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Diana seeks a female dancer/actor to perform in the The Big Range Dance Festival in Austin.

Description of the part is as follows:

I have been working with a dancer in Los Angeles who is not going to be able to make the trip with me to Austin. The piece I am doing has a duet section that I’d love to perform. Do you know any female dancers or actors in Austin who might be interested in being part of the work? I’d be seeking a slightly built mover–I carry this person on my back, so she needs to be petite–and someone who might be able to handle minimalist work.

The performance is The Big Range Dance Festival. I am performing in “The Dance Carousel” (presenting four 1 minute pieces). I will arrive June 28 (I hope). Rehearsal and performances will be the weekend of June 28-30.

For a little more info about the choreography–here is a video guide of an earlier version performed in Los Angeles this year.

  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3hsanhUD60

If you know someone who you think might be interested and available, would you please email Diana at des@aceweb.com

Austin Uptown Dance seeks a male ballroom and/or country western dance instructor for competition, performance and private lessons. Please contact Sherry Reynolds at 512.459.5678 or email your resume to austinuptowndance@att.net

Austin Uptown Dance is located at 8868 Research Blvd., #706, Austin, Texas 78758. For more info visit www.AustinUptownDance.com

WHO: David Justin and the American Repertory Ensemble

WHAT: Fast Approaching Swiftly Gone

An evening of concert dance and music. Produced by David Justin and the American Repertory Ensemble; brings together some of Austin’s finest performing artists to present award winning choreography and music.

WHEN: Wednseday May 23 @ 8pm. ONE SHOW ONLY!!

WHERE: Debra and Kevin Rollins Studio Theatre at the Long Center

TICKETS: Tickets on sale now at www.thelongcenter.org

MORE INFO: americanrep.org

ABOUT: David Justin and the American Repertory Ensemble are known for producing high quality, engaging, beautiful and moving experiences for audience. Capturing David’s eclectic contemporary vision founded in classicism, Fast Approaching Swiftly Gone expertly draws dance, music, design and technology into one evening of delight, wonder, joy and reverence.

Highlights of this program include Oblivion’s Ink, the stirring La Maja Dolorosa, Tosca String Quartet, and music by Martinu and Bach.¹

WHO: Alamo Arts Ballet Theater

WHAT: Alice! A Ballet Wonderland

WHEN: Saturday, May 12 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, May 13 at 3:00 p.m.

WHERE: Palo Alto College, Performing Arts Center Main Stage
1400 W Villaret Blvd, SA 78224

FOR TICKET INFO:  www.alamoartsballet.org
or Ballet Arts School (210) 344-9428
Adults $25, Children $15

ABOUT: Artistic directors Judith Gani and Julie Morton-Simpson have concocted a delight for audiences young and old with AABT’s first full-length story ballet, “Alice! A Ballet Wonderland.” The AABT company will be joined by guest artist Edward McPherson as well as thirty-two young dancers from area studios.

WHO: Bhumn Humnz Dance Ensemble presents

WHAT: Perpetual Emotion

WHEN: May 26 at 8pm and May 27 at 2pm

WHERE: AustinVentures Theatre in downtown Austin
501. w. 3rd St. Austin, TX

TICKETS: Visit www.bhumndance.com or call 813-380-6510 for tickets!

ABOUT: The concert features chroeography by Dominique Lomuljo, Shaneeka Harrell, Jonathan Campbell, Sarah Adeleye, Chelsea Ainsworth and artistic director, Cheryl Copeland. Here is a sneak preview of what you surely won’t want to miss!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6YYsbYhV-g&feature=results_video&lr=1&ob=0

WHO: Living Springs Arts presents

WHAT: Kairos: An Appointed Time…

WHEN: June 9, 2012

WHERE: 4411 Red River, Austin, TX 78751. Gym at the corner of 45th & Red River

ABOUT: This is Deborah Tate, Founder and Director of Living Springs Arts. We invite you come to our performing arts production entitled “KAIROS” on June 9th 2012. “Kairos” means a special moment of time and a window of opportunity. We will also have an art exhibition and vendors displays.

MORE INFO: To get more information on location, times and artistic presenters see attached flier and visit our website at www.livingspringsarts.com or call 512.712.8832
www.facebook.com/livingsprings
Email livingspringsarts@gmail.com

TICKETS: Tickets are available from me or any of the artistic presenters on flier and will soon be available to purchase online.

An Introduction to Silva Technique: A fusion of Brazilian dance, modern dance, and capoeira

Instructor: Leandro da Silva (Professor Alegria)

WHEN: Friday, May 11, 6:30 – 8 pm

WHERE: Ballet Afrique Dance Studio, Highland Mall, 2nd level (opposite Radio Shack) 6001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX, 78752

COST: $20 ($15 for students w/ID) — Cash only, please.

ABOUT: This class is designed to be an introduction to the basic concepts of Silva Technique. Previous dance experience is recommended, but ALL dancers and dance-lovers are encouraged to try out this class and experience this unique fusion of Brazilian dance, modern dance, and capoeira. Level: Intermediate.

What is Silva Technique?
Silva Technique is an exciting fusion of Brazilian contemporary dance styles with a strong emphasis on capoeira movements and modern dance foundations. It has been made popular by professional companies such as Dance Brazil and Mr. Da Silva’s own Silva Dance Company (NYC).

Watch a master class in Silva Technique with members of Philadanco Dance Company: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gr8C0_haaoA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMiqN1N_7b4

ABOUT LEANDRO DA SILVA (PROFESSOR ALEGRIA)
Leandro da Silva (Professor Alegria) was born in Salvador, Bahia (Brazil). He currently lives in New York City (NY), where he teaches capoeira (an Afro-Brazilian martial art incorporating dance and acrobatics) and Silva Technique, his own unique blend of capoeira and contemporary dance.

A capoeirista and professionally trained dancer of various styles, Leandro da Silva has toured internationally for several years as a member of the highly acclaimed company Dance Brazil (NY/Bahia), Brazarte Dance Company (Miami-FL), Cleo Parker Robinson Dance (Denver-CO), Orquestra Popular da Bahia (Brazil), and Ballethnic Dance Company (Atlanta-GA). He has also participated as director and choreographer of National Black Arts Festival (Atl-GA) and assistant choreographer of So You Think You Can Dance (Canada).

You can find about more about Leandro da Silva (Professor Alegria) at http://www.cadny.org/ or see the Silva Dance Company on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SilvaDanceCompany

WHO: Teacher Meg Brooker

WHAT: Isadora Duncan “Mother of Modern Dance” workshop

WHEN: Saturday, May 12th 1:30-3:00pm

WHERE: Tapestry Dance Studios – 2302 Western Trails Blvd., Austin, TX 78745

COST: $20.00

REGISTRATION: yelena.konetchy@gmail.com

ABOUT: Classwork consists of floorwork, barre, and locomotive movements as passed down through a living legacy of Duncan dancers, as well as improvisation accompanied by great classical music. Barefeet, practice tunics optional.

Class will be taught and hosted by former company dancer Meg Brooker. This unique workshop is great for the beginner and the advanced and is a one time event!

AND “Tunics in the Garden” – Duncan Dancing on Mother’s Day!
WHEN: Sunday, May 13th 2:00pm

WHERE: Umlauf Sculpture Gardens – 605 Robert E Lee Road Austin, TX 78704

COST: $3.50 for Adults, $1.00 for children, Mothers FREE!

ABOUT: Fourth Generation Duncan Dancer Meg Brooker with The Dance Theatre to perform at the Umlauf Sculpture Gardens on Mother’s Day! Dances will include works by the performance repertory company, the Girl’s School of Austin, and dancers from the Adult ongoing Duncan classes here in Austin.

Other ongoing arts events will be presented throughout the day as well! Please come and enjoy!

WHO: Austin Conservatory of the Arts/Austin City Ballet is hosting a master class in Hip Hop and Jazz with Lindsey Saiz!

WHEN: Thursday, May 17th from 7:30-9pm

COST: $12 for students at ACA/$18 for walk-ins

Master class flyer-Lindsey Saiz 2012

ABOUT: Lindsey hails from Northern Illinois and has performed with Ciara, Lil Mims and Lupe Fiasco and has assisted Sam Renzetti in the MTV series MADE. Her dance experience includes training in ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, contemporary and lyrical. She was co-captain of the Norther Illinois University Dance Team where she graduated from recently. Her dance teams were 4-time National winners of Starpower Talent Competition, 5-time National winners for Hall of Fame Dance Competition and 3-time National winners for Showstoppers.

MORE INFO: Click Here or visit http://www.austincityballet.org

WHO: Tapestry Dance Company

WHAT: 12th Annual Soul to Sole Tap Festival

WHERE: Tapestry Dance Company & The Long Center/Rollins Theatre

WHEN: May 28th – June 3rd, 2012

WEB: www.tapestry.org

ABOUT:  Tapestry Dance Company presents its annual festival of rhythm with the week-long 12th Annual Soul to Sole Festival and First Annual Choreography Conference bringing dancers from around the country to the home of the International Tap Association – Austin, TX!

Over 75 master classes, nine choreography courses, tap jams, panel discussions, “The Process” – 11 in depth lecture/demos that go into the mind of the artists, participant showcase and two exciting concerts at the Rollins Theatre/The Long Center celebrate this indigenous American art form!

This one-of-a-kind festival brings swingin’ jazz and hundreds of feet keeping time to the pulse of this wonderful and indigenous American art form! A celebration of rhythm at its best!

May 28th – June 3rd
Classes, Courses & Festival Events at Tapestry Dance Company Studios, 2302 Western Trails Blvd. Austin, TX 78745

June 1st, 8:00pm
Rhythm Showcase at Rollins Theatre/The Long Center

June 2nd, 8:00pm
Friends in Time Faculty Concert at Rollins Theatre/The Long Center

Registration & Information at www.soultosole.org