| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Ballet Austin’s Studio Spotlight – Carmina Burana and KaiPresented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater September 15, 2010 Explore the creative process by joining us for a rehearsal viewing in the studio! Learn about our ballets Carmina Burana and Kai, watch the company rehearse excerpts from the upcoming production, and ask questions of the choreographer and dancers! | Ballet Austin | 09/15/10 | Austin |
| Diez y Seis de Septiembre | The Mexican American Cultural Center | 09/15/10 | Austin |
Ballet Austin’s Production of Not Afraid of the DarkPresented by Ballet Austin at Paramount Theatre September 18-September 19, 2010 A magical show that is a visual treat for all ages. Ballet Austin II delights with a production that turns darkness into a place to laugh, sing, clap, dream, dance and do everything imaginable – except be afraid. Perfect for ages 2 – 92. | Ballet Austin | 09/18/10- 09/19/10 | Austin |
INFLUENCES '10: Cine Classica y Contemporanea Presented by Aztlan Dance Company at Santa Cruz Center for Culture September 10-September 19, 2010 The AZTLAN Dance Company presents "INFLUENCES '10: Cine Classica y Contemporanea," a two-hour full-length dance performance that showcases the important silver-screen icons that have influenced contemporary Latina/o culture. Join us as we recreate through movement expression how Resortes, Tongolele, Ricardo Montalban, Rita Moreno, and Salma Hayak, among others have danced their way into our heart, soul, culture, and cinema. It's dance....Aztlan style. Ahorale!
| Aztlan Dance Company | 09/10/10- 09/19/10 | Austin |
Shift Switch GoPresented by Ariel Dance Theatre at Kenny Dorham's Backyard September 17-September 19, 2010
SHIFT SWITCH GO is a 55-minute excursion of DANCE, STORY and SONG
about PEOPLE, how we MEET and CHANGE through CHANCE and CIRCUMSTANCE. Created in collaboration with a nine-member ensemble of dancers and actors, Director/Choreographer, Andrea Ariel crafts visually engaging, complex patterns of dance and physical theater inspired
by our cyclic routines, using chance and circumstance to create the intersections that provoke our meetings, the conversations we have, and... | Ariel Dance Theatre | 09/17/10- 09/19/10 | Austin |
Carmina Burana & KaiPresented by Ballet Austin at The Long Center for the Performing Arts September 24-September 26, 2010 Inspired by the forbidden desires of 13th century monks, Carmina Burana is a tale revealed through their found poetry of lust and passion. With iconic music performed live by more than 100 choral singers from the Grammy®- nominated Symphonic Choir Conspirare and The Austin Symphony, Stephen Mills’ interpretation is a textured experience set to the haunting rhythms of artistic repression and the spirit of liberation that comes from breaking free.
Set to the exotic and... | Ballet Austin | 09/24/10- 09/26/10 | Austin |
OnePresented by Blue Lapis Light at The Long Center for the Performing Arts September 27-October 3, 2010 Blue Lapis Light presents its latest site-specific aerial dance work, One, at the Long Center for
the Performing Arts. Dancers will perform on the ring and columns of the innovative concrete
structure. Since 2006 Blue Lapis Light has transformed prominent and historic buildings in
downtown Austin into meaningful works of uplifting beauty. One is inspired by the modern
architecture of the Long Center.
It follows the ongoing mission of Blue Lapis Light to create... | Blue Lapis Light | 09/27/10- 10/03/10 | Austin |
Drumline LIVE!Presented by The Long Center for the Performing Arts at The Long Center for the Performing Arts October 20, 2010 The explosive energy and sounds of the hit movie “Drumline” come to life on stage! An energetic cast, trained in the athleticism and precision of Southern marching bands and dancers, and equally at home with the sounds ranging from Motown to hip-hop to traditional brass bands, will take the stage by storm in a show that will have you cheering!
| The Long Center for the Performing Arts | 10/20/10 | Austin |
Austin Interfaith Arts and Music FestivalPresented by Austin Interfaith Arts and Music Festival October 23, 2010 Offering a juried art show, an eclectic music stage and an educational area with reps from various world religions, the festival seeks commonalities in art and music and celebrates diversity! Past musicians have included Beth Nielsen Chapman, The UT Middle Eastern Ensemble, 1001 Nights Orchestra, Sara Hickman, Grace Andre, Omar Lopez, Cynthia Clawson, Om-Kara, The Texas Dragon/Lion Dance Team, Cantor Robbi Sherwin, The Texas Early Music Project, Oliver Rajamani & Cantor Marie Betcher. | Austin Interfaith Arts and Music Festival | 10/23/10 | |
Cirque de la SymphoniePresented by Austin Symphony Orchestra at The Long Center: Michael and Susan Dell Hall October 23, 2010 Cirque de la Symphonie is an exciting adaptation of artistic performances widely seen in theaters and arenas everywhere. Artists include the most amazing veterans of aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers, jugglers, balancers and strongmen. These artists are among the best in the business, and they include world record holders, gold-medal winners of international competitions, and some of the most original talent seen anywhere. Each artist’s performance is professionally... | Austin Symphony Orchestra | 10/23/10 | Austin |
Viva la Vida Fest - Celebrating 27th Annual Dia de los MuertosPresented by Mexic-Arte Museum at Mexic-Arte Museum October 23, 2010 Viva la Vida Fest celebrates life and our environment through art and culture, using the traditions of Dia de los Muertos. The festival brings together a diversity of people in Austin to pay homage to friends, family, and heroes. The festival features an exhibition, a grand procession with costumes and props, and a street celebration with traditional foods, hands-on art activities, artist demos, local retail booths, live music and performances. | Mexic-Arte Museum | 10/23/10 | Austin |
MOMIX: BotanicaPresented by Texas Performing Arts at Texas Performing Arts- Bass Concert Hall October 28-October 29, 2010 Moses Pendleton, artistic director Presented in partnership with L Style G Style In this highly anticipated Austin appearance, revolutionary dance company MOMIX brings its breathtaking fantasy piece Botanica to the Bass Concert Hall stage for two incredible evenings. Legendary choreographer Moses Pendleton combines athletic dance, riveting music, outrageous costumes, inventive props, and pure talent to create an unforgettable multimedia experience. Botanica transports you to a fantasy... | Texas Performing Arts | 10/28/10- 10/29/10 | Austin |
Free Night of Theater 2010Presented by Greater Austin Creative Alliance at Multiple Locations October 1-October 31, 2010 Since its inception in 2005, Free Night of Theater has boosted awareness of the nations arts organizations, while building new audiences and driving single ticket sales. Continuing in this tradition, Free Night 2010 will seek out new audiences, invite current theatergoers and arts patrons to try a new theater or arts venue, as well as ignite interest and create awareness about the variety of arts options in Austin and across the country. In 2009 Free Night of Theater celebrated its 5th... | Greater Austin Creative Alliance | 10/01/10- 10/31/10 | Austin |
Indian Classical Dance by Priyadarsini GovindPresented by Indian Classical Music Circle of Austin November 12, 2010 ICMCA is proud to present Bhakti Margam "The Path to devotion" A thought provoking evening of Indian Classical dance performance by Priyadarsini Govind. Priyadarsini Govind is accompanied by K.S Balakrishnan - Nattuvangam Preethy Mahesh - Vocal Sigamani Natarajan - Violin Sakthivel Murugananthan Subramanian - Mridangam | Indian Classical Music Circle of Austin | 11/12/10 | |
Ballet Austin’s Family Dance Workshop – The NutcrackerPresented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater November 14, 2010 See excerpts from the upcoming performance of Austin’s holiday tradition, The Nutcracker, and explore the elements of dance that make classical ballet such a revered art form. Create variations on dances using choreographic techniques and explore dance from the artists’ point of view with Ballet Austin dancers and staff. | Ballet Austin | 11/14/10 | Austin |
MDBD: Mother-Daughter Belly Dance Fall Workshops with NajlaPresented by Rakasa Revue September 18-November 20, 2010 Najla continues her popular Mother-Daughter Belly Dance Workshop series for moms and girls age 5 and up. New this fall: choreography! Come to one or two workshops and learn fun moves and combinations, or attend the full series and learn the whole choreography. If there is enough interest, there will be a post-series recital opportunity. Belly dance is one of the oldest known dance forms and it's for women and girls of all ages, shapes and skill levels. Put on your comfy dance clothes and... | Rakasa Revue | 09/18/10- 11/20/10 | |
Cirque Dreams IlluminationPresented by Texas Performing Arts at The Long Center for the Performing Arts November 23-November 28, 2010 Climb aboard the all-new CIRQUE DREAMS ILLUMINATION journey, from the creators of Broadway’s groundbreaking hit and only show of its kind to ever perform on Broadway, Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy.
CIRQUE DREAMS ILLUMINATION blends world renowned imagination, critically acclaimed theatrical innovation and breathtaking presentation into a story that illuminates a city of everyday people, workers and pedestrians into feats of disbelief. Marvel as 27 world-class... | Texas Performing Arts | 11/23/10- 11/28/10 | Austin |
Golden Dragon AcrobatsPresented by Paramount Theatre at Paramount Theatre December 11, 2010 The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time honored tradition that began more than twenty-five centuries ago. Always one of the Paramount's most popular shows, The Golden Dragon Acrobats are perfect for all ages and are guaranteed to dazzle and amaze you. | Paramount Theatre | 12/11/10 | Austin |
The 48th Annual Production of The NutcrackerPresented by Ballet Austin at The Long Center for the Performing Arts December 4-December 23, 2010 Austin’s holiday tradition returns as Texas’ longest running production of The Nutcracker takes the stage for its 48th year. Follow us into the dream world of Clara, where she’s empowered to slay a giant Rat King and transform her nutcracker doll into a prince. Together, they visit a magical land of dancing snowflakes, a Sugar Plum Fairy and a celebration that takes her around the world in a single night.
Musical Accompaniment by The Austin Symphony Orchestra | Ballet Austin | 12/04/10- 12/23/10 | Austin |
Radio City Christmas SpectacularPresented by Texas Performing Arts at Texas Performing Arts- Bass Concert Hall December 17-December 31, 2010 Fill your heart with Christmas as the world-famous Radio City Rockettes® bring their eye-high kicks and a cast and crew of over 100 to Austin in the breathtaking RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR®! Every performance of the SPECTACULAR is a glittering present full of fun and surprises for the whole family! Parents enjoy the flawless precision of the Rockettes in numbers such as the legendary Parade of the Wooden Soldiers. Children thrill as Santa takes them on a magical ride to his... | Texas Performing Arts | 12/17/10- 12/31/10 | Austin |
Club RealmPresented by Club Realm July 9-December 31, 2010 Club Realm is a relevant night club for all ages. Are you looking for an entertaining night spot where you can actually do something other than drink? Then look no further. Club Realm is an alternative to the normal routine. With weekly live concert performances, an upscale lounge, cafe, games, large screen LCD TV’s, and a huge/state-of-the-art concert venue; it is much more than your average night club. This city is in need for a better class of night spot, and we’re... | Club Realm | 07/09/10- 12/31/10 | |
| Tango Buenos Aries | The Long Center for the Performing Arts | 01/06/11 | Austin |
Ballet Austin’s Family Dance Workshop – La SylphidePresented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater January 30, 2011 See excerpts from the upcoming performance of the timeless romantic ballet, La Sylphide, and explore the elements of dance that make a ballet a classic. Create variations on dances using choreographic techniques and explore dance from the artists’ point of view with Ballet Austin dancers and staff. | Ballet Austin | 01/30/11 | Austin |
Ballet Austin’s Studio Spotlight – La SylphidePresented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater February 2, 2011 Explore the creative process by joining us for a rehearsal viewing in the studio! Learn about the timeless romantic ballet La Sylphide, watch the company rehearse excerpts from the upcoming production, and ask questions of the choreographer and dancers! | Ballet Austin | 02/02/11 | Austin |
Ballet Austin’s Symphony of CloudsPresented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater February 8, 2011 Experience the music of Mozart through an imaginative dance theater production brought to you by Ballet Austin II in collaboration with Pollyanna Theatre Company. Join us for a fantastical journey - the World Premiere of Symphony of Clouds! | Ballet Austin | 02/08/11 | Austin |
La SylphidePresented by Ballet Austin at The Long Center for the Performing Arts February 11-February 13, 2011 One of the oldest romantic ballets, La Sylphide is a story about the insatiable human desire to find true love. When a forest fairy uses her magical gifts to attract a young Scotsman on the eve of his nuptials, the story unravels in a forest of uncertainty about whether love or
longing is worthy of self-sacrifce.
| Ballet Austin | 02/11/11- 02/13/11 | Austin |
Merce Cunningham Dance CompanyPresented by Texas Performing Arts at Texas Performing Arts- Bass Concert Hall March 8, 2011 Merce Cunningham, artistic director The Legacy Tour Presented in partnership with the Department of Theatre and Dance Texas Performing Arts offers one last opportunity to experience the Merce Cunningham Dance Company. In this triumphant final tour, the renowned contemporary dance company showcases the genre-changing works created by its founder, as performed by the men and women he trained. Cunningham, who died on July 26, 2009, conceived the tour as a final preservation of his legacy as... | Texas Performing Arts | 03/08/11 | Austin |
Ballet Austin’s Studio Spotlight – Studio Theatre Project 2011Presented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater March 16, 2011 Explore the creative process by joining us for a rehearsal viewing in the studio! Learn about contemporary ballet, watch the company rehearse excerpts from the upcoming production, and ask questions of the choreographer and dancers! | Ballet Austin | 03/16/11 | Austin |
Studio Theater ProjectPresented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater March 27-April 3, 2011 Be one of the first to discover fresh choreography. Join us for a night of contemporary works set to a modern day rhythm in the heart of downtown. This is the night we open our studio for a party-like atmosphere consisting of music, drinks and dancers up close and personal.
| Ballet Austin | 03/27/11- 04/03/11 | Austin |
West Side StoryPresented by Texas Performing Arts at Texas Performing Arts- Bass Concert Hall March 29-April 3, 2011 More than 50 years ago one musical changed theater forever. Now it’s back on Broadway mesmerizing audiences once again. From the first note to the final breath, WEST SIDE STORY soars as the greatest love story of all time. Directed by its two-time Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents, WEST SIDE STORY remains as powerful, poignant, and timely as ever. The new Broadway cast album of WEST SIDE STORY won the 2010 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. The Bernstein and Sondheim... | Texas Performing Arts | 03/29/11- 04/03/11 | Austin |
Ballet Austin’s Family Dance Workshop – The Magic FlutePresented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater April 23, 2011 See excerpts from Ballet Austin’s world premiere ballet based on Mozart’s The Magic Flute, and explore the elements of dance that make great choreography. Create variations on dances using choreographic techniques and explore dance from the artists’ point of view with Ballet Austin dancers and staff. | Ballet Austin | 04/23/11 | Austin |
Ballet Austin’s Studio Spotlight – The Magic FlutePresented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater April 27, 2011 Explore the creative process by joining us for a rehearsal viewing in the studio! Learn about Ballet Austin’s world premiere ballet based on Mozart’s The Magic Flute, watch the company rehearse excerpts from the upcoming production, and ask questions of the choreographer and dancers! | Ballet Austin | 04/27/11 | Austin |
Ballet Austin’s Build-a-Ballet: Carnival of the AnimalsPresented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater May 3-May 4, 2011 Carnival of the Animals comes to life in an interactive format that draws on lots of great audience participation. Learn more about dance and help build part of a ballet with the dancers in the production. See your new choreography performed in the ballet! | Ballet Austin | 05/03/11- 05/04/11 | Austin |
Ballet Austin's Production of The Magic FlutePresented by Ballet Austin at Austin Ventures Studio Theater May 6-May 8, 2011 Set to the invigorating music of Mozart’s famous opera, this new production of The Magic Flute draws you into a world of suspended reality where a flute has the power to change the hearts of men. A story wrought with mythical creatures, this inspiring ballet conspires to turn the most stubborn skeptic into one who believes in anything.
| Ballet Austin | 05/06/11- 05/08/11 | Austin |
Tapestry on the Fringe!Presented by Tapestry Dance Company at Salvage Vanguard Theater August 19, 2010-August 16, 2011 Always a leader in the contemporary tap dance and rhythm renaissance, Austin’s own Tapestry Dance Company will be dancing on the very edge of contemporary tap and rhythm with performances EVERY THIRD THURSDAY of every month of our stellar 2010 – 11 Season. Episode I will be performed on Thursday, August 19th at 8:00 & 9:45pm. Performances for the series will take place in the Studio Theatre at Salvage Vanguard’s Manor Road location. Tapestry on the Fringe! Episode I... | Tapestry Dance Company | 08/19/10- 08/16/11 | 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 |
Girls Girls Girls Performance TeamPresented by Austin Uptown Dance Studio September 12, 2009 - Ongoing GIRLS GIRLS GIRLS
• For All Levels of Dancers
Learn how to shake and isolate what your mama gave you! We’ll focus on fancy footwork, sexy styling, spins, isolation, control, confidence and body flight. All while having a GIRL PARTY!
| Austin Uptown Dance Studio | 09/12/09- Ongoing | |
Samba Classes at EsquinaTangoPresented by EsquinaTango at 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 | Austin |
Salsa Aerobics at EsquinaTangoPresented by EsquinaTango at 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 | Austin |
Salsa Class at EsquinaTangoPresented by EsquinaTango at 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 | Austin |
Argentine Tango ClassPresented by EsquinaTango at 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 | Austin |
Noche de Tango with Glover Gill & The Tosca String QuartetPresented by EsquinaTango Cultural Society of Austin at EsquinaTango 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 | Austin |
Dance International Events and ClassesPresented by Dance International at Dance International January 31, 2009 - Ongoing Free Day of Dance! Jan 31!
Studios all over Austin are offering free classes and Dance International is participating. As a heads up, Dance International will be teaching eight classes - four at the Hill's Fitness Center and four at the Dancer's Workshop for both youth and adults. A great opportunity to get those stubborn people in your life to come out and dance - they're completely free classes - you can't beat that! More details next week!
Valentine's Heart Valentine's... | Dance International | 01/31/09- Ongoing | Austin |
Uptown's Dances and EventsPresented by Austin Uptown Dance Company July 16, 2008 - Ongoing
Austin Christian Social Gathering with Classes & Variety Social Dance
Carson & KristyCarson & Kristy
Friday, May 28th
6:30-10:00pm
Join Carson, Kristy and friends from around the Austin area for a night of dancing to good, clean dance music. Start with dance lessons in 3 very popular styles:
6:30pm Tango
7:00pm Waltz
7:30pm WC Swing
Then stay and practice what you've learned to DJ... | Austin Uptown Dance Company | 07/16/08- Ongoing | |
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 |