| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | PilobolusPresented by Paramount Theatre at Paramount Theatre February 17-February 18, 2012 Pilobolus began in 1971 as an outsider dance company, and quickly became renowned the world over for its imaginative and athletic exploration of creative collaboration. Forty years later, it has evolved into a pioneering American cultural institution. Its many diverse activities including radically innovative concert dance-theater, unique educational programming, and movement services for special clients and events originated from Pilobolus' abiding faith in the creative power of groups. The... | Paramount Theatre | 02/17/12-
02/18/12 | Austin |
"I Think Not"Presented by Deborah Hay Dance Co. at Mercury Hall February 15-February 18, 2012 What: I Think Not is a solo dance that was choreographed by Deborah Hay for the 2011 Solo Performance Commissioning Project. Four of the 20 dancer/choreographers who attended the project in Findhorn, Scotland, last summer, will perform their solo adaptations of "I Think Not".
Deborah Hay has conducted the Solo Performance Commissioning Project in Findhorn, Scotland, since 2004. Dancers attend from all over the world. Eleven countries were represented in 2011. Ms. Hay... | Deborah Hay Dance Co. | 02/15/12-
02/18/12 | Austin |
2nd Annual CharityBash Masquerade Ball Winter WonderlandPresented by Calendar Club at Texas Federation of Women's Clubs Building February 18, 2012 Benefiting Capitol Area Food Bank of Texas
Open bar provided by Deep Eddy Vodka, Heineken USA with Dos XX, Duchman Family Winery
Food provided by J.Black's, tenOak, Austin Terrier
Desserts provided by Sara Belle's Bakery, GoodPop
Media Sponsors: Austin Monthly, Austin Woman, NSIDE Austin, TRIBEZA, Do512
Event Sponsors: Suzanne Court Catering & Events, Giant Noise, Clayton&Little Architects, Ilios Lighting, Jeff Loftin... | Calendar Club | 02/18/12 | Austin |
The 4th Biennial New American Talent/Dance Presented by Ballet Austin at The Long Center for the Performing Arts February 17-February 19, 2012 For the first time at The Long Center, Ballet Austin’s 4th biennial juried choreographic competition, New American Talent/Dance, brings together three of the country’s most compelling mid-career choreographers to create new work. Culled from a national pool of candidates, these three choreographers will compete for cash prizes of up to $20,000. To build their works, each finalist is brought to Austin and given 40 hours of studio time with Ballet Austin’s Company dancers.... | Ballet Austin | 02/17/12-
02/19/12 | Austin |
Fusebox 60-in-60 FundraiserPresented by Fusebox at The North Door | ND at 501 Studios February 22, 2012 60 of Austin's finest performers, musicians, visual artists, filmmakers, thinkers, and community leaders will line up to perform sixty solo pieces in 60 minutes. This rowdy, unforgettable event is crucial for funding our festival. Be among the first to hear the festival line-up and purchase discounted passes.
More awesomeness:
* Raffle to win a trip to Portland, OR with Ron Berry for TBA 2012
* Bid in a silent auction curated by the masterful fellas from Rubber... | Fusebox | 02/22/12 | Austin |
DiavoloPresented by Texas Performing Arts at Texas Performing Arts- Bass Concert Hall February 23-February 24, 2012 Diavolo reinvents dance, re-imagines theater, and redefines thrills. Dancers, gymnasts, and actors take movement, athletics, and daring to the extreme, creating abstract narratives through surreal tableaux. Founded in 1992 in Los Angeles by Jacques Heim, Diavolo creates an almost cinematic experience of powerful images that develop conceptual accounts of the human condition, utilizing everyday items such as doors, chairs, and stairways to provide the backdrop for an evening of dramatic... | Texas Performing Arts | 02/23/12-
02/24/12 | Austin |
Introducing NEW sessions for Adult Capoeria and Zumba!Presented by Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center at Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center. January 21-February 25, 2012 The Emma S. Barrientos
Mexican American Cultural Center
600 River Street - Austin - Texas - 78701
ADULT PROGRAMMING
SPRING 2012
Capoeira is a Brazilian-African healing art form that empowers the ability to express yourself creatively through movement.
Instructor: Erick Salazar Penaloz leads this class by combining dance, acrobatics, non-contact fighting movements, flexibility,
music, song, and rhythm. Skill level is beginner to intermediate. | Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center | 01/21/12-
02/25/12 | Austin |
UT Department of Theatre & Dance presents: UTNT (UT New Theatre)Presented by University of Texas at Austin at The Oscar G. Brockett Theatre February 16-February 26, 2012 The University of Texas Department of Theatre and Dance at Austin presents UTNT (UT New Theatre), February 16-26 at the Oscar G. Brockett Theatre and Lab Theatre. This annual showcase presents new plays from the M.F.A. Playwriting Program. Tickets for UTNT productions are $10 per performance and may be purchased at the F. Loren Winship Drama Building Box Office beginning 90 minutes prior to curtain.
Now its fifth iteration, UTNT brings to stage dynamic works by Gabriel... | University of Texas at Austin | 02/16/12-
02/26/12 | Austin |
Chaddick Dance Theater presents "Dark to Light" Presented by Chaddick Dance Theater at Austin Ventures Studio Theater March 1-March 3, 2012 This March, local dance company Chaddick Dance Theater will produce "Dark to Light," a multi-dimensional performance exploring the issues of the Holocaust, genocide and spirituality through the lens of Cheryl Chaddick's choreography and kinetic style @ Austin Ventures Studio Theater. The Chaddick Dance Theater's third annual performance is part of Ballet Austin's three month-long Light / The Holocaust and Humanity Project.
This March, local dance company Chaddick... | Chaddick Dance Theater | 03/01/12-
03/03/12 | Austin |
Cirque du Soleil's Quidam Presented by Cirque du Soleil at Cedar Park Center February 29-March 4, 2012 Quidam had its world premiere in Montreal under the Big Top in 1996. Since that time, the show has toured on five continents and been experienced by more than 10 million people. Quidam has now embarked on a new journey, performing the same captivating production, but in arenas throughout North America. The international cast features 52 world-class acrobats, musicians, singers and characters.
Young Zoé is bored; her parents, distant and apathetic, ignore her. Her life... | Cirque du Soleil | 02/29/12-
03/04/12 | Cedar Park |
| Esquina Tango | EsquinaTango Cultural Society of Austin | 02/01/12-
03/08/12 | Austin |
So PercussionPresented by Texas Performing Arts at Texas Performing Arts- Bass Concert Hall March 20, 2012 Classic, modern, and contemporary dance forms come together with awe-inspiring synergy as Israel’s Batsheva Dance Company brings their vibrant piece, Max, to the Bass Concert Hall stage. Founded in 1964 by Martha Graham and Baroness Batsheva de Rothschild, the troupe is now one of the most inspirational and sought-after dance companies in the world. Through their revolutionary movement language, Gaga, Batsheva’s dancers continually push artistic boundaries, creating new movement... | Texas Performing Arts | 03/20/12 | Austin |
Light / The Holocaust & Humanity ProjectPresented by Ballet Austin at The Long Center for the Performing Arts March 23-March 25, 2012 2012 marks the return of Stephen Mills’ nationally acclaimed Light / The Holocaust & Humanity Project, which explores the devastating outcomes of unchallenged intolerance and discrimination as revealed through the story of a Holocaust survivor.
Light was originally produced in 2005 as the culmination of a community-wide human rights collaboration that brought Ballet Austin into partnership with The University of Texas at Austin, Holocaust Museum Houston, the Anti-Defamation... | Ballet Austin | 03/23/12-
03/25/12 | Austin |
Singin' In The RainPresented by Georgetown Palace Theatre, Inc. at Georgetown Palace Theatre February 24-March 25, 2012 Singin' In The Rain
Weekends Feb. 24 - March 25, 2012 Fri. & Sat. at 7:30 p.m. and Sun. at 2:00 p.m.
By Betty Comden, Adolph Green, Nacio Herb Brown, and Arthur Freed
You remember the plot. You love the characters. You know "the song." It's no less than the stage adaptation of one of the most celebrated and beloved films of all time. 1920's Hollywood is the setting for this zany, light-hearted romantic comedy about the early days of sound film, where a... | Georgetown Palace Theatre, Inc. | 02/24/12-
03/25/12 | Georgetown |
CatalystPresented by UT at Austin - Department of Theatre and Dance at B. Iden Payne Theater March 23-March 25, 2012 Directed by David Justin and Yacov Sharir
:
Be transformed by dance.
Performed by the acclaimed ensemble Dance Repertory Theatre, Catalyst brings unique and compelling dance works by nationally renowned choreographers to the stage. A highlight of the concert includes Israeli choreographer Ohad Naharin’s sharp and humorous "Minus 16". Breaking down barriers between performers and audience, "Minus 16" captivates with dynamic movement and... | UT at Austin - Department of Theatre and Dance | 03/23/12-
03/25/12 | Austin |
RAMANAVAMI UTSAVAM 2012 MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVALMarch 31, 2012
C.D. Fulkes Middle School
300 W. Anderson Avenue
Round Rock, TX, 78664
Talented dance/music groups will perform. Although the program is open to the public free of charge, we will appreciate liberal donations to defray organization costs. Snacks will be available for a nominal charge during the duration of the entire program. This year, we have introduced a new essay competition. We invite submissions for a write up... | | 03/31/12 | |
SALSA FLASHMOBPresented by Dance International and Dance International February 1-March 31, 2012 Starting up Wednesdays, plus Big Festivals Coming Up!
We are starting up Salsa Flashmob rehearsals on Wednesday evenings at the Hills Health Club, 4615 Bee Cave Road., starting Feb. 1. William and Julio will be heading up these rehearsals and will have more details for everyone.
Dance International's normal Ballroom and Latin classes on Wednesday evenings will move to Thursday... | Dance International | 02/01/12-
03/31/12 | |
April Fools - What If?Presented by Tapestry Dance Company at The Long Center: Debra & Kevin Rollins Studio Theatre March 30-April 1, 2012 Take North America's only full time professional tap company, Artistic Director Acia Gray and April Fool's Day and the possibilities are endless. Join this award winning international company for a contemporary evening of rhythm and rhyme in the Vaudeville Tradition!
Austin’s Own Tapestry Dance Company premieres new work with “April Fools”.
In the midst of Asian travels and consulting for the People’s Republic of China’s new nationwide tap dance... | Tapestry Dance Company | 03/30/12-
04/01/12 | Austin |
Family Dance Workshop - Romeo & JulietPresented by Ballet Austin at Ballet Austin April 29, 2012 See excerpts from Ballet Austin’s Romeo & Juliet, and create your own choreography with the help of Ballet Austin dancers. Recommended for ages 3 to 12 years old and their family members. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. All attendees, regardless of age, must purchase a ticket. | Ballet Austin | 04/29/12 | Austin |
Romeo & JulietPresented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater May 11-May 13, 2012 “Two Households, both alike in dignity in fair Verona where we lay our scene ...” The 2011/12 Season closes with Shakespeare’s timeless tale of Romeo & Juliet. Described as “the bard of the ballet” by the Washington Post, Mr. Mills brings back one of Austin’s most beloved works. Accompanied by the Austin Symphony Orchestra performing the Sergei Prokofiev score, the production brings classical ballet to the stage Mother’s Day Weekend. | Ballet Austin | 05/11/12-
05/13/12 | Austin |
Street Salsa Dance ClassesPresented by Dance Austin Studio January 29-May 27, 2012 Classes are taught every Sunday and they are open to all of those who want to learn to dance or improve their current dance skills. No partners required but invite your friends to enjoy the fun. | Dance Austin Studio | 01/29/12-
05/27/12 | Austin |
Leaps and No BoundsPresented by Ballet Austin at Ballet Austin August 22, 2011-May 30, 2012 Leaps and No Bounds focuses on using kinesthetic learning as a means of reinforcing the skills necessary for success on state standardized tests.
Impacting over 400 children in two low socio-economic elementary schools within the Austin area, this program uses weekly movement lessons as a method of reinforcing core classroom curricula and essential skills in language arts, math, science, and social studies for each grade level from pre-K through fifth.
Since its... | Ballet Austin | 08/22/11-
05/30/12 | Austin |
Paramount & State's 2011/12 Season
Avg. Event Rating(3.0 Stars): Presented by Paramount Theatre at Paramount Theatre October 1, 2011-May 31, 2012 Avg. Event Rating (3.0 Stars): Are you ready for another star-filled season?
The 2011/12 Season will be one to remember -- and here is a sneak preview of all the wonderful entertainment we have planned and we'll let you know how to be ready to get the best seats.
Everyone will be talking about our 2011-12 season! | Paramount Theatre | 10/01/11-
05/31/12 | Austin |
Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour by Cirque du SoleilPresented by Frank Erwin Center at Frank Erwin Center June 15, 2012 Cirque du Soleil has announced that Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour, written and directed by Jamie King, will make a stop at the Frank Erwin Center Friday, June 15, 2012! In partnership with the Estate of Michael Jackson, this once-in-a-lifetime electrifying production will use Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture. Aimed at lifelong fans as well as... | Frank Erwin Center | 06/15/12 | Austin |
A Chorus LinePresented by Georgetown Palace Theatre, Inc. at Georgetown Palace Theatre August 10-September 9, 2012
A CHORUS LINE
Weekends Aug. 10 - Sept. 9 Fri. & Sat. at 7:30 p.m. and Sun. at 2:00 p.m.
By Marvin Hamlisch, Edward Kleban, James Kirkwood, and Nicholas Dante
Conceived and originally Directed on Broadway by Michael Bennett.
The Palace’s production of A CHORUS LINE will be directed by Danny Herman, who was on Michael Bennett’s original development team. Danny will bring the original professional look and feel to our production of this... | Georgetown Palace Theatre, Inc. | 08/10/12-
09/09/12 | Georgetown |
Ballet Austin's The Nutcracker School ShowsPresented by Ballet Austin at The Long Center for the Performing Arts December 4-December 6, 2012 Each year over 13,000 Central Texas elementary school students and teachers attend Ballet Austin’s The Nutcracker School Shows. The mission of these shows is to provide one act of a live ballet performance experience in a large theater at a minimal cost for local elementary-aged students. To enhance this live ballet experience, we also offer an optional in-school pre-performance educational program geared towards 3rd- and 4th- graders that includes engaging activities for the classroom... | Ballet Austin | 12/04/12-
12/06/12 | Austin |
Beauty Ballroom Now Open ! Presented by Beauty Ballroom Austin January 30, 2012-April 30, 2013 Tuesday, January 31, 2012
El Commode / Borrisokane / Seven Circles / The Hired Guns
Wednesday, February 01, 2012
BEAUTY BALLROOM: MUSTARD PIMP / BIRD PETERSON With Ntropy, VJDK, Gigadeath
NOISY NEIGHBORS W/ Hound & Fox / Waah / Cause In Effect
Whiskey Wednesdays
Thursday, February 02, 2012
BEAUTY BALLROOM: Dam Funk (DJ Set) Presented By Applied Pressure
Cartright / Major Major Major / River Ghost / Dj Trip Crystals
Ladies Night / 5$... | Beauty Ballroom Austin | 01/30/12-
04/30/13 | 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... | Texas Performing Arts | 01/30/12-
07/31/13 | 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 | |
| Salsa with Sandra | Ruta Maya Coffee House | 01/10/10-
Ongoing | Austin |
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 March 14, 2009 - 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 | 03/14/09-
Ongoing | |
Dance International Events and ClassesPresented by Dance International at Dance International January 31, 2009 - Ongoing 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-
Ongoing | Austin |
Free Salsa LessonsPresented by Austin Public Library at Multiple Locations June 2, 2010 - Ongoing Put on your dancing shoes and join us weekly for Free Salsa Lessons with instructor Raul Ramirez at the Carver, Cepeda, and Pleasant Hill Branches of the Austin Public Library. In addition to teaching the steps, Ramirez spends a few minutes educating attendees on the history and background of Salsa music and dance. He makes an effort to dance with each class member if time permits, especially when they need help learning a particular step. The classes are free and open to the public. There... | Austin Public Library | 06/02/10-
Ongoing | Austin |
| 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 |
Ballet Austin Kids ClassesPresented by Ballet Austin at Ballet Austin January 30, 2012 - Ongoing Kids Drop-In Classes
Drop-in dance classes give kids age 8-12 the opportunity to explore a variety of dance styles while encouraging them to be more physically active and to meet new friends. Getting fit can be fun, so buy a Class-Card and get started!
Kids Courses & Workshops
These dance classes are organized into sessions with a set number of weeks providing the ability for material to be introduced sequentially. Ballet, Modern or... | Ballet Austin | 01/30/12-
Ongoing | Austin |
| Free Intro to Dance Series at Tapestry Dance | Tapestry Dance Company | 06/11/11-
Ongoing | Austin |
| Rhythms with Gidi: African Drum Class | George Washington Carver Museum & Cultural Center | 06/01/11-
Ongoing | Austin |
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