This week, we’re thinking about gratitude at Boston Dance Alliance. We are grateful for your involvement with the dance community and your artistry. We are grateful for the health of the regional dance scene, evidenced by the listings here (and every week) in our Pro/Motion newsletter. We are grateful for your membership, which allows us to … Continued
Happy World Kindness Day! We hope you will find and give kindness today and all week. There’s so much to be celebrated and so many opportunities to engage with dance in our community. Take a moment to find some happy news as well as dance events that spark your interest below. Remember to check your membership status … Continued
Happy Monday! Here’s an important reminder that tomorrow, Tuesday, November 7, is election day! Check your registration status and vote however you can. Your voice matters. As days get shorter and colder, the regional dance scene keeps up the heat. Scroll down to find events close to you and support the creatives who make each event happen. Don’t see your … Continued
The turning of the seasons reminds us of renewal of all kinds, and thoughts about what’s next. We’re thinking about renewal and the future too. Is your BDA membership expired? If so, you can renew today and receive the many benefits from your yearly FREE e-blast to help promote your next event, from holiday performances and donation … Continued
You may have noticed changes in our previous newsletter including events were listed from Wednesday last week to Tuesday this week. In order to best serve our community we will continue sending out our newsletter on Mondays with this Wednesday through Tuesday schedule. This way you’ll have more time to make arrangements to attend events that happen early each week. Please … Continued
Although leaves are falling, dance is picking up this season! The color of leaves aren’t the only things changing: we’re working on remodeling our weekly Pro/Motion newsletter to keep it filled with all the events and opportunities you’ve come to expect, while making it easier to navigate. You’ll find quick links to key sections. Also new: BDA … Continued
October is packed with dance that honor our diversity. May Indigenous Peoples’ Day offer a moment to reflect on the roots of our country and state. This week also reflects the end of Hispanic Heritage Month and continuation of Italian-American Heritage Month. If you are not yet a BDA Member, or have let your membership lapse, please consider joining at a … Continued
Dear Friend of Boston Dance: Boston Dance Alliance (BDA) is the region’s largest service organization that supports dance artists, companies, students, studios, audiences and everyone who makes up our dance community. Our Pro/Motion newsletter keeps you informed about what’s going on in dance in Boston and throughout New England. Show your support for Boston area dance by becoming a … Continued
Congratulations to Boston Dancemakers Residents Laila J. Franklin and Simon Montalvo. We also extend congratulations to this year’s BCA Dance LAB awardees Andrea Muniz, Cassie Wang and Gina Marte. Congratulations! to beheard.world and OrigiNation Cultural Arts Center recipients of The New Commonwealth Fund FY ’23 Pillar Investment grants! These organizations are working across one or more of the fund’s 5 pillar areas to advance racial equity in the Commonwealth. Congratulations! To … Continued
Over a decade in the making, Lift, from Academy Award-nominated filmmaker David Petersen, is a documentary that follows children impacted by homelessness as they discover the magic of self-expression through dance. Exec produced by ballerina Misty Copeland, and guided by Steven Melendez whose journey leads back to his childhood shelter, the students’ path within the LIFT scholarship program becomes a celebration … Continued