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The Artist to Artist Master Class Series
features techniques of the dancemaker
The Dance Celebration Artist to Artists series is presented by
Dance Affiliates and Penn Presents. |
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Designed for students and aspiring professionals in the dance field
Seize the opportunity to examine contemporary dance from six/seven distinct perspectives. Discover new
performance techniques, and explore diverse methodologies with some of the best internationally-recognized
companies, artists and teachers. Meet the artists, gain new insights, and watch the magic explode on stage. All
programs are free and open to the public. Advance registration is required to participate. Observers are
welcome, space permitting. The master class series is in conjunction with the respective company’s performance
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To Register
- Review the schedule
- Select the company, master class and time
- Contact Maria Urrutia 215-717-6577 or murrutia@uarts.edu to reserve your place
- Check for time, date and venue
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Schedule-At-A-Glance
| Parsons Dance |
Friday, October 17 at 1pm |
| Rubberbandance Group |
Wednesday, November 5 at 1pm |
| Doug Varone and Dancers |
Friday, December 5 at 1pm |
| Lar Lubovitch
Dance Company |
Friday, January 9 at 1pm |
| Les Ballets
Jazz de Montréal |
Friday, February 20 at 1pm |
| National Dance Company of Spain 2 |
Friday, May 15 at 1pm |
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ALL MASTER CLASSES TAKE PLACE AT UARTS, TERRA BUILDING 211 S. BROAD ST.
TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE
CONTACT MARIA URRUTIA 215-717-6577
OR MURRUTIA@UARTS.EDU
For
further information contact Dance Affiliates at 215-636-9000 ext.
110
Anne-Marie Mulgrew, Education Director
annemarie@danceaffiliates.org
4701
Bath St. #46B, Philadelphia, PA 19137
Visit
our websites: www.danceaffiliates.org or www.PennPresents.org |
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“One of the great movers of modern dance.”
- New York Times |
Parsons Dance
Parson Master Class
Friday,
October 17 at 1PM
Taught by company member Abby Silva featured in May 2007’s Dance Magazine Recommended for Intermediate/Advanced dancers
The popular Parsons’ style is known worldwide for its speed, strength, humor, high-spirited
athleticism and movement invention. This contemporary class includes a Parsons warm-up
followed by across the floor and center floor combinations to live percussion. Participants will
also learn choreographed phrases from the company’s touring repertory.
www.parsonsdance.org
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“The newest breakout Canadian sweetheart on the international scene."
- The Globe
and Mail |
Rubberbandance Group
Workshop
Wednesday,
November 5 at 1PM
Taught by Victor Quidaja, Artistic Director Recommended for Intermediate/Advanced dancers
Are you interested in the raw dynamics of hip hop and breakdance and the subtleties of classical and contemporary
movement? Montreal-based choreographer Victor Quijada has been breaking down the barriers between these
different dance forms. The result has been the emergence of a unique idiom that has captivated audiences
worldwide. Join Victor Quijada as he guides you through a series of demonstrations, exercises, and movement
phrases.
www.rubberbandancegroup.com
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“Dance as nuanced as it is kinetically thrilling.”
- Newsday |
Doug Varone and Dancers
Master Class
Friday,
December 5 at 1PM
Taught by company member, TBA Recommended for Intermediate/Advanced dancers
Sharing a unique and expressive vision for teaching, the company has a strong following amongst
dancers and professionals and is a favorite at dance festivals and colleges. The company’s work
in dance, theater, opera, film and fashion explores an eclectic blend of contemporary, ballet, tap,
acting and voice. Participants will experience Varone’s emotional range, kinetic breath and
fluidity in this technique class to live piano featuring repertory selections.
www.dougvaroneanddancers.org |
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“A national treasure…”
- Variety |
Lar Lubovitch Dance Company
Lubovitch Modern Dance
Master Class
Friday,
January 9 at 1PM
Taught by Company member
Recommended for Intermediate/Advanced dancers
Known for his breathtaking musicality, lush romanticism and highly technical choreography, Lar
Lubovitch creates works for Broadway, stage, screen and Olympic ice-skaters. This modern dance
class will examine Lubovitch’s luscious, breezy and physically-driven movement vocabulary to
live piano accompaniment and may include phrases from his American masterpiece “Concerto
Six Twenty-Two ” and other works.
www.lubovitch.org
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““… wows audiences with their innovative, contemporary and easy-to-love programs”
- Edmonton Journal
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Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal
Contemporary Ballet and Repertoire
Master Class
Friday,
February 20 at 1PM
Taught by Company Member
Recommended for Intermediate/Advanced dancers
Have you ever wondered how an internationally-prized repertory company trains to do the work
by some of the world’s most eclectic and sought-after dancemakers? This class offers a glimpse
into the company’s practices. It will begin with a ballet barre to piano accompaniment followed
by the opportunity to learn excerpts from Italy’s hottest choreographer Mauro Bigonzetti’s
newest creation, “Rossini Cards,” a Philadelphia premiere.
www.bjmdanse.ca
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“It’s hard to imagine a better company. …With its flawless dancing, fresh inventive choreography and a wide range of hues and
emotions.”
- Times Union |
National Dance Company of Spain 2
NDCS2 Master Class
Friday,
May 15 at 1PM
Taught by Company Representative
Recommended for Intermediate/Advance dancers in contemporary ballet
This class examines the earthy stylings of celebrated European master choreographer Nacho
Duato. Maintaining a classical format, the class begins with barre work, followed by center floor
phrases and challenging combinations that move with ease and lush musicality to live piano
accompaniment. Participants can experience the training practiced daily by this extraordinary
company.
cndanza.mcu.es/English/ecnd2/cnd2_e.htm |
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