| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Tell me more, tell me more! – a costume party for hip cats and decked out skirtsPresented by Spiderhouse Cafe & Ballroom at 29th St. Ballroom at Spider House June 7-June 8, 2013 Don’t flip your wig, buster, but on June 7th we’ll be having a blazin’ sock hop at the Spiderhouse Ballroom, dig?
We are calling all chicks and hunks who like to hat up like they do in Grease, West Side Story, Dirty Dancing, Rebel Without a Cause, American Graffitti, Woodstock, Catch Me If You Can, Boogie Nights, Midnight Cowboy, Easy Rider, North By Northwest and of course fab flicks like Reefer Madness, He May Be A Communist and Girls Gone Bad.
| Spiderhouse Cafe & Ballroom | 06/07/13-
06/08/13 | |
Announcing ZACH's 2012-2013 SeasonPresented by ZACH Theatre at ZACH Theatre October 17, 2012-June 16, 2013 The 2012-2013 Season at ZACH is a dream come true — a world premiere, an American musical with a full orchestra for the first time, a beloved classic made new, an international concert guest star and the biggest, snowiest holiday favorite of all time!
All six mainstage shows will be presented in the new Topfer Theatre. Don't miss a single unforgettable moment! The opening of ZACH's Topfer Theatre is a once-in-a-lifetime experience with these dynamic new... | ZACH Theatre | 10/17/12-
06/16/13 | Austin |
13th Annual Soul to Sole FestivalPresented by Tapestry Dance Company at The Long Center: Debra & Kevin Rollins Studio Theatre June 12-June 16, 2013 Tapestry Dance Company presents its festival of rhythm with the Annual Soul to Sole Festival bringing dancers from around the country to the home of the International Tap Association – Austin, TX!
Master classes, classic and contemporary choreographic experiences, tap jams, two evenings of tap dance with The Soul to Sole Showcase and Friends in Time Faculty Concert at the Rollins Theatre/The Long Center. This one-of-a-kind, Austintatious festival brings swingin’... | Tapestry Dance Company | 06/12/13-
06/16/13 | Austin |
Gold Show /Rose ShowPresented by Heloise Gold and City of Austin Cultural Arts Division at The Off Center June 13-June 16, 2013 Critically acclaimed dancer/performers Heloise Gold and Julie Nathanielsz join artistic forces to showcase new, exciting work in the Gold Show/Rose Show June 13-16 at The Off-Center, 2211-A Hildalgo in Austin.
Considered pioneers in the modern dance world, the Gold Show/Rose Show marks the first time the two artists have co-produced a performance.
The show also incorporates work from composer/ sound artist Nick Hennies and features... | Heloise Gold | 06/13/13-
06/16/13 | Austin |
Kids' Dance Camp for Ages 6-8Presented by Go Dance at Go Dance Studio June 24-June 28, 2013 Our kid's dance camps develop cooperation, communication, physical coordination, and self-confidence through dance. Our curriculum includes: Line dances, fundamentals of several traditional partner dances, end of week performance incorporating all dance styles learned, dance and music themed arts and crafts, dance etiquette, social graces, and culture and history of dance. | Go Dance | 06/24/13-
06/28/13 | Austin |
Kids' Dance Camp for Ages 9-12Presented by Go Dance at Go Dance Studio July 22-July 26, 2013 Our kids' dance camps develop cooperation, communication, physical coordination, and self-confidence through dance. Our curriculum includes: Line dances, fundamentals of several traditional partner dances, end of week performance incorporating all dance styles learned, dance and music themed arts and crafts, dance etiquette, social graces, and culture and history of dance. | Go Dance | 07/22/13-
07/26/13 | Austin |
Summer Arts Culture CampPresented by Artistic Education Company July 15-July 26, 2013 Arts Culture Camps
Session A: Jazz Arts Culture Camp, offered from July 15 to July 19
Camp Focus – Session B includes jazz dance, art discovery, and jazz to blues vocal arts.
Session B: Creative Arts Culture Camp, offered from July 22 to July 26
Camp Focus – Session B includes modern dance, art discovery, and musical theater to opera vocal arts.
Students Learn:
* How to warm up your voice, how to play various instrumentation, dance to pieces of... | Artistic Education Company | 07/15/13-
07/26/13 | Austin |
Arts Culture CampPresented by Artistic Education Company July 15-July 26, 2013 Arts Culture Camps
Session A: Jazz Arts Culture Camp, offered from July 15 to July 19
Camp Focus – Session B includes jazz dance, art discovery, and jazz to blues vocal arts.
Session B: Creative Arts Culture Camp, offered from July 22 to July 26
Camp Focus – Session B includes modern dance, art discovery, and musical theater to opera vocal arts.
Students Learn:
* How to warm up your voice, how to play various instrumentation, dance to pieces of... | Artistic Education Company | 07/15/13-
07/26/13 | Austin |
Texas Performing Arts 2012/2013 Season
Avg. Event Rating(5.0 Stars): Presented by Texas Performing Arts at Multiple Locations January 30, 2012-July 31, 2013 Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars): DON'T MISS THESE GREAT SHOWS!
HEADLINERS:
David Finckel, cello and Wu Han, piano, Monday, February 6, 2012, 8:00 pm, Presented in partnership with the Butler School of Music
Hailed as “America’s power couple of chamber music” by The Wall Street Journal, cellist David Finckel and pianist Wu Han rank among the most esteemed and influential classical musicians in... | Texas Performing Arts | 01/30/12-
07/31/13 | Austin |
Teen Social Dance & Performance Camp for Ages 13-17Presented by Go Dance at Go Dance Studio July 29-August 2, 2013 Our teen camp is a wonderful way to get a glimpse into the glamorous world of professional partner dancing, as well as develop self-confidence and communication skills. This camp includes: Popular social dances perfect for school dances, weddings, and other social functions, choreographed "So You Think You Can Dance"style routine to perform at the end of the week, coaching on performance routine with guest champion instructors, history and culture of dance, Q&A with our top... | Go Dance | 07/29/13-
08/02/13 | Austin |
Senior Summer Intensive 2013 Presented by Ballet Austin at AustinVentures StudioTheater July 12-August 2, 2013 An informal performance highlighting the accomplishments of each level of our Senior Summer Intensive at the end of each three week session.
This project is funded and supported in part by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts and in part by the City of Austin Economic Growth & Redevelopment Services Office/Cultural Arts Division believing an investment in the Arts is an investment in Austin’s future. Visit Austin at NowPlayingAustin.com.
| Ballet Austin | 07/12/13-
08/02/13 | Austin |
Creative Action Summer CampsPresented by Creative Action June 10-August 9, 2013 Creative Action (formerly Theatre Action Project) Summer Camps are among the most popular in Austin! That’s because our camps are not just fun; they also offer children a chance to grow and learn.
Our Summer Camps take place in several locations around Austin. With a different theme each week, our camps will keep your kids busy, happy and growing. And each week ends with an opportunity for kids to share what they’ve discovered and made with friends and family. | Creative Action | 06/10/13-
08/09/13 | Austin |
Summer Camp 2013!Presented by Austin Children's Theater June 10-August 23, 2013 Enroll by April 30th for $225 per week (a $25 discount). Starting in May, tuition is the regular price of $250 per week.
Summer is right around the corner, and we are excited for ten awesome weeks of camp! We're doing it all this year, from monsters to Shakespeare, from Disney to time travel! Each week has a different theme, and each Friday there is a performance or screening. Whether you are into comedy, musical theater, film, stage combat, or all of the above, we've got a camp for... | Austin Children's Theater | 06/10/13-
08/23/13 | Austin |
Austin Bellydance Ladies' NightPresented by Bahaia of Austin Bellydance April 3-August 28, 2013 Bahaia presents Austin Bellydance Ladies' Night! Join her for bellydance shows on Wednesdays at the friendliest little hookah cafe in town, Cafe Darband. $5 cover. Doors open at 9pm. Bellydance show at 9:30pm and bellydance lesson at 10pm. Henna by Henna Claire. Enjoy great hookah service, a fantastic selection of sweets and light fare, BYOB with corking fee, an exotic atmosphere, casual dress, and easy parking. Music to get you up on the dance floor by DJ Vahid. Come dancing, ladies! | Bahaia of Austin Bellydance | 04/03/13-
08/28/13 | Austin |
Salsa Dance - A One Day WorkshopPresented by Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center at Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center. May 11-September 21, 2013 Interested in becoming an excellent Salsa dancer? Join instructor Raul Ramirez in a FREE 2-hour Salsa workshop designed for not only beginners but also those looking to continue their Salsa education. This class will introduce you to fundamentals of leading and following steps to salsa music. Raul’s teaching approach is easy and enjoyable to follow. Become a confident and knowledgeable salsero/a. iAzúcar!
Register for any of the following dates:
May 11th | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | 05/11/13-
09/21/13 | Austin |
Creative Movement & Drawing (ages 4+)Presented by Galaxy Dance Studios at Galaxy Dance Studios April 17-December 20, 2013 For students 4 to 10 years old, this class will work to connect imaginations to the languages of movement in three-dimensional space in combinations with two-dimensional drawing. Line, texture, color, forms, shapes, dynamics, energy, and rhythm will be explored in both mediums. Children will draw inspired by the movement they have just done or see before them and dancing will jump off from many places including the drawing. Children will be given and will contribute images and ideas that... | Galaxy Dance Studios | 04/17/13-
12/20/13 | Austin |
Flexibility Presented by Galaxy Dance Studios at Galaxy Dance Studios April 17-December 20, 2013 Increase your flexibility and strengthen your body alignment through the art of stretching. Learn stretching, relaxation and breathing techniques to improve your mind and body connections. | Galaxy Dance Studios | 04/17/13-
12/20/13 | Austin |
Belly DancePresented by Galaxy Dance Studios at Galaxy Dance Studios April 17-December 20, 2013 Belly Dance: Transitions! Transitions! and more Transitions!
Produce strong, fluid, taffy movements by learning and exploring Amara's “Points in Space:” a system that teaches concepts behind easy and hard transitions. Learn the beautiful and dynamic art of belly dance in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Explore belly dance by developing a strong foundation in isolations techniques, muscle control, posture, transitional sequences, and musicality. In addition, you will... | Galaxy Dance Studios | 04/17/13-
12/20/13 | Austin |
Zumba at Galaxy! Presented by Galaxy Dance Studios at Galaxy Dance Studios April 17-December 20, 2013 It’s dance! It’s fitness! It’s Zumba®!!! Don’t miss this fitness craze known as Zumba that’s sweeping the nation. This 55-minute, non-stop class will leave you with a sweat, a smile and the ultimate “good feeling” in your soul! Zumba® combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow the Zumba® participants to dance away their worries. Based on the principle that a workout should be FUN AND EASY TO... | Galaxy Dance Studios | 04/17/13-
12/20/13 | Austin |
One World Theatre 2012-2013 SeasonPresented by One World Theatre at One World Theatre March 22, 2012-December 31, 2013 Rock legends Greg Lake, of Emerson, Lake & Palmer, WAR, Starship, Edgar Winter, and
Hot Tuna join the lineup, as well as 10,000 Maniacs, The Marshall Tucker Band, John Mayall and Eddie Money. Enjoy the soulful stylings of Robert Cray, Blind Boys of Alabama,
Ruben Studdard, and Sweet Honey In The Rock, along with master singer/songwriters Shawn Colvin, Janis Ian and Marc Cohn.
We are excited to present the biggest country lineup in our history, including the... | One World Theatre | 03/22/12-
12/31/13 | Austin |
Dance International Events and ClassesPresented by Dance International at Dance International January 31, 2009-January 1, 2014 Unity Church of the Hills 9905 Anderson Mill Rd, Austin, TX 78750
FREE Dance Classes!
On Thurdays from 7:30-8:30pm at The Hills Fitness Center!
4615 Bee Caves Road • Austin, TX 78746 • 512-327-4881
No partner required. Membership to The Hills not required. Stay from 8:30-9:30pm for $15 and learn more techniques of the dance featured during the free class!
| Dance International | 01/31/09-
01/01/14 | Austin |
Noche FlamencaPresented by One World Theatre at One World Theatre March 6-March 7, 2014 Noche Flamenca is a world-renowned flamenco music and dance company based in New York. This award-winning ensemble has become Spain's most successful touring company with regular tours around the globe. Hailed by critics everywhere for its transcendent and deeply emotional performances, Noche Flamenca is recognized as the most authentic flamenco troupe today. They have successfully brought to the stage the essence, purity and integrity of one of the world's most complex and mysterious art... | One World Theatre | 03/06/14-
03/07/14 | Austin |
Tango WednesdaysPresented by Annie's Cafe January 20, 2010 - Ongoing Two of Austin's leading Tango luminaries are teaming up to bring back a vibrant, weekly Tango night on Congress Avenue. Starting December 30, Annies Cafe and Bar will play host to Wednesday night Tango organized by Monica Caivano of Esquina Tango and Laura Pellegrino of Tango in Texas.
Tango Wednesdays at Annies will start off each week with a free mini lesson at 7 pm and will alternate from week to week between live music and guest DJs with extensive collections of passionate and... | Annie's Cafe | 01/20/10-
Ongoing | |
Live Salsa Dancing Every WednesdayPresented by Ruta Maya Coffee House at Ruta Maya International Headquarters January 6, 2010 - Ongoing Salsa band Cienfuegos expands to an eleven piece salsa orchestra LA MONA LOCA every Wednesday night for your dancing pleasure! La Mona Loca peforms original arrangements and material from groups such as Ray Barretto, Maraca, The Spanish Harlem Orchestra, The Fania All-Stars, Calle Real, El Gran Combo and more.
www.musicacienfuegos.com | Ruta Maya Coffee House | 01/06/10-
Ongoing | Austin |
Samba Classes at EsquinaTangoPresented by EsquinaTango August 4, 2009 - Ongoing
This class will cover the fundamentals of samba as it is danced in the Bahia and Rio regions of Brazil. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the basic samba step, developing proper technique, and learning a range of movements and footwork associated with each regional style. This type of samba should not be confused with "ballroom samba", so no partner is necessary.
| EsquinaTango | 08/04/09-
Ongoing | |
Salsa Aerobics at EsquinaTangoPresented by EsquinaTango August 1, 2009 - Ongoing Ladies, Move to the fun beat of Salsa Aerobics!
Learn sexy footwork and flirty hips while you sweat.
Available to all ages and all levels.
| EsquinaTango | 08/01/09-
Ongoing | |
Salsa Class at EsquinaTangoPresented by EsquinaTango August 5, 2009 - Ongoing Latin partner dancing, rhythm & footwork, including merengue and salsa. Basic & Intermediate levels, new topics each month. Intermediate classes will help you improve your salsa/Latin dancing at any level. Intense spins practice, body isolation, footwork and lead/follow techniques will be covered. No partner needed.
| EsquinaTango | 08/05/09-
Ongoing | |
Argentine Tango ClassPresented by EsquinaTango July 30, 2009 - Ongoing
Beginner, Intermediate, Advance classes offered. Tango is a highly improvisational dance that is built in layers.
Esquina instructors guide true beginners in understanding the structure of tango from the start. In a relaxed atmosphere,
students are coached in the skills of leading and following ˜ as well as the etiquette and culture of Argentine Tango.
As students progress to the different levels more complex...
| EsquinaTango | 07/30/09-
Ongoing | |
Noche de Tango with Glover Gill & The Tosca String QuartetPresented by EsquinaTango Cultural Society of Austin July 9, 2012 - Ongoing : Come a enjoy Esquina’s magical tango nights! Evening includes tango class (9pm) and lots of social dancing and socializing with wonderful Live Music by Glover Gill and The Tosca String Quartet! No partner needed, come with a friend or to make new ones! Snacks provided, bring your own beverage.
| EsquinaTango Cultural Society of Austin | 07/09/12-
Ongoing | |
| Rhythms with Gidi: African Drum Class | George Washington Carver Museum & Cultural Center | 08/20/11-
Ongoing | Austin |
Flamenco/Spanish Dance ClassesPresented by Flamencura Music and Dance January 1, 2012 - Ongoing
Flamencura Dance Studio is currently offering Flamenco classes for children, youth and adults.
Adult Class Levels:
Flamenco for New Beginners
Flamenco I - at least 2 months of Beginner Flamenco
Flamenco II - at least one year of good attendance at Flamenco I class
Flamenco III - at least three years of flamenco dance instruction
Children's Classes:
Flamenco for Kids ages 6-9
Youth Flamenco (Ages 10-15)
New... | Flamencura Music and Dance | 01/01/12-
Ongoing | Austin |
Zumba®Presented by Ballet Austin's Butler Community School at Ballet Austin March 19, 2012 - Ongoing Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That's what Zumba is all about. It's an exhilarating, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning dance fitness-party that's moving millions of people toward joy and health. Taught by a certified Zumba instructor, this class will keep you moving and keep you smiling. No dance experience needed to take this class. Just come ready to move your body and burn those calories! Workout attire and athletic shoes or dance sneakers are recommended. | Ballet Austin's Butler Community School | 03/19/12-
Ongoing | Austin |
| Zumba and Capoeira! | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | 03/17/12-
Ongoing | Austin |
The Bordertown Bootleggers Upcoming GigsPresented by The Bordertown Bootleggers at Multiple Locations May 7, 2012 - Ongoing In the style of Speedy West, Spade Cooley, and the Texas Troubadours The Bordertown Bootleggers join the ranks of bands like The Time Jumpers and Asleep At The Wheel to keep the Texas Western Swing tradition alive.
EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT
8-11pm (no cover)
AT RAY'S BACKSTAGE (THE RATTLE INN)
610 Nueces Street in the West end of Austin.
Where else can you hear tunes from Cooley to Ellington?
Other dates coming up:
FRIDAY, JUNE 1st
8pm... | The Bordertown Bootleggers | 05/07/12-
Ongoing | Austin |
| Rhythms with Gidi: African Drum Class | George Washington Carver Museum & Cultural Center | 06/01/11-
Ongoing | Austin |
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