Six excellent dance troupes, drawn from young, talented dancers representing various countries showcase their “stuff”. This pool of talent represents a unique blend of youth, talent, training, and colorful traditional clothing. Many members of these group have performed at major events and won dance competitions. Some of the groups include the Philippines, India, Greece, Ireland, … Continued
Sounds of Korea is one of the best known Korean dance and music group in the United States. This New York-based Korean professional performing group consists of a dance troupe, an instrumental chamber ensemble, and a percussion ensemble. Sue Yeon Park. The Director of this program and well-known dancer and musician learned to dance and … Continued
Li Liu was born in the city of Shenyang in the Northeast of China. At the age of six she began her acrobatic training, and the following year she was chosen to attend The Chinese National Circus School in the capital city of Beijing. While in Beijing she trained for eight hours a day until … Continued
The concert includes teen and seasoned performers in works by BU faculty choreographers Paul Jackson, Margot Parsons, DeAnna Pellecchia, Shaina Schwartz and several aerial pieces by Lynda Rieman, Colleen Roddy, and Liz Roncka (bungee) Marin Orlosky Randow (silks) and Paul Jackson (trapeze); guest artists Ernesto Lea Place and Caitlin Quinn (aerial straps); and two pieces … Continued
Boston Ballet presents Giselle, a beloved full-length classical ballet. With choreography re-staged by Ballet Master Larissa Ponomarenko, exquisite costumes, and Adolphe Adam’s poignant score, the tale of Giselle is sure to stay with you long after you leave the theater. Giselle runs September 19-29 at the Citizens Bank Opera House. Tickets start at $37. For … Continued
NEYDEX is a youth centered, day of dance in a non-competitive atmosphere. Dance studios from across New England come together for a day of master classes, concert style performance education, and a formal performance showcase. Feedback on the performance is given privately by a panel of dance professionals. Feedback and panel scores are designed for … Continued
Pao Arts Center’s first Chinatown Presents performance of the season will kick-off with an evening of dance. We will be presenting classical and contemporary works from local artists in Boston questioning: How can we embody our identity through dance? Featuring works by Chhandika Dance group, Prakriti dance, Jennifer Lin and Yosi Karahashi, we will question … Continued
Boston’s 50th Chinatown August Moon Festival! Two stages with live performances of Chinese dance, music, and martial arts. Each year, CCBA organizes Chinatown’s August Moon Festival. Now in its 50th year, Chinatown’s August Moon Festival is a day-long event filled with cultural performances as well as Chinese calligraphy, arts and crafts, and various vendors of … Continued
It’s time to fire things up with the seventh annual Ignite festival! To celebrate Union Square’s sizzling food landscape we bring you an evening of international eats, fire throwers, roving entertainment, and a raucous celebration of global culture! And don’t forget to bring a contribution to the festival’s food drive, benefiting the Somerville Homeless Coalition! … Continued
During Boston Conservatory’s three-week Summer Dance Intensive (SDI), students study with Conservatory faculty and acclaimed guest artists in a program that offers the trademark Boston Conservatory combination of rigorous classical training and a cutting-edge approach to contemporary dance. Performances include excerpts of choreography by Paul Taylor, William Isaac, Sidra Bell, David Parson and Jim Viera.