Imagine an art event where instead of looking at objects on walls we look at each other; where instead of going to see art, we become it; where people can convene, converge and celebrate what makes us both unique and unified. This is the inspiration behind MassQuerade Ball 2017: Convergence, an inter-generational, cross-cultural exhibition of … Continued
Events
Open Rehearsal: Tony Williams’ Rock Ballet
Tony Williams Ballet Company (producers of the Urban Nutcracker) will open their studio for public viewings of our rehearsals in progress for “Color of Life,” a brand new rock ballet set to Ken Nordine’s Jazz Album, “Colors” mixed with a medley of rock music favorites from the past 60 years. In conjunction with the Oberon … Continued
Pairing II: An Interactive Dance and Food Event
If biting into a caramelized onion tart with Gruyere and thyme while watching a dance called “Kneading” sounds interesting, then don’t miss “Pairing II”. Continuum Dance Project is creating a sequel to its extremely successful 2015 site-specific interactive dance and food event which took place at a unique Victorian house. “Pairing II” reunites choreographers Adriane Brayton … Continued
MetaMovements and Salsa Sundays at Ryles unite to bring our Salsa In The Park (SITP) vibe indoors. This fundraiser includes Salsa and Rueda De Casino dance lessons by MetaMovements starting at 6:30pm, followed by social dancing with DJ Rob Suave, live percussion instruments, a food buffet and more! MetaMovements’ Salsa In The Park is an innovative … Continued
For Artweek, this Spontaneous Celebrations After Dark MetaMoves dance party promotes health, wellness, community and cultural awareness through music and dance, bringing all kinds of people together to dance, regardless of dance experience, genre preference, background or age. Enjoy music corner/drum and dance circle with special guest percussionists, performances, a free salsa lesson with MetaMovements, timba … Continued
The History of Greek Dance
Irene Savas, president of the Boston Lykeion Ellinidon, and an array of talented performers transport us through history of Greek dance from ancient times to the present. Combining commentary and demonstration, the program will share the diverse forms and distinct regional characteristics of Greek dance. Come see and appreciate the color, movement, and significance of … Continued
TIMBAerobics & Latin Logic Band
MetaMovements and Spontaneous Celebrations present TIMBAerobics & Latin Logic at the annual Wake Up The Earth Festival! Join us for a free outdoor Latin dance party with Timba (dance) lines with MetaMovements and live music by Boston’s own Latin Logic! Moving to the rhythms of Cuba and Puerto Rico, TIMBAerobics is a fun and newly … Continued
Across The Ages Dance Project is pleased to announce their 7th annual Performance. This year’s show features works by Yo-el Cassell, William Evans, Adrienne Hawkins, Meghan McLyman, Lynn Modell, Jenny Oliver and Erica Schwartz. We have 40 dancers participating this season, ranging in age from 7- 81! Across The Ages Dance has had the privilege of hosting … Continued
ArtWeek Boston presents Party for Tomorrow an evening of performance, visual art, and celebration to benefit Neighborhood School During a time of protests, sit-ins, teach-ins, and political upheaval, it can be easy to get burnt out – and to forget that art is also a crucial component of creating the future we want to see. … Continued
Done Waiting will feature work set to the music of Tom Waits by Lorraine Chapman with her Lorraine Chapman The Company, Peter DiMuro/Public Displays of Motion, Jessie Jean Stinnett, and Prometheus Dance Company. The Saturday show will feature the only in town performance of Prometheus Dance Company. Special for ArtWeek, join us for a talk … Continued