VIRTUAL OFFERINGS 2021

A menu from our " buffet" with "virtual courses" available to book NOW featuring BOOKING DANCE FESTIVAL: ENCORE & NE W DIRECTIONS artists

Website: bookingdance.com | Facebook: Booking Dance Festival Instagram: @BookingDanceFestival | Twitter: @BookingDance BOOKING DANCE FESTIVAL 2021 ARTISTS: BOOKING DANCE FESTIVAL artists offering new creative ways to connect with communities through dance worldwide

JK&A Main Roster Artists Eisenhower Dance Detroit Elisa Monte Dance (Rebranding as EMERGE125)

JK&A Boutique Roster Artists Alessandra Corona Performing Works Chicago Dance Crash Dancers Unlimited NYC & Hawai'i Found Movement Group Guilty Pleasures Cabaret (GPC Entertainment)

Guest Artists Art of Motion Dance ArtLab J* Astra Dance Theatre BARKIN/SELISSEN Forza Dance Company* Louise Reichlin & Dancers / Los Angeles Choreographers & Dancers Margie Gillis Dance Foundation Nejla Yatkin (NY2Dance) Prince Dance Theatre Valerie Green/Dance Entropy Voloshky Ensemble

*= New to BOOKING DANCE FESTIVAL 2021! JK&A MAIN ROSTER ENCORE Eisenhower Dance Detroit

Virtual Performances Immerse yourself in dance with up-close and personal online experiences with Eisenhower Dance Detroit. Dance on Film offerings include: "The Five Sensations", a collaboration with the Detroit Institute of Arts available in Spring 2021 "A Path to a New Us" filmed outdoors via drone "Little Red Riding Hood" with the Detroit Chamber Winds & Strings a great one for the family.

Virtual Classes, Choreographic and Educational Residencies EducatEDD Online includes master classes, choreographic residencies, and yes, even full educational residencies! This online menu also includes "EducatEDD: An Insider's Guide to ," an 8-session course exploring contemporary dance from all angles.

Virtual Artist Talk Backs EDD Closer Connections provides "Cocktails and Conversation," a virtual chat with the company's artistic director and dancers; and "Sneak Peek," a virtual, livestream visit to company rehearsal with EDD's assistant artistic director as a tour guide!

Website: eisenhowerdance.org | Facebook: Eisenhower Dance Detroit | Instagram: @eisenhowerdancedetroit JK&A MAIN ROSTER ENCORE | NEW DIRECTIONS Elisa Monte Dance Rebranding as EMERGE125

Virtual Performances “Breakfast in bed with a side of live performance” Audiences from around the world can now experience the Elisa Monte Dance Company right from the comfort of their own home. With a live-streamed performance sent straight to your device, you do not need to leave your house to be immersed in the NYC dance scene. EMD can offer previously recorded performances from our Anniversary Season, Festivals, and more, or a curated performance set on our dancers and performed at their homes to immerse viewers in the At Home EMD Performance experience. No matter where the stage is, you can be sure that the dancing will be of high quality. “Breakfast in the Adirondacks” Elisa Monte Dance presents a new dance film, “Geography of Grace” set to premiere early 2021. Audiences will be transported to the Adirondack Mountains and the land of the John Brown Farm State Historic Site located in Lake Placid, New York. In this film, the dancers come alive and pay homage to the American abolitionist, John Brown.

Virtual Classes :“A full course workshop” Elisa Monte Dance is offering workshops on “how to get organized.” This full course meal of tips and tricks can include:Tools to organize and delegate your staff.How to use Zoom and its features for Town Halls, Trivia, and more events.How to organize marches, demonstrations, and overall civic engagement. “Daily vitamin-Dance” Kinetic Kinship Digital Dance offers affordable, weekly online dance and fitness classes to supplement your training. Styles include African, Contemporary/Modern, Jazz, , Pilates, and H.I.I.T.Visit https://kinetickinshipddc.corsizio.com to sign up today!

Website: elisamontedance.org | Facebook: Elisa Monte Dance | Instagram: @elisamontedance |Twitter: @elisamontedance JK&A BOUTIQUE ROSTER ENCORE | NEW DIRECTIONS

Alessandra Corona Performing Works

Virtual Classes Alessandra Corona Performing Works offers: access to virtual ballet classes taught by Artistic Director Alessandra Corona

Contemporary, Improvisation and Yoga taught by Company Members - virtual one-on-one ballet coaching, plus exclusive performance footage!

Website: acoronaworks.com | Facebook: AlessandraCoronaPerformingWorks | Instagram: @acpwdancecompany | Twitter: @ACPWdance JK&A BOUTIQUE ROSTER ENCORE | NEW DIRECTIONS Chicago Dance Crash On Demand Videos Lil Pine Nut: The Learning Curve of Pinocchio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fswVhDp7WBw This isn’t the one where his nose gets longer. Based on the controversial 19th Century novel, “The Adventures of Pinocchio” by political satirist Carlo Collodi, Dance Crash’s newest hip hop production tells the story of a puppet-come-to-life and the learning curve that goes with negotiating how to be a “real live boy.” On demand streaming is now available for our current live-touring production!

The Bricklayers of Oz: The Hip Hop Origin Story of the Yellow Brick Road https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aU0iEvhaBs4 Dance Magazine’s “Most Inventive New Work” of 2017 is now available for streaming! Who sweeps up the confetti in Munchkinland? As the flagship production of Crash's historic 15th Anniversary Season, ‘Bricklayers’ is an action-packed, lighthearted street tale of the lesser-known laborers that toil within The Land of Oz. Crash's hip hop fusion style full of flips & spins help tell the story of the Wicked Witch and her plan to coax others into building her a magical road (that was originally supposed to be silver!). #BricklayersofOz

Crash’s VIRTUAL Repertory Menu https://bit.ly/2Llvn9sA A true “on demand” experience – Chicago Dance Crash’s current and past touring repertory works can be curated and ordered to your taste! Unique virtual concerts can be created by request from any and all repertory pieces the organization has offered live in the past several years.

Virtual Educational Resources https://vimeo.com/309389174 Just in time for 2021, Crash has filmed made-for-screen versions of their famous outreach performances, appropriate for all ages and aptitudes. The company’s “Hip Hop 101” session breaks down the elements of Hip Hop culture & dance while Crash’s “Growth Thru Diversity” session explains the cultural origins of several performative dance forms & how great, new things can be accomplished by putting them together!

Website: chicagodancecrash.com | Facebook: Chicago Dance Crash | Instagram: @chicagodancecrash | Twitter: @DanceCrash JK&A BOUTIQUE ROSTER ENCORE | NEW DIRECTIONS Dancers Unlimited NYC & Hawai'i Virtual Classes Dancers Unlimited NYC and Hawai'i offers DUTV: giving viewers access to virtual classes in Ballet, Contemporary, Hula, Capoeira-bases Floorwork, House, Hip Hop, Improvisation, Yoga & Medication, Acupressure bodywork and much more!

On Demand Experience dance even further with DUTV Plus: offering members on demand classes, exclusive performance footage, access to new dance films, plus artist talks!

Outreach MoveMEANT; Community Program for Social Justice: The MoveMEANT program can be a participation-based creative process, a panel discussion, or a combination of both. 3 topics, based on the company repertoire, are currently available: CYPHER, IʻmMigration, Edible Tales (NEW). CYPHER CYPHER explores the dance circle as a place for human , expression and celebration. I'Migration IʻmMigration investigates ancestry and cultural identities, and facilitates social justice conversations through re-indigenization. Edible Tales Be a part of our creative process and join the community of storytellers, movers and community leaders. Edible Tales celebrates cultural heritage through cultural cuisines and food memories. Foods tell stories of space, time and people - what is YOUR story? The community program features Community Round-Tables, open rehearsals, and a weekend intensive with chefs and dancers

Website: dunyc-hi.com | Facebook: Dancers Unlimited | Instagram: @dunyc.hi | Vimeo: Dancers Unlimited JK&A BOUTIQUE ROSTER ENCORE

Found Movement Group

Virtual Classes Found Movement Group offers virtual classes in movement and

Artist Talk Backs We host lecture demonstrations on our specific works and immersive performances

Virtual Performances We will be having virtual performances for our work Obsession.

Website: foundmovementgroup.com | Facebook: @FoundMovementGroup | Instagram: @FMGdance | Twitter: @foundmovement JK&A BOUTIQUE ROSTER ENCORE | NEW DIRECTIONS Guilty Pleasures Cabaret GPC Entertainment

Virtual Classes Masterclasses

Educational Offerings Virtual or in-person 40-min educational lecture + demonstration on Women’s History as told thru dance, for ages 12-18. Lecture includes women’s history facts and stories as told by the directors of GPC and song + dance videos highlighting female empowerment through the ages. Demonstration includes ‘dance alongs’ where company members led the group in an interactive zumba-style activity with the option to learn simple choreography for select age groups.

Artist Talk Backs/Demonstrations Virtual lecture demonstrations

Live & Virtual Performances Live streaming broadcasts from venue Pop-Up Cabaret (outdoor/site specific show)

Outreach Virtual show production for local community theater, , and dance groups.

On Demand Videos Pre-recorded short films

Open Commissions Virtual event/party planning Virtual show production

Website: GuiltyPleasuresCabaret.com | Facebook: GPCabaret | Instagram: @GPCabaret | Twitter: @gpcabaret | YT: Guilty Pleasures Cabaret GUEST ARTIST 2021 ENCORE Art of Motion Dance Theatre

Virtual Classes Art of Motion Dance Theatre offers masters classes in Contemporary Ballet, , Improvisation, Choreography Labs, Therapeutics, Innovative Classes geared for Studios, Colleges, Universities and Community Outreach and Engagement including Pilates Mat, Pilates Prop, Conditioning for Dancers. Classes taught via Zoom or Live/In Person can culminate with observing company repertoire rooted in Legend, Myth & Nature and Site Specific Collaborations.

Virtual and Onsite Performances SECRET LIFE OF GARDENS - A One-Act begins with planting a “seed of hope” in the community. AOMDT Company members work with community leaders to plant seeds of hope, growth and set goals by planting community gardens, big and small, setting repertoire on dancers and the yoga community to culminate in the AOMDT Live or Virtual performance of SECRET LIFE OF GARDENS. Environmental awareness emphasized along with climate concern and sustainability. AOMDT LANDSCAPE Platform: Performing on Every Terrain - This residency focuses on overcoming adversity, obstacles and features collaborative performances in the forest, the park, on hardscape, driveways, brick, streets, sand dunes, grass, lawns, art and sculpture galleries, inside and out. Emphasis on Gala programming and live stream potential. “The Art of Window Dressing” : AOMDT performs in Central Business Districts as live mannequins working with Chamber of Commerce and Retailers to provide Holiday programming that is socially distanced and celebratory. Art, Commerce, Retail and Community Collaborate.

Outreach DANCE & LITERACY - AOMDT Artistic Director, Lynn Needle will share the pandemic story of how a random text message grew into sharing a viral poem and the creation of a new solo, entitled “HOPE”. The children’s book THE GREAT REALISATION written by British Author, Tom Roberts will be read and driveway rehearsals capturing creative process will be shared, culminating in three outdoor performances during a new community “Sunday’s in the Park” platform. Emphasis is on spoken word and dance with live music, collaborating with community stakeholders. Reaction poems and writing encouraged. Collaborating with local libraries recommended.

Website: artofmotion.org | Facebook: Art of Motion Dance Theatre | Instagram: @artofmotiondancetheatre | Twitter: @ArtofMotionInc GUEST ARTIST 2021 NEW DIRECTIONS Astra Dance Theatre Educational Offerings Lectures by UCLA professor, author and Astra founder Dr. David Wilkinson: Making an Art Style into a Dance Style Great Masters of the Renaissance Era Great Masters of the Impressionist Era Great Masters of the Americas Master Classes in Acting with our award-winning director, Sasha Travis From Static Art to Dynamic Motion—Storytelling through Dance Melodrama in Dance and Acting Don’t Forget Your Face—Acting for Dancers Master Classes in Music with award-winning composer, and our founder Regan Remy Improvisation—Set your Playing Free Not Quite Silent—The History of Silent Film Music Composing Made Easy—Silence Your Inner Critic Our aim: meet the needs of the community. Lectures are accompanied by slides, where appropriate.

Acting and Music Master Classes arepart lecture, part performance, part workshop The Art of Melodrama. Six hours of intensive instruction, featuring a lecture on the history of classical Melodrama, a movement workshop on the distinctive expressions of melodrama, and a silent film makeup tutorial. For anyone, especially actors, directors, and makeup artists. Scoring on the Fly. A 4-hour master class on musical improvisation. Bring your instrument if you have one! We will talk about the history of silent film live scoring, work with techniques tobanish inhibitions, and help you create an arsenal of your own musical moods! For anyone, especially musicians and composers. A Survey of Silent Film. A 4-hour lecture with film examples, covering the advent of cinema up to the era of the “talkies.” Taught by Harvard author and UCLA professor Dr. David Wilkinson. For anyone, especially film fanatics!

Website: astradancetheatre.com | Facebook: Astra Dance Theatre | Instagram: @AstraDance GUEST ARTIST 2021 NEW DIRECTIONS ArtLab J Virtual Classes “Art and Soul” Throughout the day, aspects of everyday life such as work and relationships cause us to build stress and hold tension throughout our body. In this virtual show, audience members will view an ArtLab J original work that focuses on the fluctuating mental health of adults. Afterwards, ArtLab J company members will lead a meditation and mindfulness session, allowing participants to process the performance and consider new methods of managing their own mental health in a safe and encouraging environment! Together, let’s dance, think, and breath! “Kickin’ with Kpop” In the past few years, K-Pop groups have dominated the music industry with their fun rhythms and innovative dance moves. ArtLab J offers Southeast Michigan’s only K-Pop dance class, and they are bringing it to the virtual platform for families to enjoy! Movers of all ages are invited to learn about K-Pop through fun and workouts fit for dancers of all ages and levels.

On Demand Performances ArtLab J Promo Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fbfs6cMmuTY Rite of Spring (2014) 35 min ArtLab J performs a modern take on Nijinsky’s choreography set to Stravinsky’s controversial avant-garde composition, The Rite of Spring. Accompanies by two pianos, the evocative performance brings to life the primitive pagan rituals of spring complete with a ceremonial human sacrifice. Short clip https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H0uHeZ4__GdvaCZrKBlT3ckwnoXCSe9w/view?usp=sharing Full version https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0V_0-EHsSexMlE3aGJOc3p4Z1U/view?usp=sharing Black Snow (2016) 20 min “Black Snow” was inspired by the poems of Gaspard de la Nuit by Bertrand, the piano suites by Ravel, and the collaborative experience with pianist Ivan Moshcuk. In the first section of Ondine, the dancers are portraying the water nymphs who are attempting to seduce and observe their world of darkness, secrets, and death. The Gallows is the observer being lured into the deathly atmosphere of the nymphs and is alone to be hung at her end. Scarbo, the third and final section is the observer finally being seduced into the wicked pale world of the Nymphs and accepting her death. “Black Snow” is a modern day dark twist on a classically twisted tale. Short clip https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0V_0-EHsSexejVpYV91M3gwYmc/view?usp=sharing Full version https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a5i0Kr0-CYr5wVB5vhfzMa-V9Gp2xmzs/view?usp=sharing Instinct (2016) 24min Instinct the mixed media production of ArtLab J explores different vistas of human instinct through contemporary dance. Making use of projections the journey will take us through the chaotic forest of desire to the birth of affectionate co- humanity. Full version https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bbdATC-yCCkaPAWe3RAuwiZd3DqNAei7/view?usp=sharing Short Clip https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0V_0-EHsSexbm1MZnVSczhJa2M/view?usp=sharing CAUTION (2017) 37min Life, People, Beauty, Yourself There is no path back Full version https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0V_0-EHsSexVUk2SlRIQzdCbnc/view?usp=sharing Submerge (2019) 20 min Water becomes an enduring symbol for the paradoxes of life as the bodies on stage sink and resurface, float and fall, crash into each other and then recede. Full version https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Pr_Nsw4Ez5XNGFuHPvddlYntCtUXOwta/view?usp=sharing Website: artlabj.com | Facebook: ArtLab J | Instagram: @Artlabj GUEST ARTIST 2021 NEW DIRECTIONS BARKIN/SELISSEN Project On Demand Videos Beam Barkin/Selissen Project into your living room! Since our founding, Barkin/Selissen Project has continued its tradition of dance on film, shooting works choreographed for the film medium in distinct locations. With a wide variety of high quality dance films available for screening, our work is easily accessible to an unlimited number of people. Examples available for presentation include: Titles Project, a series of 5 short dance films created in 2019 Accidental Suite; Vignette 3, Are ... And Know: https://vimeo.com/453684575/4fef3dbfed The Sun Never Came out Today … And Other Melancholy Statements: https://vimeo.com/403601933/212fe614c1 Seven Armed Mind: https://vimeo.com/449432014/3309c0d254 Slice of Rain:https://vimeo.com/439008224/8f570da498 Body Cells: https://vimeo.com/449903948/e60a602385 The Making of Differential Cohomology, a documentary covering the creative process and product of the math-based collaboration with Jim Simons (mathematician) and Sirius String Quartet: https://vimeo.com/40158471 One Thing, a collaboration between B/S P, Peruvian filmmaker Juano Castillo, and composer James Guastaferro: https://vimeo.com/406319851/08be55e813 Concrete Illusion, a collaboration between B/S P and Reggie Watts, originally commissioned by Sally Taylor for ConSenses: https://vimeo.com/449325893/c3ce8a4959 Accidental Suite Parts 1 & 2 at Rockaway Beach. (Part 3, listed below, is also in Titles Project film series, and the remainder of the piece, after part 3 is in- progress): They Are … But Far: https://vimeo.com/431917653/2951d554a8 Are Here … And Near: https://vimeo.com/433728519/33580259b3 Accidental Suite; Vignette 3, Are ... And Know: https://vimeo.com/453684575/4fef3dbfed Performances Watch in-person or stream Barkin/Selissen Project live! We offer repertory works, never-before-seen pieces as well as works-in-progress for live performance and live stream. Our available catalogue of works includes a range of adaptable options from short duets to full evening-length ensemble dances that can be tailored to a space, or for streaming capabilities. Some examples of repertory available for touring or livestream are: Accidental Suite for 7-9 dancers, with an original score by Zac Selissen. On the short side of evening-length, at just over 30min, this piece which was expanded from the audience favorite duet film from Titles Project, could be presented alone or on a combined program. *The full rehearsal video of the unpremiered work is available upon request, as the performance was canceled due to Covid. Differential Cohomology; Dance of the Diagram, for 8-10 dancers Also on the shorter side of evening-length at approximately 36min, this mathematics-based work could be presented alone or on a combined program. *Full performance, with overhead camera view of the diagram in light on accompanying jumbotrons, available on request. New Works-in-Progress soon available for premieres WEIRDO and the Magical Violets; the Mysterious Beauty of Subjunctive AND Shadow. *Previews are available upon request. Other Repertory is also available upon request such as, Hot Knife in Cold Butter/Flo Through Me, Skyfire, Reflexive, Et Tu, and Sequitur or Non. *Previews of these works can be viewed on our website at: https://www.barkinselissenproject.org/repertory-1 Virtual Classes and Workshops Barkin/Selissen Project offers Work From Home as well as in-person classes, when safe conditions allow: giving viewers access to a catalogue of live dance and fitness classes that range from contemporary, ballet and improvisation, to yoga and pilates. Included in this are composition courses, workshops and the commissioned creation of new work, as well as setting repertory, all available in the virtual space or in-studio eventually! Some examples of virtual classes taught by company members and guests can be found below: Janis Brenner Improv Class: https://vimeo.com/468606144/a1b9bc4ff9 Daniel Fetecua Soto Limon Class: https://vimeo.com/497344965/706dd63080 Lindsay Harwell Improv Class: https://vimeo.com/497344590Zoe Thomas Pilates Class: https://vimeo.com/497344787/03110ed15c

Website: barkinselissenproject.org | Facebook: BARKIN/SELISSEN PROJECT | Instagram: @BarkinSelissenProject | Twitter: @BSPDanceArts GUEST ARTIST 2021 NEW DIRECTIONS Forza Dance Company

Virtual Classes Virtual improvisation classes with artistic director Michaella Barron. These classes are a continuation of her developing movement practice called Movement Empowerment. More info on her website! Virtual Choreographic Residencies Virtual or site-specific choreographic residencies with choreographer Michaella Barron for stage or film! Commissions Dance Film commissions

Website: https://www.michaellabarron.com | Instagram: @Michaella_Barron GUEST ARTIST 2021 ENCORE | NEW DIRECTIONS Louise Reichlin & Dancers / LA Choreographers & Dancers

On Demand Videos We have a number of works that are recorded for performance that presenters have been using. Virtual specifics available on demand. Please see selections from our Urban and Tribal dances in the other showcase, and a more complete group at Vimeo.com/showcase/urbanandtribaldances.

Virtual Residencies We currently have multiple interactive virtual residencies with the Los Angeles Unified School District using both Zoom to teach, and a combination of Zoom and Vimeo for the performances. These residencies also feature students performing in the culmination.

Website: lachoreographersanddancers.org | Facebook: LACD.Reichlin | Instagram: @lachoreographersanddancers | Twitter: @LouiseReichlin | YT: LouiseReichlin GUEST ARTIST 2021 ENCORE Margie Gillis Dance Foundation

On Demand Videos Inter/rupted- A screening of works in progress. margiegillis.org/inter-rupted/ Initiated in response to COVID-19, presenting four select works disrupted by the virus. To inspire beauty, art and movement is more important than ever. This is why we are using our love of dance to bridge the gap between us, bringing us closer to you during this time of social distancing. Offering rare insight into these beautiful dances before they are polished and edited for distribution- enjoy!

Film Dreaming New Perspectives https://vimeo.com/491840468 Excerpts of six films directed by Louis-Martin Charest, in collaboration with Margie Gillis and Legacy Project dancers. Coming soon in 2021.

Virtual Classes Join Margie Gillis’ Movement Meditation classes at the end of January- all abilities and ages welcome.

Outreach Margie offers a wide range of programs tailored to students and attendees.Master Class, workshop, lecture-demonstration, conferences & mentoring.

“My approach to dance is based on listening to the connection between spirit and body that informs us as to how, and with what quality to move.”– Margie Gillis .

Website: margiegillis.org | Facebook: Margie Gillis| Instagram: @Gillis_Margie | Vimeo: Margie Gillis Dance GUEST ARTIST 2021 NEW DIRECTIONS Nejla Yatkin / NY2Dance

Virtual Classes Choreographer Nejla Yatkin offers virtual dance classes for adults in contemporary, movement meditation and improvisation. Virtual Choreography Virtual Choreography for companies, creative prompts for creatives and dances created for public spaces and Nature on site as a pop up performance or virtually as a film. Artist Talks Artist talks accompany the virtual performances.

Website: ny2dance.com | Facebook: Nejla Yatkin | Instagram: @NejlaYatkin21 GUEST ARTIST 2021 NEW DIRECTIONS Prince Dance Theatre

Live Performances and Virtual Viewings Prince Dance Theatre was thrilled to offer five live site-specific performances of The Turning Point in December of 2020. For 2021 Prince Dance Theatre is working with the Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra and local hotels to create a live traveling performance along the Gold Coast shoreline of the Big Island. As part of their 2021 season Prince Dance Theatre will develop and present their new work, My Empty Body is Full of Stars on the stage of the Kahilu Theatre in Hawaii as well as present it virtually on Kahilu.tv

Website: princedance.org | Facebook: Prince Dance Theatre | Instagram: @PrinceDanceTheatre GUEST ARTIST 2021 NEW DIRECTIONS Valerie Green / Dance Entropy

Virtual Classes Valerie Green/Dance Entropy currently offers two of our signature classes "Dance Your Frame" modern class and "Skimming the Surface" an expressive movement healing journey, on an ongoing basis.

On Demand Videos Along with on demand archival performance footage and new dance films.

Website: DanceEntropy.org | Facebook: Dance Entropy | Instagram: @DanceEntropy | Twitter: @DanceEntropy GUEST ARTIST 2021 ENCORE Voloshky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble

Educational Offerings Voloshky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble presents a wide variety of virtual programming. From K-12 to universities and audiences, the Artistic Director works together with the presenter to customize a unique program for each audience. Educational and demonstration materials can be provided ahead of the planned activity so that audiences can request specifics from the artists and director and dancers.

Virtual Educational Q&A Discussions An introduction to Voloshky with performance video selections.Brief history of Ukrainian dance.Review maps of Ukraine with attention to specific regions and their associated styles of dance, music and costumes. The Artistic Director will explain the use of Stanislavski acting method and its influence in the character dance of Ukraine.

Virtual Demonstrations and Talk Backs Watch the Ensemble in an open warm-up, center work and Ukrainian character dance rehearsal. Watch how mistakes are made and corrected. See the behind-the-scenes artistic process. Then join a post-rehearsal Q&A. Opt to participate in a virtual rehearsal, which is tailored to various ability levels. The director and dancers will demonstrate how classical, modern and folk movements are based on one another.Learn the many different regional styles of Ukrainian dance and why they differ based on geography and historical influences.

Website: voloshkyschool.com | Facebook: VoloshkyUkrainianDanceEnsemble | Instagram: @voloshkyukrainiandance