Palm Desert Choreography Festival Presents the work of 23 Choreographers
by David Green - Aug 28, 2023
McCallum Theatre Education will present exciting original choreography by choreographers from across the nation and abroad at the annual Palm Desert Choreography Festival. This one of a kind festival, scheduled for Saturday, November 11th at 7pm and Sunday, November 12th at 4pm continues to promote dance as an art form by creating a platform for emerging and established choreographers and developing new dance audiences.
Sacramento Ballet Reveals 2023/24 Season, ESCAPE
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 2023
Sacramento Ballet has unveiled its 2023/24 season titled Escape featuring the long-awaited return of Sergei Prokofiev's 1945 classic Cinderella, with modern choreography by acclaimed Nashville Ballet artistic director Paul Vasterling. Sacramento's beloved holiday hometown Nutcracker returns along with cutting-edge programming via Visions and Innovations.
Ballet Idaho Presents ANTHOLOGY
by Stephi Wild - Mar 23, 2022
Get lost in movement and explore a constellation of smaller works that showcase Ballet Idaho as a whole at Anthology, an intimate series of six dance pieces that will take place on March 24-27 at the Boise State University Special Events Center located at 1800 W University Dr., Boise, ID 83706.
BALLET IDAHO Hosts Auditions for '22-'23 Cohort
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2022
Despite the challenges of a global pandemic, Ballet Idaho has leapt ahead in launching a unique trainee program which emphasizes individual mentorship alongside invaluable experiences of working and performing alongside Ballet Idaho company members to bridge the often-neglected gap between ballet student and company-ready professional.
Ballet Idaho Will Perform ANTHOLOGY Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 21, 2022
Ballet Idaho will perform ANTHOLOGY at Boise State University SPEC next month. Performances will run March 24 – March 27, 2022. An exciting survey of six works, nearly all of which will be world premieres. See new works by, Nicole Haskins, Alice Klock and Florian Lochner of FLOCK, and Ballet Idaho Artistic Director Garrett Anderson.
Ballet Idaho Presents ANTHOLOGY in March 2022
by Stephi Wild - Dec 28, 2021
An exciting survey of six works, nearly all of which will be world premieres. See new works by, Nicole Haskins, Alice Klock and Florian Lochner of FLOCK, and Ballet Idaho Artistic Director Garrett Anderson.
Sacramento Ballet Announces 2021-22 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2021
The Sacramento Ballet has announced its 2021-22 season calendar featuring contemporary, neo-classical & new works. In keeping with its theme of “Wide Open,” the Sacramento Ballet will present five diverse programs reflecting fresh perspectives, distinct choreographic voices & broad community outreach.
Fifteen World Premieres Headline Smuin's Choreography Showcase
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2021
Smuin Contemporary Ballet continues its inspiring tradition of encouraging company dancers to explore their creativity in its Choreography Showcase, an opportunity for audiences to experience a treasure trove of stunning world premieres ranging from humorous to heartfelt.
Smuin Announces CLASS FOR A CAUSE: DEMOCRACY IN MOTION
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces a special iteration of its popular Class for a Cause series to celebrate the centennial of the 19th amendment and honor the suffragettes who paved the way for women voters.
THE POETRY OF BEING Streams Free Courtesy Of Smuin's 'Hump Day Ballets'
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2020
Smuin Contemporary Ballet announces the next installment of its Hump Day Ballets series, featuring the release of a previously performed ballet from Smuin's repertoire. This week's release, offered for free streaming on Wednesday, April 8, 2020, will feature The Poetry of Being, introduced by choreographer (and former Smuin dancer) Nicole Haskins.
ODC Theater Announces Its 2020 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2019
ODC Theater, part of the most active center for contemporary dance on the West Coast, has announced the program for its 2020 Season, including the kick-off to ODC's 50th anniversary celebrations. Among the season's highlights are premieres by Larry Arrington, Deborah Slater Dance Theater, Funsch Dance, Garrett + Moulton Productions, Geoff and Dan Hoyle, inkBoat with Ann Carlson, Kinetech Arts, The Living Earth Show, Robert Moses' Kin, RAWdance, Amy Seiwert's Imagery, SFDanceworks and Bobbi Jene Smith.
Photo Flash: Smuin Wraps Up 25th Anniversary Season With Stunning DANCE SERIES 02
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2019
Smuin concludes its quarter-century celebration with a tribute to founder Michael Smuin and his vibrant works set to the music of George and Ira Gershwin, Peggy Lee, Nat King Cole, and others. The Best of Smuin will feature the return of timeless favorites such as the red-hot chair solo "Fever," along with highlights from Dancin' With Gershwin and more. Sharing the bill is the smashing world premiere of "Renaissance" by master dancemaker Amy Seiwert, honoring Michael's legacy as an innovator in ballet, dance, and beyond.
Smuin Brings Etta James, Rodin & More To Carmel & Mountain View
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2018
Smuin continues its 25th anniversary season with Dance Series 01, a dazzling program that pushes the boundaries of contemporary ballet. Acclaimed dancemaker Trey McIntyre returns to Smuin with Blue Until June, a thrilling tribute to Etta James. Continuing Smuin's long-time dedication to fostering new talent within the company is a trio of groundbreaking works first developed in Smuin's Choreography Showcase: Merely Players by Smuin dancer Nicole Haskins, Reflection by Smuin dancer Ben Needham-Wood, and Sinfonietta by former Smuin dancer Rex Wheeler. Dance Series 01 will also include Michael Smuin's timeless Schubert Scherzo, an effervescent dance set to Schubert's sprightly C-Major Symphony and The Eternal Idol, Michael Smuin's romantic pas de deux inspired by Auguste Rodin's iconic sculptures. Dance Series 01 will be presented February 1-2 at the Sunset Center in Carmel and February 21-24 at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets ($58-$76) are available by calling the individual venues (see below for details) or visiting www.smuinballet.org.