Dance Initiative Greater Manchester is proud to present as part of the Urban Moves International Dance Festival, (http://www.urbanmovesfestival.co.uk/ http://www.digm.org/ )
the first visits to the UK by
PARK Soon-ho Dance Project
AN Ji Hyung Dance Project
EDx2 Dance Company
In addition to their performances in the Urban Moves programme which runs from Friday 27th-29th July, 2012, we have a special one off workshop for professional dancers led by Soon-ho Park, himself.
Monday 30th July - Contemporary technique class and choreographic workshop with a focus on outdoor and sited work, for professional dancers and those wishing to work at a professional pace
Cost: £10 Venue: Z-Arts, Stretford Road, Manchester
Advance Booking & Payment Required - DiGM on 0161 232 7179.
Soon Ho PARK
Graduating from Han-sung University and its Graduate school in Korea, he completed a Choreographers' course of EDDC European Dance Development Center in Netherlands. He worked with Zapara Dance Troupe in Italy, and participated in many projects such as T.A.T Project, PACT Zollverein Atelier in Germany, as well as performances including The Anatomy of Extreme with Arepo Group, Crazy Kissof Tanzhaus and many more.
His recent works have been performed internationally at many festivals, including Dies de Dansa, Trayectos Zaragoza, Lekuz Leku festival, Contemporary Dance Festival in Poland as well as contemporary dance festival in UNAM, Mexico and this will be extended to Germany, Europe and Africa soon. His works convey the various images surrounding the relationship between nature and people. Focusing on the origin of the movements, he is interested that every subject has two different ends in itself. The critic Mark Ben from Netherlands referred him as transmitting 'the astonishing stimulation'.
Recently Soon-Ho Park received the best choreography award from The Korean Dance Researchers and Critics Association as well as ChangMu Arts Center.
You can also catch Park Soon Ho Dance Project choreographed by Soon-Ho Park at Urban Moves 2012
This has been made possible with support from Korea Arts Management Services.
Would you like to showcase your dance work on an Open Stage?
ADAD Open Stage is an in for mal plat for m for artists who work with for ms of dance of the African Diaspora. The event will take place on 20th and 21st August 2012 at The Africa Centre in London from 7.00 – 9.00pm.
ADAD is looking for artists working with for ms of dance of the African Diaspora to participate in ADAD Open Stage on Monday 20th and Tuesday 21st August 2012 from 7pm – 9pm.
Artists – Come and showcase your work in progress and receive feedback from your peers and a panel of dance professionals. Duration of pieces should be from 10 to 20 minutes.
Dance Lovers - Come and share in the development of new and exciting dance of the African Diaspora.
African, Jazz, Afro-fusion, Caribbean , Hip-hop, Afro-Latin……
This plat for m is open to artists at any stage in their career. Places on the plat for m are on a first come, first served basis. The application deadline for this Open Stage event in August is Friday August 3rd, 2012.
To apply please complete the ADAD Open Stage registration for m available at www.adad.org.uk, and return your application via email to: paula@adad.org.uk
Address for The Africa Centre:
38 King StreetCovent GardenLondon WC2E 8JT
Nearest station: Covent Garden
Sky 1’s ‘Got to Dance’ finalists Trinity Warriors performing live in Gloucester !
One of the UK ’s top dance crews, Trinity Warriors, is coming to Gloucester for Carnival day!
Trinity Warriors’ awe-inspiring performances brought them fame on the live final of Sky 1’s hit TV program ‘GOT TO DANCE’, when the celebrity judges hailed them as ‘word class’.
UK Hip Hop guru Kwesi Johnson, will MC the crew’s performance at 12.30pm in Kings Square on Saturday 28 July; and, from 4pm after the Carnival parade, audiences will witness a wealth of professional and local talent on the Dance Stage in Gloucester Park .
Performers include international touring professionals StopGAP and Gloucester-based UK Lindy Hop Champions Gary and Sara Boon (who were also shortlisted by the Got to Dance judges on last year’s programme!).
The Dance Stage is one part of arts activity designed to give a new lease of life to Summer in Gloucester and Carnival, which has been organised by a new Carnival Arts Partnership.
There’s plenty of chance to join in and get creative: with a range of dancing, drumming, facepainting and costume making tasters this weekend on 21 and 22 July in Gloucester Park.
Event producers GDance are also giving anyone, aged 8+, the chance to create their own parade dance, costumes and music at their bargain (£25!) Carnival Arts Course at Blackfriars Priory from 24 to 28 July. The deadline has been extended, and application forms can still be downloaded from http://www.gloucestershiredance.org.uk/.
Copyright © 2012 Gloucestershire Dance, All rights reserved.
Our mailing address is:
Gloucestershire DanceColwell Arts Centre
Derby RoadGloucester, Gloucestershire GL1 4AD
United Kingdom
3 days of Trapeze, Aerial silks and Cocoon with Upswing.
Upswing are delighted to announce 3 consecutive Saturday workshops in October.
Day 1- Sat 6th Oct, 11.30am - 5pm
Beginners Level, (Suitable for people with little or no prior experience).
Day 2- Sat 13th Oct, 11.30am -5pm
Beginners 2 Level, (Suitable for people who have attended Day 1, or the equivalent)
Sat 20th Oct, 11.30am-5pm
Intermediate Level, (Suitable for dancers, physical performers or people who have already completed days 1 & 2, or another basic aerial training).
The workshops will include a warm up, basic techniques in trapeze, aerial silks and cocoon (a loop of fabric that provides more support than silks). Participants will build on skills each week as the course progresses learning short sequences on each piece of equipment. The sessions will take place at the
St Vincent Community Centre in Brixton, which is a 5 min walk from Brixton Tube.
Prices of workshops:
1 day- £60
2 days- £110
3 days- £150
Note- bookings that are confirmed and paid by Sept 1st are subject to a 10% discount. Please email simona@upswing.org.uk
Professional Contemporary Dancers of African or Caribbean heritage needed to support live performance by Baaba Maal with choreography by Georges Momboye on Sunday July 28, 2012.
This performance is a part of the Africa Utopia season at Southbank Centre and presents a unique opportunity to work with two legends of African dance and music.
Rehearsals will take place during the week of July 23, with a full day technical rehearsal on Saturday July 27.
Performance fee - £150
Rehearsal fees to be negotiated
If you are interested, please send your CV to jeanette@adad.org.uk
Please see belowils of the forthcoming tour of VIGOUR by Keneish Dance, with all tour dates copied below for your information and onward issue to your mailing lists, websites etc.
Please note that VIGOUR will be performed in full for the first time on Monday 13th August, with excerpts only performed for two prior events in Bristol and Middlesbrough .
Your support is greatly appreciated.
Saturday 21st July, 1pm – Excerpt
Bristol Harbour Festival,
Dance VillageMillennium Square,
BRISTOL, BS1 5DB
Sunday 12th August, 2pm – Excerpt
MIMA (Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Arts)
Centre Square
MIDDLESBROUGH, TS1 2AZ
Monday 13th August, 8pm
ARC, Stockton Arts Centre
66 Dovecot Street,
STOCKTON ON TEES , TS18 1LL
Tickets: 01642 525 199
Saturday 15th September, 7.30pm
Pound Arts Trust
Pound Hill, Corsham,
WILTSHIRE, SN13 9HXTickets: 01249 701 628
Friday 5th October, 7.30pm
mac birmingham
Cannon Hill Park,
BIRMINGHAM B12 9QH
Tickets: 0121 446 3232
Friday 12th October, 7.30pm
Rich Mix
35 – 47 Bethnal Green Road ,
LONDON, E1 6LATickets: 020 7613 7498
Saturday 13th October, 7.30pm
Stanley and Audrey Burton Theatre, Northern Ballet
Quarry Hill, LEEDS , LS2 7PA
Tickets: 0113 220 8008
Friday 26th October, 7.30pm
Theatre Severn, The Walker Theatre
Frankell Quay, Shrewsbury ,
SHROPSHIRE, SY3 8FT
Tickets: 01743 281 281
Many thanks.
Rob Allen (on behalf of Keneish Dance)
M: 07946 526 295
E: rob@maintainperspective.co.uk
*** Bank Holiday weekend 25- 27th August 2012.***
HOW EXCITING!!
Frititi is leaving the big city and setting up (an indoor) camp, (have you seen the weather?), in the green, green fields of Wales: Set at the foot of the Preseli Hills, Pembrokeshire, from whence the Stonehenge stones hail, Iet Goch, our home for the 3 nights, is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The stunning Pembrokeshire Coast is within 20 minutes drive.
Once settled in, a weekend's training in dance, drum and song will commence. There will be discussions, debates, film and performances, as well several hours (per day) of the thorough and articulate teaching for which Frititi is renowned. Led by Master Drummer and Master Dancer, Nii Tagoe, this is an opportunity not to be missed for anyone who wishes to see their creativity move on to the next level. Nii's tuition will stir up the gift within you!
** PRICES **
£150 For Dance & Drum package, breakfast & dormitory accommodation
£170 For Dance & Drum package, breakfast & private accommodation
N.B. There is NO separate cost for Dance alone. Dancers will be encouraged to drum to facilitate understanding, 'hearing' and sensitivity of rhythms.
£120 Drum package ONLY, breakfast & Dormitory Accommodation
£140 Drum package ONLY , breakfast & Private Accommodation
Training without accommodation/breakfast £90.
***Arrival**
Friday 24th August
* Training:
African dance, drumming and song with conversation, videos and performances Saturday 25th, Sunday 26th and Monday 27th August.
* There are drums available or bring your own, just let us know in advance.
We are hoping if the weather is nice to do some training outdoors in the field and on the beach.
* Travel: Nearest train station is Clunderwen, returns from London around £40 if booked in advance. Driving from London approximately 4-5 hours.
** Accomodation: Included in fee, dormitory style sleeping and showers/toilets at Pentre Glas Isaf, 5 minutes walk from Iet Goch. There are 3 single or double occupancy rooms available at Iet Goch*.
Manor Bedw B&B is 5 minutes drive:
http://www.manorbedw.co.uk/index.asp
Holiday cottages for rental in Crymych which is 7 minutes drive. All needs booking well in advance due to the holiday season.
Locally: Nearest shop and pub at Glandy Cross 5 minutes drive/30 minutes walk (not recommended!). Nearest bank/shopping centre’s Cardigan or Narberth, 20 minutes drive away.
Facilities at Iet Goch: Ample Parking, wireless network, limited cooking and shower facilities.
Food: Lunch £5 Dinner £7 Needs to be booked in advance.
Places are limited and deposits necessary.
For further information or to book places contact Molara on 07966 902692 or molara@molara.co.uk or Dundunkini.gmail.com // 07949 761 589
THANK YOU AND PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD!
Greetings!
Salsateca World is bringing you back the summer this month with the continuation of Salsa Fiesta
restarting on Saturday the 21st of July 2012 at the fantastic Cuban Bar in London Moorgate.
We thank all the many people who recently enquired about Salsa Fiesta, after Texas Embassy building was suddenly sold/closed to be turned into commercial offices.
Salsa Fiesta is Back!
Salsa Fiesta is Back at the Cuban Bar every Saturday, re-launch on 21st of July 2012
Expect no less than world class teachers and virtuosos Latino DJs at this great and friendly venue located in the city. BRINGING YOU ONE OF THE BEST LATIN NIGHTS IN LONDON.
Learn More...
The 20-20 offer
For £20 you have 20 lessons of salsa and/or batchata. All levels included.
It's available until the end of September!
Mojito day coming soon!
Summer... Heat... Mojito!
Different mojitos flavours and cuban atmosphere waiting for you!
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