Welcome to ADAD’s newsletter. You’ve been added to this list for one of three reasons: 1) You are a friend and supporter; 2) You encountered ADAD at an event, conference or meeting; 3) You recently corresponded with us via email.
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We will still continue to publish our quarterly web-based magazine, Hotfoot Online. The latest edition is available at: www.adad.org.uk/hotfoot, featuring hihglights of 2010 and some great news, articles and reviews.
Agile Leaders
The Agile Leaders Challenge is a professional development programme for dance and creative media professionals led by a consortium including ADAD, East London Dance and Ochee Design. In January, the programme kicked off with a weekend intensive. We whisked our group of 14 participants away to Highgate House in Northamptonshire for two and a half days of training, creative collaboration and really good food. The weekend included sessions on reflective learning, creative collaboration and innovation, led by a stellar team of trainers including Anamaria Wills (CIDA), Gaylene Gould (WriteTalkListen) and independent consultant, Theresa Beattie.
Over the next few months, the Agile Leaders will work in 4 teams to develop exciting new creative ideas, which will be showcased at Stratford Circus on May 26th, 2011. Agile Leaders is supported by the Cultural Leadership Programme’s Meeting the Challenge scheme.
Countdown to Bloom 2011
In 2011 ADAD’s Bloom Festival is back and will be bigger and better! With events taking place in Bristol, Leeds and culminating in September at Southbank Centre, London, you’re spoilt for choice.
Each event will feature exciting performances, open classes, discussions and more. Look out for further details and programme information in our next issue.
Photo by Irven Lewis: Participants in Caribbean Dance workshop at Clore Ballroom, Southbank Centre
Ailey 2 at the Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre
4th and 5th March
Ailey 2 bring an exhilarating and uplifting performance to Pavilion Dance in Bournemouth. As part of their first UK tour, the company will be performing the famous and breathtaking Revelations, alongside new works.
To celebrate this prestigious event, Pavilion Dance is hosting a mini-festival of events exploring ‘roots and routes’ leading to and from Africa, including a gospel sing-a-long, films and discussions, African dance classes and a spectacular performance of Greg Maqoma's Desert Crossings produced by State of Emergency. All for FREE with an Ailey 2 ticket!
“In all the dance world there is nothing quite like Revelations.” - The Washington Times.
For more information about the Ailey 2 tour, visit www.danceconsortium.com.
News and Events
We have just added a list of books on African and African Diaspora Dance to the website, we hope it helps with any future research or enquires you have.
If you have any up coming events and would like them to be added to either our our website or a future newsletter then please e-mail: info@adad.org.uk, it does not have to be dance related!
Next newsletter: April 2011
Re:Generations
One of ADAD’s highlights for 2010 was the Re:Generations International conference featuring a key-note address by U.S. dance scholar Brenda Dixon-Gottschild. The conference was hosted in collaboration with IRIE! dance theatre, State of Emergency Productions and London Metropolitan University. We opened the event with a site specific performance by Bristol-based contemporary African companyTolo Ko Tolo (pictured). Click here to check out our highlights video.
The next Re:Generations conference will take place in November 2012.
ADAD North
ADAD North was launched in July 2010, with the appointment of Lisa Thomas (pictured above) as Programme Coordinator. In October 2010, ADAD’s photographic exhibition took up residence in the Shine Centre in Harehills, Leeds where it will be on display until March 2011. ADAD North is hosted by Phoenix Dance Theatre in their new state of the art building. Lisa coordinates artist networks, schools workshops and regular dance classes and is currently planning Bloom North, which will take place in July 2011.
Tavaziva Dance
Double Take Spring Tour 2011
Double Take is an intensely courageous double bill surveying the impact of black dance and Bawren Tavaziva's contribution to the contemporary dance landscape in Britain.
Immerse yourself in this celebration of culture, hardship, agony, joy and celebration and be bowled over by the beautiful sounds of African vocalist Tsungai Tsikirai, singing live on stage.
For more information and tour dates please see: www.tavazivadance.com.
Fela! At Sadler's Wells
20th July - 28th August
Following its sell out success at the National Theatre last Month, Fela! is coming back to London! Tickets went on sale on January 24th and are selling fast! It is a joyous and uplifting celebration of Fela Kuti’s life. “The dancing is ecstatic, the music lifts the spirits, and the stage is alive with movement" – The Guardian
FELA! features Tony-award winning choreography by Bill T. Jones, who not only choreographed but also directed and co-wrote FELA! with lyricist Jim Lewis. It features an astonishing company of dancers and musicians and includes many of Fela Kuti's best known songs. The production is exhilarating and bursting with energy - it will leave you buzzing for hours.
To book tickets visit the Sadler’s Wells website or call the box office on 0844 412 4300.
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El Rumbon Cubano is back on Sunday 13th March
Join us for another night of sizzling Cuban salsa!
LIVE music from London's newest Cuban salsa band - the fantastic Timbache
Doors open 7pm, dance class 7.30-8.30pm
Join us to learn some HOT Cuban moves with Ariel Rios
We are delighted that Ariel is finally back in the UK - join him for the dance class,
then stay on for the party to welcome him back to El Rumbon Cubano!
Plus DJ Javier will be keeping the dance floor cooking with music and dancing til late
SPECIAL RUMBON BAR OFFERS ARE BACK AT NUEVA COSTA DORADA
Mojito / Cuba Libre �5
Corona �3.50
San Miguel / Ambar �3
Plus non-alcoholic cocktails:
Virgin Mojito / Pi�a Colada / Watermelon Punch / Ibiza Tropical �4
RUMBON ENTRY PRICES:
�7 in advance via Cubacheche website registration (excluding dance class)
�10 on the door (including dance class)
Nueva Costa Dorada
47-55 Hanway Street
London W1T 1UX
(nearest tube Tottenham Court Rd)
Delicious Spanish & Cuban food available till late plus great cocktails and well priced bar
Cubacheche would like to thank Cubana de Aviacion - sponsors of El Rumbon Cubano
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If you can't wait until next month's Rumbon - join us, DJ Javier, and Ariel Rios at
Baila Londres on Saturday 26th February
At Charlie Wright's International Bar
45 Pitfield Street, London N1 6DA (Old Street Tube)
We look forward to seeing you there!
Carlos and Olwen
Cubacheche
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Finally, another event that may interest you - our friends at Sun Bailante are launching a brand new night at Traffic Bar in Holborn this Friday.
With two rooms of music playing Zouk, Dancehall, Reggaeton, Latin, Funky, Soca, Hip-Hop, R&B, Merengue and much more.
Plus Reggaeton warm-up
Your DJs on the night: Jerome, Shakit & Friday
�8 on the door
or �5 on guestlist or before 11pm
9pm - 2.30am
Traffic Bar
Victoria House
1 Vernon Place
London WC1A 2EP
Enquiries 07921 891611
Check the Sun Bailante website www.sunbailante.com for more info
New York's outstanding young company Ailey 2 presents an exhilarating and uplifting dance programme on their eagerly anticipated first UK tour.
Formed in 1974, Ailey 2 is the young company of the legendary Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. The Company features 12 amazing dancers and is led by former Ailey dancer, Sylvia Water.
Ailey 2 draws together America 's best young dance talent, beautifully translating their strength, agility, grace and soul in stirring and powerful performances which delight audiences the world over. This acclaimed ensemble produces diverse dance repertoires which include Alvin Ailey's classic, Revelations, and thrilling new works by today's most in-demand choreographers.
22-23
February
Glasgow Kings Theatre
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25-26
February
Nottingham Playhouse
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1-2
March
Brighton Dome, Concert Hall
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4-5
March
Bournemouth, Pavilion Dance/Pavilion Theatre
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8-9
March
Truro, Hall for Cornwall
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11-12
March
Belfast, Grand Opera House
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15-16
March
Salford, The Lowry
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WORLD WIDE STREET DANCE FESTIVAL JUSTE DEBOUT HITS THE UK AFTER 10 YEARS!
YES, you read correctly! Juste Debout UK is FINALLY here and taking place this weekend.
International battle event with prelims (heats) taking place all over the world with winners from each heat competing in the GRAND FINALS in PARIS on Sunday 13th March.
CATEGORIES:
Toprock (1 on 1)
Locking (2 on2)
House (2 on2)
Popping (2 on2)
Hip Hop (2 on2)
But before we get there we have the UK prelim to get through!
Event: Juste Debout UK
Date: Sunday 20th February (battles)
Time: Registration for dancers (those entering battles) 11am-1pm, Event 1pm-Midnight
Venue: Camden Centre, Euston Road , London , WC1H 9JE
Price: £10-15 to compete (enter battles), £15 in advance, £20 on the door to spectate (watch the event)
Event: Juste Debout UK WORKSHOPS (with Locking, House, Popping, Hip Hop Judges)
Date: Monday 21st February
Time: 12-8pm
Venue: STUDIO 68, 68 Ewer Street , London , SE1 0NR
Price: £15 for 1, £25 for 2, £40 for all 4
For more information visit www.justedebout.co.uk and take a look at the flyer's and press release attached
Juste Debout UK is brought to you by
Vicki Igbokwe Creative Director of Uchenna Dance and Clara Bajado Company Director of InDaHouse
Flyer Design Keisha Oliver
Check out the FINAL trailer!
http://www.vimeo.com/19882311
Creative Team
Filming and Editing:
Pierre Jouvion (Independent artist) and
William Samuel Touitou from 'When We Were Kids' production company.
Song and Lyrics: Dunndee Frenglishconnexion
Music: Nicky Lars
Trailer 1: Kenrick (Boy Blue) http://www.vimeo.com/19564723
Trailer 2: Turbo (House That Jack Built) http://www.vimeo.com/19588028
Trailer 3: Kimberley (D2XS) http://www.vimeo.com/19588203
Trailer 4: Brooke (Plague) http://www.vimeo.com/19588491
Trailer 5: Swarf (Animaineax) http://www.vimeo.com/19588683
Trailer 6: Ivan (Birdgang) http://www.vimeo.com/19588939
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Vicki Igbokwe
Creative Director - Uchenna Dance
Choreographer - Uchenna Dance Company
www.uchennadance.com
FEBRUARY EVENTS
Resolution! Friday 11th at The Place Theatre
Juste Debout UK Sunday 20th and Monday 21st at The Camden Centre www.justedebout.co.uk
Serious About StreetDance Sunday 27th at the Indigo O2 www.seriousstreet.com
Join us on Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#%21/group.php?gid=53959557452&ref=ts
Follow us on Twitter
http://twitter.com/UchennaDanceCo
Member of the Independent Dance Management Network (IDMN) http://www.idmn.co.uk/members/vicki_igbokwe.htm
ADAD Trailblazer Winner 2007-2008 http://www.adad.org.uk/metadot/index.pl?id=23560&isa=Category&op=show
All;
Stuart Thomas Dance - GISMEN will be perfoming at the Cochrane Theatre on the Saturday, 12th March 2011.
Stuart Thomas Dance perfomed to a standing room only audience two years ago at the Cochrane Theatre...
When: Saturday, 12th March 2011
Time: Performance begins at 7:30pm
Price: £12/£10 concessions
Where: Cochrane Theatre, Southampton Row,Holborn, London
Transport: Holborn station
"...the storm was coming, dance had to go toe to toe."
"Combination of line to line, raw power and beauty.
Stillness in action."
The Cochrane Theatre
www.thecochranetheatre.co.uk
Box office: 0207 269 1606
See this link to attend.
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=158829874164509#!/event.php?eid=182201868483776
Keep on Dancin
Carolyn
Feedback33 is a Professional Dancers' Mentoring Forum set up by Sheron Wray.
An opportunity to take part in various dance techniques with teachers from around the globe. It is a chance to gain insights into the passions, challenges, and experiences of various artists and teachers.
Feedback33 with Judith Palmer Thurs 24 Feb @ London Studio Centre
Venue: The London Studio Centre, 42 - 50 York Way, London N1 9AB (adjacent to Lincoln Lounge)
African Dance with Judith Palmer, Thursday 24 February 2011, 7.30 -9.00pm.
PLEASE COME FOR CLASS REGISTRATION AT 7PM.
In this session, Judith Palmer will be delivering a Sindimba dance class. A traditional dance of the Makone people of the Mtwara region of Tanzania, Sindimba was originally performed as part of a private initiation ceremony. Following Tanzania’s independence, Sindimba has transformed into a popular social dance. There will be live drumming at this class. Female dancers - please bring a lapa (a wide piece of cloth) to tie around your waist and upper thighs.
Cost per class
£5 Members / £8 Non-members
Concessions*
£3 Members / £5 Non-members
* Concessions are open to students and to unemployed professional dancers only. ID/proof of status is required. To check if you qualify for the unemployed professional dancer concession, please phone number below.
Annual Membership fee
£10
NB: Places are limited!!! To book a place on this workshop please email Paula Allen at feedback33forum@gmail.com or phone: 07792236583.
FEEDBACK33 TEACHER’S BIOGRAPHY
Judith Palmer: Independent artist/Development Manager with IRIE! dance theatre, Judith is considered one of the UK’s most distinguished African dance tutors and consultant in African Peoples Dance. Judith’s career in African Peoples Dance started in 1984 when she attended dance classes at her local community centre. By 1986 Judith joined Adzido Pan-African Dance Ensemble and stayed with the company, as principal dancer until 1996. Since then Judith has taught both nationally and internationally and was associate lecturer in Dance and Culture BA (Hons) at the University of Surrey, Guildford from 1996-98. Judith joined IRIE! as Course Co-ordinator and African Dance lecturer in 2001. Currently Development Manager with IRIE! Judith continues to lecture on their Foundation Degree programme. Holder of an MA in Cultural Leadership, Judith is presently the interim Chair of the Board of ADAD. She is also a member of the Orishayomi Collective who recently performed as part of the final performance presented at the Re:Generations International Perspectives on Dance of the African Diaspora conference.
Feedback33 Dancers' Mentoring Forum: “Let's celebrate our differences by coming together"
London's most innovative Lambada Zouk class
returns to the Inn on the Green.
The most talked about warm up
Extensive work on musicality, connection,improvisation.
An Exciting selection of music branching from all genres in order to teach a
sensuous variation of Lambada Zouk.
Every Monday at the Inn on the Green, come to learn, get fit and enjoy this sexy
dance style
Inn on The Green
3-5 Thorpe Close
London
W10 5XL
Class starts at 7.30pm
Cost: £5
beginners,improvers
+
I will be teaching at the Spring Salsa Fiesta at the Seaview Holiday Park in
Weymouth from March 25th - March 28th. This event is not to be missed, with
excellent workshops and great shows run by one of the friendliest groups in the
salsa scene. For further information check out the Website
http://www.afrocuban.co.uk/ this event is one that you won't want to mis
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