Dear BDA Community, While I have no idea who comes up with some of the crazy ideas behind national theme days, yesterday just so happened to be National Wiggle Your Toes Day! At Boston Dance Alliance, we’re all about encouraging people to “wiggle it a little bit” but also recognize the importance of taking … Continued
Hello BDA Community, This year’s Olympic Games are making history in many ways, such as including Breaking for the first time. Team USA includes 4 break dancers (2 B-girls and 2 B-boys) who will compete August 9 and 10, respectively. Judges will compare two dancers at a time and score them considering 5 key elements: vocabulary, technique, … Continued
Dear BDA Community: Hope you’re enjoying summer and all of the season’s dance events–many of which are highlighted in this week’s Pro-Motion newsletter. The end of this week marks National Disability Independence Day. Consistent with the spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) law that it commemorates. Boston Dance Alliance (BDA) is proud to support … Continued
Hello BDA Community, As we groove through mid-July and navigate heat waves, I hope you’re finding ways to stay cool. One of my favorite parts of the summer is the opportunity to take a dance-centered trip. There are many opportunities this week to engage with dance as an observer or as a participant and some of … Continued
Dear BDA Community, Coming into July, we’re still riding high from Boston Dance Alliance’s 30th anniversary celebration late last month at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport. Three highlights from this major milestone event included: Honoring Debra Cash, the 2024 recipient of BDA’s Dr. Michael Shannon Dance Champion Award, Raising over $12,500 for BDA’s mission, … Continued
When we navigate transitions, we discover unexpected rewards. After the departure of BDA’s long-term Executive Director last year, a BDA Board committee searched for an interim replacement – someone to navigate new territory and point BDA in a new direction. Scores of resumes and Zoom meetings later, we hired Aaron Myers for the six-month period. During the … Continued
Hello BDA Community, This Thursday June 27th from 5-7pm on at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport, Boston Dance Alliance will celebrate its 30th anniversary and would love for you to join us as we commemorate this major milestone. Attendees can look forward to an opening series of dance solos, food & drinks, plus … Continued
Dear BDA community, Happy Juneteenth! I hope you get a moment to reflect on freedom, equality and the essential influence of black culture in dance. I also hope you are staying hydrated during this heat wave. If you’re like me and love the sunshine warmth, get some outdoor time and soak up the heat while it … Continued
Hello BDA Community, We’ve got TWO exciting things to share this WEDNESDAY! FIRST, we’re getting ready to celebrate BDA’s 30th anniversary on the evening of Thursday June 27th at the OMNI Boston Hotel at the Seaport. This special occasion will feature an opening series of dance solos, food & drinks, plus a chance to … Continued
Dear BDA Community, Happy Pride Month! I hope you make time to both celebrate love in all its forms as well as reflect on how we can move towards progress in inclusivity, justice and making sure everyone feels safe in every space. Specifically in dance spaces, in which many times we share vulnerable experiences, I … Continued