dance movements in an enjoyable, non- pressured, social environment in which live music energizes, enriches and empowers. TAMALPA DANCES WITH IU-HUI CHUA Sat, Apr 28, Kentfield, Tamalpa Institute Using the Tamalpa Life/Art Process, we will focus on developing fundamental tools of kinesthetic awareness and innovative choices in scoring, movement, and improvisation. Dancers of all levels are welcome. DAY OF DANCE FOR EVERY BODY Sun, Apr 29, Berkeley, Big Moves Celebrate all bodies with an afternoon of free beginner-friendly classes with the most joyful and body-positive instructors on the block. A dance conditioning program for the work- ing mover who wants to build strength and see results, through creative dance moves and high paced cardio. BHANGRA DANCE CLASS Tue, May 1, SF, Dholrhythms Dance Company The class is a one of a kind experience that will get your hips shaking, feet pounding, shoulders bouncing, while giving you a great cardio workout. Fun and easy to learn steps to Bhangra beats that will make you sweat and smile at the same time. DANCE JAM BERKELEY: YOUR SOMATIC- ECSTATIC AUDIO APOTHECARY! Fri, May 4, Berkeley, Dance Jam Berkeley Offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all ages. With music from the 60's to today, this is an un-facilitatated, "move-as- you-choose" event! MJDC OPEN REHEARSAL Thu, May 3, SF, Margaret Jenkins Dance Company The focus of the rehearsal will be prepara- tion for, Towards Forty-Five, Part I, which will be premiering at the Margaret Jenkins Dance Lab and San Francisco Conservatory of Dance in May. YSTYLE WITH YENI LUCERO Wed, May 2, Oakland, Flying Studios Introductory physical theater workshops for artists of all disciplines. Choreographer Deborah Slater will provide structure, guid- ance and support for you to learn new ways of creating work for audiences. INTRO TO DUNCAN DANCE Sun, Apr 29, SF, Mary Sano Studio of Duncan Dancing A free class in the dance techniques of Isadora Duncan taught by Mary Sano. OPEN REHEARSAL/IMPROVISATIONAL PERFORMANCE Sat, May 6, SF, Aura Fischbeck Dance Join Aura Fischbeck Dance as they research material for an evening length work entitled DUSK, and as part of their process they will be practicing/performing during the sunset at Ocean Beach. WAYS NOT TO DROWN Sat, Apr 28, SF, Deborah Slater Dance Theater
form of Argentine Tango as danced in Buenos Aires. Learn a code of movement that will get you started with this improvised dance.
Della Davidson Prize DAWN FRANK HOLTAN is a dance theater artist who creates collaboratively. Her work is always interdisciplinary, blending nonlinear stories with raw movement and live sound. An Oakland native, Bard College graduate, and former co-director of Frank and Bryan Dance, Dawn’s “poignant and unpretentious” early work was performed throughout the greater Bay Area, in New York, and abroad. After taking a thirteen year hiatus from directing in order to be with her children, Dawn is currently creating an original
STEP INTO THE WORLD OF GREEK DANCE Mon, Apr 30, SF, Greek Feet
Learn fundamental steps and distinctive rhythms in this introductory class. Discover the rich culture and spirit of Greek music and dancing. FLAMENCO WITH YAELISA Sat, May 5, Berkeley, Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center Start with Beginning Flamenco: for new or more experienced beginners to build founda- tion in rhythm, footwork and upper body dynamics. An intro class for the Bulerias follows. INTRO TO FOLK DANCES FROM INDIA Sat, Apr 28, Saratoga, Xpressions – Dances of India For ages 8 and up: Join us on a journey through India as we explore different folk dances and styles. Participants can join in a presentation at the end of the workshop enhanced with simple costuming. WHAT'S UP?! PERFORMANCE Wed, May 2, Berkeley, UpSwing Aerial Dance Company A studio showing of contemporary aerial dance that explores the magic of dancing on the floor and into the air. We will be dancing on the wall, in the air and every- where in between. A great class for teen or adult students who are currently attending ballet classes two times per week for at least one year. Taught by Claudine Naganuma with live accompani- ment by Roz Aronson. PARENT & ME DANCE CLASS (PARENTS AND CHILDREN AGES 5-9) Sat, Apr 27, Mill Valley, Performing Arts Academy of Marin Get moving to the beat, and challenge the co- ordination of your feet, while we do an active warm-up, learn a short duet routine, and finish with some fun hula hoop skills and games. This class is designed for one parent and one child (ages 5 - 9), but trios are welcome, too. Explore the fundamentals of various styles including Popping & Locking, B-boy\B-girl style, and more. This class is focused on learning choreography in a specially designed combination and self-esteem through free- styling to promote healthy living. DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE Thu, May 3, Berkeley, Berkeley Ballet Theater These classes are appropriate for anyone with Parkinson’s disease, no matter how advanced. No dance experience is required. Whether in chairs, at a barre, or standing, everyone in the class explores comfortable INTERMEDIATE BALLET Sat, Apr 28, Oakland, Danspace PUSHFEST SPRING KIDS HIP HOP (AGES 4-6) Thu, May 3, SF, PUSH Dance Company
evening-length performance with her newly assembled ensemble of friends. Cracking Open looks closely at moments of transformation – when our sense of self is shattered – and it will premiere at SAFEhouse Arts in 2018.
photo by Hans Holtan
The Della Davidson Prize honors the life and work of choreographer and teacher Della Davidson, by supporting innovative dance and dance/theater artists.
SJDANCECO FESTIVAL Sun, Apr 29, San Jose, sjDANCEco
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Sixty Bay Area dance organizations (from young children to professional companies and everything in between) perform over a 7-hour-plus program. Styles include Modern, Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Latin/rhythm, Classical Indian, World Dance, Swing, Belly Dance, Experimental, Folk, Ethnic, Street Dance/Breaking. APRIL FOLLIES SAME-SEX BALLROOM DANCE COMPETITION Sat, Apr 28, Oakland, Bay Area Same–Sex Dance Association Dancers of all ages and skill levels are invited to par- ticipate in this annual event, which includes a day full of competition followed by dinner, an evening show and social dancing!
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BAILE EN LA CALLE: THE MURAL DANCES 2018 Sun, May 6, SF, Brava! for Women in the Arts An annual event takes over the streets and alleys of the Mission to celebrate and preserve the neighborhood's living cultural heritage.
ROTUNDA DANCE SERIES Fri, May 4, SF, Dancers’ Group & World Arts West Alonzo King LINES
Dance Center presents choreography show- casing the talents of
their world class instructors, many with nationally known dance
companies. See per- formances by adult students from Alonzo King LINES Dance Cen- ter and LINES Education Programs.
SHOWGIRL AWAKENING 101: A TRANSFORMATIONAL APPROACH TO DANCE AND LIFE
Sun, May 6, SF, Showgirl Awakening Weaving together dance, psychological growth, and spirit - combined with sizzle, vivaciousness, glitter, ruffles, fringe, feath- ers, and shiny things. This workshop could be for you if you are drawn to dance, improv, costume-like-clothing and glitter as well as embodied movement-based practices. KOREAN TRADITIONAL FAN DANCE WORKSHOP Sat, May 5, SF, OngDance Company & School With instructors from Korea who have professional and certified dance skills and knowledge. We will provide fans for this workshop and also you are welcome to bring your own.
Kick-Off FRI, APR 27, 12PM City Hall Rotunda, SF
Join in with hundreds of movers! Led by Dudley Flores and Rhythm & Motion, this year's kick-off features a "silent disco adventure." It's a fun and easy game! Download or stream an audio track through the headphones of your smartphone and follow along with the simple movement instructions.
photo by Lydia Daniller
No previous rehearsal necessary!! After the "tour" ends and everyone's warmed up and smiling, the music starts for One Dance , a short dance sequence in Rhythm & Motion's trademark style of fun movement! One Dance is designed for movers of all ages and experience levels.
Find video tutorials and info on free rehearsals at bayareadance.org/kickoff
PUSH Dance Company / photo by Raissa Simpson
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