, Concerto in E-flat by Igor Stravinsky. Choreographed by award-winning international choreographer, director and dancer, Viktor Kabaniaev, and with rehearsals coached by special assistant professor of ballet, Carol Roderick, this collaboration with Professor Wes Kenney and the CSU Chamber Orchestra promises to be captivating! Reprising the March 25th Griffin Concert Hall performance of the Dumbarton project, these performances take place in the University Dance Theatre with dancers, musicians, and the Maestro all on stage together.

“We are emulating what was always done in the great opera houses where music and ballet collaborate, and Viktor has created choreography of a very high quality.” ~ Carol Roderick

“With our new performing arts facility housing music and dance together it seems fitting for collaborations to emerge. Informal discussions can result in interesting projects and the Dumbarton Oaks piece is the fruition of such conversations. It is what a university is all about and we’re excited about the creation of a new work.” ~ Wes Kenney

 


http://www.csudance.com

2010-04-23
RIPPLE-At the Armory

RIPPLE at the Armory is part of a 6 month project by IMPACT Dance Company that explores how small choices in thought and action has a significant impact on the world around us.  The project began in January of  2010 and consists of several 'pocket' performances, outreach programs and a two week video dance installation in partnership with the Armory Event Hall, 314 E. Mountain. RIPPLE Installation, April 16-25th with two shows each weekend evening Fri. and Sat.at 7 and 9pm, Sundays at 2pm.


http://www.impactdancecompany.com

2010-04-23
RIPPLE-At the Armory

RIPPLE at the Armory is part of a 6 month project by IMPACT Dance Company that explores how small choices in thought and action has a significant impact on the world around us.  The project began in January of  2010 and consists of several 'pocket' performances, outreach programs and a two week video dance installation in partnership with the Armory Event Hall, 314 E. Mountain. RIPPLE Installation, April 16-25th with two shows each weekend evening Fri. and Sat.at 7 and 9pm, Sundays at 2pm.


http://www.impactdancecompany.com

2010-04-24
Ballet Nouveau Colorado's Somewhere American, vol. 1

Our season ends with a pioneering tribute to the American spirit. Two world premieres by world-class choreographers Garrett Ammon and Lauri Stallings bring our 2009-10 season to a triumphant close.


http://www.bncdance.com

2010-04-24
CSU Spring Dance Concert

Spring Dance Concert

In Collaboration with the CSU Chamber Orchestra

Friday, April 23, 8 p.m., and Saturday, April 24, 2 p.m., and 8 p.m.

University Dance Theatre, UCA

Enjoy an extraordinary evening of innovative contemporary and classical dance. Unique to this year’s spring dance concert is an exciting collaboration between CSU dance and music students, faculty, and guest choreographer in the premiere of Dumbarton Oaks, inspired by, and set to, Concerto in E-flat by Igor Stravinsky. Choreographed by award-winning international choreographer, director and dancer, Viktor Kabaniaev, and with rehearsals coached by special assistant professor of ballet, Carol Roderick, this collaboration with Professor Wes Kenney and the CSU Chamber Orchestra promises to be captivating! Reprising the March 25th Griffin Concert Hall performance of the Dumbarton project, these performances take place in the University Dance Theatre with dancers, musicians, and the Maestro all on stage together.

“We are emulating what was always done in the great opera houses where music and ballet collaborate, and Viktor has created choreography of a very high quality.” ~ Carol Roderick

“With our new performing arts facility housing music and dance together it seems fitting for collaborations to emerge. Informal discussions can result in interesting projects and the Dumbarton Oaks piece is the fruition of such conversations. It is what a university is all about and we’re excited about the creation of a new work.” ~ Wes Kenney

 


http://www.csudance.com

2010-04-24
CSU Spring Dance Concert

Spring Dance Concert

In Collaboration with the CSU Chamber Orchestra

Friday, April 23, 8 p.m., and Saturday, April 24, 2 p.m., and 8 p.m.

University Dance Theatre, UCA

Enjoy an extraordinary evening of innovative contemporary and classical dance. Unique to this year’s spring dance concert is an exciting collaboration between CSU dance and music students, faculty, and guest choreographer in the premiere of Dumbarton Oaks, inspired by, and set to, Concerto in E-flat by Igor Stravinsky. Choreographed by award-winning international choreographer, director and dancer, Viktor Kabaniaev, and with rehearsals coached by special assistant professor of ballet, Carol Roderick, this collaboration with Professor Wes Kenney and the CSU Chamber Orchestra promises to be captivating! Reprising the March 25th Griffin Concert Hall performance of the Dumbarton project, these performances take place in the University Dance Theatre with dancers, musicians, and the Maestro all on stage together.

“We are emulating what was always done in the great opera houses where music and ballet collaborate, and Viktor has created choreography of a very high quality.” ~ Carol Roderick

“With our new performing arts facility housing music and dance together it seems fitting for collaborations to emerge. Informal discussions can result in interesting projects and the Dumbarton Oaks piece is the fruition of such conversations. It is what a university is all about and we’re excited about the creation of a new work.” ~ Wes Kenney

 


http://www.dance.colostate.edu/

2010-04-24
RIPPLE-At the Armory

RIPPLE at the Armory is part of a 6 month project by IMPACT Dance Company that explores how small choices in thought and action has a significant impact on the world around us.  The project began in January of  2010 and consists of several 'pocket' performances, outreach programs and a two week video dance installation in partnership with the Armory Event Hall, 314 E. Mountain. RIPPLE Installation, April 16-25th with two shows each weekend evening Fri. and Sat.at 7 and 9pm, Sundays at 2pm.


http://www.impactdancecompany.com

2010-04-24
RIPPLE-At the Armory

RIPPLE at the Armory is part of a 6 month project by IMPACT Dance Company that explores how small choices in thought and action has a significant impact on the world around us.  The project began in January of  2010 and consists of several 'pocket' performances, outreach programs and a two week video dance installation in partnership with the Armory Event Hall, 314 E. Mountain. RIPPLE Installation, April 16-25th with two shows each weekend evening Fri. and Sat.at 7 and 9pm, Sundays at 2pm.


http://www.impactdancecompany.com

2010-04-25
Ballet Nouveau Colorado's Somewhere American, vol. 1

Our season ends with a pioneering tribute to the American spirit. Two world premieres by world-class choreographers Garrett Ammon and Lauri Stallings bring our 2009-10 season to a triumphant close.


http://www.bncdance.com

2010-04-25
RIPPLE-At the Armory

RIPPLE at the Armory is part of a 6 month project by IMPACT Dance Company that explores how small choices in thought and action has a significant impact on the world around us.  The project began in January of  2010 and consists of several 'pocket' performances, outreach programs and a two week video dance installation in partnership with the Armory Event Hall, 314 E. Mountain. RIPPLE Installation, April 16-25th with two shows each weekend evening Fri. and Sat.at 7 and 9pm, Sundays at 2pm.


http://www.impactdancecompany.com