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SUMMARY:Jacob Jonas' Sun and Spine | A Conversation on Health\, Nature\, and the Body (Scottsdale)
DESCRIPTION:Reflect on the body as a landscape for healing\, movement as a practice of connection to self.\nOffsite: Music Pavilion at Taliesin West 12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd\, Scottsdale\, AZ 85259 \nThe spine connects the body. The sun sustains life. Together they anchor this conversation at the intersection of health\, culture\, and nature. Guided by themes in Jacob Jonas The Company’s Nature Sounds While the IV Drips\, this is the second part in a trilogy titled Keeping Score\, shaped by Bessel van der Kolk’s book The Body Keeps the Score and choreographer Jacob Jonas’s first work post-cancer. This panel gathers health practitioners and cultural leaders to Taliesin West to reflect on the body as a landscape for healing and on movement and art as a practice of connection to both self and environment. \n\n\n \n  \nSun and Spine is presented as part of Jacob Jonas The Company’s residency with Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and in collaboration with Taliesin West. \nScottsdale Arts is the only authorized ticket-seller for this event. \n\n 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/jacob-jonas-sun-and-spine-a-conversation-on-health-nature-and-the-body/
LOCATION:Taliesin West Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation\, 12621 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85259\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Health & Movement,Lecture/Presentation,Panel Discussion
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SUMMARY:Sedona Choreography Retreat
DESCRIPTION:PRESS KIT\n\n\nJune 11-13 and 16-20\n2025 \n\n\n\n\nAnnouncing the Inaugural Sedona Choreography Retreat!\nPremiere Works by Nayon Iovino\, Christel Veraart & LaTasha Barnes – Featured Works by George Balanchine\, Robert Bondara & Natasha Adorlee \n\n\nBuy Tickets\n\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable week of transformation\, creativity\, and artistic exploration at the very first Sedona Choreography Retreat! Presented by Sedona Ballet in collaboration with Ballet Arizona\, this immersive event invites both artists and audiences to experience the full journey of dance-making—from the first flicker of inspiration to the final performance on stage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe retreat culminates in a final performance on June 20\, featuring an exciting lineup of new and celebrated works. \nNayon Iovino\, Ballet Arizona’s Choreographer in Residence\, will premiere Santa Fe and Esmeralda\, a dynamic new collaboration with composer\, author\, and filmmaker Christel Veraart. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re also honored to present an excerpt from George Balanchine’s iconic Serenade\, performed with permission from the prestigious Balanchine Foundation. \nAcclaimed dancer\, choreographer\, and scholar LaTasha Barnes will debut Flow State\, a centerpiece of her larger Flow State Project\, a groundbreaking interdisciplinary work that translates movement into data and transforms that data into immersive soundscapes. \nEmmy Award-winning choreographer\, filmmaker\, composer\, and educator Natasha Adorlee will present her Vastwave with dancers from Ballet Arizona’s Studio Company. \nRounding out the evening is Polish choreographer Robert Bondara’s powerful duet Take Me With You\, set to the music of Radiohead. \nA featured highlight of the retreat is Conversations with Nathan\, a public series hosted by long-time Sedona resident Nathan Quinn Jenkins. These engaging talks offer a rare look into the creative heartbeat of live performance. Through candid\, behind-the-scenes conversations\, Q will explore the many dimensions of artistic production—from choreography and collaboration to music\, visual arts\, fundraising\, and grant writing. \nAll events take place at the Sedona Performing Arts Center (995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd\, Sedona\, AZ)\, where conversations\, performances\, and artist encounters will inspire and ignite. \nDon’t miss this groundbreaking celebration of dance\, music\, and storytelling—set in the heart of Sedona’s stunning red rock landscape. Be part of something truly extraordinary! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Choreography Retreat is made possible through the generous support of our grantors and donors. We extend our deepest gratitude to the Arizona Community Foundation as our primary grantor\, along with the Arizona Commission on the Arts for their invaluable support. \nA special thank you to our lead donor\, Mary Byrd\, whose extraordinary generosity made it possible to sponsor our Artistic Director\, Nayon Iovino. We are also deeply grateful to Winifred Muench and Chuck Marr for their meaningful contributions and shared commitment to elevating the arts in our community. \nTheir collective vision and support ensure the success and sustainability of our mission to celebrate artistic excellence and innovation. \n\n\nDonate
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/sedona-choreography-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Sedona Performing Arts Center\, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballet,Ballet,Classes,Dance Performance,Jazz Dance,Lecture/Presentation,Modern Contemporary,Open Rehearsal,Panel Discussion
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SUMMARY:Sedona Choreography Retreat
DESCRIPTION:PRESS KIT\n\n\nJune 11-13 and 16-20\n2025 \n\n\n\n\nAnnouncing the Inaugural Sedona Choreography Retreat!\nPremiere Works by Nayon Iovino\, Christel Veraart & LaTasha Barnes – Featured Works by George Balanchine\, Robert Bondara & Natasha Adorlee \n\n\nBuy Tickets\n\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable week of transformation\, creativity\, and artistic exploration at the very first Sedona Choreography Retreat! Presented by Sedona Ballet in collaboration with Ballet Arizona\, this immersive event invites both artists and audiences to experience the full journey of dance-making—from the first flicker of inspiration to the final performance on stage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe retreat culminates in a final performance on June 20\, featuring an exciting lineup of new and celebrated works. \nNayon Iovino\, Ballet Arizona’s Choreographer in Residence\, will premiere Santa Fe and Esmeralda\, a dynamic new collaboration with composer\, author\, and filmmaker Christel Veraart. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re also honored to present an excerpt from George Balanchine’s iconic Serenade\, performed with permission from the prestigious Balanchine Foundation. \nAcclaimed dancer\, choreographer\, and scholar LaTasha Barnes will debut Flow State\, a centerpiece of her larger Flow State Project\, a groundbreaking interdisciplinary work that translates movement into data and transforms that data into immersive soundscapes. \nEmmy Award-winning choreographer\, filmmaker\, composer\, and educator Natasha Adorlee will present her Vastwave with dancers from Ballet Arizona’s Studio Company. \nRounding out the evening is Polish choreographer Robert Bondara’s powerful duet Take Me With You\, set to the music of Radiohead. \nA featured highlight of the retreat is Conversations with Nathan\, a public series hosted by long-time Sedona resident Nathan Quinn Jenkins. These engaging talks offer a rare look into the creative heartbeat of live performance. Through candid\, behind-the-scenes conversations\, Q will explore the many dimensions of artistic production—from choreography and collaboration to music\, visual arts\, fundraising\, and grant writing. \nAll events take place at the Sedona Performing Arts Center (995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd\, Sedona\, AZ)\, where conversations\, performances\, and artist encounters will inspire and ignite. \nDon’t miss this groundbreaking celebration of dance\, music\, and storytelling—set in the heart of Sedona’s stunning red rock landscape. Be part of something truly extraordinary! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Choreography Retreat is made possible through the generous support of our grantors and donors. We extend our deepest gratitude to the Arizona Community Foundation as our primary grantor\, along with the Arizona Commission on the Arts for their invaluable support. \nA special thank you to our lead donor\, Mary Byrd\, whose extraordinary generosity made it possible to sponsor our Artistic Director\, Nayon Iovino. We are also deeply grateful to Winifred Muench and Chuck Marr for their meaningful contributions and shared commitment to elevating the arts in our community. \nTheir collective vision and support ensure the success and sustainability of our mission to celebrate artistic excellence and innovation. \n\n\nDonate
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/sedona-choreography-retreat/
LOCATION:Sedona Performing Arts Center\, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballet,Ballet,Classes,Dance Performance,Jazz Dance,Lecture/Presentation,Modern Contemporary,Open Rehearsal,Panel Discussion
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SUMMARY:ADC ANNUAL MEETING 2025 (Phoenix)
DESCRIPTION:2025 ADC Annual Meeting\nGET CONNECTED! \nYou are invited to the Arizona Dance Coalition’s Annual Member Meeting.  \nJoin us in an inspirational\, informative and fun afternoon!  \nLearn some new and helpful tips that will help you and your organization’s professional development and growth. Be prepared to move your body during the Flamenco/Spanish Dance Class.  \nThere will be drawings for free prizes and gifts throughout the afternoon! \nEvent Info  \nIn-Person and Virtual via Zoom \nDate: Sunday\, February 2\, 2025 at 12:00pm-5:00pm \nLocation: BALLET ARIZONA\, 2835 E Washington Street\, Phoenix\, AZ 85034 \nCost: FREE to ADC Members (in good standing); $10 Non-members (This fee can go towards ADC membership\, if you decide to join before the end of February.) \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED – Please fill out and submit this registration form to reserve your spot. \nRegistration Link: https://forms.gle/XhMHGyyrp9uogpSv5\nPlease register by 5:00pm on Friday\, January 31\, 2025. But…walk up attendees will not be turned away. \nFor Virtual Attendees – Zoom Link will be emailed at least one hour prior to event. \nATTEND THIS EVENT AND JOIN AS A NEW MEMBER TO RECEIVE A FREE $5 STARBUCKS GIFT CARD. https://www.azdancecoalition.org/join/ \n  \nSCHEDULE (Subject to Change) \n12:00pm-12:30pm Check-in / Registration / Mix & Mingle Reception with light refreshments \n12:30pm Welcome & Overview – Lisa R. Chow\, ADC Board President \n12:45-1:30pm State of the Field: Arizona’s Arts and Culture Sector – Christina You-sun Park\, Executive Director\, Arizona Commission on the Arts \n1:30pm-1:50pm What is Artlink? – Leslie Criger\, Articipant Liason of Artlink\, Inc \n1:50pm-2:20pm Fundraising Greatest Hits – Jami Kozemczak\, Executive Director\, Arizona Ballet \n2:20pm-2:40pm HOMEGROWN AZ Choreographer Showcase 2026 – Diandra Adamczyk\, Programming Manager\, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts \n2:40pm-3:30pm Learn About BlakTinx Dance Festival – Liliana Gomez\, Choreographer\, Producer of BlakTinx Dance Festival Phoenix\n \n3:40pm-4:45pm Origins of Flamenco and Spanish Dance – “Lolita” Elizabeth Zuniga-Blore\, Artistic Director and Co-choreographer\, Hoorvash Dance Company (Recommended – Bring character shoes and skirt for movement class.) \n4:45pm-5:00pm Wrap Up  \nSPECIAL THANKS TO BALLET ARIZONA FOR HOSTING THIS EVENT! \nFor more info contact: gro.noitilaoCecnaDzAnull@asiL or text 602-740-9616. \n  \nMeet Our Guest Presenters\nChristina You-sun Park\, Executive Director\, Arizona Commission on the Arts \n\n\n\nBio: Christina You-sun Park is Executive Director of the Arizona Commission on the Arts\, the state arts agency of Arizona. Park is a seasoned leader with a diverse background in arts administration\, equitable creative placemaking\, grantmaking\, and cultural research. Previously she had served as the Associate Director at the Studio for Creativity\, Place\, and Equitable Communities at Arizona State University\, working on programs and research that highlight the pivotal role of arts and culture in community wellbeing and development. Park has taught at Arizona State University and Phoenix College\, and has spearheaded several leadership\, workforce\, and artist professional development initiatives. \nBeyond her administrative endeavors\, Park is also a practicing artist\, having contributed to groups such as the Eyelounge Artists Collective\, Salem Art Works\, and Franconia Sculpture Park. Holding a Master of Fine Arts from Arizona State University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Virginia Commonwealth University\, Park is deeply committed to promoting equity and the transformative power of art and culture to inspire dialogue and drive positive change. \nPresentation: State of the Field: Arizona’s Arts and Culture Sector  \nDirector Park will present on the current State of the Field\, with a focus on key trends and developments on both the federal and state level. In addition\, Park will also discuss the economic impact of the arts sector in Arizona and provide an overview of the grants available through the Arizona Commission on the Arts. \n__________________________________________________ \n\n\n\nLeslie Criger\, Articipant Liason\, Artlink \n\n\n\nBio: Leslie Criger has been an active part of the Arizona Arts and Culture community for over 40 years. She is speaking as the Articipant Liaison of Artlink Inc\, a 501(c)3 Nonprofit organization founded by artists in 1989\, the Artlink name is a guiding principle for the organization\, as it supports stakeholders of the arts and culture community\, amplifying its collective strength. For more information about Artlink\, please visit artlinkphx.org. Connect socially with Artlink on Facebook\, Instagram and YouTube. \nPresentation: What is Artlink? \nLeslie will give an overview of Artlink\, Art Detour and walkthrough of Artinerary.com with details about ArtistsAz. She will provide a handout with links to the sites and offer an opportunity to answer any questions at the end. \n\n\n\n__________________________________________________ \nJami Kozemczak\, Executive Director\, Ballet Arizona \n\n\n\nBio: Jami Kozemczak was appointed Executive Director for Ballet Arizona in May 2022\, after having served as the Director of Development since 2015. Kozemczak works to advance the organization through a people-centered leadership model that focuses on building culture\, expanding programs\, and increasing revenue generation. During her tenure\, the organization has successfully implemented a culture of philanthropy that permeates throughout the organization. She has secured more than $44 million in contributed revenue during her time at Ballet Arizona\, and increased earned revenue by 29% in her first year as Executive Director. \nKozemczak has 14 years of experience in arts non-profit management includes fundraising\, public relations\, communications\, donor relations\, and marketing. Beginning her career as a marketing professional\, she quickly transitioned to fundraising after discovering her true vocation was connecting donors to their passion. Jami holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Arizona State University. Jami’s volunteer work centers on mentorship; she has served on the AFP Professional Mentoring Program Committee for the past 6 years and has a passion for helping individuals invest in themselves and their future. \n\n\n\n\nPresentation: Fundraising Greatest Hits \nJami will share stories of impact and engagement that will illustrate creative ways to build relationships with your audiences and donor base to grow your organization. \n__________________________________________________ \n\n\n\n\n\nDiandra Adamczyk\, Programing Manager\, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts \n\n\n\n\nBio: Diandra Adamczyk is an interdisciplinary artist questioning contemporary methods of performance and play within art. As an artist and organizer of public programs\, her practice is situated in research\, collaboration\, and a multifaceted approach to making. \nProudly working in Phoenix\, Arizona\, Adamczyk holds a BFA degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Adamczyk is a board member of [nueBOX]\, a nonprofit providing residencies and community support for performance artists\, as well as the Programming Manager of Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. As a performance presenter\, Adamczyk is committed to elevating cultural perspectives\, equitable practices and accessibility in the arts. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresentation: HOMEGROWN AZ Choreographer Showcase\, 2026 \nDiandra will share info about a future project in its planning stages. \n__________________________________________________ \nLiliana Gomez\, Choreographer\, Producer\, BlakTinx Dance Festival Phoenix \nBio: Liliana Gomez is a Phoenix-based artist passionate about creating inclusive and equitable spaces through dance. She has choreographed site-specific works for various public spaces and collaborated with local companies\, schools\, and universities. As the Managing Director of the BlakTinx Dance Festival\, now in its 7th year\, Liliana produces an annual event celebrating Black and Latinx choreographers. She also teaches a weekly dance class\, served on the Artlink Artists Council\, and actively participates in local arts initiatives. \nLiliana’s commitment to the arts has earned her accolades such as the 2015 Phoenix Mayor’s Arts Award and recognition as one of PHX Magazine’s “40 Under 40.” She has participated in Jacob’s Pillow’s National Presenters Forum\, was a 2021 National Latinos Arts and Culture Institute fellow\, and presented her work at Cornell University. Liliana is also the recipient of the City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture’s “Artists-to-Work” grant\, supporting her continued growth as an artist. \nPresentation: Learn About BlakTinx Dance Festival  \nJoin Liliana Gomez\, Managing Director of BlakTinx Dance Festival in Phoenix and a member of Latina Dance Project\, the nonprofit that produces the festival. BlakTinx Dance Festival celebrates the work of Black and Latine choreographers in Arizona while also featuring guest artists from California\, where the festival first began. The festival brings together both established and emerging artists\, creating a space for them to share their work. Discover what makes BlakTinx more than just a performance—it’s a dance concert\, a series of dance classes\, a Q&A session\, and a vibrant community gathering\, Café y Conchas! Learn how the festival started and how it’s organized. The presentation will also highlight past BlakTinx presenters who have graced Phoenix stages\, L. Alexander Patrick-Rolando and Steven Redondo\, who will share how the festival has shaped their work and careers. The session will conclude with a brief Q&A\, offering insights into the festival’s impact. \n__________________________________________________ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Lolita” Elizabeth Zuniga-Blore\, Artistic Director and Co-Choreographer\, Hoorvash Dance Company \nBio: “Lolita” Elizabeth Zuniga-Blore is a native Texan. She began her training as a young girl in San Antonio where she studied and performed Mexican Folklorico\, Spanish classical dance\, flamenco\, ballet\, jazz and other progressive dance forms. \nShe performed with a variety of dance groups which paved the way for her to be the lead dancer and eventually the choreographer for internationally acclaimed celebrity and performer\, “Charo.” Elizabeth performed on television as well as shows in Las Vegas\, Reno\, Atlantic City\, Hawaii and on luxury cruise lines. \nElizabeth studied with José Molina\, La Chiqui\, Timo Lozano\, Susanna Di Palma and Matilda Coral\, among many others. While living in Minnesota\, she was a member of Susanna Di Palma’s company\, Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theater\, and was part o the studio’s teaching staff. She lectured and demonstrated dance forms for the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra Cultural Partners program an the Young Audiences of Minnesota series. She also received a grant rom the Jerome Foundation. During this period\, Elizabeth was honored to be featured as a classical Spanish dancer in a special solo performance with the Minnesota Symphony Orchestra. She  additionally performed as a dancer in the opera Carmen. \nSince moving to Arizona\, Elizabeth has performed with various groups and has taught or the Maricopa Community Colleges\, School of Ballet Arizona\, and Arizona School for the Arts. She has also taught numerous workshops and classes at dance studios. \nElizabeth currently serves as the Artistic Director\, co-choreographer and collaborator with Heidi Javaheri Lisherness’ Hoorvash Dance Company. \nPresentation: Origins of Flamenco and Spanish Dance \nLearn and experience the influence of other country’s stylization of Flamenco and Spanish Dance. Recommended attire for movement class: Character shoes and wide flowy skirt \n 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/adc-annual-meeting-2025-phoenix/
LOCATION:Ballet Arizona\, 2835 E. Washington Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,Community Event,Conference,Contemporary,Contemporary / Modern,Flamenco,Flamenco,Flamenco Dance,Lecture,Lecture/Presentation,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Ballet Arizona - Frida Studio Spotlight (Phoenix)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Studio Spotlight! \nYou’re invited to an intimate rehearsal featuring our Artistic staff and Ballet Arizona dancers. Step inside the studio at Dorrance Theatre and experience a behind-the-scenes look at each upcoming production. Each one-hour gathering includes time for a Q&A discussion. \nFrida | January 31st at 7pm \nDorrance Theatre \n  \n \nStudio Spotlight
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/ballet-arizona-frida-studio-spotlight-phoenix/
LOCATION:Dorrance Theatre at Ballet Arizona\, 2835 East Washington Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Presentation,Panel Discussion,Panel Discussion,Preview Rehearsal
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SUMMARY:Ballet Arizona - Frida's Journey from Mexican Artist to Global Icon Lecture (Phoenix)
DESCRIPTION:Community Presentation:\nFrida’s Journey from Mexican Artist to Global Icon\nJoin Ballet Arizona for a lecture delivered by special guest speaker Dr. Mathew Sandoval who will be exploring the life and legacy of Frida Kahlo! \nDr. Mathew Sandoval\, award-winning scholar and ASU professor\, will take you on a fascinating journey through Frida’s transformation—from a little-known Mexican painter to a global symbol of resilience\, creativity\, and cultural revolution. Learn about her art\, her ties to the Mexican Renaissance\, and the phenomenon of “Fridamania” that continues to captivate the world. \nWhen: Wednesday\, January 22nd\, 11am-12pm \nWhere: Ballet Arizona – 2835 E. Washington St. Phoenix\, AZ 85034 \nReserve your spot today and celebrate the enduring spirit of Frida Kahlo! \nSponsored by: Fredrick C. Corey and Germain P. Planchais \nRSVP HERE
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/ballet-arizona-presents-fridas-journey-from-mexican-artist-to-global-icon-lecture-phoenix/
LOCATION:Ballet Arizona\, 2835 E. Washington Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Lecture/Presentation
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SUMMARY:Ballet Arizona's Community Lecture Series (Metro Phoenix)
DESCRIPTION:COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | Learn more about ballet with Ballet Arizona at local libraries!\nJoin us as we explore fascinating topics like the history of ballet\, notable figures who shaped the art\, revolutionary dancers of Harlem\, and much more. Whether you’re curious about the tutu and pointe shoe or the changemakers who brought diversity to ballet\, these engaging lectures have something for everyone!Visit https://bit.ly/3CnJ3eS for the full schedule and get all the dates and times for each session!#balletarizona #communityengagement#PhoenizAz \nCatch us at your local library!\nNovember 12th\, 2024 | 4pm at Agave Library – The Five Moons – “The Five Moons” features five illustrious Native American ballet dancers\, Maria Tallchief\, Marjorie Tallchief\, Moscelyne Larkin\, Rosella Hightower\, and Yvonne Chouteau. These five dancers bring their exceptional artistry and heritage to the stage\, celebrating their cultural roots and pioneering contributions to ballet. \nNovember 13th\, 2024 | 4pm at Desert Broom Library – Changemakers: Dancers Who Led Diversity in Ballet – Embark on a journey to uncover the pioneering dancers who have championed diversity in the dance world as we know it today. Experience their remarkable performances through video excerpts and delve into the groundbreaking history of these extraordinary artists. \nNovember 14th\, 2024 | 1pm at Juniper Library – Ballet’s Most Influential Figures – Discover the trailblazers of ballet\, spanning from King Louis XIV to Natalia Makarova. This lecture illuminates the enduring legacies of the influential icons who shaped the art of ballet. \nNovember 15th\, 2024 | 2pm at Saguaro Library – The Five Moons – “The Five Moons” features five illustrious Native American ballet dancers\, Maria Tallchief\, Marjorie Tallchief\, Moscelyne Larkin\, Rosella Hightower\, and Yvonne Chouteau. These five dancers bring their exceptional artistry and heritage to the stage\, celebrating their cultural roots and pioneering contributions to ballet. \nNovember 15th\, 2024 | 3pm at Century Library – Changemakers: Dancers Who Led Diversity in Ballet – Embark on a journey to uncover the pioneering dancers who have championed diversity in the dance world as we know it today. Experience their remarkable performances through video excerpts and delve into the groundbreaking history of these extraordinary artists. \nNovember 18th\, 2024 | 3:30pm at Burton Barr Library – The Revolutionary Dancers of Harlem – Come discover the revolutionary history of Dance Theatre of Harlem. Learn about the dancers who paved the way for the astonishing legacy we know today. Lydia Abarca\, Gayle McKinney-Griffith\, Sheila Rohan\, Marcia Sells\, and Karlya Shelton\, also known as the Swans of Harlem\, have helped shape this groundbreaking ballet company. Renowned for its diverse repertoire and inclusive approach\, Dance Theatre of Harlem is celebrated for blending classical ballet with African-American cultural influences. \nNovember 19th\, 2024 | 4pm at Desert Sage Library – The Tutu and Pointe Shoe – Explore the evolution of ballet costuming\, from the romantic era’s flowing tutus to today’s sleek\, high-performance designs. Witness the transformation of pointe shoes\, crafted for durability and artistry. This journey highlights how innovations in ballet attire have enhanced dancers’ grace\, strength\, and expressive power on stage. \nNovember 26th\, 2024 | 4pm at Mesquite Library – Contemporary Ballet – Explore the evolution of ballet from its classical origins to the vibrant present-day art form of contemporary ballet. Witness how this fusion of classical ballet and modern dance has seamlessly blended two contrasting styles into a singular\, distinctive expression of movement. \nDecember 5th\, 2024 | 11am at Ironwood Library – Changemakers: Dancers Who Led Diversity in Ballet – Embark on a journey to uncover the pioneering dancers who have championed diversity in the dance world as we know it today. Experience their remarkable performances through video excerpts and delve into the groundbreaking history of these extraordinary artists. \nRSVP HERE \nFor more information or to make a request\, please email gro.zatellabnull@noitacudezab.Please note that not all requests received will be granted.  In certain cases\, fees and event charges may apply.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/ballet-arizonas-community-lecture-series/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Lecture,Lecture/Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240905T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240905T203000
DTSTAMP:20260701T062315
CREATED:20240812T210131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T183034Z
UID:25460-1725561000-1725568200@www.azdancecoalition.org
SUMMARY:Choreographing Your Dance Career - Book Event! (Phoenix)
DESCRIPTION:Book Event & Dance Community Conversation \nAward-winning dance artist and educator Janaea Rose Lyn presents her new book Choreographing Your Dance Career\, a resource and companion for dancers\, choreographers\, directors\, and educators. In conversation with Mary Anne Fernandez Herding\, Founder and Director of Movement Source Dance Company; Carlos Montúfar \, Founder and Executive Director Phoenix World Arts Collective\, and Zarina Mendoza\, Founder of Tranze Danza Contemporánea. \nChanging Hands Bookstore Phoenix 300 w. Camelback Road\, Phoenix AZ 85013 \n 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/choreographing-your-dance-career-book-event/
LOCATION:Changing Hands Bookstore\, 300 W Camelback Rd\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Lecture/Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240504T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240504T183000
DTSTAMP:20260701T062315
CREATED:20240502T180647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T180713Z
UID:24822-1714811400-1714847400@www.azdancecoalition.org
SUMMARY:AZ Movement and Professional Development in the Arts (Phoenix)
DESCRIPTION:AZ Movement and Professional Development in the Arts \nArizona artists\, tap in! Join us in Phoenix on Saturday\, May 4\, 2024\, for a full day dedicated to elevating your skills in the arts. \nSaturday\, May 4th\, 2024\n9:00 am to 6:30 pm \nCahokia\n707 N 3rd St\, Suite 130\nPhoenix\, AZ 85004 \nREGISTER \nThe Pachanga Collective\, in partnership with the Arizona Commission on the Arts\, is hosting a day of professional development for Arizona creatives. Explore a diverse range of learning opportunities\, from grant writing tips to workshops dedicated to honing your craft in dance\, film\, and DJing. Capture your image with complimentary headshots provided by a professional photographer. Learn more during panel discussions tailored to propel your professional journey forward. \nThe event is free\, but registration is required! To enhance the participant experience\, we’ve set a maximum capacity of 40 people\, so reserve your spot today to guarantee your attendance (and receive the cute gift bag we’ve prepared just for you!) \nEvent Schedule \n8:30 – 9:00 am: Arrival\, breakfast\, welcome \n9:00 – 10:00 am: Grant Making 101 \n10:15 – 11:45 am: Mock grant review panel \n12:00 – 1:00 pm: Grant Manager Panel \n1:00 – 2:00 pm: Lunch \n2:00 – 3:00 pm: Working Artist 101 Panel \n3:15 – 4:15 pm: Workshops \n4:30 – 5:30 pm: Teaching Artist 101 \n5:30 pm: Mixer (open to all) \n\nAZ Movement and Professional Development in the Arts \n \nOrganization/Company: The Pachanga Collective \nWebsite: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTS4ukqPkTLESknk1vEsgwrfu8Fzbpde1J8xY1UWqf43A5YQ/viewform?pli=1 \nLocation: Phoenix\, Arizona \nDeadline: May 4\, 2024 \nHow to Apply: Register at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdTS4ukqPkTLESknk1vEsgwrfu8Fzbpde1J8xY1UWqf43A5YQ/viewform?pli=1
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/az-movement-and-professional-development-in-the-arts/
LOCATION:Cahokia\, 707 N 3rd St\, Suite 130\, Phoenix\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,Community Event,Conference,Lecture/Presentation,Professional Development,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arizona Commission on the Arts":MAILTO:info@azarts.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240413T180000
DTSTAMP:20260701T062315
CREATED:20230801T183522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T113138Z
UID:23456-1713002400-1713031200@www.azdancecoalition.org
SUMMARY:Sol Rhythmz Dance Festival (Tempe)
DESCRIPTION:Sol Rhythmz is the third event of the Sol Motion series within the Arizona State University Dance Department. It focuses on the dance traditions of the Senegambia region and the emergence of the dance forms within the diaspora\, specifically looking at the Caribbean. Participants will take a journey through dances from West Africa to the Caribbean. This day-long event features workshops\, a panel discussion and a social hour. Sol Rhythmz pushes to highlight the dances\, the people\, the culture and traditions practiced and developed from the involuntary and voluntary migrations and immigrations from West Africa to the Caribbean and the Americas. \nRegistration is FREE and open to the public. \nOrganizer: ude.usanull@strebor.alohs \nTickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sol-rhythmz-festival-tickets-869378373117?aff=erelexpmlt \nWebsite: https://asuevents.asu.edu/event/sol-rhythmz-dance-festival \n \n 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/sol-rythmz-arizona-state-university/
LOCATION:ASU Margaret Gisolo Studio Dance Theatre\, Bulldog Hall\, Rm 132\, Phys Ed Bld\, East\, 611 E Orange St\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Caribbean,Caribbean,Caribbean,Classes,Community Event,Conference,Ethnic,Festival,Lecture/Presentation,West African,West African,West African,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="ASU Dance":MAILTO:carolyn.koch@asu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260701T062315
CREATED:20230612T195430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T011957Z
UID:24376-1710676800-1710694800@www.azdancecoalition.org
SUMMARY:Latin Sol Festival (Tempe)
DESCRIPTION:ASU’s Free Latin Dance Festival\nMark your calendar for March 15-17\, 2024 and join us at Arizona State University for an electrifying celebration of Latin dance and culture. This year we will have more guest artists than ever before\, an entirely new Cultural Celebration and a Salsa Museum Pop Up designed by our Latin Sol Committee. \nGet ready to learn the rhythms of salsa\, bachata\, hip-hop and more. With renowned guest artists\, exhilarating workshops\, mesmerizing performances and unforgettable socials\, the Latin Sol Festival is your ticket to an immersive Latin dance experience. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a curious beginner\, this event promises to ignite your passion for Latin dance. Don’t miss out – secure your spot today and be part of this vibrant\, dynamic and culturally-rich celebration! \nFounded in 2017 as a part of ASU School of Music\, Dance and Theatre’s Sol Motion project\, the festival is a three-day event composed of social and performance dance workshops\, lectures by visiting guest artists\, evening social dancing\, dance performances and more at various locations on the Tempe campus. \nLatin Sol encourages exposure to learning by bringing guest artists from out of state who provide varied teaching perspectives and encourage crossover interactions between multiple dance communities. \nHosted by the ASU Salsa Club\, Latin Sol is primarily by ASU students and alumni for the students and alumni. Although designed primarily with the ASU community in mind\, Latin Sol also welcomes and cherishes participation by outside members of the dance community. The event bridges these communities and encourages a unification of all dance lovers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStay in touch with the event through our instagram! @latinsolfestival \nIf you are interested in volunteering for this event\, please fill out this form! We’d love to welcome you to the familia. https://forms.gle/ULsaUCvWPzbSg8kT8 \nDates: \nMarch 15-17\, 2024 \nTimes: \nFriday 10:45AM-10:30PM \nSaturday 10AM – 10:30PM \nSunday 12PM – 5PM \nLocations: \nArizona State University \nStudent Pavilion – Senita Ballroom\, 400 E Orange St Tempe\, AZ 85287 \nBulldog Hall – Room 132\, 611 E Orange Street\, Tempe\, AZ 85287 \nNelson Fine Arts Center – Plaza\, 50 E. Gammage Pkwy\, Tempe\, AZ 85287 \n\n\n  \nInstagram: @latinsolfestival \n\nFacebook: @asulatinsolfestival \nContact: moc.liamgnull@lavitseflosnital \n\n(480) 263-2176 \nInfo & Registration: https://www.latinsolfestival.com \n2024 Latin Sol Schedule (Downloadable PDF) \n\n \n\n \n\n 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/latin-sol-festival-tempe-2024-03-17/
LOCATION:ASU Student Pavillion\, 800 E. Orange St.\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,Classes,Community Event,Dance Performance,Ethnic,Festival,Latin Dance,Latin Dance / Salsa,Latin/Salsa,Lecture/Presentation,Salsa/Latin Dance,Social Dance,Social Dance,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="ASU Salsa Club":MAILTO:latinsolfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240316T223000
DTSTAMP:20260701T062315
CREATED:20230612T195430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T011956Z
UID:24375-1710583200-1710628200@www.azdancecoalition.org
SUMMARY:Latin Sol Festival (Tempe)
DESCRIPTION:ASU’s Free Latin Dance Festival\nMark your calendar for March 15-17\, 2024 and join us at Arizona State University for an electrifying celebration of Latin dance and culture. This year we will have more guest artists than ever before\, an entirely new Cultural Celebration and a Salsa Museum Pop Up designed by our Latin Sol Committee. \nGet ready to learn the rhythms of salsa\, bachata\, hip-hop and more. With renowned guest artists\, exhilarating workshops\, mesmerizing performances and unforgettable socials\, the Latin Sol Festival is your ticket to an immersive Latin dance experience. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a curious beginner\, this event promises to ignite your passion for Latin dance. Don’t miss out – secure your spot today and be part of this vibrant\, dynamic and culturally-rich celebration! \nFounded in 2017 as a part of ASU School of Music\, Dance and Theatre’s Sol Motion project\, the festival is a three-day event composed of social and performance dance workshops\, lectures by visiting guest artists\, evening social dancing\, dance performances and more at various locations on the Tempe campus. \nLatin Sol encourages exposure to learning by bringing guest artists from out of state who provide varied teaching perspectives and encourage crossover interactions between multiple dance communities. \nHosted by the ASU Salsa Club\, Latin Sol is primarily by ASU students and alumni for the students and alumni. Although designed primarily with the ASU community in mind\, Latin Sol also welcomes and cherishes participation by outside members of the dance community. The event bridges these communities and encourages a unification of all dance lovers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStay in touch with the event through our instagram! @latinsolfestival \nIf you are interested in volunteering for this event\, please fill out this form! We’d love to welcome you to the familia. https://forms.gle/ULsaUCvWPzbSg8kT8 \nDates: \nMarch 15-17\, 2024 \nTimes: \nFriday 10:45AM-10:30PM \nSaturday 10AM – 10:30PM \nSunday 12PM – 5PM \nLocations: \nArizona State University \nStudent Pavilion – Senita Ballroom\, 400 E Orange St Tempe\, AZ 85287 \nBulldog Hall – Room 132\, 611 E Orange Street\, Tempe\, AZ 85287 \nNelson Fine Arts Center – Plaza\, 50 E. Gammage Pkwy\, Tempe\, AZ 85287 \n\n\n  \nInstagram: @latinsolfestival \n\nFacebook: @asulatinsolfestival \nContact: moc.liamgnull@lavitseflosnital \n\n(480) 263-2176 \nInfo & Registration: https://www.latinsolfestival.com \n2024 Latin Sol Schedule (Downloadable PDF) \n\n \n\n \n\n 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/latin-sol-festival-tempe-2024-03-16/
LOCATION:ASU Student Pavillion\, 800 E. Orange St.\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,Classes,Community Event,Dance Performance,Ethnic,Festival,Latin Dance,Latin Dance / Salsa,Latin/Salsa,Lecture/Presentation,Salsa/Latin Dance,Social Dance,Social Dance,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="ASU Salsa Club":MAILTO:latinsolfestival@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240315T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240315T223000
DTSTAMP:20260701T062315
CREATED:20230612T195430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T011956Z
UID:24253-1710499500-1710541800@www.azdancecoalition.org
SUMMARY:Latin Sol Festival (Tempe)
DESCRIPTION:ASU’s Free Latin Dance Festival\nMark your calendar for March 15-17\, 2024 and join us at Arizona State University for an electrifying celebration of Latin dance and culture. This year we will have more guest artists than ever before\, an entirely new Cultural Celebration and a Salsa Museum Pop Up designed by our Latin Sol Committee. \nGet ready to learn the rhythms of salsa\, bachata\, hip-hop and more. With renowned guest artists\, exhilarating workshops\, mesmerizing performances and unforgettable socials\, the Latin Sol Festival is your ticket to an immersive Latin dance experience. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a curious beginner\, this event promises to ignite your passion for Latin dance. Don’t miss out – secure your spot today and be part of this vibrant\, dynamic and culturally-rich celebration! \nFounded in 2017 as a part of ASU School of Music\, Dance and Theatre’s Sol Motion project\, the festival is a three-day event composed of social and performance dance workshops\, lectures by visiting guest artists\, evening social dancing\, dance performances and more at various locations on the Tempe campus. \nLatin Sol encourages exposure to learning by bringing guest artists from out of state who provide varied teaching perspectives and encourage crossover interactions between multiple dance communities. \nHosted by the ASU Salsa Club\, Latin Sol is primarily by ASU students and alumni for the students and alumni. Although designed primarily with the ASU community in mind\, Latin Sol also welcomes and cherishes participation by outside members of the dance community. The event bridges these communities and encourages a unification of all dance lovers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStay in touch with the event through our instagram! @latinsolfestival \nIf you are interested in volunteering for this event\, please fill out this form! We’d love to welcome you to the familia. https://forms.gle/ULsaUCvWPzbSg8kT8 \nDates: \nMarch 15-17\, 2024 \nTimes: \nFriday 10:45AM-10:30PM \nSaturday 10AM – 10:30PM \nSunday 12PM – 5PM \nLocations: \nArizona State University \nStudent Pavilion – Senita Ballroom\, 400 E Orange St Tempe\, AZ 85287 \nBulldog Hall – Room 132\, 611 E Orange Street\, Tempe\, AZ 85287 \nNelson Fine Arts Center – Plaza\, 50 E. Gammage Pkwy\, Tempe\, AZ 85287 \n\n\n  \nInstagram: @latinsolfestival \n\nFacebook: @asulatinsolfestival \nContact: moc.liamgnull@lavitseflosnital \n\n(480) 263-2176 \nInfo & Registration: https://www.latinsolfestival.com \n2024 Latin Sol Schedule (Downloadable PDF) \n\n \n\n \n\n 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/latin-sol-festival-tempe/
LOCATION:ASU Student Pavillion\, 800 E. Orange St.\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,Classes,Community Event,Dance Performance,Ethnic,Festival,Latin Dance,Latin Dance / Salsa,Latin/Salsa,Lecture/Presentation,Salsa/Latin Dance,Social Dance,Social Dance,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="ASU Salsa Club":MAILTO:latinsolfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240226T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260701T062315
CREATED:20240224T170346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240224T200741Z
UID:24173-1708956000-1708959600@www.azdancecoalition.org
SUMMARY:Dance\, Advocacy & Entrepreneurship | Virtual Talk with Gina Gibney & Gilbert Small II
DESCRIPTION:DANCE\nLECTURES & WORKSHOPS\n\nDance\, Advocacy & Entrepreneurship | Virtual Talk with Gina Gibney & Gilbert Small II\nMonday\, Feb 26\, 2024\, 2 p.m.\nInfo & Pay-What-You-Can: https://scottsdaleperformingarts.org/event/dance-advocacy-entrepreneurship/ \nFacebook Live: https://fb.me/e/1U8a7WUhk \n\n\nAbout the Event\nTune into this virtual event for an engaging talk with Gibney Company’s artistic director\, Gina Gibney\, and company director\, Gilbert T Small II\, on the intersection of dance\, advocacy\, and entrepreneurship. Gibney Company’s model for a 21st-century dance company supports sustainable careers for dancers and healthy working relationships for artists and collaborators. Company members are full-time artistic associates who contribute not only as impeccable performing artists but also as activists and cultural entrepreneurs. The artistic associates advance the quality of the organization’s artistry through performance and deepen its community engagement through Moving Toward Justice Fellowships designed to address social issues and inequities in the dance field.  \nAbout Gina Gibney \nGina Gibney\, a nationally recognized leader and entrepreneur in the field of arts and social justice\, is the founder\, director\, and CEO of Gibney\, a New York City-based arts organization dedicated to dance and social action. With a belief in the vast potential of movement\, creativity\, and performance to effect personal change and social transformation\, Gina Gibney established the Gibney organization in Manhattan in 1991. Today\, Gibney’s presenting and training fellowship and residency programs have served and supported thousands of New York City artists and audiences. Community outreach programs have impacted hundreds of lives\, especially those who have been impacted by domestic violence\, economic inequality\, and workforce development. Gibney Company has grown from a small troupe of dancers presenting Gina Gibney’s choreography into a critically acclaimed internationally touring contemporary dance company\,dedicated to commissioning and presenting today’s most compelling choreographers. Gibney operates two New York City locations—280 Broadway near City Hall and 890 Broadway above Union Square—encompassing 23 studios and five performing spaces that serve as a nexus for a diverse and expansive artistic community.   \nAbout Gilbert T Small II \nOriginally from Baltimore\, Maryland\, Gilbert T Small II’s formal training started at the Baltimore School for the Arts. He received his bachelor of fine arts from SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Dance in 2009. While at Purchase\, he studied abroad at Codarts in Rotterdam\, an opportunity that shifted his perspective\, pushing him to investigate and explore the multifaceted nature of the art form. Small was a leading artist with the internationally acclaimed Ballet British Columbia under the leadership of Emily Molnar. During his 10 years with the company\, he worked with choreographers like William Forsythe\, Crystal Pite\, Medhi Walerski\, Emily Molnar\, and Cayetano Soto. As a senior artist with Ballet BC\, he was asked to take on the role of rehearsal director for the company’s fall 2017 season. Small is a mentor to many emerging artists in the United States and abroad and serves as guest faculty for institutions internationally\, cultivating relationships\, and connections across many demographics and communities.  \n\nDance Series Sponsors  \nBetty Hum and Alan Yudell and Karen and John Voris 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/dance-advocacy-entrepreneurship-virtual-talk-with-gina-gibney-gilbert-small-ii/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, N/A\, N/A\, N/A
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,Community Event,Lecture/Presentation,Professional Development,Virtual,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240107T160000
DTSTAMP:20260701T062315
CREATED:20231227T172610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231229T203116Z
UID:23939-1704628800-1704643200@www.azdancecoalition.org
SUMMARY:ADC Annual Member Meeting (Phoenix)
DESCRIPTION:GET CONNECTED!  \nYou are invited to the Arizona Dance Coalition’s Annual Member Meeting. Join us in an inspirational\, informative and fun afternoon! Bring your dance shoes for the TAP dance and Argentine Tango dance classes! \nEvent Info \nIn-Person and Virtual via Zoom\nDate: Sunday\, January 7\, 2024 at 12:30pm-4:00pm\nLocation: BALLET THEATRE OF PHOENIX\, 6201 N 7th Street\, Phoenix\, AZ 85014\nCost: FREE to ADC Members (in good standing); $10 Non-members\nREGISTRATION REQUIRED – Please fill out and submit this registration form to reserve your spot. \nPlease SHARE the Registration Link: https://forms.gle/d35pEuKJ3CodLPQH7 \nPlease register by 12:00pm on Saturday\, January 6\, 2024.\nFor Virtual Attendees – Zoom Link will be emailed at least one hour prior to event. \nFor more info contact: gro.noitilaoCecnaDzAnull@asiL or text 602-740-9616. \nATTEND THIS EVENT AND JOIN AS A NEW MEMBER TO RECEIVE A FREE $5 GIFT CARD. https://www.azdancecoalition.org/join/ \nSCHEDULE\n12:00pm-12:30pm Check-in / Registration\n12:30pm Mix & Mingle Reception with light refreshments provided\n1:00pm Welcome & Overview of Past Year – Lisa R. Chow\, ADC Board President\n1:15pm Arts and Culture Sector UPDATE – Chris Elliott & Delia Ibañez\, Arizona Commission on the Arts\n1:45pm “My Love Affair with Tap” – Suzy Guarino-Hall\, Tap 24.7\n2:45pm Argentine Tango: Moving Beyond Patterns – Daniela Borgialli\, International Argentine Tango Academy\n3:45pm Wrap Up / What’s Next? / Let’s Get Connected! \nSPECIAL THANKS TO BALLET THEATRE OF PHOENIX FOR HOSTING THIS EVENT! \n_________________________________________________________ \nGUEST PRESENTERS \nChris Elliott & Delia Ibañez\, Arizona Commission on the Arts \nPresentation: Arts and Culture Sector Update\nA brief presentation from Arts Commission staff that will overview what the Arizona Commission on the Arts is\, what it does\, and updates about the Arizona arts and culture sector. Specifically\, the presentation will include discussions about its agency’s programming\, grant programs\, upcoming events\, and the newly released Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 study results.  \nChris Elliott\, a Special Initiatives and Communications Coordinator\, is serving at the Arizona Commission on the Arts as a Public Ally AZ Member for his second year. Originally from New Jersey\, he grew up immersed in a variety of musical activities. In 2019\, he received a B.A. in Sociology and Music\, from Goucher College. In 2022\, he received a M.M. in Music Theatre from Arizona State University. Chris has always had a passion for the arts and performing. Combining that with his interests in sociology and musicology\, he decided to apply his skills and interest to the Arts Administration world. He brings to the Arizona Commission on the Arts experience in community engagement and outreach\, project management\, and communications. Chris’s first year with the Arizona Commission on the Arts had him successfully complete the Arts and Economic Prosperity 6 Study for the state of Arizona. In his spare time\, Chris can be found performing in various musicals throughout the Phoenix area.  \n  \n \nDelia Ibañez is a multidisciplinary artist and administrator working to decenter the self and create worlds inspired by the ancestors – both human and fungal. Delia’s personal body of work\, Process in Place\, has four branches – workbooks\, residencies\, collections\, and workshops – which all intertwine to form networks of inquisitive creative action directly impacted by geographical context. The geographical communities that shape this work are the Northern Neck of Virginia and Metro Phoenix Arizona. Delia is proud to serve to individual artists of the state of Arizona as Artist Programs Coordinator for Arizona Commission on the Arts\, managing the Artist Opportunity Grant and facilitating the Artist Investment Program. \nDelia Ibañez graduated from Arizona State University in 2020 with a BA in Performance and Movement. Since then they have worked steadily in the Dance sector as a teacher\, choreographer\, performer\, and administrator. Delia is currently collaborating with Greybox Collective utilizing their Trauma Informed Creative Practices model. As a member of several national networks\, including Latin Hispanic Dancers United and the Queer Farmer Network\, they offer expertise as a community engagement specialist and freelance program coordinator particularly within latinx and rural communities. Delia Ibañez has been awarded grant funding through NALAC\, City of Phoenix\, Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts\, and Arizona Commission on the Arts. \n_________________________________________________________ \nSuzy Guarino-Hall\, Tap 24.7 \nPresentation: “My Love Affair with Tap”\nEmbark on a journey into the rhythmic realm of tap dancing with me as I delve into my enduring passion for this timeless art. In my presentation\, I will weave a narrative that traces the footsteps of historical tap dance masters who inspired me in my youth\, while also illuminating the evolving depth of my appreciation for the craft. Join me in exploring the legacy I impart to my students and the innovative concepts and creations that will propel the art of tap into a vibrant future. \nPlease participate in Suzy’s tap dance class.  \nSuzy Guarino-Hall\, holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from Loyola University Chicago\, and is the visionary behind the Phoenix-based tap company\, Tap 24.7. In this role\, she has crafted\, produced\, and directed 13 original shows\, captivating audiences not only in Phoenix but also in cities like Detroit\, Seattle\, and San Diego. From the enchanting “Tappy the Elf” to the gripping “Murder at The TAP’Ocho\,” Suzy’s productions showcase her versatility and creativity. \nAs a tap dance choreographer and teacher\, Suzy imparts her expertise through workshops at esteemed events such as Motor City Tap Fest and Phoenix Tap Fest. Her influence extends to dance competitions\, where she serves as show director for AMP Dance Competitions adjudicator for In10sity Dance\, demonstrating her keen eye for talent and artistic expression. \nIn the Phoenix area\, Suzy is a respected figure at The Dance Project\, Take Five Dance Academy\, and LA Dance\, where she choreographs for competition groups\, garnering multiple national awards for her outstanding work. Her students\, under her guidance\, consistently earn national titles\, a testament to her exceptional teaching and choreographic skills. \nCurrently in her ninth year as adjunct faculty for the dance department at Grand Canyon University\, Suzy teaches tap at all levels\, leaving an indelible mark on the next generation of performers. Beyond being a dancer and choreographer\, Suzy Guarino-Hall is a storyteller\, shaping the narrative of tap dance and leaving an enduring legacy in the hearts of those she inspires. \n_________________________________________________________ \n Daniela Borgialli\, International Argentine Tango Academy \nPresentation: Argentine Tango: Moving Beyond Patterns\nThis dance that was birthed during a huge planned immigration in the late 1800’s is alive and well today as a global phenomenon. What makes this dance form so compelling\, not just as a spectator but as a dancer?  \nPlease participate in the dance class: Argentine Tango Connection 101  \nDaniela Borgialli has been teaching performing dancing Argentine Tango for more than 25 years. Once the tango bug bit she went wherever she could for more! She received her MFA in Dance from ASU and taught Tango 1 and Tango 2 at ASU for 10 years. She built the syllabus and curriculum and in 2015 published The Tango Workbook (currently under revision) to accompany students in their Argentine Tango journey. Although a self-proclaimed social dancer\, she trained and competed in over 5 Argentine Tango competitions in the US and in Argentina. In 2012 she and her partner received 2nd place in the US Tango Salon Championship in San Francisco. In 2015 she moved to Europe where she was based in Berlin and taught and performed throughout Europe. In 2016 she received certification from her maestra\, Graciela Gonzalez to teach her methodology. In 2023 she returned to Arizona to found the International Argentine Tango Academy and is happily teaching Tango 1 at ASU again as well as several courses as adjunct faculty at Mesa Community College.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/adc-annual-member-meeting-phoenix/
LOCATION:Ballet Theatre of Phoenix\, 6201 N 7th St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85014
CATEGORIES:Argentine Tango,Audience Participation,Classes,Lecture/Presentation,Tap,Tap Dance,Workshop
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SUMMARY:ADC Annual Member Meeting 2023
DESCRIPTION:Arizona Dance Coalition – Annual Member Meeting 2023\nSunday\, January 8\, 2023 | 12:30pm-3:30pm \nLight Refreshments | Guest Speakers | Movement Classes \nMark your calendar! \n___________________________________________ \n  \nYOU’RE INVITED!    GET CONNECTED!   \nJoin us in an inspirational\, informative and fun afternoon! \nBring your dance shoes for the swing dance and Afro-Latin dance classes! \nEVENT INFO\nIn-Person and Virtual via Zoom\nDate: Sunday\, January 8\, 2023 at 12:30pm-3:30pm\nLocation: BALLET ARIZONA\, 2835 E. Washington Street\, Phoenix\, AZ 85034 \nCost: FREE to ADC Members (in good standing); $10 Non-members\nREGISTRATION REQUIRED!\nRegistration Form: CLICK HERE\nDeadline to register is Saturday\, January 7\, 2023 at 12:00pm.\nFor Virtual Attendees – Zoom Link will be emailed at least one hour prior to event. \nFor more info contact: Lisa R. Chow or text 602-740-9616 \nSCHEDULE\n12:30pm Mix & Mingle Reception with light refreshments provided\n1:00pm Welcome & Overview of Past Year – Lisa R. Chow\, ADC Board President\n1:10pm Fundraising in the Dance World – Jami Kozemczak\, Ballet Arizona\n1:30pm The Transformative Power of Dance – Steve Conrad\, Arizona Lindy Hop Society\n1:50pm Dance Class: Learn to Swing Dance – Steve Conrad\n2:15pm Social Performance: Strategies Towards Cultural Immersion and Interconnectivity – David Olarte\, Stilo\n2:35pm Dance Class: Rhythmic Narratives in Afro-Latin Dance – David Olarte\n3:00pm Wrap Up / What’s Next? / Let’s Get Connected! \n  \n\n \nSPECIAL THANKS TO BALLET ARIZONA FOR HOSTING THIS EVENT! \n\nGUEST PRESENTERS\nJami Kozemczak\, Executive Director of Ballet Arizona \n \nPresentation: Fundraising in the Dance World\nLearn how to raise money to keep our dance alive while still navigating through tough times. Jami will share a little bit about herself and share some of the things that were successful and what she learned on the journey to accomplish her fundraising goals. \nBio: As director of development for the ballet since 2015\, Kozemczak has a record of consistently meeting and exceeding contributed revenue goals to advance the organization. During her tenure at Ballet Arizona\, the organization established a culture of philanthropy that permeates throughout the entire organization. Kozemczak has secured more than $36 million in contributed revenue during her time at Ballet Arizona and led the charge for the Be Our Bridge Recovery and Relief Fund that ensured all staff members and dancers remained fully employed during the Covid-19 crisis.  \nKozemczak’s experience in arts non-profit management includes fundraising\, public relations\, communications\, donor relations\, and marketing. Beginning her career as a marketing professional\, she quickly transitioned to fundraising after discovering her true vocation was helping connect donors to their passion. Kozemczak holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Arizona State University. She is co-chair for the AFP Professional Mentoring Program and a board member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. \n  \nSteve Conrad\, Founder and Director of Arizona Lindy Hop Society \nPresentation: The Transformative Power of Dance\nSteve Conrad will discuss how dance can be used to help heal trauma and build resilience in children and adults. Beginning with the Lindy Hop which was created and developed by the Black community in Harlem during the jazz age and going though decades of dance that coincided with transformative history through the 1930s\, 40s\, 50s and 60s in the United States and around the world. Specifically\, Steve will share the story of Wu\, a refugee from Vietnam who transformed her own life by learning how to ballroom dance. \nDance Class: Learn to Swing Dance\nJoin Steve Conrad of the Arizona Lindy Hop Society for a fun swing dance lesson. Swing dancing is a partner dance that originated in Harlem\, NY in the late 1920s and spread across the country and the world in the 1930s and 40s. It is enjoyed today all over the world by dancers of all ages and backgrounds. No partner needed. \nBio: Steve Conrad is the founder and director of the Arizona Lindy Hop Society which focuses on preserving and sharing American born dances from the jazz and rock and early roll eras of the 1920s through the early 1960s. He has been teaching Lindy Hop and swing dancing for more than 26 years and has traveled around the world teaching with tours across the US\, Europe\, and China. His first Lindy Hop teacher was the legendary Frankie Manning and Steve produced the Arizona Swing Jam workshop with Frankie in AZ for 14 years until Frankie’s passing at age 94. Steve was featured on ABC’s “The Bachelorette\,” HGTV’s “House Hunters\,” Arizona Highways TV\, and NBC’s “Little Big Shots: Forever Young.” Steve is also a certified ballroom dance teacher for Dancing Classrooms and was trained in New York by ballroom dance champion\, Pierre Dulaine\, who has been the subject of several films including “Mad Hot Ballroom\,” “Take the Lead\,” and “Dancing in Jaffa\,” all which address the transformative power of dance. Steve helped lead a pilot program for teaching ballroom dance to people experiencing homelessness at the Human Services Campus in Phoenix and has used dance as a healing modality for children in the foster care system by teaching for Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona. Steve was the director of the Ballroom dance program at Mesa Community College and is often a guest teacher at Scottsdale Community College and Xavier College Prep.  \n  \nDavid Olarte\, Founder and Co-director of Stilo Dance  \nPresentation: Social Performance: Strategies Towards Cultural Immersion and Interconnectivity \nDavid’s presentation highlights social dance as a strategy towards cultural immersion and community interconnectivity. As founder and director of Stilo Dance\, as well as Clinical Assistant Professor at ASU’s School of Music\, Dance\, and Theatre\, provides his artistic framework and lens towards building sustainable dance communities both in academia and in our local community. As the social fabric continues to be shaped by the participation of inter-generational identities\, David shares insight on the short and long term approach towards inclusive programming and re-imagining\nboth learning and performance spaces.  \nDance Class: Rhythmic Narratives in Afro-Latin Dance \nThis workshop will look at Afro-Latin rhythm and musicality\, specifically connecting clave with Afro-Latin movement. Connecting key patterns from the ground up provides a framework for engaging the roots and corporeal expressivity in Afro-Latin Social dance. \nBio: David Olarte (MFA\, MA) is an Afro-Latinx dancer (salsa\, mambo\, and contemporary couple dance) with over 20 years of choreography\, performance\, and instruction. As founder and co-director of Stilo Dance\, David has shared Stilo’s aesthetic interpretation of contemporary salsa\, which is rooted in Salsa on 2\, latin jazz\, and David Zambrano’s couple dancing technique. Stilo has graced the stage as finalists at the World Latin Dance Cup\, performing at Jacob’s Pillow’s Inside Out series\, and continues to perform in various salsa festivals and congresses. As Clinical Associate Professor for ASUs School of Music\, Dance\, and Theatre\, David centers Afro-Latinx context by creating new curriculum and programming\, such as Latin Sol Festival\, to support student learning\, performance\, and community engagement opportunities on campus. He’s currently pursuing a PHD in Theatre Performance of the Americas and researching where social dance lives within our communities. 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/adc-annual-member-meeting-2023/
LOCATION:AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Latin Dance / Salsa,Lecture/Presentation,Social Dance,Swing Dance
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