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SUMMARY:Dance Heals: A City of Hope Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Dance Heals: A City of Hope Fundraiser \nCelebrate a night of dance with work from local artists while supporting City of Hope \nCombining Passion for Dance and Healing \nJoin me in bringing together my love for dance and my dedication to healing. This special fundraiser will incorporate dance and the arts to benefit the City of Hope Cancer Center. By participating you will help support an organization that provides crucial cancer care and advances in research. \nTo reserve a seat simply donate a minimum of $25 for 1 seat\, $50 for 2 seats\, and so on. In the ‘leave a comment’ section when making a donation please include number of seats you would like to reserve. Due to limited availability seating will be provided on a first come\, first serve basis. Even if you are unable to attend\, please consider donating to help support City of Hope’s mission. \n  \nAbout City of Hope \nCity of Hope is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization\, making your contributions not only impactful but also eligible for tax benefits. \nSupport from the Elie Wiesel Social Action Fellowship \nThis event is made possible with support from the Elie Wiesel Social Action Fellowship. This national organization is committed to helping young adults grow as leaders and raise awareness of important social causes. \n*Event location details will be provided to those who purchase tickets
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/dance-heals-a-city-of-hope-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Modern Contemporary
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SUMMARY:Rising Hope
DESCRIPTION:Esperanza Dance Project (EDP) is a Tucson-based non-profit organization that was founded in 2011. We are committed to empowering survivors of childhood sexual trauma by eradicating stigma and secrecy while inspiring hope for healing through our impactful dance performance\, discussions\, and advocacy. EDP has performed across Arizona\, reaching middle and high school students\, professionals committed to maintaining child safety\, and community advocates. \nWe are so excited to be hosting our annual gala\, Rising Hope\, on Sunday\, November 16th\, 2025 from 5-7 pm at Site 17 in downtown Tucson. The event will include live jazz music\, light hors d’oeuvres\, line dancing\, a silent auction\, a 50/50 raffle\, a host bar\, and featured performances from our high school program\, House of Hope.  \nTickets are available at $30 for General Admission or $50 for VIP which will include a swag bag of merchandise! Get tickets here: https://square.link/u/mZsdkEsS
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/rising-hope/
LOCATION:Site 17\, 840 E 17th St\, Tucson\, 85719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Dance Performance,FUNdraiser,Fundraising Event,Live Music,Modern Contemporary
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza Dance Project":MAILTO:esperanzadanceproject@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250912T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250912T213000
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SUMMARY:CaZo Dance Theatre Fundraiser! (Mesa)
DESCRIPTION:Help CaZo Dance Theatre Grow in 2025!!\nSeptember 12th\, 2025 at 7:30pm-9:30pm \nCaZo Dance Center\, 2655 West Guadalupe Road #27\, Mesa Arizona 85202 \nPlease Join us in celebrating our annual fundraiser. The evening begins with Character cards given to each person with clues on it to uncover who is the Witch that has been causing mysterious deaths and people falling ill. We will enjoy  live music and vocal stylings from Ted Jachimowiz and Chelsea Rae and Aerial performances from CaZo Members as you uncover some clues.  There will be a Silent Auction with many items from local businesses\, Refreshments\, Beer and wine\, and mingling with 2025 CaZo Members. We will then entertain you with an introduction to our new members\, a sneak peak of our Fall Production\, “Coven.” We will also Inform you all of  what’s in store for Fall 2025- Spring 2026 and learn how you can help us succeed. We will end the night with a raffle and see who figured out who the Witch is that we will put on trial. Your ticket includes all of this and one free drink ticket for beer or wine and one raffle ticket (That can also be used for a drink).  We also have a ticket option for no Drink tickets as well. This is a night you will not want to miss. All proceeds will go directly towards future projects\, dancer compensation. This all will be taken place at our beautiful Studio at CaZo Dance Center.  Thank you so much for supporting CaZo Dance. \nPURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nIf you are not able to attend\, please consider making a tax-deductible donation on our Donate page at www.cazodance.com.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/cazo-dance-theatre-fundraiser-mesa/
LOCATION:CaZo Dance Center\, 2655 W Guadalupe Rd Unit 27\, Mesa\, 85202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250504T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250504T190000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
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SUMMARY:Emerging Choreographers Showcase 2025 (Tucson)
DESCRIPTION:Esperanza Dance Project (EDP) is so excited to be hosting our annual Emerging Choreographers Showcase on Sunday\, May 4th from 5-7 pm at Catalyst Creative Collective in the Tucson Mall! The event will feature brand new pieces choreographed by Esperanza dancers\, a performance of our middle school oriented show\, ProjectRISE\, a 50/50 raffle\, and art by local Arizona artists. Refreshments will be served. General admission tickets are available with a suggested donation of $25 and student tickets are $10. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Contact moc.liamgnull@tcejorpecnadaznarepse for details. \nTickets can be purchased here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLHV2CXEKGJPQ/checkout/2QQKLKK57WUO7GXOXJPZLMLW. \n  \nEsperanza Dance Project is a Tucson-based non-profit organization that was founded in 2011. We support survivors of childhood sexual trauma and educate communities through the transformative power of dance. EDP has performed across Arizona\, reaching high school and middle school students\, professionals committed to maintaining child safety\, and community advocates.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/emerging-choreographers-showcase-2025/
LOCATION:Catalyst Arts & Maker Space by SAACA\, 4500 N Oracle Rd #110\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Hip Hop,Modern Contemporary,Various Dance Genres
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza Dance Project":MAILTO:esperanzadanceproject@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250406T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250406T200000
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SUMMARY:Convergence Ballet Presents Mixed Repertory (Phoenix)
DESCRIPTION:Join Convergence Ballet for an evening of contemporary ballet works featuring original choreography by Jennifer Cafarella Betts\, Lainie Seretis\, and Elijah Evans. It will also feature Elegy and Sharingby renowned choreographer Kevin Jenkins. \nApril 6th\, 6:00pm\, Dorrance Theatre at Ballet Arizona. \nClick here to purchase tickets. 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/convergence-ballet-presents-mixed-repertory-phoenix/
LOCATION:Dorrance Theatre at Ballet Arizona\, 2835 East Washington Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballet,Dance Performance,Fundraising Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Convergence Ballet Company":MAILTO:info@convergenceballet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
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SUMMARY:Ballet Yuma's Sugar Plum Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Ballet Yuma’s Annual Sugar Plum Tea Party \nNovember 30th at 2:00pm-4:00pm \nYuma Golf and Country Club \n3150 S Fortuna Ave\, Yuma AZ 85365 \nhttps://givebutter.com/sugarplumtea24
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/ballet-yumas-sugar-plum-tea-party/
LOCATION:Yuma Golf and Country Club\, 3150 S Fortuna Ave\, Yuma\, 85365\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ballet Yuma":MAILTO:balletyuma1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241117T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20241008T024143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T084029Z
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SUMMARY:Rising Hope: Esperanza Dance Project's First Annual Fundraising Gala (Tucson)
DESCRIPTION:Esperanza Dance Project (EDP) is a Tucson-based non-profit organization that was founded in 2011. We are committed to empowering survivors of childhood sexual trauma by eradicating stigma and secrecy while inspiring hope for healing through our impactful dance performance\, discussions\, and advocacy. EDP has performed across Arizona\, reaching high school students\, professionals committed to maintaining child safety\, and community advocates. \nWe are so excited to be hosting Rising Hope: Esperanza Dance Project’s First Annual Fundraising Gala on Sunday\, November 17th\, 2024 from 5-8 pm at Site 17 in downtown Tucson. The event will include live jazz music\, light hors d’oeuvres\, a silent auction\, a cash bar\, and featured performances from our new middle school program\, ProjectRIS. Rising Hope will also feature the launch of our new logo and branding.  \nTickets are available at $25 for General Admission or $50 for VIP which will include a swag bag of our newly branded merchandise! For ticket and sponsorship information\, please visit our website at: www.esperanzadanceproject.org/gala.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/rising-hope-esperanza-dance-projects-first-annual-fundraising-gala/
LOCATION:Site 17\, 840 E 17th St\, Tucson\, 85719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Hip Hop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240407T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240407T180000
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SUMMARY:Emerging Choreographers Showcase (Tucson)
DESCRIPTION:Join Esperanza Dance Project for our annual Emerging Choreographers Showcase at the Tucson Jewish Community Center Jill Rosenzweig Memorial Sculpture Garden on April 7th. The event will include site specific performances choreographed by Esperanza dancers in response to sculptures in the garden as well as: art shown by local artists\, a founder’s talk\, and the premiere of EDP’s new middle school oriented performance ProjectRIS. There is a suggested donation of $18. We can’t wait to see you there! \n 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/emerging-choreographers-showcase/
LOCATION:Tucson Jewish Community Center Jill Rosenzweig Memorial Sculpture Garden\, 3800 E. River Road\, Tucson\, 85718\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,Charity/Fundraiser,Community Event,Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Modern Contemporary,Variety Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza Dance Project":MAILTO:esperanzadanceproject@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240224T153000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
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SUMMARY:Convergence Ballet | 4th Annual Broadway Cabaret - Phoenix
DESCRIPTION:Join Convergence Ballet\, Saturday February 24th at 1pm at the Jewish Historical Society for their 4th Annual Broadway Cabaret. Featuring performances by top voices from The Phoenix Theatre Company and Arizona Broadway Theatre with hits from Hamilton\, Beauty and the Beast\, Phantom of the Opera and more! \nTICKETS ON SALE NOW! \nThis event will benefit Convergence with their mission to make the arts accessible through free community performances\, affordable ticketed shows\, and free dance programing for underserved students in our community. \nPerformers include: Christopher Elliot\, Seth Tucker\, Trisha Distworth\, Dallyn Brunck\, Taylor Hudson\, Cherish Forbes\, Brenda Foley\, Katie Jurich\, Sydney Davis\, Jackie Brecker\, and Convergence Ballet Company.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/convergence-ballet-4th-annual-broadway-cabaret-phoenix/
LOCATION:Jewish Historical Society\, 122 E. Culver St\, Phoenix\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballet,Community Event,Dance Performance,FUNdraiser,Fundraising Event,Variety Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="Convergence Ballet Company":MAILTO:info@convergenceballet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20231028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
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SUMMARY:11th Annual Leaps for Lives Dance Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Leaps for Lives Dance Company invites you to the 11th annual Leaps for Lives Dance Showcase.\n\nTickets: $10 PRESALE / $15 AT THE DOOR\n\nAbout our beneficiary:\nEach year The Leaps for Lives Dance Showcase chooses a beneficiary that represents an area of animal welfare. We strive to choose beneficiaries that address community issues\, especially those that affect marginalized and underserved areas. This year’s beneficiary is ASAVET CHARITIES. Asavet Charities is a 501(c)(3) (tax-exempt) non-profit organization created in Arizona in 2014 to help animals and their owners. Their goal is to promote affordable veterinary care for all people. Learn more: https://www.asavetcharities.org\n\n\nAbout The Leaps for Lives Dance Company:\nOur Mission:\nWe are dedicated to the art of dance and the power of community. We offer a welcoming space for dancers regardless of background or experience. Through our inclusive programs and productions we raise funding and awareness for Southern Arizona animal rescues and pediatric cancer organizations.\nAbout Us:\nWe are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization based in Tucson\, Arizona. We work with other community dance projects to create a diverse and exciting annual dance showcase benefiting Southern Arizona animal rescues. In 2019\, we premiered The Leaps for Lives Annual Spring Show which allowed us greater opportunity to do more good for Southern Arizona animal rescue organizations and pediatric cancer research organizations. We are proud to have made thousands of dollars in contributions to these organizations in our first 10 years!\n\n\n\nThis program was funded in part by Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona with funding from National Endowment for the Arts Federal CARES\, City of Tucson\, and Pima County
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/11thl4lshowcase/
LOCATION:Demeester Outdoor Performance Center\, Reid Park\, 920 S. Concert Place\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85716\, United States
CATEGORIES:Belly Dance / Mid-Eastern,Community Event,Contemporary,Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Modern Contemporary,Variety Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leaps for Lives Dance Company":MAILTO:reness@leapsforlives.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
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SUMMARY:Leaps for Lives 5th Annual Spring Show (Tucson)
DESCRIPTION:Leaps for Lives 5th Annual Spring Show \nLeaps for Lives Dance Company invites you to the 5th annual Leaps for Lives Spring Show to benefit The Bald Beauties Project.\nWe will host this evening of choreographic exploration at The Scoundrel and Scamp Theatre in The Historic Y at 7:00pm on March 25th\, 2023.\nTickets: $12 pre-sale & $15 at the door.\n\nAbout the beneficiary:\nThe Bald Beauties Project was conceived and created by Kelsey Taylor Luria during her treatment for Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Although Kelsey lost her battle with cancer\, her spirit\, legacy and desire to positively impact the lives of children with cancer lives on through the Bald Beauties Project. Our Mission: Empowering & impacting the lives of children & young adults with cancer.\n\nAbout The Leaps for Lives Dance Company:\nOur Mission:\nWe are dedicated to the art of dance and the power of community. We offer a welcoming space for dancers regardless of background or experience. Through our inclusive programs and productions we raise funding and awareness for Southern Arizona animal rescues and pediatric cancer organizations.\n\nAbout Us:\nWe are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization based in Tucson\, Arizona. We work with other community dance projects to create a diverse and exciting annual dance showcase benefiting Southern Arizona animal rescues. In 2019\, we premiered The Leaps for Lives Annual Spring Show which allowed us greater opportunity to do more good for Southern Arizona animal rescue organizations and pediatric cancer research organizations. We are proud to have made thousands of dollars in contributions to these organizations in our first TEN years!\nhttps://www.leapsforlives.org\n\nSupport for the project is provided by The Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona\, funded by the City of Tucson and Pima County.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/leaps-for-lives-5th-annual-spring-show-2/
LOCATION:Scoundrel & Scamp Theater\, 738 N 5th Ave in Historic Y\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Variety Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leaps for Lives Dance Company":MAILTO:reness@leapsforlives.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230211T220000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
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SUMMARY:At the Ballet - 3rd Annual Broadway Cabaret (Phoenix)
DESCRIPTION:Join Convergence Ballet Company Feb. 11th with the valley’s most talented voices from Phoenix Theatre Company\, Arizona Broadway Theatre\, and more for an evening of Broadway with a Fosse inspired performance by Convergence company members. The 3rd annual Broadway Cabaret Event with headliner Elyssa Blonder! \nTickets on sale now! \nAn evening of fun for the whole family to support Convergence in its endeavors to expand its inner – city ballet program (PLIES)\, create quality performances for the community\, and give Ballet Theatre of Phoenix students the opportunity to perform with professional dancers. \n 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/at-the-ballet-3rd-annual-broadway-cabaret-phoenix/
LOCATION:Ballet Theatre of Phoenix\, 6201 N 7th St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85014
CATEGORIES:Charity/Fundraiser,Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Musical,Musical Theater,Variety Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20221024T215733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T152859Z
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SUMMARY:ESPERANZA DANCE PROJECT SILENT AUCTION | Special Guest Tucson Mayor Regina Romero
DESCRIPTION:ESPERANZA DANCE PROJECT SILENT AUCTION | Special Guest Tucson Mayor Regina Romero \nCATALYST Arts Space\, 4500 N. Oracle Rd. Suite 110\, located in the Tucson Mall\, 7-9 pm \nEsperanza Dance Project (EDP) is a Tucson-based non-profit organization committed to empowering survivors of childhood sexual trauma by eradicating stigma and secrecy while inspiring hope for healing through our impactful dance performance\, discussions\, and advocacy. EDP has performed across Arizona\, reaching high school students\, professionals committed to maintaining child safety\, and community advocates. \nEDP will host their Annual Silent Auction Fundraiser & Performance at CATALYST Arts Space located in the Tucson Mall 7-9 pm. Doors will open at 6 PM. \nCapacity is limited so GET TICKETS NOW. Masks are not required\, but we strongly recommend them.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/esperanza-dance-project-silent-auction-special-guest-tucson-mayor-regina-romero/
LOCATION:Catalyst Arts & Maker Space by SAACA\, 4500 N Oracle Rd #110\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Performance,FUNdraiser,Fundraising Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Esperanza Dance Project":MAILTO:esperanzadanceproject@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221105T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20221105T193000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20220823T051058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T221234Z
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SUMMARY:Leaps for Lives 10th Annual Fall Showcase (Tucson)
DESCRIPTION:Leaps for Lives 10th Annual Fall Showcase\nNovember 5\, Saturday\, 5:30 pm  | Tickets \nDemeester Outdoor Performance Center at Reid Park \nThe Leaps for Lives Dance Company is proud to announce the 10th annual Leaps for Lives Dance Showcase. We are thrilled to celebrate a decade of dance on a mission by hosting this show in person for the first time since 2019. This community-based production welcomes a variety of talented guest artists and local vendors along with food trucks and raffle prizes for an evening of fun for a good cause. Vendors open at 4:30 pm at the Demeester Outdoor Performance Center at Reid Park. \nGuest performers include 520 Dance Company\, FUNHOUSE Movement Theater\, Siva Maia Polynesian Dancers\, ZUZI! Dance\, University of Arizona Black & Blue Crew\, and Dancesequences Inc. \nEach year Leaps for Lives donates 100% of the Fall show proceeds to a local 501(c)3 that represents an area of animal welfare. We strive to choose beneficiaries that address community issues with a focus on marginalized and underserved areas. Over the past decade we’ve learned that the biggest strain on animal welfare organizations is pet overpopulation. There are simply more pets in our community than there are homes to care for them. Spaying and neutering our pets is vital to prevent the unwanted litters that are brought to shelters and rescues or abandoned each year.  \nBENEFICIARY \nThis year we have chosen Spay and Neuter Solutions\, a local 501(c)3 that provides affordable spay and neuter services to pet owners in order to reduce the number of homeless pets in Southern Arizona. During the past 19 years\, Spay and Neuter Solutions funded 29\,651 spay and neuter surgeries\, ultimately saving the lives of countless cats and dogs. We are excited to support their mission and promote a better future for our favorite companions. 
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/leaps-for-lives-10th-annual-fall-showcase/
LOCATION:Demeester Outdoor Performance Center\, Reid Park\, 920 S. Concert Place\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85716\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Contemporary,Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Hip Hop,Modern Contemporary,Variety Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leaps for Lives Dance Company":MAILTO:reness@leapsforlives.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220319T210000
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SUMMARY:Leaps for Lives 4th annual Spring Show
DESCRIPTION:The Leaps for Lives Dance Company invites you to the 4th annual Leaps for Lives Spring Show to benefit Beads of Courage.\n\nWe will host this evening of choreographic exploration at The Scoundrel and Scamp Theatre in The Historic Y and via live stream at 7:00pm on March 19th\, 2022.\nTickets: In person: $15 Live stream: $5.\n\nFor safe social distancing\, in person seating is limited to pre-sale only. 60 in person tickets are available for purchase.\n\nA live stream of the show will also be presented. Access to the live stream will be included in your confirmation email.\n\nAbout our beneficiary:\nBeads of Courage\, Inc. is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children and teens coping with serious illness\, their families\, and the clinicians who care for them through Arts-in-Medicine Programs.\nwww.beadsofcourage.org\n\nAbout The Leaps for Lives Dance Company:\nOur Mission:\nWe are dedicated to the art of dance and the power of community. We offer a welcoming space for dancers regardless of background or experience. Through our inclusive programs and productions we raise funding and awareness for Southern Arizona animal rescues and pediatric cancer organizations.\nAbout Us:\nWe are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization based in Tucson\, Arizona. We work with other community dance projects to create a diverse and exciting annual dance showcase benefiting Southern Arizona animal rescues. In 2019\, we premiered The Leaps for Lives Annual Spring Show which allowed us greater opportunity to do more good for Southern Arizona animal rescue organizations and pediatric cancer research organizations. We are proud to have made thousands of dollars in contributions to these organizations in our first seven years!\nhttps://www.leapsforlives.org\nSupport for the project is provided by The Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona\, funded by the City of Tucson and Pima County.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/leaps-for-lives-4th-annual-spring-show/
LOCATION:Scoundrel & Scamp Theater\, 738 N 5th Ave in Historic Y\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Variety Show
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211205T150000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20211107T185040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211107T195923Z
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SUMMARY:Ballet Tucson's 20th Annual SUGAR PLUM TEA
DESCRIPTION:BALLET TUCSON’S 20th Annual SUGAR PLUM TEA\nBallet Tucson will host its 20th Annual Sugar Plum Tea at the Doubletree Hotel Tucson – Reid Park on December 5\, 1 pm. There are few things more rewarding than experiencing the joy of tradition during the festive season\, and the Sugar Plum Tea has become a Holiday tradition for Tucson families. \nConfections of every kind will transform the ballroom into a magical setting for this hallmark event. Join Ballet Tucson artists along with the Sugar Plum Fairy\, Clara and other characters from The Nutcracker ballet in celebrating the sights and sounds of the season. Festivities will also include a Ballet Tucson performance\, holiday boutique and marketplace and a silent auction of gifts and treasures. Enjoy high tea\, holiday shopping and outstanding performances. \nEntertainment headliners to provide live holiday music will be harpist CHRISTINE VIVONA and the 4TH AVENUE STRINGS led by Rose Todaro. All proceeds benefit Ballet Tucson — Tucson’s professional ballet company. \nMore details here. Tickets will be sold via Eventbrite. For questions and support\, contact us at gro.noscuttellabnull@stekcit or (520) 903-1445. \nPlease refer to our website regularly for Covid protocol information and updates.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/ballet-tucsons-20th-annual-sugar-plum-tea/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton\, 1175 West Route 66\, Flagstaff\, AZ
CATEGORIES:Ballet,DANCE HOLIDAY,Dance Performance,FUNdraiser,Fundraising Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20211023T203000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20211020T191940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T191940Z
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SUMMARY:Leaps for Lives 9th Annual Virtual Fall Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Leaps for Lives Dance Company invites you to the 9th annual Leaps for Lives Dance Showcase!\n\nAbout our beneficiary:\n\nEach year The Leaps for Lives Dance Showcase chooses a beneficiary that represents an area of animal welfare. We strive to choose beneficiaries that address community issues\, especially those that affect marginalized and underserved areas. This year’s beneficiary is The Friends of Pima Animal Care Center (PACC.) Proceeds from the show will be donated directly to The Friends of PACC’s Keeping Families Together Fund. This fund prevents thousands of pets from coming into the shelter every year due to medical needs that are cost-prohibitive for families and the provision of supplies. Find out more at: https://www.friendsofpacc.org/keeping-families-together.\n\n  \nTickets: Suggested donation of at least $5. Each $5 donated counts as one raffle entry.\nPerformance can be accessed virtually starting at 6:30pm on October 23rd through ticket link. Pre-purchase is recommended but not required.\n  \nFeaturing the artistry of:\nDancesequences Inc.\n520 Dance Company\nSiva Maia Polynesian Dancers LLC\,\nZona Pachanga\nFlowing Wells High School (Momentum & Pulse Dance)\nCesar R’ Degollado\n\n  \nPLUS! Check out the Tucson local businesses participating in the virtual raffle:\n\nLovin’ Spoonfuls \n\n\nDragoon Brewing Co.\n\n\nFantasy Comics Tucson Arizona\n\n\nLuLaRoe Abba Versace\n\n\nBen’s Bells Project\n\n\nTucson Hop Shop\n\n\nThe Loft Cinema\n\n\nMusic in Motion Dance Studio\n\n\nUncle Bob’s Popcorn\n\n\nDogs-n-Donuts\n\n\n\n  \n  \nAbout The Leaps for Lives Dance Company:\n\nOur Mission:\nWe are dedicated to the art of dance and the power of community. We offer a welcoming space for dancers regardless of background or experience. Through our inclusive programs and productions we raise funding and awareness for Southern Arizona animal rescues and pediatric cancer organizations.\n\nAbout Us:\nWe are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization based in Tucson\, Arizona. We work with other community dance projects to create a diverse and exciting annual dance showcase benefiting Southern Arizona animal rescues. In 2019\, we premiered The Leaps for Lives Annual Spring Show which allowed us greater opportunity to do more good for Southern Arizona animal rescue organizations and pediatric cancer research organizations. We are proud to have made thousands of dollars in contributions to these organizations in our first seven years!\n\n\nThis program was funded in part by Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona with funding from National Endowment for the Arts Federal CARES\, City of Tucson\, and Pima County.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/leapsforlivesfallshowcase2021/
LOCATION:AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Contemporary,Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Variety Show
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leaps for Lives Dance Company":MAILTO:reness@leapsforlives.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20201119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20201118T165952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201118T165952Z
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SUMMARY:Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company's - "Continuous Replay: Come Together in support of Black Lives Matter."
DESCRIPTION:Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company\n“Continuous Replay: Come Together in support of Black Lives Matter”\nThursday\, 11/19/20\n6:00 PM\nhttps://contribute.newyorklivearts.org/event/continuous-replay/e308090 \nViewers will need to register in advance. Donations are optional. Enter $0 in the donation field for a free registration. \n \nDescription: Amidst the isolation and racial uprisings in the early summer of 2020 as the Covid-19 Pandemic continued its spread\, forty-four current and former company members came together (while being apart) to create something as a community in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. At the center of this virtual presentation is a recreation of Arnie Zane‘s Continuous Replay\, an iconic work which was originally a duet and a solo. In 1991\, three years after Arnie’s passing at the height of the AIDS pandemic\, Bill T. Jones made Arnie’s choreography into a full company work. Continuous Replay has connected generations of company members and was\, for most of them\, the only way to know Arnie. The diverse cast of performers spanning four decades—including Arthur Aviles\, Sean Curran\, Odile Reine-Adelaide\, Stefanie Batten Bland\, Rosalynde LeBlanc\, Heidi Latsky\, Jenna Riegel\, and many others—filmed themselves while in isolation across four continents. The original soundtrack is created by composer John Oswald and editing of the videos was done by Associate Artistic Director Janet Wong. \nThe live-streamed fundraiser event on Nov 19 will benefit three remarkable organizations – Black Strategy Fund\, The Brotherhood SisterSol\, and Buy From A Black Woman. The evening begins with a conversation between Bill T. Jones and Anthony D. Romero\, Executive Director of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)\, and will be joined by the directors of the three organizations\, Patrisse Cullors\, Khary Lazarre-White\, and Nikki Porcher. The event will culminate with the premiere of Continuous Replay: Come Together. 100% of the donation collected from now until Nov 27 through this event will go to the three organizations. \nSpecial thanks to our live stream partners: American Dance Festival\, ASU Gammage\, UCLA’s Center for the Art of Performance & The University of the Arts
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/bill-t-jones-arnie-zane-dance-companys-continuous-replay-come-together-in-support-of-black-lives-matter/
LOCATION:AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Performance,Fundraising Event
ORGANIZER;CN="ASU Gammage":MAILTO:cpinfo@asugammage.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200328T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200328T213000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20200229T033333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T004945Z
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SUMMARY:cancelled - Leaps for Lives 2nd Annual Spring Show (Tucson Mall)
DESCRIPTION:cancelled – Leaps for Lives 2nd Annual Spring Show\nJoin the Leaps for Lives Dance Company for an evening of choreographic exploration as they stage new pieces and old favorites\, alongside featured guest artists. Proceeds from tickets sales will be donated to Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Southern Arizona. \n“It’s Better To Light One Candle\, Than To Curse The Darkness.”  \nCandlelighters\, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization\, is a parent-run organized support network. We educate\, support\, serve and advocate for families of children with cancer and other blood disorders\, bereaved families\, survivors of childhood cancer\, and the professionals that care for them. \nThe Leaps for Lives Dance Company is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Tucson organization dedicated to the art of dance and the power of community. We offer a welcoming space for dancers regardless of background or experience. Through our inclusive programs and productions we raise funding and awareness for Southern Arizona animal rescues and pediatric cancer organizations. \nTickets $15 pre-sale\, $20 door. Space is limited. This event is for audience members 18 and up. \nSupport for the project is provided by The Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona\, funded by the City of Tucson and Pima County.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/l4lspringshow2020/
LOCATION:Catalyst Arts & Maker Space by SAACA\, 4500 N Oracle Rd #110\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Modern Contemporary,Tap Dance,Variety Show
ORGANIZER;CN="Leaps for Lives Dance Company":MAILTO:reness@leapsforlives.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200208T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200208T213000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20200202T180932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200202T180932Z
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SUMMARY:Scorpius Dance Theatre's ANIMAL (PHX)
DESCRIPTION:Scorpius Dance Theatre’s ANIMAL\nAn original show created by Scorpius’ Director Lisa Starry\, ANIMAL is inspired by her love of animals and passion for their well-being. This show for all ages was first presented in 2017 and was a huge hit with audiences. It explores the relationship we have with animals\, as well as their social interactions\, physicality and movement. Overall\, a lighthearted and entertaining show\, Starry is also taking the opportunity to provide awareness and support for animals in our community and globally. $1 from each ticket sale will benefit local animal charity Lost Our Home Pet Rescue. \nPhoto of Flamenco Nicole Olson by Rose Torres. \nANIMAL performs February 7-8 at 7:30 pm at Madison Center for the Arts\, 5601 N 16th St\, Phoenix AZ 85016. Tickets start at $25. For purchases by phone and customer service questions\, please contact The Madison at 602-664-7777. Hours Daily 7 am – 8 pm PT. All ticket sales are final. No exchanges or refunds.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/scorpius-dance-theatres-animal-phx-2/
LOCATION:Madison Center for the Arts\, 5601 N 16th St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Modern Contemporary
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scorpius Dance Theatre":MAILTO:lisa@scorpiusdance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20200207T213000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20200202T180521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200202T180851Z
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SUMMARY:Scorpius Dance Theatre's ANIMAL (PHX)
DESCRIPTION:Scorpius Dance Theatre’s ANIMAL\nAn original show created by Scorpius’ Director Lisa Starry\, ANIMAL is inspired by her love of animals and passion for their well-being. This show for all ages was first presented in 2017 and was a huge hit with audiences. It explores the relationship we have with animals\, as well as their social interactions\, physicality and movement. Overall\, a lighthearted and entertaining show\, Starry is also taking the opportunity to provide awareness and support for animals in our community and globally. $1 from each ticket sale will benefit local animal charity Lost Our Home Pet Rescue. \nPhoto of Flamenco Nicole Olson by Rose Torres. \nANIMAL performs February 7-8 at 7:30 pm at Madison Center for the Arts\, 5601 N 16th St\, Phoenix AZ 85016. Tickets start at $25. For purchases by phone and customer service questions\, please contact The Madison at 602-664-7777. Hours Daily 7 am – 8 pm PT. All ticket sales are final. No exchanges or refunds.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/scorpius-dance-theatres-animal-phx/
LOCATION:Madison Center for the Arts\, 5601 N 16th St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Performance,Fundraising Event,Modern Contemporary
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scorpius Dance Theatre":MAILTO:lisa@scorpiusdance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191215T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20191119T220112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191119T220112Z
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SUMMARY:SBF Nutcracker Sweets Tea 2019 PHOENIX
DESCRIPTION:Nutcracker Sweets Tea 2019\nThe Scottsdale Ballet Foundation is once again holding the best Nutcracker Sweets Tea in the Valley! Save the date for the wonderful event with a full 3 Plated Tea Service\, crafts for the little ones and featuring a special holiday performance by the students of the Scottsdale School of Ballet.\n\n\n\nThe event will be held at the luxurious Chateau Luxe in Phoenix on Sunday\, December 15th. The event doors open at 11:30 a.m. and we will finish by 2:00 p.m. You can purchase you tickets here or at the front desk of Scottsdale School of Ballet but make sure you purchase them soon to enjoy this kickoff to the holiday season. For more information on the Tea call the foundation at (480) 665-8679.\n\n\n\nA limited number of only 4 Premiere Tables at *$600.00 each include:\n\n\n\n 	Priority seating and entry into the event\n 	A table for 10 with Reserved Seating in front of the Stage\n 	1st served for all plated tea service\n\n\n\nRegular prices are:  *$55 Adult – *$45.00 Child\n*Prices listed are when purchased at Scottsdale School of Ballet. All tickets purchased online will include an additional 3% surcharge for the PayPal fee. For online purchases go to the SBF blog for Nutcracker Sweets Tea at SBF TEA\n\n\n\nWhen you purchase\, you will not receive a ticket but a space at the event will be reserved for you. Seating for the regular places are open seating will follow the Premiere Tables and is on a first-come first-served basis. Purchase places tickets here and for individual places\, chose 1 option\, the number of tickets and to purchase additional tickets in a different option\, click “continue shopping” at the top of the PayPal page.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/nutcracker-sweets-tea-3/
LOCATION:Chateau Luxe\, 1175 E Lone Cactus Dr\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20190918T053525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191202T003546Z
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Masquerade Ball GALA (Scottsdale)
DESCRIPTION:9th Annual Masquerade Ball GALA \n          Masquerade Ball Gala is a signature\, black-tie fundraising GALA organized by Imperial Ballroom Dance Company\, the premier ballroom dance studio in Metro Phoenix and Arizona\, and DanceSport Education\, an Arizona not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to positively impact the lives of children and youth through ballroom dance\, and to support young talent. We are proud to bring ballroom dance to the children and youth of Arizona – at their schools\, in their classrooms!\n          Join us for an unforgettable evening. Get your beautiful gowns and tuxedos\, grab your masks\, and enjoy an evening of elegance\, delicious food\, champagne\, dancing\, and a great show. Perfect for singles\, couples\, dancers\, children\, and anyone who just would like to dress up for a fun\, entertaining night out! You will not want to miss one of the most elegant parties in Scottsdale and help us raise money for a great cause – children\, education and ballroom dance.\nMASTER OF CEREMONY: Artem Plakhotnyi\nOur favorite world-class ballroom dance professional\, Imperial Ballroom’s owner and DanceSport Education Co-Founder will emcee the event.\n\n\nKEYNOTE SPEAKER: Diana Diaz-Harrison\nDiana Diaz-Harrison is the lead founder\, CEO\, and heart and soul of Arizona Autism Charter Schools\, the first autism focused tuition-free public school in Arizona. More than 200 K-12 students students on the autism spectrum with varying degrees of intellectual/developmental disabilities attend the school. Diaz is responsible for the expansion of the arts program at the school and bringing the life-long benefits of Ballroom Dance to ALL students at the school in partnership with DanceSport Education and Imperial Ballroom Dance Company. She has a passionate and powerful message about the benefits of ballroom dance and the impact it is creating for these autistic students. A leader\, Diana has received these awards:\n\nThe Rosa Carrillo Torres Humanitarian Award for her significant humanitarian efforts and contributions to the community at the Profiles of Success 2019 Hispanic Leadership Awards\nWomen Achievers of Arizona Award for her work every day to make a difference in the lives of Arizonans\nCox Communications Arizona 2018 Latino Leader Honoree recognized for her cultural and social contributions to our state.\n\n\n\n\nLIVE MUSIC: Mosaico 2.0\nAlex Hristov on acoustic guitar and Max Perrault on flute\, two of Arizona’s best musical talents will perform live during presentations and dinner time. Hear some of the best Latin\, Jazz and Flamenco tunes. Alex is best known for his ability to play deeply emotional\, traditional Flamenco while venturing into Latin music\, Jazz\, and other genres with ease. His deep musical and cultural knowledge allows him to blend the sounds and rhythms of southern Spain with Latin and contemporary grooves. Original songs and cover arrangements give the impression he has been affected by everyone from puro Flamenco phenom Tomatito and rumba master Jesse Cook to Brazilian legend Luiz Bonfa\, Gypsy Jazz pioneer Django Reinhardt\, and progressive metal legend Tosin Abasi. Alex trained and studied Flamenco music\, guitar\, and culture with Gaetano in Arizona\, and master guitarist and technician Gerardo Núñez in Sanlúcar de Barrameda\, in the heart of Andalucía in southern Spain. Later\, while at Brown University\, he studied classical guitar to broaden his artistic perspective.\n\n\n\n“WE ARE THE WORLD”\nEnjoy an AMAZING Ballroom Theater Show production by Imperial Ballroom’s top students and students from Arizona Autism Charter Schools\, participating in the DanceSport Education program. The show is produced by the talented Inna Berlizyeva\, world-class ballroom dance professional\, Imperial Ballroom’s owner and DanceSport Education Co-Founder.\n\n\n\nPROFESSIONAL SHOW\nEnjoy an incredible performance featuring Imperial Ballroom Dance Company’s professionals\, as well as special top US guest professionals from around the country! Imperial’s professionals: Inna Berlizyeva\, Artem Plakhotnyi\, Ivan Khudolyi\, Alisa Seleznova\, Oleg Teleha\, Michelle Brecker\, Donovan Dominguez\, Rose Dimov and Egor Abashkin\n\n\n\nSponsorship Opportunities:\n         The DanceSport Education program needs the funding and visibility to reach its full potential for social impact! With your support\, we can make the program accessible and affordable for Arizona’s children and youth. \n          With the current trends of diminishing public funding for sports and arts programs\, and the inability of many parents to privately afford those\, especially in low-income\, at risk school communities\, children and youth remain negatively impacted and are deprived of participating and experiencing the benefits of those opportunities. This also includes the students with special needs and autism\, who currently have no such opportunities.\n        Just for the last school year\, your generous support made ballroom dance accessible to over 100 low-income students at Create Academy.\n       This school year we are partnering with Arizona Autism Charter Schools serving 200+ students in grades KG-12 to deliver a school-wide ballroom dance program as part of their school curriculum in support of their education. 200+ students with autism with all range of abilities receive 10 ballroom dance lessons daily from our top-rated\, world-class ballroom dance professionals year-round. This is an unprecedented\, pioneer effort in the US! We are bringing the research and the benefits of ballroom dance to the students with autism at their school\, in their classrooms!\n          Your sponsorship will directly support the critical need to increase the number of children in Arizona who engage in ballroom dance as a physical activity to build life-long healthy habits. We hope you will consider sponsoring at the Masquerade Ball GALA and join our efforts to help shape a generation of healthy and thriving children and youth!\n          DanceSport Education is an Arizona\, not-for-profit 501 (c) (3) organization and contributions are tax-deductible.\n\nTickets: $55 ages 4-16; $100-170 adults
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/9th-annual-masquerade-ball-gala/
LOCATION:Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch\, 7700 E McCormick Pkwy\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85258\, United States
CATEGORIES:Audience Participation,Ballroom,Ballroom,Charity/Fundraiser,Community Event,DANCE HOLIDAY,Dance Performance,FUNdraiser,Fundraising Event,Musical Theater,STUDENT SHOW
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191017T210000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20191001T155338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T155338Z
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SUMMARY:Hawkinsdance Gala (Tucson)
DESCRIPTION: Hawkinsdance Gala\nDance\, dine\, and become part of the future of Hawkinsdance! Tickets include a three course dinner by Executive Chef Bruce Yim and his talented team\, an open bar all evening\, music by Naim Amor and Thoger Tetens Lund\, and an exclusive\, intimate dance performance choreographed by Shelly Hawkins\, featuring the season 3 company dancers. RSVP by Wednesday\, October 2nd (or call to see if there is space). Tickets $100.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/hawkinsdance-gala-tucson/
LOCATION:Hacienda Del Sol\, 5501 N Hacienda Del Sol Rd\, Tucson\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance Performance,Fundraising Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Hawkinsdance":MAILTO:shelly@hawkinsdance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20190827T013913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T193520Z
UID:17676-1570903200-1570910400@www.azdancecoalition.org
SUMMARY:7th Annual Leaps for Lives Dance Showcase Tucson
DESCRIPTION:7th Annual Leaps for Lives Dance Showcase\nJoin us at the 7th annual Leaps for Lives Dance Company Showcase October 12th at the DeMeester Performance Center\, Reid Park. \nThe Humane Society of Southern Arizona will be the beneficiary for this year’s showcase! There will be food\, raffle prizes\, and dance! Well-behaved\, vaccinated and leashed dogs are welcome! No retractable leashes please. \nSeating is picnic style; please bring chairs\, blankets and whatever else will make your experience enjoyable. Current weather projections show it may get chilly\, so be prepared with cozy sweaters! \nTickets are on sale now! Online ticket price is $10 for general admission and $7.50 for students/seniors. Ticket price at the door is $15 for general admission and $10 for students/seniors.
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/7th-annual-leaps-for-lives-dance-showcase/
LOCATION:Demeester Outdoor Performance Center\, Reid Park\, 920 S. Concert Place\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85716\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Contemporary,Dance Performance,FUNdraiser,Fundraising Event,Hip Hop,Hip Hop,Modern Contemporary,Performance Art,Tap Dance,Variety Show
ORGANIZER;CN="Leaps for Lives Dance Company":MAILTO:reness@leapsforlives.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190607T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20190607T220000
DTSTAMP:20260824T193438
CREATED:20190426T150847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190511T112046Z
UID:17067-1559932200-1559944800@www.azdancecoalition.org
SUMMARY:DESERT DANCE THEATRE TURNS 40: Making Dance History in Arizona
DESCRIPTION:Desert Dance Theatre invites you to its 40th Anniversary Fundraising Event\, “DESERT DANCE THEATRE TURNS 40: Making Dance History in Arizona” at the Arizona Heritage Center/Arizona Historical Society\, 1300 N. College Avenue\, Tempe\, AZ 85281\, on June 7\, 2019 at 6:30pm-10:00pm. This festive event will celebrate Desert Dance Theatre’s accomplishments and longevity as a moving force in Arizona’s Dance and Arts community. We will also be recognizing three Special Guest Honorees: Catherine “Rusty” Foley (Arizona Citizens for the Arts)\, Floyd A. Galloway (The Alvin Galloway Show/Arizona Informant Newspaper)\, and John Henry Waddell (Sculpture Artist).  \nThe evening will include: reception with drinks and appetizers\, entertainment\, buffet dinner\, recognition presentation and silent auction. The delectables will be prepared by Dancing Chef Catering ~ Chef Mark Vanek. \nFor 40 years\, the company has provided quality educational and community programs and services in schools and communities throughout Arizona. A majority of our work is designed to fit the needs of each school or community. We are inviting you or your organization to help us to continue our work\, and to help us to celebrate this important milestone. \nAs a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization\, the company relies on the support of individuals and businesses like yours to help support our programs and services. We are asking for your support by attending our fundraising event on June 7th. Please purchase your ticket(s) today! An Individual Ticket is $75 and a Sponsor Table for 8 People is $500. Ticket Reservations may be purchased via https://desertdancetheatre.org/desert-dance-theatre-turns-40/. \nIf you are unable to attend\, we would appreciate a tax-deductible donation or donation of goods and/or services that would directly enhance our fundraising efforts and aid us in achieving our future goals! You or your company will be acknowledged for your donation at the fundraising event and in next season’s programs. Contact us to receive information regarding donations\, sponsoring a table at the event\, program ads\, underwriting\, volunteer opportunities or become a Friends of Desert Dance Theatre contributor at gro.ertaehTecnaDtreseDnull@asil or call/text me at 602-740-9616. \nPlease attend this event and help Desert Dance Theatre celebrate this momentous occasion! \n$75 Individual (by May 24)\n$85 Individual (between May 25-June 3)\n$500 Sponsor Table of 8 People (by May 24)\n$600 Sponsor Table of 8 People (between May 25-June 3) \nTICKETS? https://desertdancetheatre.org/desert-dance-theatre-turns-40/ \nRESERVATION FORM (Mail-in or PayPal): https://forms.gle/X7Ucjwg68W2t1tae8 \nEVENTBRITE (Service fees apply) \nIndividual –  $75 (by May 24): https://ddt40-individual-early-bird.eventbrite.com \nIndividual – $85 (between May 25-June 3): https://ddt40-individual-late-registration.eventbrite.com \nSponsor Table for 8 – $500 (by May 24): https://ddt40-table-for-8-early-bird.eventbrite.com \nSponsor Table for 8 – $600 (between May 25-June 3): https://ddt40-table-for-8-late-registration.eventbrite.com \nCelebrating A History of Dance in Arizona \nDesert Dance Theatre is celebrating 40 years as a contemporary dance theatre company in Arizona. Founded by four ASU Dance Graduates in 1979\, the company has continued to provide an eclectic variety of dance in the current repertory\, ranging from classical\, comical\, abstract and theatrical. The company is comprised of experienced performers\, choreographers and enthusiastic educators who strive to bring openness\, spontaneity and diversity to the public. The company offers a variety of quality programs to schools and communities that are inspiring\, entertaining and educational\, including: master classes\, lecture demonstrations\, performances and residencies. The company has toured and performed in Arizona\, California\, New Mexico\, New York\, Nevada\, Texas\, Vermont and throughout Mexico. Desert Dance Theatre also specializes in theme-related programs that focus on cultural diversity and about the lives of prominent people who have fought for freedom in America. We have created a trilogy of civil rights productions\, “Free At Last” (tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr.)\, “Sister Moses: The Story of Harriet Tubman” (highlights of Harriet Tubman’s life and work in the Underground Railroad) and “Judgments” (commentary on racial and social discrimination). Each of these programs may be featured along with current repertory for main-stage performances. The company has also collaborated with String Sounds (string quartet)\, touring and performing for several thousands of children in elementary schools since 1985-2011. Through its Guest Choreographer Series\, the company also performs commissioned works by choreographers of national and international acclaim. The new works continue to enhance the diversity of the current repertory. Since 2000\, Desert Dance Theatre has presented the Arizona Dance Festival\, featuring dance artists and companies of all genres from Arizona\, regionally and internationally. \nHOW IT ALL BEGAN – A History of Dance in Arizona \nIt’s amazing to think that this Arizona dance company has survived in the desert for 40 years. \nDesert Dance Theatre was founded by four ASU dance graduates: Billbob Brown\, Dotti Anderson\, Margie Romero\, and Debbie Schofield\, who wanted to dance professionally\, but didn’t want to move to New York or California. During that time in 1979\, there were no professional contemporary or modern dance companies in the Valley. The only professional dance company was the Mesa Civic Ballet and a couple of small non-professional dance groups that performed on occasion. Those companies don’t exist anymore. \nThe four ASU dance graduates created Desert Dance Theatre\, focused on education and entertainment through their work. This served as an outlet for dancers to perform professionally and to fill a void in the artistic and cultural needs in communities throughout Arizona. After getting incorporated and obtaining its 501(c)(3) nonprofit status\, the company joined the artist roster of the Arizona Commission on the Arts\, which gave them opportunities to tour all over the state of Arizona and tour throughout Mexico on the Bi-Cultural Touring Program. \nDesert Dance Theatre soon gained a reputation for creating meaningful works which both challenged and delighted audiences with its topical messages\, from its first performance of Judgments\, an evening-length work about racism\, to its collaborations with the internationally-renowned group Special EFX\, the Phoenix Symphony\, String Sounds\, Musica Dolce\, Childsplay\, and other groups\, connecting children and adults with a wider world of professional-quality dance performance. Sister Moses: The Story of Harriet Tubman\, continues to be performed while educating its audiences about American History through dance\, music and drama. \nThe founding members and earlier generations of dancers received much encouragement and inspiration from the late Marion Kirk Jones\, an ASU dance professor\, who mentored hundreds of dance students and acted as a consulting director for Desert Dance Theatre since its beginning in 1979. Marion had contributed as a choreographer\, artistic director and administrator on its board of directors. Her previous dance experiences included: dancer in the Lester Horton Dance Company\, trained with modern dance pioneers –  Martha Graham\, Doris Humphrey\, Hanya Holm\, Ted Shawn and Louis Horst; and trained at the School of American Ballet with George Balanchine\, Anatol Oboukhoff\, Pierre Vladimiroff and Muriel Stuart. \nBillbob Brown\, a founding member\, was the Artistic Director of Desert Dance Theatre for the first 10 years. Then Marion Kirk Jones served as the Artistic Director with Lisa R. Chow as the Assistant Artistic Director/Company Manager and Renee Davis as the Rehearsal Director/Costumer. A few years later\, Lisa R. Chow assumed the role as Artistic Director and continues to do so with Renee Davis and Step Raptis as Associate Artistic Directors. \nChow and Raptis created other opportunities for dancers and musicians through various interdisciplinary outlets\, such as Crossroads Performance Group and Step’s Junk Funk. \nSPECIAL GUEST HONOREES \nCatherine “Rusty” Foley has served as Executive Director of Arizona Citizens for the Arts since July 2011\, after serving on the organization’s Board of Directors since 2003. \nMs. Foley has had an extensive career as a communications and public affairs professional and community leader\, including 25 years with Salt River Project (an Arizona water and power utility) as a government affairs representative\, and later\, an executive manager in communications\, community relations and corporate philanthropy. \nShe has been the chair of Valley Leadership\, Arizona’s premier leadership development program; a vice president of the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce; chair of the Phoenix Historic Preservation Commission; chair of the Experience Matters Consortium\, and a board member of the Valley of the Sun United Way and various other civic and community service organizations. \nAs an arts advocate\, she’s also served as a board member of Arizona Theater Company\, Childsplay and the Phoenix Art Museum Corporate Council. She was the Phoenix Arts and Business Council’s 2007 Arts Board Member of the Year\, received Phoenix Theatre’s “Women Who Care” award\, 2009\, and was the Arizona Capitol Times 2012 Leader in Public Policy for Arts and Humanities. \nIn 2018\, she received the Raymond G. Van Diest Music Advocacy Award from the Arizona Music Educators Association\, and was recognized by the Museum Association of Arizona with its 2019 Community Support Award. \nShe is also a member of the Americans for the Arts’ State Arts Advocacy Network. \nFloyd Alvin Galloway\, a native of Rockford\, Illinois\, is a long time Arizona resident.  He is a freelance reporter\, photographer\, entrepreneur and all-around troublemaker. He is the owner of Great Press America\, a media relations company and the host/producer of The Alvin Galloway Show\, Sundays\, on Radio Phoenix. \nAs a freelancer\, Galloway has been a contributor to Minority Engineer Magazine\, Arizona Informant Newspaper\, Trice Edney News Wire service and other media outlets\, including WVON’s Perri Small Show. \nHe has been a news junkie since his early childhood\, reading the local newspaper with his father before his father\, a factory worker and union organizer\, left for work early in the morning. Some of his journalist heroes were Gordon Parks\, Vernon Jarrett\, David Brinkley and Chet Hundley\, Charlene Hunter-Gault among others. \nA community advocate\, he has served in leadership positions in civil rights and community organizations. He is the past Board treasurer of the Arizona Center for Disability Law\, and continues to serve on the ACDL board. Mr. Galloway is very active in his church\, Historic Tanner Chapel AME Church\, serving in numerous auxiliaries including Trustee Board\, Jubilee Choir\, Boy Scouts\, Men’s Day and others. \nMr. Galloway led the reactivation of the East Valley Branch of the NAACP in AZ with the late Min. James Toppin in 1993. Served as East Valley NAACP President for nearly 10 years\, instituting numerous programs and initiatives during his tenure. He is a former NAACP Western Region 1 Resolutions committee member of the NAACP Nat. Convention. \nHe is the recipient of several awards including inaugural Si Se Puede – Cesar Chavez Community Service award in 2001\, the East Valley NAACP President’s award recipient twice\, African Methodist Episcopal Man of Thunder award 2013\, the National Council of Negro Women- Metropolitan Phoenix Chapter’s Man of Valor awardee in 2013\, Hon. Coy C. Payne Man of the Year award 2015\, Society of Professional Journalists Sun Valley Chapter – Silver Key award recipient and others. \nThe father of Jessica Nia Anne\, and the grandfather of Jordynn\, his 5 year old granddaughter and year old grandson  Elias\, they are the joys of his life. Mr. Galloway’s motto is: “It’s a great day to make somebody’s day great!” \nJohn Henry Waddell\, born in Des Moines\, Iowa in 1921\, began teaching art to adults when he was 16. After Army service\, he achieved his MFA and MAE from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Waddell headed art education at the New Bauhaus in Chicago\, then at Arizona State University\, before retiring from university teaching at age 40 to allow full time for his mostly figurative art. \nIn 1963\, the church bombing in Birmingham\, Alabama that killed four young black girls\, prompted Waddell to create a memorial monument entitled “That Which Might Have Been\,” a grouping of four bronze figures\, representing the women these little girls might have grown up to be. This work\, now displayed at Carver Civil Rights Museum\, marks a turning point in Waddell’s work. Though earlier he had been a social significance painter\, representing the ills of society\, his interest now turned to the beauty of  individuals\, and later\, to their potential for positive interaction. \nIn 1964 Waddell and his family moved to Greece with a commission to create the public sculpture “Family.” During the following two and a half years\, he exhibited his work in Athens. \nAs Waddell’s work in groupings of figures continued\, the need for more studio space and creative serenity took him further away from America’s art centers and deeper into the remote wilds of the Southwest landscape. Here he built a magnificent studio. Apprentices came from all over the world to study with Waddell. The 12 over life size figure composition “Dance” was completed here. \nAway from changing modes of the art world\, Waddell entered what would be the most prolific period of his life thus far. He has sculpted over 150 life size\, and over life size bronze figurative sculptures\, many small figures\, as well as paintings and drawings. \nIn 1984 a devastating fire burnt his studio to the ground. All of Waddell’s sketch books from childhood on up\, many paintings and sketches\, the family home and the plaster molds that would have made multiple castings of his work possible – were destroyed. Nine months later\, the Waddells had built a new studio\, and “Generations\,” a new monumental sculptural grouping was in progress. \nIn 2007\, tragedy struck again\, when eight over life size sculptures\, a decade in the making\, were stolen and melted down into scrap metal. John and Ruth Waddell\, now in their eighties\, made the decision to use their savings to recast the stolen grouping\, “Generations.” It is this will to persevere\, as well as their unique dedication to a life in art\, that continues to lure many artists\, patrons and interested individuals of all ages to the Waddell studio and sculpture garden year round. \nIn 1997\, at the age of 76\, Waddell began his third major multi-figure relief: “Rising.” \nIn 2007\, Waddell revealed an image of this new relief at San Diego Museum of Art\, where he had been invited to speak on the later stages of creativity and his experience\, at the age of 86\, of working toward completion of this epic relief. \nFor more information call Desert Dance Theatre\, 480-962-4584 or go to www.DesertDanceTheatre.org. \nDDT 40 Poster 5-2-2019
URL:https://www.azdancecoalition.org/event/desert-dance-theatre-turns-40-making-dance-history-in-arizona/
LOCATION:Arizona Heritage Center\, 1300 N. College Avenue\, Tempe\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraising Event
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