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Workshops at The Dance Complex

January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December

In the case of inclement weather call (617) 547-9363 - the outgoing voice message will mention any closures or delayed openings.

FUNDRAISER for OKLAHOMA TORNADO VICTIMS!!!

To benefit the Oklahoma State School Association!

Thursday, May 30, 2013

11:00 - 11:45am

Donation: $10.00 recommended... pay what you can

Every dollar donated will be sent to Oklahoma State School Boards Association for distribution to the affected school districts.

Fundraiser for Oklahoma tornado victims: Parents of babies and tots, join us for a cardio dance workout at the Dance Complex on Thursday, May 30th, from 11:00 to 11:45 AM to raise money for the Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation (pay what you can, $10 recommended). Every dollar you donate will be sent directly to schools in need.

Finding time to exercise is not easy. This aerobic post-natal dance class is all about moving your hips, your feet, your arms, getting into the music, & having fun with your baby. Simple movements, no dance experience necessary, but you do need a baby! Toddlers you can carry are welcome, too. One child per adult (you may try two but it is your responsibility to maintain a calm, controlled, relaxing environment). Donation-based class; pay what you can.

For questions or to register, email instructor Ali Brubaker at: alikarabrubaker@gmail.com

Private group & individual dance and yoga classes available; please email for details.

"Dance with Books"

For kids ages 4 thru 12!

Mondays ~ 3:30 - 5:00pm

March 4, 2013 thru June 10, 2013

These workshops are geared toward elementary school and pre-school children. Parents are welcome to participate.

Class Description: the three pillars of "Dance with Books" are access, equity, and enjoyment. The goals of these Workshops are to target and eliminate childhood obesity and increase students’ literacy in dance and physical fitness. Weekly lessons include:

• Dance Games and Improvisations
• Dances from Different Countries
• Books about Dance
• Dance literacy activities which include reading, writing, coloring, speaking, and listening about Dance
• Exercises to stretch and strengthen the muscles
• Learning about Healthy Snacks and Nutritional Choices

Instructor: Sharon Shakur, MA Dance Educator Credentialed Teacher (CA) with a Master of Arts Degree in Dance

Price: $10 per Student Great news! When the Parent participates too, the fee is still just $10 which includes both Parent and Child. Bonus! Siblings in the same family pay only one $10 fee.

Information for Parents: Phone - (323) 570-6649, website - www.academyofdanceandshoreography
.blogspot.com, facebook - Adademy of Dance and Choreography

Be a part of a great way to get in shape, learn dances, and have fun!

"Dance with Books" copyright 2013, Sharon Shakur, MA

JUMP to ZUMBA^®
Brazilian Flavor Workshop

Tuesdays for the month of May ~ Start date: 5/7/13

7:00 - 8:00

Cost: $12.00 at the door / pre-registration: $10.00

Get ready for some serious Zumba^®

Latin and International music (merengue, hip hop, reggaeton, soca, samba, axe, funk, forro..)

You will have a BLAST, dancing CALORIES away and TONING all at the same time!!

Let's rock the house TOGETHER!!! Ebaaaaaaaaaaa!

Contact Claudia Chaves at (508) 308-0282 or claudiachaves04@yahoo.com

Brazilian Samba No Pe

Saturday, June 1st 1:30-3:00pm

Cost: $20 in advance and $25 at the door.

Come welcome Deraldo and dance with us! Deraldo Ferreira is Founder and Artistic Director of the Brazilian Cultural Center of New England (BCCNE), which was designated one of three Brazilian "Cultural Points" in the US by then Braziilan Minister of Culture, Gilberto Gil. Additionally, Deraldo is Founder of Samba Tremeterra, an official Master of Capoeira Angola, and a Master Afro-Brazilian percussionist.

Class will be You can purchase tickets at paypal.com - deraldof@hotmail.com. Wear comfortable workout clothes and bring water.

More information call: 857.615.1244, email: bccn01@gmail.com, or visit: www.samameterra.com.

Introduction to the Alexander Technique

Free Your
Innate Vigor and Grace

Presentation and Activities
Pamela Slavsky, M.AmSAT

Cost: $15.00
(Includes a $20.00 coupon towards a lesson or introductory package.)

Limited to 8
Save your spot, register by email: psslavksy@gmail.com

Reduce pain and tension. Improve performance and range of motion. Enhance motor learning. Feel more enjoyment in movement and comfort in stillness.

For over 100 years the Alexander Technique has helped individuals with these concerns. It is especially familiar to musicians, dancers, and actors, and is included in performing arts education around the world.

Feel free to bring a yoga mat, but not required. Starts promptly on time! For more information, visit learnalextech.com or email Pamela at psslavsky@gmail.com

AFRO FLOW YOGA™

Sundays: May 19, June 9, July 14 and August 11, 2013

3:30 - 5:00pm (3:00pm sign-in)

Cost: $15.00 in advance ($18.00 at the door)

To pre-register, please visit www.afroflowyoga.com

Come experience joy and elation through movement! Afro Flow Yoga™ is a unique fusion of Kundalini Yoga, Vinyasa Flow and the dances of the African Diaspora, set to live drumming. Join, Leslie Salmon Jones with musicians Jeff Jones and Akili Haynes. You will feel empowered, energized, grounded and renewed on all levels!

General questions, please email: linda@afroflowyoga.com

ONE VOICE
PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAM

THE BOSTON ARTS PROJECT IS OFFERING OUR SUMMER PROGRAM WHERE YOUTH FROM 8 -14 CAN STUDY INTENSIVELY WITH SOME OF BOSTON'S TOP TEACHERS. INCLUDED IN OUR FULL DAY PROGRAM WILL BE INSTRUCTION IN VARIOUS PERFORMING AND MEDIA ARTS GENRES, OPPORTUNITIES TO CREATE PIECES, ONE FIELDTRIP, AND OUR OWN INFORMAL PERFORMANCE OPEN TO FAMILY, FRIENDS AND THE COMMUNITY, SO THAT THE ONE VOICE STUDENTS CAN SHOWCASE WHAT THEY HAVE BEEN WORKING ON….

DANCE ….. MOVIEMAKING ….. THEATERPOETRY/SPOKEN WORD …..
AFRICAN DRUMMINGCOMPOSITION …… REPERTORY

SESSION 1: JULY 1 - JULY 12

SESSION 2: JULY 15 – JULY 26

SESSION 3: JULY 29 - AUGUST 9

Cost: SESSION 1 = $ 500. SESSIONS 2 & 3 = $550 EXTENDED DAY IS ADDITIONAL $15 A WEEK - LIMITED SCHOLARSHIPS

SUMMER RESIDENCE:

THE DANCE COMPLEX, 536 MASS AVE, CAMBRIDGE LIMITED SPACE!

CONTACT US NOW FOR INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER! 781-492-3552 / BOSTONARTSPROJECT@GMAIL.COM

Luminarium's 24-hour —

CHOREOFEST

Friday, August 16, 2013 through Saturday, August 17, 2013.

Cost: $15.00

Apply on-line: www.LuminariumDance.org/choreofest-apply

Luminarium's 24-Hour ChoreoFest is back by popular demand for a second year! If you are a brave and highly creative choreographer/company we encourage YOU to apply. Our goal in producing this festival annually is to offer an opportunity for Boston’s diverse and varied choreographers to unite through an equally shared experience, while pushing each other to our personal limits. Why else would you opt to stay overnight at the Dance Complex in a building full of dancers?

The 2013 Festival will take place from Friday, August 16 through Saturday, August 17, with an overnight creation period and a morning production period followed by two Saturday performances. ALL work must be created overnight, as this is the theme driving the festival. No preconceived work will be allowed, so prepare to be brave and plan to start from scratch! We are also pleased to announce that for a second year, all profits from this festival will go to a local arts based charity.

A downloadable information packet and application at www.LuminariumDance.org/choreofest-apply. The application fee is $15, and can be paid on the same webpage.

Questions and completed applications can be emailed to info@luminariumdance.org.