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Milwaukee Ballet recreates Miguel de Cervantes' classic tale of chivalry and romance, "Don Quixote," October 12-15, 2006. The ballet will be staged by Artistic Director Michael Pink. For more information about the Milwaukee Ballet or to receive a season brochure, call (414) 902-2103. Information about the Milwaukee Ballet's 2006-2007 season may also be obtained online at www.milwaukeeballet.org...Ballet Florida's 2006-2007 season launches "Dazzlingly Dramatic," Eissey Program One, November 3 - 5, 2006, with a world premiere by Jerry Opdenaker, his third work commissioned by the company. Opdenaker, a veteran dancer with Ballet Florida for 14 years, retired in May 2006 to pursue his career as a choreographer. The program also includes Dominic Walsh's "Bello," featuring live music from the Mercury Baroque Ensemble, and concludes with Ben Stevenson's "Bartok Concerto."
Festival Ballet Providence Artistic Director Mihailo Djuric announced his Main Stage Season: Three productions at VMA and one production at PPAC. The main stage season opens October 20-22, 2006 at the VMA Arts & Cultural Center with a program of stunning Rhode Island premieres. Daniel Pelzig's one-act "The Princes and the Pea" is a delightful adaptation of the children's classic. The evening is completed by two works originally created for New York City Ballet by the renowned George Balanchine: "Allegro Brillante" and the "Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux." To order tickets contact www.tickets.com , 800.919.6272 , VMA Arts & Cultural Center box office 401.272.4VMA. For performance details contact Festival Ballet Providence at 401.353.1129, or www.festivalballet.com.
Ballet San Jose Silicon Valley has officially shortened its name to Ballet San Jose. Artistic/Executive Director Dennis Nahat and the Ballet Board of Directors approved the name change at a recent Board meeting. "When we first took on our rather long name in the fall of 2000, Silicon Valley was more recognized nationally than was the city of San Jose," said Nahat. "But people today are increasingly aware that San Jose is the heart and center of 'Silicon Valley'. They 'know the way to San Jose' and we are proud to be a part of this thriving hub of art and technology. And by the way...'Ballet San Jose' fits rather nicely on the marquee."
Ballet Arizona has announced that its 2006-07 season will feature an all new production of "The Nutcracker." The production, with all new scenery, new costumes, new lighting, and new choreography, will be given its world premiere on Saturday, December 9, 2006, at 7:30 p.m. at Symphony Hall...Billy Fajardo and David Melendez present the Puerto Rico Hustle and Salsa Festival, November 3- 5, 2006. Join the 1st annual Puerto Rico Hustle and Salsa Festival at the beautiful Condado Plaza Hotel and Casino. Dance by the Sparkling Freshwater Pool, while Sunning in Cool Caribbean Breezes. There will be exciting Jack and Jill Competitions, Pool Parties, Evening Dance Showcases, Hustle and Salsa Workshops, and Dancing until 4 am with DJs Bobby Morales and Nelson Torres for non stop fun. Make your risk-free room reservation before they are sold out and use discount code PRHSF. Rooms are $149 per night. Condado Plaza Hotel Casino, 999 Ashford, San Juan, 00909 PR; 1-800-468-8588; 1-866-317-8943; http://www.puertoricohustlesalsafestival.com
Dance Affliates, Philadelphia, presents Paul Taylor Dance Company, Oct. 19-21. For tickets, call 215.898.3900...Over the summer, the Leggz Ltd. Dance Ensemble performed at Walt DisneyWorld. The Ensemble, from Rockville Centre, NY, also performed at the famous Grucci Fireworks show. Sam Carrell and Brittany Evans, of the Leggz Ltd. Dance Ensemble, were the featured tap dancers in the Irish show, "Celtic Journey, at the Lakeside Theatre in New York. The show featured dancers from "River Dance," "Lord of the Dance," and world champion Irish Step dancers ...Scarsdale Ballet Studio, Scarsdale, NY, began in September with an international faculty. Director, Diana White, was a member of the NYCB for over 20 years, and she is joined by Russian trained ballerina, Anastasia Edery, a former member of the Bolshoi Ballet, and Pedro Ruiz, a former Principal with Ballet Hispanico for over 20 years. For more information about the studio and classes, please call 914.725.8754 ...Several prominent artists have been appointed to The Juilliard School dance faculty. They are: Banu Ogan (modern dance) and Roni Mahler (ballet and pointe)...Manassas Dance Company presents "Dracula," Oct. 28-29. For more information, call 703.257.1811 or visit their website at www.manassasdance.org
Christina Paolucci, former principal dancer of New York Theatre Ballet, has been appointed Associate Director of the Company...After a 3-year hiatus, internationally recognized artistic director, master teacher and coach, Shir Lee Wu, returned to Columbus, OH and opened her new ballet school, a state-of-the-art facility. For further information, call 614.384.0222 or 614.841.9399. You can also visit their website at www.ColumbusCityBalletSchool.com ... "One World, A Spectacular Global Celebration," Career Transition for Dancers' 21st Anniversary Jubilee, will be October 23rd at 7pm at the New York City Center, followed by an Anniversary Supper with the Stars at Hilton New York's Grand Ballroom. Gala tickets, which include the performance and a post-performance 'Anniversary Waltz Supper with the Stars, auction and dancing, are available. Sponsorships and tables are also available. Call 212.228.7446, ext. 33 or CTFD at 212.764.0172. You can get Show only tickets by calling CityTix at 212-681-1212 or online at www.nycitycenter.org
Dance Alive National Ballet performs "Carmina Burana," Oct. 13-14 and "Lady Bug: Action Hero," Oct. 15, both at the Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Gainesville, FL. Further on in their Season, they will also present their "Nutcracker," as well as a Ballet Gala in February and "Madame Butterfly" in March. For program information, call 352.371.2986
or visit them online at www.dancealive.org...The Washington Ballet opens its 2006-07 season Oct. 25-29 at the Kennedy Center's Eisenhower Theater with a triple bill of Company and world premieres, including its first acquisition of a Jerome Robbins work, a Twyla Tharp masterpiece and a collaboration between Septime Webre and Karen Akers.
The 8th U.S.A. International Ballet Competition took place from 17th of June to 2nd of July in Jackson , Mississippi. Along with the medals and several special encouragement awards, a new award by Ballet International was presented for the first time. The "Ballet International Award," an original bronze sculpture by renowned American artist Paige Bradley, features a female dancer gliding forward through a rising fabric spiral. Her movement is complimented by a male dancer soaring up through the center, creating a dramatic pinnacle in the piece. Adding fluidity and serenity, the organic spiral encompasses the dancers, harnessing the power, grace and unity that are so distinctive of the art of dance. The 1st Ballet International Award went to Isaac Hernandez of Mexico.
The Tallahassee Ballet announces Henry Hernandez as the new Artistic Director. Mr. Hernandez, a native of Venezuela , has performed in South America, Europe and Asia during his extensive dance career...Thodos Dance Chicago presents its second annual Fall concert at the Athenaeum Theatre, 2936 N. Southport, Chicago, on October 28, 2006 at 8 p.m. and October 29, 2006 at 3 p.m. The program will feature eight works from the company's repertoire, including three company premieres. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 312-902-1500, www.ticketmaster.com and through the Athenaeum Theatre Box Office at 773-935-6860. Group rates are available for groups of 10 or more by calling 312-266-6255.
Barnard Dance Department and Williamsburg Art Nexus will join forces to present Four World Premieres by women at the forefront of Contemporary Choreography.
When: Tuesday, OCTOBER 10, 2006 - 8:00 P.M. LIMITED ENGAGEMENT!!!
Where: Peter Norton Symphony Space (2537 Broadway at 95th St., NYC; 1/2/3/9 train to 96th St.)
Tickets: $20 General Admission
PHONE SALES (212.864.5400) -
Tues-Sun from 11am to 7pm and
WINDOW SALES - Tues-Sun from 12 noon to 7pm
WEB SALES - www.symphonyspace.org
SUGAR SALON's inaugural performance features four world premieres by women at the forefront of contemporary choreography: Bessie Award-winning Susan Marshall & Company alongside Yanira Castro + Company, Ivy Baldwin Dance and independent choreographer Dana Ruttenberg. SUGAR SALON, the result of an inspired collaboration between Barnard College and WAX, is a groundbreaking series dedicated to mentoring, nurturing, and presenting the next generation of women choreographers.