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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.

WHO: Ballet Austin

WHAT: Ballet Austin’s Romeo & Juliet

WHEN: 8:00 pm on May 11 & 12; 3:00 pm on May 13

WHERE: Dell Hall at The Long Center for the Performing Arts

TICKETS: $15 – $74 at www.balletaustin.org, 512.476.2163, Ballet Austin Box Office at 501 W. 3rd Street

ABOUT: Ballet Austin’s 2011/12 season closes with the timeless classic, Romeo & Juliet, at The Long Center for the Performing Arts May 11-13, 2012. Passionate pas-de-deux, dramatic sword fights and elegant ball scenes set the stage for the star-crossed lovers’ journey, while the Austin Symphony Orchestra provides accompaniment with Sergei Prokofiev’s compelling score.

Shakespeare’s familiar tale of Romeo & Juliet gets a breath of fresh air through Artistic Director Stephen Mills’ sleek yet complex choreography. When asked about his predominant message in his critically acclaimed version of Romeo & Juliet, Mills replied, “The ballet focuses on Romeo and Juliet’s purity of love: so pure, they saw past the struggle of their families.”

This Mother’s Day weekend, the romance comes to life through elaborate costumes, fluid movements, and breathtaking sets featuring an Italianate tapestry of stained-glass colors. Appealing to the romantic and the adventurous alike, Romeo & Juliet awakens the passions of the soul.

For tickets to Ballet Austin’s production of Romeo & Juliet, visit www.balletaustin.org

Family Dance Workshop – Romeo & Juliet
Sunday, April 29, 2012 | 2 – 3:30pm
Ballet Austin’s AustinVentures StudioTheater

See excerpts from Ballet Austin’s Romeo & Juliet, and create your own choreography with the help of Ballet Austin dancers. Recommended for ages 3 to 12 years old and their family members. Learn more or sign up.

Studio Spotlight – Romeo & Juliet
Thursday, May 3, 2012
12 – 1pm or 6 – 7pm — FREE
At Ballet Austin’s AustinVentures StudioTheater

Up-close, personal, and informal, Studio Spotlight gives guests a behind-the-scenes look at choreography and elements from Romeo & Juliet while it is still in the works: the perfect lunchtime break or happy hour activity. Free admission for those who RSVP. Learn more or sign up.

Footlights – Romeo & Juliet
One hour prior to all performances | May 11 – 13, 2012
At The Long Center

Enhance your experience at the ballet with a pre-show lecture and Q&A for all ages. See the last-minute preparations unfold in the background while gaining a unique understanding of the performance. Learn more.

WHO: Dance Institute presents

WHAT: Rasta Thomas’ Bad Boys Of Dance as seen on So You Think You Can Dance

WHEN: July 28 at 7:30pm

WHERE: At Westlake High School Community Performing Arts Center

TICKETS: www.thelongcenter.org or 512.474.5664 or CLICK HERE!

MORE INFO: http://danceinstitute.com/bad-boys-show.html

WHO: Tapestry’s Youth Ensemble, Visions In Rhythm presents

WHAT: We Are One VIR’s Spring Performance

WHEN: Saturday, May 5, 2012. Showtimes are 2:00pm and 7:30pm

WHERE: George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, Boyd Vance Theatre, 1165 Angelina Street Austin, TX 78702

TICKETS: $12 adults, $6 students & seniors, kids under 6 are free. Tickets on sale at Tapestry, 2302 Western Trails Blvd, 78745, 512.474.9846 or at the door.

MORE INFO: www.tapestry.org

ABOUT: The culmination of VIR’s season, this show explores the concept that many individuals can come together to create a whole that is greater than the sum of its parts, with each member contributing her unique strengths to the group. We Are One features multi-form works from 9 choreographers, as well as live music and a “crossover” piece with both VIR and Tapestry, Too! dancers. Tickets are on sale now at Tapestry or at the door (cash and checks only at the door please). DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO SEE THESE TALENTED YOUNG DANCE ARTISTS IN ACTION!

Women and Their WorkBenefit Bash 2012: A Bold & Beautiful One Night Event

Saturday, April 14, 8:00 PM

At the home of Honorary Chairs, Karen and Rick Hawkins, 1701 Stamford, Austin, TX 78703

Sponsorships are available starting at $300 and may be purchased online here. Tickets are $125 each and may be purchased online here, and by phone, 512.477.1064, or in our Gallery Shop.

Get your art on at an evening of high style, delectable edibles and drinks, a silent art auction & intriguing entertainment at the glamorous home of philanthropists Karen & Rick Hawkins. The Benefit Bash presenting sponsors are Katelena Hernandez Cowles & James Cowles & Community TechKnowledge.

Savories & Sips: Hearty Hors d’oeuvres & Sweets by Word of Mouth – Brash & Bold Cocktails starring Tito’s Handmade Vodka – Wine & Sparkling Water

Music & Moves: DJ Manny – Kathy Dunn Hamrick Dance Company – E.C. Jacobs

Silent Art Auction Artists: Candace Briceño, Susi Brister, Margarita Cabrera, Allison Hunter, Janaki Lennie, Beili Liu and Liz Ward.

Your support will help nurture the creative spirit of Women & Their Work, enrich the lives of thousands of schoolchildren through art education programs and maintain the vibrancy of art in our community.

For more info visit www.womenandtheirwork.org

Who: Kathy Dunn Hamrick Dance Company and NobleMotion Dance present

What: Scenes Flamboyant (and intimate)
A Modern Dance Concert Featuring New Works by Kathy Dunn Hamrick Dance Company and Guest Company NobleMotion Dance of Houston

When: April 26-28, 2012/Friday – Saturday, 8pm/Saturday Matinee, 3pm

Where: At AustinVentures Studio Theater, 3rd and San Antonio

Tickets: Adults $17/Students and Seniors $12/Tickets available online at www.kdhdance.com, at the door or by phone 512.934.1082

For more info visit www.kdhdance.com/performances.html or call 512.934.1082

WHO: Tapestry Dance Company

WHAT: Premiere of Aprils Fools

WHERE: The Long Center / Rollins Theatre

WHEN: March 30 – April 1, 2012
Show times are 8 pm on Friday, 2pm and 8pm on Saturday and 2pm on Sunday.

WEB: www.tapestry.org

Austin’s Own Tapestry Dance Company Premieres new work with “April Fools” Artistic Director Acia Gray presents new work in the midst of Asian expansion!

DESCRIPTION: In the midst of Asian travels and consulting for the People’s Republic of China’s new nationwide tap dance training system, Tapestry Dance Company’s Artistic Director Acia Gray is pulling out all the stops to present new and classic tap dance works of stage and screen with April Fools – a vaudeville style work with special guest Datri Bean and The Butter Bean Band.