Dance Review: Paradigm, A Model for Dance
July 23, 2009 by iDANZ Today
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One definition of paradigm is “one that serves as a pattern or model.” There is no doubt that Paradigm exemplifies the proof of the model of performance that us dancers strive for everyday . . . to embody and become an idea and expression of an experience. The performance at DTW begins with A […]
Dance Review: Cheese Soiree, Pilobolus Dance Theater
July 14, 2009 by iDANZ Today
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Pilobolus Dance Theatre has a 38-year history of keeping their brand alive. Innovative in the 70’s, their signature style of acrobatic body constructions is still maintained today. Unfortunately, it is preserved by adding more and more cheese. At the opening night gala performance, the company serves four different kinds of cheese. The program includes three […]
Dance Review: Past and Future Clash or Contrast?
June 30, 2009 by iDANZ Today
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What choreographer has the balls to bring all ‘his dancers’ to The Joyce Theater after working in NYC for 17 years? Nicholas Leichter! He presents company members, old and new, in a rare tribute to his own evolving artist legacy. After seeing his genius on the bodies of students at DTW’s Barnard Project, I was […]
Dance Review: Is Even the Sky the Limit for Larry Keigwin?
June 26, 2009 by iDANZ Today
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Is Even the Sky the Limit for Larry Keigwin? Today, I will be talking about Larry Keigwin’s dance company, Keigwin + Company, which performs this week at The Joyce Theater. But, first, I would like to talk about my first experience seeing Larry Keigwin’s work, which happened not too long ago at the Juilliard […]
Dance Review: The A.W.A.R.D. Show! 2009 Opens at Joyce SoHo-Who Will Make the Finals?
June 24, 2009 by iDANZ Today
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The A.W.A.R.D. Show! 2009 is truly a reward to the dance community as it seeks to build an improved relationship between artists and their audiences. Premiering in New York in the intimate theater space within Joyce SoHo on June 18, this year’s series of performances will extend into three additional cities including Chicago, Philadelphia and […]
Dance Review: Danco is it! Philadanco at The Joyce
June 22, 2009 by iDANZ Today
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Danco is it! Danco is it! I am totally honored to be at The Joyce Theater to see Philadanco perform which is one of the best dance companies out there…. and I mean The BEST. I’m impressed at their ability to be so in sync as a company, be extraordinarily technical, in addition to being […]
Dance Review: Jennifer MULLER/The WORKS- Electrifying!
June 20, 2009 by iDANZ Today
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Jennifer Muller creates an evening of dance with works from the archives to a stunning world premiere. She has a company of 12 that milked every extension, lift, and suspension, filling The Joyce Theater with life. A night with Jennifer Muller and dancers is a refreshing finish to a long day. TUB (created in 1973); […]
Dance Review: The BANG GROUP – Doin’ What Comes Natur’lly
June 20, 2009 by iDANZ Today
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The Bang Group Doin’ What Comes Natur’lly at Joe’s Pub/NYC Opened by two silent cowboy “pahtnahs” wearing red pajama onesies, doin’ some front porch sittin’, evil-plotting on the neighbors, and understated dance partying – The Bang Group’s SHOWDOWN is already a hit. I am literally crying with laughter and have found that not for the […]
Dance Review: The Uniqueness of an Alvin Ailey Dancer
June 18, 2009 by iDANZ Today
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Ailey dancers know how to bring in an audience. Whether it is for their flawless technique, their focused emotional deliverance, their exquisite physiques, or their dedication to continuing Ailey’s legacy, after 50 years Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is still a force to be reckoned with. The opening piece, Hymn, created in 1993, reflects the […]
Dance Review: Bill T. Jones, A Chapel/Chapter of Fabulous
June 15, 2009 by iDANZ Today
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It was another rainy night, and I was on my way to see Bill T.’s Chapel/Chapter, up in Harlem…. I mean really? Harlem come on…. in the rain….. What is it with me, modern dance and rain? Its fine. I made it there and back unscathed, better than unscathed, elated. It was a unique (and […]