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June 2-13, Birmingham - BalletCenter is proud to present a 2-week Summer Ballet Workshop with ballet master Rafael Delgado June 2nd through the 13th. The full 2-week workshop will include floor barre, ballet technique, pointe & male technique and a variations & repertory class. The Summer Ballet Workshop will take place in a recently opened dance space on 3rd Ave North in Birmingham. (Please contact us for exact location. Registered dancers will receive an email with the exact location). This program is intended for serious minded ballet dancers ages 12 and above who are interested in improving their ballet technique skills. The workshop classes will be at an intermediate to intermediate/advanced level. Individual week and class rates are available. Pre-registration is required. Find more information here, send an email to info@balletcenter.net, or call Jennifer at 205.616.8789.
June 2-14, Andalusia - Andalusia Ballet will hold their Summer Intensive June 2nd – June 14th. Students will receive expert training from guest teacher, Elie Lazar and ABA’s Artistic Director, Meryane Martin-Murphy. The workshop includes classes in: ballet, pointe, variations, pas de deux, special men’s classes, modern, conditioning, yoga and more. Upper level students have the opportunity to take classes and perform with company members from Lazar Ballet NYC. Ages 9- and up. For more information regarding registration, please contact 334.222.6620 today. Spaces are limited and spots are filling fast!
June 2-14, Columbus - The Columbus Ballet Conservatory offers summer classes in 2 separate sessions. Intensive Study: Beginning June 2, this two week intensive study program features master teachers for intermediate and advanced level dancers. For current conservatory students, this will be levels 3-6. The session provides these students with intense ballet classes and a variety of dance training as well as some theatre arts and classes focused on physical well-being. Our guest teacher during week one is Luba Gulyaeva, former Soloist with the Kirov Ballet, currently Ballet Mistress of the New Jersey Ballet. Week two will be taught by Kathleen Duffy, former principal soloist with Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet. Also, Pam Walden will teach modern, Tracy Dean will teach Pilates and Isiah Harper will teach Theatre and Pantomime. Videos will be shown during lunch time (bring lunch). Participation in both weeks is recommended. Download the flyer HERE. For more information, call David herriott at 706.641.5030, visit us online at http://ballet.colstate.edu. To register by phone, call 706.507.8070.
June 2-20, Montgomery - The Montgomery Ballet School will offer the enchanting Fairytale Ballet Camp, June 2-June 20 at the Montgomery Ballet Studio, 6009 E. Shirley Lane, Montgomery. Children 4-7 years old are invited to join this delightful camp for a wonderful experience in learning about classical ballet thru inspiration from some of the most famous fairytale ballets, such as Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella. Classes will include ballet instruction, arts & crafts activities, opportunities to dress up in real ballet costumes from the Montgomery Ballet costume trunk, and snacks. To conclude this fun-filled program, students will re-create a fairytale ballet in a performance for family and friends. Classes will be 9am-12pm on Monday/Wednesday/Friday for 6 & 7 year olds, and 9am-12pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 4 & 5 year olds. To register or for more information, contact the Montgomery Ballet School at 334/409-0522, school@montgomeryballet.org, or www.montgomeryballet.org.
June 2-21 & June 23-July 12, Pelham - The Stevan Grebel Center for Dance in Pelham, Alabama announces its 2008 Summer Intensive Program June 2-June 21 & June 23-July 12. Senior Intensives I & II, ages 12 & up en pointe. $100 registration fee due at sign-up & will be applied to tuition. Remainder/Balance due on 1st day of classes. Full workshop (6 wks.) is $1200, 1/2 workshop (3 wks.) is $650. Workshop taken per week is $225. 1 hour classes are $12/class and 1.5 hour classes are $18/class. Class cards may be purchased for $120 and $180, good for 10 classes of 1 or 1.5 hours. Monthly tuition varies by number of hours taken per week and is based on $50/hour. Additional programs also include the Junior Camp Intensive I, June 2-14 for ages 8-11; and the Junior Camp Intensive II, July 7-19 for ages 5-7. Fee: $200 per week. Princesses and Princes for ages 3-4, June 16-21 & 23-28. Fee: $165 per week. Faculty includes: Stevan Grebel – Technique; Deborah Grebel – Technique; Amanda Brice – Technique; April Parker - Hip-Hop, Technique; Shannon Andrews – Yoga; and Emory Jarvis - Pilates and Conditioning. For more information, visit www.grebeldance.com.
June 3-6, Dothan - Southeast Alabama Dance Company (SEADAC) will bring together dancers, teachers, and choreographers for "an explosion of dance," June 3-6. Our annual Summer Spectacular Dance & Choreography Camp has been introducing the latest dance styles and ideas, presenting dancers and choreographers in performance and nurturing supportive relationships within the Southeast Alabama community for many years. Our inspiring faculty will be teaching classes in Classical Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Modern and Choreography. This camp is open to dancers ages seven and up. Don't miss out! Send in your registration form by May 20, 2008 and take advantage of the early-bird registration rate of $250. After May 20, 2008 the registration rate is $275. Enrollment will be filled on a first come first serve basis. For more information or a brochure for either camp, please call the SEADAC office at 334-702-7139 or email us at seadac@graceba.net.
June 4-8, Dothan - The Rise Up Praise Summer Dance Camp, produced by the Southeast Alabama Dance Company (SEADAC), is a dance training program that offers students a unique opportunity to grow spiritually through dance education. It is a safe Christian environment that provides a meaningful experience and fun for everyone. This camp allows students to use their body as an instrument of praise and sacred expression through dance. Techniques of African dance, jazz, modern and liturgical are incorporated into the program. This camp will be held at Covenant United Methodist Church in Dothan, AL. Students are required to participate in all scheduled activities. Students are not required to have prior dance training and all levels will be accomodated. Healthy snacks will be provided daily. Students ages seven and up are invited to participate. The registration fee is $115 per student, if received by May 15, 2008. After May 15, 2008 the registration fee is $125 per student. All registrations and payments are due by June 4, 2008. For more information or a brochure for either camp, please call the SEADAC office at 334-702-7139 or email us at seadac@graceba.net.
June 6, Birmingham - Natyananda invites you all to a grand evening of South Indian Classical Dance by Shaly Vijayan Friday, June 6, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Children's Dance Foundation (CDF), Studio 1, in Homewood, AL. CDF is located at 1715 27th Court South, Homewood, AL 35209. Tickets are $7.00. For more information, call 205-481-0094.
June 9-July 19, Huntsville - The Academy of Classic Arts is now open for a summer school session June 9th to July 19th, 2008, and is taking registrations for the fall semester starting August 18, 2008. Check the web site www.academyofclassicarts.com for information. A Christ driven school devoted to the training of classical ballet for dancers ages 3-years to professional, classes for teens/adults. Opportunities for dancers to create ballets through our choreography program. The official school for Ballet Huntsville, a new regional ballet company for the dancers of Academy of Classic Arts. Carrie Rothwell: Director of ACA, Interim Director of Ballet Huntsville until February 2009 when Clinton Rothwell will take over the directorship of the company.
July 7-10, Montgomery - The Alabama Institute for Education in the Arts Announces Integrated Curriculum Design Workshop. Focus on Arts Integration: Integrated Curriculum Design Workshop, July 7-10, 2008 at the Saint James School, Leu Elementary Building, will provide a practical starting point for elementary and middle school teachers who are interested in exploring the theory and practice of arts integration. Curriculum topics and concepts will be grounded in National and Alabama state standards. Teachers will receive the new Arts Course of Study: Arts Education and the National Standards for Arts Education. Instruction will be student centered and exploratory in nature. To apply, download the application HERE and submit as soon as possible. ENROLLMENT IS LIMITED TO 25 PARTICIPANTS. Please contact AIEA if you need more information or have questions at 334-396-2432 voice, 334-271-5392 fax, rfoster@asf.net.
July 7-24, Andalusia - Andalusia Ballet’s annual summer camp program, "Dance With Us!" will be held July 7th – July 24th, 2008. Dance With Us is an action packed dance experience for dancers ages 3 and up- divided into several levels based on age and ability; the program offers something for every young dancer! Limited enrollment, please call 334.222.6620 for more information!
July 14-28, Pelham - The Stevan Grebel Center for Dance in Pelham, Alabama announces its 2nd Annual International Summer Dance Intensive in Novi-Sad Serbia. On July 14 - July 28, students, parents and guests will enjoy 2 weeks of an exciting program in beautiful Novi-Sad, Serbia. Included in the program are rehearsals and classes with international teachers and professionals, and a Gala performance on the last day of the workshop. This year, the Novi-Sad Ballet students and their classical teachers join the Grebel Workshop for an intense schedule of classical ballet training. This year’s participants are former Grebel Workshop students with professionals and teachers from America and abroad. The workshop will be conducted in English. For more information, visit www.grebeldance.com. Ages 12 & up by audition. Fees: $250 registration fee, $380 2 weeks room and board, $500 2 weeks workshop classes. Call 205-987-7234 for details.
July 16, Prattville - The Centre for Performing Arts in Prattville will host a master ballet class on July 16th with Valery Lantratov, Artistic Director of the Russian National Ballet Foundation. Two classes will be held that day and all interested ballet enthusiasts in the Prattville area are invited to attend. For more information, contact The Centre for Performing Arts in Prattville at (334) 491-1192 or visit www.centreforperformingarts.com. For more information on Valery Lantratov visit http://lantratov.blogspot.com/search/label/podcast.
July 18-19, Montgomery - The Montgomery Ballet will launch its exciting 2008/09 season with the 33rd Annual Performance on the Green on Friday & Saturday, July 18 & 19, 2008 at 8:00pm at the Blount Cultural Park. Attended by thousands each year, this free outdoor performance has been named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society, and is one of Montgomery’s cultural highlights of the summer. This event is perfect for families, offering ballet at its finest in an outdoor, informal setting. The public is welcome to bring blankets and chairs and enjoy picnicking in the park prior to the performance. This performance will mark the beginning of a thrilling and extensive performing season throughout the Capital City and the State of Alabama. For information about the Montgomery Ballet’s Subscription Season and Performances, the Summer Intensive Seminar, Lecture Demonstrations or the Montgomery Ballet Professional Company & School, please call (334) 409-0522 or visit online at www.montgomeryballet.org.
August 3, Pelham - Open House: Stevan Grebel Center for Dance, Sunday, August 3 from 1-4 PM. The Academy at Grebel Ballet, under the direction of Stevan and Debbie Grebel, focuses on quality technical training in classical ballet as well as other forms of dance. Students are exposed at an early age to a disciplined, professional attitude, developing through the years the strength, line and flexibility of classical technique. Self-discipline and dedication to work, along with a love and appreciation of dance as an art form, are nurtured in each child. Grebel Dance offers a variety of dance classes for all ages, specializing in classical ballet technique (Vaganova/Russian Method). Classes include: ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, hip-hop, Irish, yoga, Tai Chi, DharmaSword and more. The 2008-2009 school year begins August 4, however, registration is open year round. Classes are filled on a first-com/first-served basis. The performing wing, Alabama Youth Ballet Company, as well as a community cast, will perform "The Nutcracker" in December. Other performances include the school's Spring Concert, touring performances, Lecture Demonstrations and special events. Stevan and Debbie Grebel have been teaching ballet in Birmingham for 37 years. Stevan Grebel's professional experience is unsurpassed in Alabama. Debbie Grebel is an expert in kinesiology and the biomechanics of dance, with a MA.Ed in kinesiology and dance. For more information on classes and programs, call 205-987-7234 or go to www.grebeldance.com.
August 4-8, Chicago - The Dance COLEctive (TDC), an innovative Chicago modern dance company is hosting a week long summer intensive at The Drucker Center in Chicago, IL. On August 4th-8th, TDC will conduct a week long summer intensive. Classes will meet Monday-Friday and will include Pilates Mat Class taught by company member Jessica Post from 10:00am to 10:45am, Modern Technique class taught by TDC Artistic Director Margi Cole with live accompaniment from 10:45am to 12:30pm, and Modern Partnering, Improvisation and Repertory, taught by Margi Cole with members of the company from 1:15pm to 3:00pm. The cost of the workshop is $350.00 ($325.00 if paid in full by July 1st). Classes will focus on correct alignment, athleticism, efficiency in movement and the individuality of each dancer. Space is limited to 16 participants. To reserve your space or for more information contact Donnette Cannonie (773) 604-8452 or email administration@dancecolective.com. Download the full release HERE.
August 16, Birmingham - Irene Rimer and Corazon Flamenco present Blood Wedding at Workplay on August 16, 2007 at 6:00 pm. Based on a true story of love, lust, and betrayal, Blood Wedding is one of the most powerful and innovative plays written this century. Federico Garcia Lorca wrote his best known play years after reading a newspaper account of a young bride in Andalusia who abandoned her husband-to-be on their wedding day to escape with her childhood sweetheart. Lorca evokes the spectacle of human passion through sophisticated and often surrealistic poetic technique, elevating the love story to a tragedy of fate. Tickets on sale at www.workplay.com. | |
