With the electric choreography of Jean Appolon, and set to the music of Haitian legend Toto Bissainthe, ANGAJE is a full-length production inspired by the struggle against homophobia and the power of Haitian folkloric culture in the fight for justice. In Haitian Creole, “Angaje” means “committed” or “engaged.” A talk back with Appolon and … Continued
Events
Subject:Matter presents Some Pulp, a collaboration between big band composer Steve Bass and Subject:Matter director/choreographer Ian Berg. Some Pulp is an evening of new and exciting tap dance and superb swing music for a Boston audience.
An informal showing of the residency collaboration between Prometheus Dance:Tommy Neblett, Diane Arvanites, and visual artists Robert and Shana Parkeharrison: http://www.parkeharrison.com Collaborating artists/dancers: Naoko Brown, Danielle Davidson, Alexander Drapinski, ArVejon Jones, Flora Kim, Callie Chapman Korn, Shoshana Moyer, and Jacob Regan Lighting Design: Stephen Petrilli Stage Management and Artistic Support: Jayne Murphy
The Peabody Essex Museum and BoSoma present 101 days of gestural performance in the museum’s headlining exhibition. Dancers will respond to sculptures by Auguste Rodin (1840-1917), including masterpieces such as “The Thinker,” “The Kiss” and “The Hand of God.” Performances will take place daily from 11am to 4:30pm for the entire run of the exhibition. … Continued
José Mateo Ballet Theatre’s season finale concert – Light To Dark – will take you on a journey to the darker depths of the human psyche. Selected from the repertory to highlight the range of complex musicality of his works, Mateo’s Dark Profiles (2001, Beethoven) and Bach to Bach (2003, Bach) are visually stunning and … Continued
The Boston Conservatory’s First Annual Senior Dance Performance will showcase the talent and artistry of the senior dance students at The Boston Conservatory as well as the choreographic talent of the senior dancers who have chosen an emphasis in creating choreography. Along with works by the senior choreographers, this show will include work by Boston … Continued
The Annual OnStage Dance Company Arts Marathon brings together artists—dancers, acoustic musicians, stand-up and improv comedians—from the Somerville/Cambridge/Boston area to perform, celebrate, and promote our many talents. Doors at 6; First act at 6:30. Entry open throughout the night. Food, Snacks, Beverages + Raffle Prizes *** This is an 18+ event. 21 ACTS including: Cambridge … Continued
In its fourth season of creating innovative and engaging dance theatre, Reject Dance Theater presents: THE SHOW. This production represents the culmination of a year of deep collaboration. This season we decided to support our dedicated dancers by commissioning their work. THE SHOW will premiere three new pieces: two from the NYC company and one … Continued
Fred and Ginger Night at the BCA with Dance Caliente!
Plaza Theatre at the BCA
Participatory Dance | Performances Dance Caliente is back to teach us new moves! We’re channeling the king and queen of Hollywood glamour through vintage ballroom. We’ll provide mini-lessons and demos so you can glide across the floor with your newly acquired footwork. No prior dance experience or partner required! Registration includes a complimentary drink and snacks. Long dresses and … Continued
Martha’s Dance Artist Salon at the BCA – hosted by Marcus Schulkind
Mills Gallery at the BCA
Open Conversations A community-led conversation, Martha’s Dance Artist Salon was created so Boston area dancers and choreographers might come together to share knowledge about contemporary dance as it is practiced and presented around the world. Each session is led by a host who offers a short presentation identifying an idea or exemplar that they feel is important … Continued