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Fire Island Dance Festival Presents Seven World Premieres And Hits New Fundraising Record

Seven world premieres were showcased at a recent event, raising a new record for the organization. The premieres featured diverse performances and highlighted emerging talent in the arts community.
Limited Tickets Remain for FIRE ISLAND DANCE FESTIVAL

Fire Island Pines hosts a summer cultural event featuring performances, art exhibitions, and community gatherings, celebrating the vibrant local arts scene.
Further Lineup Revealed For Fire Island Dance Festival

A balletic solo that has been enchanting audiences for decades, a jazz-infused solo featuring a rising Broadway dancer and world premieres from two innovative contemporary choreographers are among the pieces just added to this year’s Fire Island Dance Festival lineup.
Three World Premieres, Paul Taylor Dance Company, and More Set For Fire Island Dance Festival

One of the world’s preeminent modern dance companies, the first Asian American principal dancer in New York City Ballet history, the co-founder of an affirming online space for Black classical dancers, and more are among the first artists to join this summer’s Fire Island Dance Festival.
Video: Jada Kingdom Unveils 'Top Tier' New Song With Music Video

The evocative latest offering from the esteemed Jamaica-born singer dazzles with compelling lyrics and buttery vocals. The official music video premiered earlier and vividly brings to life the essence of 'Top Tier' as Jada showcases an alluring, superstardom energy that captures and captives viewers. 
Island SPACE Caribbean Museum to Present Panel Discussion on the Evolution of Jamaican Music

Join Island SPACE Caribbean Museum for a panel discussion on the evolution of Jamaican music. Industry experts will explore the roots and offshoots of reggae, discussing its impact and influences on global music.
Jada Kingdom Unveils New Song 'What's up (Big Buddy)'

The certified E-syde queen dominates on her fresh new music release as she contributes to the Dancehall Dutty Money Riddim produced by Jamaican hit-maker Rvssian (Vybz Kartel, Sean Paul).  Last week, the Jamaican-born singer and songwriter released her first song of the year, 'Those Days,' produced by Grammy-winning producer Di Genius. 
Jada Kingdom Releases Mesmerizing New Song 'Those Days'

'Those Days,' which samples renowned Jamaican reggae musician Sizzla's 1997 record, 'Just One of Those Days,' exemplifies Jada's powerhouse artistry from microphone to pen as a songwriter. Jada enriches the classic sample with a bold, breathtaking twist packed with mesmerizing storytelling and buttery vocals.
Director Jon Royal Selected As The SDCF 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Resident Artist At St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) announces that Jon Royal, a director, teaching artist, and facilitator from Nashville, TN, has been selected as the 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Resident Artist at St. Louis Black Repertory Theatre, where he will work with Founder and Producing Director Ron Himes.
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Reveals Mentor and Host Theatre For The 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Residency Program

SDCF has announced the host theatre for its 2023 Lloyd Richards New Futures Residency program: St. Louis Black Repertory Co (The Black Rep) in St. Louis, MO. Applications are being accepted now for a Resident Artist, who will be mentored by The Black Rep's Producing Director Ron Himes for one year while also undertaking their own artistic projects at the host theatre.
Fire Island Dance Festival Breaks Record, Raising $700,572

Fire Island Dance Festival raised a record $700,572 for Dancers Responding to AIDS, a program of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. 
Alan Cumming Will Host and Perform at Fire Island Dance Festival

Incomparable Tony and Olivier Award-winning actor and producer Alan Cumming will put his assorted talents to use as host of - and performer at - this year’s Fire Island Dance Festival when it returns July 14-16, 2023, to Fire Island Pines, NY. 
Fire Island Dance Festival Lineup Adds Alec Knight, Ray Mercer, Skyla Schreter, Taylor Stanley and More

The sublime roster of artists appearing at this year’s Fire Island Dance Festival now includes an experimental musician, acclaimed Broadway and independent choreographers and a New York City Ballet principal. Fire Island Dance Festival returns July 14-16, 2023, to Fire Island Pines, NY, with elevated performances on a picturesque stage on the shores of the Great South Bay.
Fire Island Dance Festival to Welcome Ahmad Joudeh, Parsons Dance and More

A Syrian-Dutch ballet dancer and humanitarian, an internationally acclaimed modern dance company and three emerging choreographers are among the first artists to be announced for this summer’s Fire Island Dance Festival. 
SDCF Receives $150K Grant From The Charles and Lucille King Family Foundation

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has received a $150K grant from The Diana King Memorial Fund presented by The Charles and Lucille King Family Foundation.
Harlem Stage Receives $750K From Charles and Lucille King Family Foundation

Harlem Stage has received a $750,000 grant from The Diana King Memorial Fund, presented by The Charles and Lucille King Family Foundation.
CTH Receives $1M Grant From The Charles and Lucille King Family Foundation

The Classical Theatre of Harlem (CTH) has received an historic $1 Million grant from The Diana King Memorial Fund presented by The Charles and Lucille King Family Foundation. 
Fire Island Dance Festival Returns In Person with Four World Premieres and Joyous Celebration, Raises $655,090 

With New York's Great South Bay as a breathtaking backdrop, an eclectic lineup of world-class dancers joyously led the unforgettable in-person return of Fire Island Dance Festival, the charitable and cultural event of the Fire Island summer. 
Catherine Hurlin and Miriam Miller Join Fire Island Dance Festival

Two of ballet’s most preeminent dancers, American Ballet Theatre principal Catherine Hurlin and New York City Ballet soloist Miriam Miller, are joining the luminous lineup of this weekend’s Fire Island Dance Festival, which runs July 15-17, 2022, in Fire Island Pines, NY. The annual event is produced by and benefits Dancers Responding to AIDS, a program of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
James Whiteside Will Host Fire Island Dance Festival This Weekend

Author, podcast host and American Ballet Theatre principal dancer James Whiteside will host this year's Fire Island Dance Festival, set for this weekend, July 15-17, 2022, in Fire Island Pines, NY.

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