Title: National Dance Day with KU Studios, Home of Kids Unlimited
Location: KU Studios, Home of Kids Unlimited
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Description: There has been a call to make July 31st National Dance Day. National Dance Day is intended to be a grassroots initiative created by Nigel Lythgoe, “So You Think You Can Dance” executive producer and judge, to encourage the nation, young and old, to move. “Dance is one of our greatest mediums of expression and storytelling which, through shows like ‘So You Think You Can Dance,’ has proven its value in bringing individuals from all walks of life together through a positive platform that has no boundaries and cultivates imagination and passion,” says Lythgoe, National Dance Day founder and promoter. “Most importantly, the day is intended to promote health and wellness.”

KU Studios is jumping on the “get moving” bandwagon and would like you, your friends, and family to join us. On July 31st we will be opening our studio to the community to come in and try dance, performance, and general wellness classes for free.

In addition to their standard classes, KU Studios has also invited some amazing people and groups to join in on the festivities. Do not miss out on the fun and try:

Yoga with Arizona Power Yoga
Hawaiian hula with Susan Marshall
Intermediate dance with Tanya Fisher, formerly with Gotta Dance
Acting with James Gooden of Live Theatre Workshop, Comedy Playhouse, Top Hat, and Gaslight Theatre notoriety

KU is also hosting an improv dance hour starting at noon which will give one and all a chance to get up and get their groove on!!

Whether you have just been too shy to get started earlier or never found the time, KU Studios would like this to be the day when anyone and everyone can have an excuse to move that body! Celebrate the day, promote health and wellness through movement and involvement be it dance, pilates, yoga, or just good old fashioned exercise, and be sure to get your groove on. Will you join us?

The event is free. Please do not hesitate to contact us at 520.293.1225 or moc.loanull@esabsdikuk if you should have any questions or concerns. www.kustars.com

Start Time: 10:00
Date: 2010-07-31
End Time: 16:00

Title: Arizona Dance Festival 2010
Location: Tempe Center for the Arts – Studio, 700 West Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ
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Description: Arizona Dance Festival 2009
Tempe Center for the Arts – Studio
700 West Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ

October 7-9, 2010 (7:30pm)

Desert Dance Theatre: 480-962-4584 or www.DesertDanceTheatre.org

TCA Box Office: 480-350-2822 or www.tempe.gov/tca
Cost: $18 Adult, $15 Senior, $13 Student, $25 for 2 nights, $30 for 3 nights, $12 Group of 10 or more (Plus box office fees)
VIP Deals – $10 Friends of Desert Dance Theatre (DDT), Arizona Dance Coalition (ADC), Plus box office fees

Desert Dance Theatre presents this annual event that showcases various dance artists, including: emerging artists as well as professionals from all genres and styles of dance. Each evening will feature different dance artists and groups from around Arizona and out of state. Master Dance Classes will be offered to the dance community by ADF participants. Schedule TBA.

Start Date: 2010-10-07
End Date: 2010-10-09

Title: ASU Gammage Season Preview
Location: ASU Gammage, 1200 South Forest Avenue, Tempe
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Description: ASU Gammage Season Preview Event
August 2, 2010
6:00pm-8:00pm
RSVP by August 1st to moc.egammagusanull@pvsr or 480-965-5062

It’s a FREE event and we’ll have live performances from BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL and SHREK THE MUSICAL – plus free food from La Bocca Pizzeria & Wine Bar!…and a chance to win prizes!
Date: 2010-08-02

Viver Brasil (Photo by Jorge Vismara)

Title: Viver Brasil
Location: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 East Second Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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Description: Viver Brasil
October 29, 2010, Friday @ 8 p.m.
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Virginia G. Piper Theater
Tickets: $34, $44

The award-winning Viver Brasil dance company is rooted in the traditional and contemporary forms and techniques of Salvador, the capitol of Bahia, Brazil, with its strong cultural ties to West Africa. Its innovative stage presentations explore Brazil’s racial, social and political history and are living extensions of the history of Afro-Brazilian dance on stage. Viver Brasil’s rousing Feet on the Ground takes audiences on an inspiring cultural journey through Brazil, with a dazzling program of African orixás (deities), ceremonial celebrations, the Brazilian martial arts dance of capoeira and carnaval.

Presented by Franca Orrefice

MEDIA CONTACT: Bill Thompson | (480) 874-4626 | gro.straccsnull@tllib
BOX OFFICE & TICKETS: (480) 994-ARTS (2787)
Date: October 29, 2010

Title: Scorpius Dance Theatre AUDITIONS
Location: Metropolitan Arts Institute, 1700 North 7th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85007
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Description: AUDITION NOTICE

July 14
7:00pm-9:00pm

Metro Arts Dance Space
1700 North 7th Avenue Phoenix

LOOKING FOR
•Males and Females (18 and up)
•Must have strong technique and performance skills
•Head shot and resume required at audition

AUDITION WILL CONSIST OF

Modern Class + Choreography

PLEASE E-MAIL LISA STARRY (lisa@scorpiusdance.com) to confirm attendance.

Dancers must commit to Monday/Wednesday rehearsals and all booked events. Scorpius does not offer performer contracts at this time — PERFORMANCE PAY ONLY.
Date: 2010-07-14

Photo by Harrison Hurwitz

Title: Dance Theater West presents Wintery Fairy Tales
Location: Herberger Theater Center, 222 East Monroe, Phoenix
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Description: Featuring School of Ballet AZ & AZ School of Classical Ballet in Winter Fairy Tales

Herberger Theater

November 21
Date: 2010-11-21

Photo by Harrison Hurwitz

Title: Dance Theater West’s Storybook Ballet & Free Arts of AZ
Location: Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 East Second Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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Description: Dance Theater West Storybook Ballet will Collaborate in performances with Free Arts of AZ

September 19 at 1 PM

Scottsdale Center for the Arts

Admission Free
Date: 2010-09-19

Photo by Harrison Hurwitz

Title: Dance Theater West Classes Begin
Location: Dance Theater West, 3925 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix
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Description: Dance Theater West Classes begin September 7

Go to dancetheaterwest.com for schedule, registration form and all information.

Register Now!

Date: 2010-09-07

Title: ASU Herberger Institute School of Dance 2011 Dance Annual: So you think you know dance?
Location: ASU Herberger Institute School of Dance, Margaret Gisolo Dance Studio, Physical Education Building East(PEBE) 132
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Description: A startling collection of some of the most engaging and exhilarating projects made and produced throughout the year by students, faculty, and guest artists in the Herberger Institute School of Dance. The program features new works for the stage, site-specific locations, on film and in mixed-media, and provides the audience with a fascinating insight into the future of dance, an art form in evolution.
Cost: $8-$21
Apr 15, 2011
Friday
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Apr 16, 2011
Saturday
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Apr 17, 2011
Sunday
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Start Date: 2011-04-15
End Date: 2011-04-17

Title: ASU Herberger Institute School of Dance Graduate Project Presentations
Location: ASU Herberger Institute School of Dance, Margaret Gisolo Dance Studio, Physical Education Building East(PEBE) 132
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Description: A self-produced presentation by graduate students in the School of Dance.
Cost: Free

Mar 30, 2011 – Mar 31, 2011
Wednesday – Thursday
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Start Date: 2011-03-30
End Date: 2011-03-31