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Third Thursday
on Guadalupe
April 21st
6 – 10pm
Come share
the excitement!
We’ll entertain you,
woo you,
delight you,
and show you
what a locally-owned neighbor can be.
Dancing, Bands,Prizes,
Street Performers,
Refreshments
and more!
Fun for all ages!
Styled after SoCo’s 1st Thursday, Guadalupe businesses
North of the drag
(on Guadalupe from 24th – 38th)
are joining together
to create a
carnival atmosphere
fun for all ages.
Participating businesses include:
Movin' Easy, Rock Dog, I Luv Video, Spiderhouse, Wheatsville, InStep, Johnny Rockets and more …
Locally owned businesses
help keep our culture unique
and our economy thriving.
Shop independent merchants
and keep your dollars in Austin.
Sponsored by AIBA.
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Dancing,
Prizes,
Good Times,
Shopping,
Music,
and more...
Be with your community
of Austin dancers at ...
Third Thursday
on Guadalupe
6-10pm
April 21st
Enter our monthy drawing to win tickets to performances, events and more!
April Drawing:
"PINNACLE OF MOTION"
A swirling array of dance talent, choreographic skills and nationally/internationally acclaimed works that ebb within the ranges of Dolly Parton to Bjork.
This exciting eclectic collection
premiers a new work by Dixon Mena, Company alumnus and New York City based artist, presentation of restaged works by Fred Benjamin (Alvin Ailey American Dance Company) and Stephen Mills (Ballet Austin) and Company works by Melissa Villarreal, Ananda Moss, Amberlee Cantrell and Zenobia Taylor.
Performances for "PINNACLE OF MOTION" are set for the Dougherty Arts Center, 1110 Barton Springs Road on April 28-30, 2005 at 8:00 p.m. curtain and our matinee performance at 2:00 p.m. curtain May1, 2005.
www.balleteast.org
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Light / The Holocaust & Humanity Project
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A unique community partnership that promotes
the protection of human rights against bigotry
and hate through art, education and public dialogue.
Apr / 01-03 / 05 www.balletaustin.org
KillSport
spank dance co.
blue theatre
thurs-sat 8pm, sun 2
through April 3rd
927 - 1188
Spring of Hearts Bellydance Show
with Z-Helene and more!
Saturday, April 2nd @ 8
Austin Youga 1122 S. Lamar
This event celebrates renewal, rebirth
and open hearts full of love, compassion
and joy. Come ready to give up anything
that is holding you back from living fully
in the present moment. Get your Spring
started on the riight path towards bliss and ecstacy!
"THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE”
AND “A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM”
These magical stories, brought to life by over 40
Austin area dancers, will captivate young children as
well as adults. The Conservatory Dance Theatre
presented “The Austin Children’s Nutcracker” for
sold-out audiences last December.
The Dougherty Arts Center
1110 Barton Springs Road Friday, April 22nd, at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 23rd, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 24th, at 2:30 p.m.
Call (512) 989-3363 to charge tickets or for more
information. www.Austin-Conservatory-Arts.com
"PINNACLE OF MOTION" is a swirling array of dance talent, choreographic
skills and nationally/internationally acclaimed works that ebb within the
ranges of Dolly Parton to Bjork. This exciting eclectic collection
premiers a new work by Dixon Mena, Company alumnus and New York City
based artist, presentation of restaged works by Fred Benjamin (Alvin
Ailey American Dance Company) and Stephen Mills (Ballet Austin) and
Company works by Melissa Villarreal, Ananda Moss, Amberlee Cantrell and
Zenobia Taylor.
Performances for "PINNACLE OF MOTION" are set for the Dougherty Arts
Center, 1110 Barton Springs Road on April 28-30, 2005 at 8:00 p.m.
curtain and our matinee performance at 2:00 p.m. curtain May1, 2005. All
children 12 and under enter free of charge to the matinee. Admission is
$10.00 for adults and $6.00 for Senior Citizens and children 12 and
under. For tickets/reservations, please contact the Box Office at
474-TIXS. General information may be obtained by contacting Rodolfo
Mendez at 385-2838, e-mail: mendestein@juno.com or visit our website at
www.balleteast.org
Who: Kathy Dunn Hamrick Dance Company
What: Spring Concert of original modern dance works
When: Saturday, April 30 at 8pm and Sunday, May 1 at 5pm
Where: State Theater, 719 Congress Avenue, Austin
Tickets: $15 general admission, $10 students and seniors
Information: 891-7703 or www.kdhdance.com
Kathy Dunn Hamrick Dance Company presents a concert
of original modern dance works, with special guest
Alma Esperanza Cunningham of San Francisco. Two award-winning choreographers host an
evening of athleticism, expression and wit.
Global Harmony Love's Infinate Mystery
A musical performance by Atash featuring
musicians and dancers from around the world.
This performance shall take place in the
beautiful west Austin hill country, in the
acoustically superior Temple Theatre
at Helm Fine Arts Center, on the campus of St.
Stephen's Episcopal School (2900 Bunny Run),
starting at 8pm, April 1 and 2.
Advance tickets are available online at
www.austix.com or by calling 474- TIXS.
Jazz Ballet Company of Austin
Jazz & Tango - a coming of age story set in Argentina
Blends the mystery and romance of Argentine Tango
with the Classicism of contemporary ballet.
April 21st - 23rd at Scottish Rite Theatre
19th & Lavaca - 3 & 8pm $12
presented by Dance Arts Studio 442-2300 | | | | |
Flamenco with Olivia Chacón
Lucila's Dance Studio, 1700 S. Lamar.
www.oliviaflamenco.com
Flamenco I: Basic Flamenco for Beginners
(Technique and Choreography)
Sundays 6:00-7:00pm, Tuesdays 7:00-8:00pm
This class is intended for students new to flamenco,
those with less than 1 year experience, or more
advanced dancers looking for a refresher course.
Students learn the basics of flamenco posture,
hand and arm movement, footwork, and dance styles.
Technique is reinforced through exercises and
choreographies including rumbas, tangos flamencos,
colombianas, fandangos and sevillanas.
Flamenco II: Beginner/Intermediate Technique and Choreography
Sundays 7:00-8:00pm, Tuesdays 8:00-9:00pm
Flamenco II is for students with a minimum
of 6 months flamenco experience who are
looking to advance their studies more rapidly.
A firm grasp of basic technique is required.
The class includes the basic techniques learned in
Flamenco I, with progressively more complex
rhythms, footwork, and choreography.
Choreographies and improvisational techniques
for Bulerías, Alegrías, and Soleáres will be taught.
Mother/Daughter Nia & Creative Movement Playday
Girls Ages 8-11 & their Mothers
Sunday, April 17, 4:00 – 5:30 pm
Body Vida 1115 S. Congress Ave
(512)447-9900 www.bodyvida.com
$15/couple with pre-registration, $20 at the door
Space is limited, so call early to register!
Moms and daughters, spend some time together
experiencing the joy of movement, music, and play!
Nia is a great way to get in shape, reduce stress,
improve self-esteem and body image, and have FUN!
No experience necessary.
Ballet Austin
Open (Teen/Adult) Division
Ballet and Modern classes for teens and adults.
Beginner through Intermediate/Advanced level classes.
Eleven-week session, June 6-August 20.
www.balletaustin.org
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Annual Tribute to Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers
Saturday, April 30th
UT Union Ballroom
Registration & Tickets #: 23-CLASS
$15 door/ $12 advance
Workshops, dance, demonstrations and live orchestra.
Dress up like Fred & Ginger encouraged!
Presented by Dance International www.dancein.org
Learn to Dance Austin
8910 Research Blvd.
Ricardo Moncada, Over 24 Years Professional Experience
April Classes include:
Country Two-Step on Mondays
Jitterbug Swing on Tuesdays
Argentine Tango on Wednesdays
Latin Salsa on Thursdays
For class times and levels:
www.learn2dance.com
info@learn2dance.com
512-450-0200
GoDance offers dance classes for every style...
Tango, Salsa to Two-Step ...
Group classes, workshops & more! www.godance.cc
Salsa out on the town! Copa Bar and Grill (upstairs at Buzios)
Salsa Dance Lessons 9pm on Fridays followed by open dancing with DJ Fabian. Saturday nights are Salsa with DJ Alvaro Aguilar at 10pm
217 Congress Ave 479-5002
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Mother/Daughter Nia & Creative Movement Playday
Girls Ages 8-11 & their Mothers
Sunday, April 17, 4:00 – 5:30 pm
Body Vida 1115 S. Congress Ave
(512)447-9900 www.bodyvida.com
$15/couple with pre-registration, $20 at the door
Space is limited, so call early to register!
Moms and daughters, spend some time together experiencing the joy of movement, music, and play! Nia is a great way to get in shape, reduce stress, improve self-esteem and body image, and have FUN! No experience necessary.
Ballet Austin Academy
Summer Programs
Children’s Program
Creative Movement, Pre-Ballet
and beginning Ballet classes for 3-10 year olds.
Six-week Session, June 6-July 16. Summer Camps
KIDSTAR (ages 4-8 )
is a creative hands-on performing and fine arts camp.
Each week the kids are immersed in creative movement, drama, storytelling, music, singing, painting and collage, all integrated through a common dramatic theme. Each week concludes with an informal mini-performance for family and friends.
Dates and titles for 2005 Summer Camps will be:
June 6-10 (mornings) ~ Miss Spider's Tea Party
June 6-10 (afternoons) ~ Miss Spider's Tea Party
June 13-17 (mornings) ~ Where's Your Smile, Crocodile?
DANCE DISCOVERIES (ages 5-10)
is designed to let young children experience dance on many levels. Each week the dancers will explore the evolution of a dance style and the aesthetic of each form in the context of the historical moment of its origins and its relationship with other art forms and cultural values of the period. Each week concludes with an informal mini-performance for family and friends.
Dates and titles for 2005 Summer Camps will be:
May 31-June 4 (mornings) ~ Ballet Fairies
August 1-5 (mornings) ~ Dancing Around the World
www.balletaustin.org
Creative Movement/Nia Class for Girls Ages 8-11
Thursdays, 4:30-5:30pm, April 7 – May 12, 2005
6 weeks/$60
Body Vida Studio (1115 S. Congress Ave)
Call 447-9900 to register, www.bodyvida.com
Nia is an expressive fitness program that combines dance, yoga, and martial arts to provide a safe, fun, effective path to
health and wellness. Different from other dance forms, Nia incorporates the pleasure principle and can be adaptable to all
fitness levels and body types. This class integrates funky, eclectic music, movement, and games to assist girls with
getting fit, improving self-esteem, and loving their bodies!
Facilitated by Elissa Shapiro, Clinical Social Worker, Nia Instructor and owner of Body Vida Studio.
8th ANNUAL INSIDE OUT STEELBAND FESTIVAL
One World Theatre 7701 Bee Cave Road 512.330.9500
Tues, April 12 @ 7 pm $15
www.insideoutsteelband.com
Students from the One World KidsReach program, Inside Out,
perform along with world-renowned steel pan artist Liam Teague.
Approximately 45 students aged 12-18 participating from
Covington Middle School and Bowie and McCallum High School
have been studying the steel pan throughout the school year
with One World sponsored artist, C.J. Menge.
In this final performance, the kids take the One World stage
with Liam Teague, an award-winning steelpan player from
Trinidad & Tobago. Together they will play traditional Caribbean
style music as well as a diverse blend of rock, jazz, and classical selections.
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