February 2010
SPECTRUM DANCE THEATER
Open Rehearsal
February 2, 2010, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Moore Theatre
Artistic Director of Spectrum Dance Theater, Donald Byrd, opens up his rehearsal process to the public. Come get an inside look at his latest work, FAREWELL: A Fantastical Contemplation on America’s Relationship with China followed by a discussion with Donald Byrd and company members.
JONI MITCHELL'S THE FIDDLE AND THE DRUM
PERFORMED BY ALBERTA BALLET
Dance Master Classes with Alberta Ballet
Monday, February 22, 2010
Ballet Master, Edmund Stripe, and Ballet Mistress, Beverly Bagg, from Alberta Ballet will teach a community master classes.
- Int/Adv Ballet and Discussion (Open to Cornish Prep Students only)
4:00-6:00 pm, Cornish Preparatory Dance
- Beginning Adult Ballet ($15; Pre-registration recommended)
6:15 pm-7:45 pm, Velocity Dance Center (915 E Pine Street, Seattle, 98122)
To pre-register, call 206-315-8009 or email STG Education.
Post-Performance Discussion with Joni Mitchell (Open to ticketed audiences)
Tuesday, February 23, 2010, 7:30 pm (Performance)
The Paramount Theatre
Engage deeper into the work of Joni Mitchell in a Q & A discussion with Joni herself about her artistic process and collaboration with the Alberta Ballet.
SUZANNE VEGA
Featuring Seattle Rock Orchestra
February 25, 2010, 8:00 pm
The Moore Theatre
Local string quartet from Seattle Rock Orchestra are featured guest performers for Suzanne Vega.
GLOBAL DANCE PARTY - ON TOUR!
Master Classes
February 26, 2010
Performers from Global Dance Party will teach hip hop, African and step master classes for Orcas Island schools and community.Performance ($17, $13 from Orcas Center members; $9 students)
February 27, 2010
6 pm & 8 pm
Orcas Center (Orcas Island)
Global Dance Party is a high-energy performance of cultural and contemporary dance and live music from around the globe. The performance features young local performers from STG’s DANCE This and More Music @ The Moore, celebrating the rich cultural traditions and artistic talent found in the Northwest. Great for families of all ages!
MORE MUSIC @ THE MOORE
Performances
March 12, 2010Student Matinee (7/$4 free, reduced lunch participants; Reservation required)
11:00 am - more information here (pdf)
The Moore Theatre
Grades 3-12, 75 minutes
Learn more information on student programs here (pdf). To purchase tickets for your group, please email Student Programs.
Public Performance
7:30 pm - more information and tickets here
The Moore Theatre
More Music @ The Moore features exceptional local teen musicians mixing up diverse music styles. The performance celebrates the rich musical talent of youth in our community and provides musicians, regardless of what style they play, the opportunity to make music together. Daniel Bernard Roumain returns for a fifth year as Music Director, directing an innovative and inspiring musical experience.
DANCE THIS PERFORMANCE AUDITIONS (Teens-early 20s; RSVP Required)
Monday, March 22, 2010, 4:30 pm-6:30 pm (sign-in at 4:00 pm)
The Moore Theatre (downtown at 2nd & Virginia)
Seeking Advanced Modern/Ballet Dancers (ages 13-22) for DANCE This, an annual youth training and performance project produced by STG. Selected dancers will perform on July 9-10, 2010 @ The Paramount Theatre in Bhangra Fever, a contemporary piece by Donald Byrd (Artistic Director of Spectrum Dance Theater). Full information forthcoming.RSVP REQUIRED to audition. Email Education or call 206-467-5510, x1171 for more information.
TRADER JOE'S SILENT MOVIE MONDAYS: SILENTS FROM THE SOUTH SEAS
Pre-Film Lectures (Open to ticketed audience)
Mondays in March, 7:00 pm
The Paramount Theatre
Further lecture information forthcoming.
DANCE FOR PARKINSONS
Spring Session Classes
April 10-May 15, 2010
Saturdays, 11:00 am-12:30 pm
Peter Kirk Community Center (352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland 98033)
Dancers and persons with Parkinson’s both need to stretch and strengthen their bodies, use eyes, ears and touch to control movement, think about how they move and constantly work on balance. Seattle-based instructors will teach ongoing dance classes for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers (modeled from Mark Morris Dance Group in Brooklyn, NY). Register online at www.evergreenhealthcare.org/classes or call the Evergreen Healthline at 425-899-3000, Monday - Friday, 7:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
NRITYAGRAM DANCE ENSEMBLE
Student Matinee ($7/$4 free, reduced lunch participants; Reservations required)
Friday, April 16, 2010, 11:00 am
The Moore Theatre
Grades 3-12, 60 minutes
The Nrityagram Indian Dance Ensemble is regarded worldwide as one of the foremost dance companies of India. The ensemble will be performing “Odissi,” a traditional temple dance from Northeast India. Nrityagram has earned international acclaim for its ability to create and communicate with powerful imagery and captivating movement. More information on student programs here. To purchase tickets for your group, please email Student Programs.Master Class- Introduction to Odissi Classical Indian Dance
Thursday, April 15, 2010, 4:30-6:00 pm
Kirkland Performance Center (350 Kirkland Avenue, Kirkland 98033)
An Introduction to Odissi that includes a demonstration of the language of the dance and of dance pieces, the Master class is an opportunity to learn very basic phrases of pure Odissi movement and the isolated body training specific to Odissi. $15; Pre-registration strongly recommended. To register, email Education or call 206-315-8009.Lecture/Demonstration (Free; Open to the Public; RSVP Recommended)
Thursday, April 15, 2010, 7:30-8:30 pm
Kirkland Performance Center
An Introduction to Odissi that includes a demonstration of the language of the dance and of dance pieces, the lecture - demonstration provides an opportunity for participation and interaction with the dancers and serves as a vital aid to better understanding of a performance. To RSVP, email Education or call 206-315-8009
ALLEY CAT THEATRE
NW Musician Performances
May 3-24, 2010 (Mondays), 8:00 pm
The Moore Theatre
Produced and curated by Seattle Theatre Group, Alley Cat Theatre turns The Moore’s stage into a music club on Monday nights in May. Seattle musicians will represent Alternative country, Americana, rock, singer/songwriters and offbeat originals on each themed evening. Tickets and more information available here.
WEST SIDE STORY STORIES - MEMORIES OF LENNY
Songs and Memories of Leonard Bernstein by Martin Charnin
Monday, June 7, 2009, 7:30 pm
FREE
The Paramount Theatre Lobby
Hosted by STG and Showtunes Theatre Company, this free event features Martin Charnin’s personal reminiscences and songs performed by Showtunes cast members. Charnin (Artistic Director of Showtunes) originated the role Big Deal in WEST SIDE STORY on Broadway, and sang “Gee, Officer Krupke” for 1000 performances. He is best known as the lyricist and director of the musical ANNIE. www.showtunestheatre.org
DANCE FOR PARKINSONS
Summer Session Classes
June 19-July 24, 2010
Saturdays, 10:00 am-11:30 am
Peter Kirk Community Center (352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland 98033)
Dancers and persons with Parkinson’s both need to stretch and strengthen their bodies, use eyes, ears and touch to control movement, think about how they move and constantly work on balance. Seattle-based instructors will teach ongoing dance classes for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers (modeled from Mark Morris Dance Group in Brooklyn, NY). Register online at www.evergreenhealthcare.org/classes or call the Evergreen Healthline at 425-899-3000, Monday - Friday, 7:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
DANCE This Summer Training Intensive (Ages 13-22; Pre-registration required)
June 22 - July 2, 2010
Pacific Northwest Ballet, The Phelps Center (Seattle Center)
The DANCE This Summer Training Intensive is an opportunity for young dancers (ages 13-21) at all levels to immerse themselves in dance over the course of two weeks. Students will be exposed to a wide range of dance styles and techniques in a supportive, yet challenging atmosphere. Instruction includes ballet, modern, jazz, Afro-Latin, African, hip-hop and special workshops. Registration begins FALL 2009. For more information, email Education.
July 2010
DANCE This Performances
Youth Matinee ($5; Open to youth community groups; Reservations required)
July 9, 2010, 1:00 pm
The Paramount Theatre
For more information or to reserve tickets for your youth community group for the matinee, please email Student Programs.Public Performance
July 10, 2010, 7:30 pm (more info)
The Paramount Theatre
DANCE This brings together teen performers from diverse communities for collaboration and to share their culture through the art of dance. The performance features young local dancers in collaboration with professional artists performing cross cultural dances—both traditionally rooted and contemporary in form. Full 2009 line-up forthcoming. To purchase tickets to the public performance, click here.
August 2010
DANCE This Camp @ Centrum
August 8-14, 2010
Centrum in Port Townsend, WA
Open to high school students, DANCE This Camp @ Centrum is an opportunity for young dancers at all levels to study dance for one week in beautiful Port Townsend, WA. Styles include ballet, modern, jazz, hip hop, social and African dance. Please note: this is a residential program/camp. Registration begins FALL 2009. For more information, email Education.
September 2010
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October 2010
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November 2010
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December 2010
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January 2011
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Ongoing Programs:
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