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WHO: Carlos Piñana and Pilar Andújar

WHAT: Body & Soul stands for the perfect combination of strength, lyricism and the deepest understanding of the art of Flamenco.
Carlos Piñana (guitar) comes from a long line of dazzling flamenco artists in Alicante, Spain. His five-member ensemble includes two guitarists, two dancers, and – by special request – his world-renowned brother, cantaor Curro Piñana. Carlos’ explosive style blends ultimate authenticity with contemporary idiom to create this unique Body & Soul project. Join us for a journey to Spain and back in one dynamic, colorful, magnificent evening of flamenco dance, music and song.

WHEN: May 16 at 8pm

WHERE: Long Center for the Performing Arts

HOW: To purchase tickets

WHO: Choreographies by Melissa Villereal, Dixon Mena, Juan Pablo Flores, Hailley Schwarz, Sheila Cruz, and Sharon Marroquin.

WHAT: Ballet East’s Spring production

WHEN: May 9 – 12

WHERE: The Dougherty Arts Center

HOW: http://www.balleteast.org

WHO: Ballet Austin Company

WHAT: Giselle is considered one of the “great” Romantic-era ballets, with a lead role so challenging it has been known to make and break careers. Featuring choreography by Jean Coralli and Jules Perrot and based on a poem by Heinrich Heine, Giselle tells the story of a beautiful peasant girl who finds true love in life — and death. Passion, betrayal, a battle with the Wilis (a group of evil female spirits) and ultimate redemption make Giselle a story that captures the imagination, generation after generation.

With live accompaniment by the Austin Symphony Orchestra, Giselle is a Mother’s Day treat that’s sure to be cherished. Ballet Austin last performed Giselle in the 2002/03 Season. Don’t wait another 10 years to see this pinnacle of classical ballet technique right here in Austin.

WHEN: May 10 – 12

WHERE: Dell Hall at The Long Center

HOW: http://www.balletaustin.org/atb/giselle.php

WHO: Blue Lapis Light is a site-specific aerial dance company founded by Artistic Director Sally Jacques in 2005. Jacques’ earlier works encompassed social, political, and spiritual themes, and these performances have evolved to explore movement through the air: extending boundaries, defying edges, and suspending graceful athleticism for the risk of igniting ephemeral beauty.

WHAT: Blue Lapis Light is excited to reprise this beautiful show on the Long Center’s City Terrace, featuring dancers on the ground and in the air. 2012’s nine-show run of Heaven~Earth~One was well-received by audiences and critics alike, selling out the weekend and final few nights. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance with your group to ensure you don’t miss this unique and fleeting show!

WHEN: May 19th – 26th at  9pm – 10pm

WHERE: The Long Center Terrace

HOW: http://bluelapislight.org/performances/

WHO: Tapestry Dance Company is holding the Austin event this year!

WHAT: National Tap Dance Day falls on May 25 every year and is a celebration of tap dancing as an American art form. The idea of National Tap Dance Day was first presented to U.S. Congress on February 7, 1989 and was signed into American law by President George H.W. Bush on November 8, 1989.Th e one-time official observance was on May 25, 1989. Tap Dance Day is also celebrated in other countries, particularly Japan, Australia, India and Iceland.

National Tap Dance Day was the brainchild of Carol Vaughn, Nicola Daval, and Linda Christensen. They deemed May 25 appropriate for this holiday because it is the birthday of Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, a significant contributor to tap dance.

WHEN: May 25 10am – 12pm

WHERE: Texas State Capitol

WHO: Visions in Rhythm (VIR) is Tapestry’s Pre-Apprentice Youth Company. VIR operates under the umbrella of Tapestry Dance Company’s Co-Founders, Artistic Director, Acia Gray, and Tapestry Educational Director, Deirdre Strand. This junior level company is directed by Stacie Stalmach

WHEN: May 4 at 12pm (open dress rehearsal) and 7:30pm, May 5 at 2pm

WHERE: Boyd Vance Theatre, George Washington Carver Museum (1165 Angelina St.)

HOW: https://www.tapestry.org/index.php?pid=124

WHO: BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Amy Bryant (chair)
Kevin Collins
Brent Hasty
Ron Berry
Marcy Hoen
Benjamin Serrato
Amy Holloway
David Landry

List of various artists here

WHEN: April 17-28

WHERE: Various venues around central Austin. Click here for map

HOW: http://www.fuseboxfestival.com

WHO: Rude Mechanicals is an ensemble-based theatre collective from Austin, TX

WHAT: Rude Mechs is currently embracing the fundamental beliefs underlying late-stage capitalism and indulging in our version of 1930′s Hollywood glamour. Part Pygmalion, part Busby Berkley, part self-help lexicon — all while tap-dancing around a queso fountain. Stop Hitting Yourself borrows from the plots of 1930′s musicals to dig into the contemporary conservative dilemma: how to honor steely individualism without disavowing the virtue of charity. Tap dancing, fine dining, and the missionary position will all be employed in order to help all Americans stop hitting yourself.

WHEN: April 4 – 21, 2013
Thursday – Sunday at 8 pm

WHERE: The Off Center (2211-A Hidalgo Austin, TX 78702)

HOW: http://rudemechs.com/shows/index.htm

WHO/WHAT: Singer, actress and comedienne, Michelle Cheney, brings her comedic and heartwarming show, I’m Not Afraid, to the intimate TexARTS Cabaret Series.  This evening of parody and humor will feature timeless songs from some of Broadway’s greatest composers including Kander and Ebb, Jason Robert Brown, Amanda McBroom and many more.  David Blackburn music directs.

WHEN: April 12 – 13 at 7:30pm

WHERE: TexARTS Kam & James Morris Theater (2300 Lohman’s Spur, Suite #160, Lakeway, TX)

HOW: http://www.tex-arts.org/michellecheney.html

WHO: Zach Theatre — Starring Megan Richards, Directed by Nat Miller

WHAT: This original retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic combines modern technologies and the ancient art of storytelling to put a new twist on this well-loved fairy tale.  Using  projections, fabric and a whole lot of theatre magic, the ocean comes to life (along with your imagination) in this one-person journey of love, sacrifice and courage.  For ages 6 and up.

WHEN: Saturdays: April 6, 13, 20, 27 and May 4, 11 at 11am and 2pm

WHERE: Zach Theatre’s Whisenhunt Stage

HOW: http://www.zachtheatre.org/show/the-little-mermaid