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Review: SW!NG OUT at The Joyce Theater through July 2-The Dance Highlight of the Summer
by Marina Kennedy - Jun 23, 2023

'SW!NG OUT' is now at The Joyce Theater through July 2 and wow, just wow! The beloved genre of Lindy Hop, the pre-eminent form of swing-Jazz, partnered dance is being presented at its very best with choreography and improvisation by Director, Caleb Teicher and the Braintrust in collaboration with ultra-talented dancers.

Caramoor Summer Season Opens With Audra McDonald & Orchestra of St. Luke, June 17
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2023

Caramoor officially opens its 2023 summer season on June 17 with a concert featuring vocalist Audra McDonald, alongside Orchestra of St. Luke's (OSL).

Penn Live Arts Closes 50th Anniversary Season With SW!NG OUT
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2023

Penn Live Arts (PLA) closes its celebratory 50th anniversary season with SW!NG OUT, a joyful presentation of Lindy Hop choreography and improvisation conceived of by audience favorite and tap superstar Caleb Teicher, along with their Braintrust of collaborators Evita Arce, LaTasha Barnes and Nathan Bugh, all set to live swing music by the Eyal Vilner Big Band.

The 92nd Street Y Adds Caleb Teicher And Veronica Swift To MIDSUMMER MUSICFEST Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2023

The 92nd Street Y, New York announces Caleb Teicher and Veronica Swift, the first-ever collaboration from the acclaimed dancer and vocalist, as part of Midsummer MusicFest, a new summer festival debuting this year in celebration of 92NY's 150th anniversary. 

AN EVENING WITH NORM LEWIS is Coming to 92NY in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2023

The 92nd Street Y, New York will present An Evening with Norm Lewis as part of Midsummer MusicFest, a new summer festival debuting this year in celebration of 92NY’s 150th anniversary.

Bryant Park Dance Party To Return in May With Dance Instruction & Live Music
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2023

A midtown tradition since 2014, Dance Party returns to Bryant Park this summer! Now entering into its ninth year, the beloved series offers park goers in-person dance events in a variety of styles throughout the first three weeks of May.

Caramoor Announces Summer Season Lineup Featuring Six-Time Tony-Winner Audra McDonald And More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2023

 Caramoor – long a byword for the transformative power of live music coupled with spectacular open-air venues, intimate indoor spaces, and world-renowned artists – officially opens its 2023 summer season (June 17–Aug 18; grounds open June 4) with a very special concert featuring stellar vocalist Audra McDonald, with Orchestra of St. Luke’s (OSL) led by Andy Einhorn.

Eyal Vilner's New Record, 'The Jam!' Released Today and Album Release Concert Announced At Birdland Jazz Club
by Grace Cutler - Jul 1, 2022

The Jam!, the latest sparkling release from the Eyal Vilner Big Band is out today. Multi-instrumentalist Vilner, founder and leader of one of New York's finest large ensembles, takes direct inspiration from New York's swing dance renaissance, presenting a selection of vibrantly swinging originals that further cement his status as an innovative voice on the modern day big band scene.

Latasha Barnes Presents THE JAZZ CONTINUUM On The Henry J. Leir Stage 
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2021

Internationally recognized Black American Social Dance Tradition-Bearer, LaTasha Barnes, presents The Jazz Continuum.

VIDEO: Works & Process Bubble Performance: Rhapsody In Blue For New York
by Alan Henry - Jul 13, 2021

To support the spirit of the city at a time of struggle, choreographer Caleb Teicher assembled an ensemble of dancers including LaTasha Barnes, Nathan Bugh, Gaby Cook, Abdiel Jacobsen, Jennifer Jones, and Macy Sullivan with acclaimed pianist and composer Conrad Tao playing live to create a new work that captures New York City in all its beauty and peril.

Works & Process at the Guggenheim to Resume Live Performances With 12 New Commissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2021

The performing arts series Works & Process has announced the return of live performance at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum as a part of New York state's 'Safely Bringing Back the Arts' pilot program.

Joshua Bergasse, Justin Vivian Bond, & More Join Works & Process Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2020

Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, has announced new initiatives and partnerships that collectively support performing artists and their creative process.

University of Minnesota's Spotlight Series to Explore Topics of Polarization and Identities
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2020

From politics to pandemics, religion to rural life, a trio of University of Minnesota partners have announced today that the 2020-21 Spotlight Series will focus on polarization and identities as the main topic of its six scheduled events.

Works & Process At The Guggenheim Announces WPA Virtual Commissions August Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 24, 2020

Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim has announced August premieres for Works & Process Artists (WPA) Virtual Commissions.

Works & Process At The Guggenheim Announces New Virtual Commissions
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2020

This weekend, Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, presented the premieres of new commissions from Eyal Vilner, Nathan Bugh and Gaby Cook.

Works & Process at the Guggenheim Announces WPA Virtual Commissions July Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2020

Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, has announced July premieres for Works & Process Artists (WPA) Virtual Commissions.

Works & Process Announces WPA Virtual Commissions June Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2020

Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, has announced June premieres for Works & Process Artists (WPA) Virtual Commissions.

WPA Announces Schedule Change; Will Present COOPED by Jamar Roberts Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2020

Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, believes in the transformative power of art. Tonight they will now highlight Cooped by Jamar Roberts, a Works & Process Artists #WPAVirtualCommission that premiered on May 24.

Works & Process At The Guggenheim Announces WPA Virtual Commissions June Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2020

Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, has announced the June premieres for Works & Process Artists (WPA) Virtual Commissions.

Works & Process at the Guggenheim Releases Virtual Commissions Schedule Through First Half of May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2020

To financially support artists and nurture their creative process during these challenging times, Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, announces Works & Process Virtual Commissions. With the generosity of our board, Works & Process will grant over $40,000 in commissioning funds to artists.