MONKEY DANCE is a documentary film about three teens coming of age in Lowell, Massachusetts. Children of Cambodian refugees, they inhabit a tough, working class world shadowed by their parents’ nightmares of the Khmer Rouge. Traditional Cambodian dance links them to their parents’ culture, but fast cars, hip consumerism, and good times often pull harder. … Continued
New works and repertory favorites by Massachusetts choreographers Ali Kenner Brodsky and Betsy Miller. About Ali Kenner Brodsky: www.alikennerbrodsky.com About Betsy Miller: www.betsymillerdanceprojects.com
Moving Steps Foundation is a dance company comprised of previously incarcerated women and women in recovery. Moving Stories integrates live storytelling, music, and dance, to create a full-evening performance addressing the epidemic of addiction and over-incarceration within our community. Stories written and told live by cast members, enhanced by original choreography and music. Cast: … Continued
Over 200 students perform an exciting program of tap, hip hop, jazz, ballet, contemporary, Afro-contemporary and Latin dance. Choreography by Kara Fili, Anh Le, Kelly McAuley, Carla Otero, Kristen Duffy Young, and student choreographers.
Come experience the magic of Flamenco with renowned NYC-based company, A Palo Seco, as they present their most recent show, Nuestro Flamenco! By combining traditional techniques with modern, metropolitan flare, they innovate contemporary Flamenco dance at every turn. Wine and cava cash bar (21+) and complimentary appetizers from 7-8pm!
Join us for a performance with the New Philharmonia as Boston Ballet School Advanced students perform excerpts from The Nutcracker with a live orchestra! Family orchestra performance for all ages.
Longtime Merce Cunningham collaborator Charles Atlas will be talking about his film career. Charles Atlas has been a pioneering figure in film and video for over four decades. Atlas has consistently extended the limits of his medium, forging new territory in a range of genres, stylistic approaches, and techniques. Throughout his production, Atlas has fostered important … Continued
Join us for an afternoon of free activities! You’ll meet Boston Ballet School expert faculty, hear the story of The Nutcracker, and take a picture with The Nutcracker bear!
The City of Boston invites you to a community discussion about the future of The Strand. There are strong competing priorities, all of which are worthy, but in order to ensure that The Strand renovations will meet the needs of the small and mid- sized companies such as The Porch, Praxis, Actors Shakespeare Project, Sleeping … Continued
Join the Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers as they share stories of both their history and modern culture in a performance that culminates with a full audience powwow in honor of Native American Heritage Month.