32 Flavors presents: DOS: an evening of contemporary dance
Friday May 30, 2008 | 8:00pm

Theater 4301
4301 N. Scottsdale Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ

32 Flavors Dance wraps up their debut season with this amazing concert. Featuring choreography by Meghan Bingle, Lauren Harrison, and Marissa Koretski. Sculpture, strength and silliness can be found throughout this concert where each piece connects into the next.

Tickets $15-$20 * Special discount for students and groups- call box office for details

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Call the Box Office: 480-994-ARTS(2787)

Putting the ‘edge’ in the proverbial ledge, Scorpius Dance Theatre doesn’t need any talking down. In fact, they are quite comfortable there, artistically speaking, as they bring yet another innovative dance production to the Valley with “An Unusual Love Story” David+Lisa, May 15 through 25, 2008, at the Phoenix Theatre’s Little Theatre.

“An Unusual Love Story” David+Lisa is an intense fairy-tale-of-sorts that tells the story of two people who meet in a mental institution. After a series of events an unlikely attachment is developed between the two volatile individuals. The true lives of David and Lisa have also been the subject of a fact-based psychoanalytic story, a stage play, and a 1960s film. Scorpius is the first to abstract their lives into the realm of contemporary dance.

This production promises to be as enlightening as it is entertaining complete with original music by Kris Hill and Ryan Breen, Original choreography by Lisa Starry, and the exclusive physical narrative of this peculiar love story…a story that suits the company’s idiosyncratic brand of performance very well.

For more information contact Scorpius Dance Theatre at www.scorpiusdance.com or for tickets call 602 254-2151

Open House at Al MORO Studio May 8th from 6-9pm.

FREE intro to flamenco lesson from 6-8pm and if you really love it stay and participate or observe the Intermediate flamenco class from 8-9pm. Support our local arts and help reach out to the community. Al Moro offers a variety of classes from Flamenco, Spanish dance, Yoga, Belly Dance, AFRO-BRASILIAN DANCE, Hip-Hop,Tango, Old Shool Workout & MORE!!!

*VOTED BEST Place to get Sweaty for a good cause by Phoenix New Times!

Arizona contemporary dance company, CONDER/dance, presents Collision…an evening of dances filled with pure physicality, spare architecture and coarse human tenderness. Live percussion performance, video art, original music compositions, and special guest performances make this an unforgettable season finale. Inspired by collaborations with many other art forms, Collision blends raw energy and masterful skill into a performance that will resonate with audiences of all ages.

Guest performers include: Keith Johnson/Dancers (Los Angeles), Nugent Dance (Los Angeles), Robert Dekkers (Ballet Arizona), and Crossing 32nd Music Ensemble.

CONDER/dance
DATE: May 9 - 10, 2008
TIME: 8:00p (5/9, 5/10)
& 2:00p (5/10)
LOCATION: Mesa Arts Center
One East Main Street, Mesa, AZ
Nesbitt/Elliott Playhouse
TICKETS: $20 general, $18 students/seniors
Box Office: 480-644-6500, www.mesaartscenter.com
*discount tickets available on www.showup.com*

The 9th Annual Celebration of Dance concert series. (Phoenix - Scottsdale - Cave Creek)

Arizona celebrates National Dance Week with the 9th Annual Celebration of Dance concert series as part of a national campaign to help bring visibility and recognition to dance-arts in our communities.

April 26th
| 8:00pm
Herberger Theater Center
Box Office: 602 252-8497

May 4th
| 8:00pm
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

May 10th
| 8:00pm
Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center
Box Office: goldenlionproductions.com | 623 465-272

For more information on NDW visit: www.nationaldanceweek.org
Celebration of Dance is Arizona’s contribution to this national campaign and was created by Helena Saraydarian, a dance industry professional; choreographer, teacher, and producer. Upon enlisting as Arizona’s delegate for National Dance Week, Miss Saraydarian sensed the need to create a
venue for the dance community to get involved in and for the public to enjoy the creation and the performances of Arizona’s dance artistry.

Golden Lion Productions, Inc. - takes on the task of producing these events. Two years after the launch of the first (April 200) Celebration of Dance, Miss Saraydarian formed this non-profit (501 c 3) volunteer organization serving the community with creative and educational projects and opportunities. A production team is formed each year to help: creative and technical theater professionals and a group of volunteers.

A nationwide search is launched each year for dancers, professional dance companies, and non-
professional yet unique performing groups. The dance community is invited to submit their work by a live audition or a video submission. From all the entries a selection is made by a committee who consists of professional individuals who are active in the dance industry. The result, a wide-range of thrilling and exciting performances by our very own Arizona artists and an exciting display of creative expression for the public to enjoy.

The 31st Annual Southwest Arts Conference
A convening of Arizona arts leaders, educators, artists and advocates, providing a place to meet and discuss issues surrounding the arts on a state, national, and international level. Live performances, breakout sessions and keynote speech by DancePlace founder, Carla Perlo.
Friday, January 25, 2008 from 8am to 5pm
Glendale Civic Center in Downtown Glendale
To register, visit www.azarts.gov/swac.
Early registration discounts available until January 11, 2008.

Contact the Arizona Commission on the Arts for more information: 602-771-6501

“EXPRESIONES” Proposal Dance Application
(For detailed information contact dulcedanceco@cox.net. Deadline for submission is February 28, 2008.)

“Expresiones” presented by Dulce Dance Company, April 19, 2008.

“Expresiones” a manner of expressing, esp. with eloquence, a showing of feeling, character, etc. A look, intonation, etc. that conveys meaning.

“Expresiones” is a dance production showcasing Arizona’s best, unique, and artistic talent.

Performance: April 19, 2008 @ 8:00 pm Herberger Theater ~ Stage West

Audition Fees: $25.00 initial fee per choreographer/ Dance Company, $10.00 each additional piece.

Performance Fees: $125.00 initial fee per choreographer/company, $30.00 each additional piece.

(Fees will help with space rental, tech fees, and marketing.)
expresiones-proposal-dance-application-1.doc

Djarraba Drums Presents Aliou Diouf

Traditional west African drum and dance workshops

( Aliou Diouf is a master Drummer, choreographer, director, dancer, and singer from Dakar, Senegal. Diouf specializes in the djembe, dundun, sabar, sorruba, bougaougou, and tama. He performs dances and music from the wolof, serer, djola, Bambata, mandinko, and other peoples of west Africa. Aliou Diouf has worked with the United African Ballet and the Ballet d’Afrique Noir.

For info Call Footbear
(602) 315-9393 or djarrabadrums@yahoo.com

Phoenix
Thursday, Jan.24
dance class 7-9pm

Embodyyoga Studio 4520 E. Thomas

Friday, Jan.25
Djembe class 7-9pm

Embodyyoga Studio 4520 E. Thomas

Saturday, Jan.26
Djembe class 12-1:30pm
Dance class 2-4pm

Embodyyoga Studio 4520 E. Thomas
All Classes $20

This weekend, and throughout the month of December, there are many feasts of dance enjoyment to choose from! Check out Center Dance Ensemble’s Snow Queen, a Valley favorite for many years. Or, for something a offering a break from the holiday theme, try Breaking Ground, a collection of choreography collected and curated for its innovation, hosted by CONDER/dance! If you are making your way a little north of town, enjoy a Christmas Dance Concert with the AZDance Group. And, as always, a holiday treat hard to miss, Ballet Arizona’s The Nutcracker. See the calendar for extended details about each of these events!

School of Ballet Arizona second semester starts Jan. 7, 2008.
Register now for childrens classes at all levels, beginner through
pre-professional, as well as adult classes at all levels. Spring
Performance opportunities. The School is located at the Ballet
Arizona headquarters at 3645 E Indian School Rd. in Phoenix, with a
satellite location in Scottdale. Professional faculty and live
accompaniment for all classes. Nancy Crowley, School Director. Claire
West, School Business Manager. To register, contact the Registrar,
Shanya Andrews at 602-381-0188. www.balletaz.org/school