In this exhilarating workshop, students learn to overcome physical and mental boundaries, exercise their creative abilities, and cooperate with others through techniques of movement, storytelling, and partner balancing. Working individually, in groups, and as a class, students invent new body shapes, learn basic acrobatic skills, and play games that will transport them to fantastic worlds […]
This ground-breaking assembly focuses on student involvement in the American Civil Rights movement through dance, audience participation, and a variety of interactive activities. They tackle racism, segregation, and the struggle for freedom in a safe, family friendly atmosphere of Hip Hop. Students hear the words of Dr. King, learn how nonviolent direct action helped end […]
Join four dancers on an epic journey charting the exciting evolution of Indian dance. This dynamic performance focuses on the explosive rhythms found in Indian classical and folk dance, which eventually gave rise to the globally recognized Bollywood dance and music of today. Students celebrate the diverse culture of India in this immersive demonstration of the […]
The connection between dance and literacy is illuminated with enchanting music, live narration, colorful costumes, and audience interaction as students join the six company dancers of Nimbus Dance Works on a journey around the world. Time-honored stories such as the “Wizard’s Garden” and “Honor Among Thieves” hailing from Sweden and Majorca are explored through dance […]
What can we do together that we can’t do apart? The four performers of Almanac Dance Circus Theatre tumble, climb, fly, and fall in a physical language of storytelling in action. Students understand character education concepts like trust, teamwork, and support through this visual display fusing acrobatics, storytelling, and daring physicality. Audience participation is encouraged […]
This all-male dance company combines athleticism and artistry to engage audiences in a unique, fun, and interactive dance experience. Imagination and creativity abound as students are treated to dynamic expressions of movement and learn how dance comes to life, exploring rhythm, shape, dynamics, and more.
Students will amaze themselves as they learn basic moves and create their own choreography by exploring the American art form of breakdancing. Created in the 1970s by New York’s youth, the dance form is an engaging and exciting way for young people to express themselves, have fun, exercise, build confidence, and work as a team. […]
The teaching power of partner dance comes to life in this character-building workshop. Students grow self-esteem and social awareness and discover and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Latin America through an in-depth exploration of social dances such as Salsa, Merengue, Cha-cha, and Bachata. Ballroom social graces, teamwork, and collaboration are reinforced each step of […]
Inspire positive change in young people through an exploration of the roots of hip hop culture. This ensemble of dynamic and energetic dancers use breakdancing and abundant audience participation to explore hip hop’s rich cultural history and how underserved inner-city youth changed the world. The performance focuses on youth empowerment, diversity, creativity, and working together, […]
This workshop gives students a hands-on experience exploring the elements of dance to make connections across the curriculum, enhance independent thinking skills and confident decision-making, and expand social skills. As students jump, twist, and bend, their creativity flows and nurtures their ability to discover new language, enhance ideas, and collaborate with others
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