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Alumni in the News: Katia Lom (Class of 2006) opens in London

Katia’s latest London performance of “Elvis I Love You” on Thursday 18 November as part of an evening that was curated at Rich Mix
entitled “The Feminine Body”, which will also see work by choreographers Kamala Devam and Niall Cullen (Preface Morn).

Following a great reception in London at The Place at the Resolution! platform earlier this year, “Elvis I Love You” went on to be performed at the Siobhan Davies Studios, the West London Synagogue and St-Paul’s Church in Bristol.

Marking the 75th Anniversary of Elvis Presley’s birth this year, “Elvis I Love You” pays tribute to The King and sees five performers rediscover a passion for dance and love.  “Imagine Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker having a pink-toned fever-dream … and you’ll have an inkling” (Donald Hutera – *Dance Europe*).

For bookings and additional information please follow this link: http://www.richmix.org.uk/aandc_femininebody.htm
For more on Katia:  www.katialom.co.uk

Alumni in the News: Katia Lom (Class of 2006) opens in London

Katia’s latest London performance of “Elvis I Love You” on Thursday 18 November as part of an evening that was curated at Rich Mix
entitled “The Feminine Body”, which will also see work by choreographers Kamala Devam and Niall Cullen (Preface Morn).

Following a great reception in London at The Place at the Resolution! platform earlier this year, “Elvis I Love You” went on to be performed at the Siobhan Davies Studios, the West London Synagogue and St-Paul’s Church in Bristol.

Marking the 75th Anniversary of Elvis Presley’s birth this year, “Elvis I Love You” pays tribute to The King and sees five performers rediscover a passion for dance and love.  “Imagine Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker having a pink-toned fever-dream … and you’ll have an inkling” (Donald Hutera – *Dance Europe*).

For bookings and additional information please follow this link: http://www.richmix.org.uk/aandc_femininebody.htm
For more on Katia:  www.katialom.co.uk

The William J. Cooper Foundation and the Department of Music and Dance present SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA

The Department of Music and Dance at Swarthmore College and the William J. Cooper Foundation will present SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA on Friday, October 29th, 2010 at 8PM in the Lang Performing Arts Center’s Pearson-Hall Theater.  The event will be free and open to the public without reservations.

Founded in 1997 by Martin Santangelo and his wife, Soledad Barrio, the award-winning SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA is Spain’s most successful and authentic flamenco touring company.  Performances feature Soledad Barrio, who has received awards for her riveting performances in over twelve countries including the prestigious Bessie Award from New York City.  Soledad Barrio was born and lives in Madrid, Spain and has appeared with many notable flamenco companies throughout her career including Ballet Espanol de Paco Romero, Cristobal Reyes, and El Toleo.  She has performed throughout the world with artists such as Alenjandro Granados, Isabel Bayón, Jesus Torres, Rafael Campallo, Belen Maya and numerous others.

All aspects of flamenco: dance, song, and music, are integrated and given equal weight in the presentations of SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA, creating a true communal spirit within the company that reflects the very heart and soul of flamenco. Flamenco’s cultural heritage includes the music and rhythms of the ancient Romans and the folk music of the Gypsies, Jews and Arabs who fled expulsion into Andalucia, Spain during the tumultuous Middle Ages.  Flamenco, as we know it today, evolved slowly over time until the 19th century, when it rapidly gained in artistic stature as well as popularity. Under the artistic direction of Martin Santangelo and Soledad Barrio, NOCHE FLAMENCA draws on the rich traditions of flamenco music and dance, offering audiences the unique opportunity to feel the emotional impact of this ancient art.  SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA is recognized as one of the most exciting flamenco companies in the field today. The company brings to the stage the essence, purity, and integrity of one of the world’s most complex and mysterious art forms.

SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA will hold a Lecture/Demonstration in the LPAC Pearson-Hall Theater (Mainstage) on Thursday October 28th at 10AM.  Please contact Susan Grossi (sgrossi1@swarthmore.edu), Administrative Assistant for Music and Dance in LPAC 004 or at x2019 for more information.

SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA will also host a Master Class in the LPAC Boyer Dance Studio (LPAC 003) on Thursday October 28th at 4:30PM. This event is free and open to students, but please contact Professor Kim Arrow (karrow1@swarthmore.edu) at x8670 or Susan Grossi (sgrossi1@swarthmore.edu) Administrative Assistant for Music and Dance in LPAC 004 at x2019 to reserve a space.

For further information about these events, contact Tara Webb at 610-328-8260 or twebb1@swarthmore.edu.

The William J. Cooper Foundation and the Department of Music and Dance present SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA

The Department of Music and Dance at Swarthmore College and the William J. Cooper Foundation will present SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA on Friday, October 29th, 2010 at 8PM in the Lang Performing Arts Center’s Pearson-Hall Theater.  The event will be free and open to the public without reservations.

Founded in 1997 by Martin Santangelo and his wife, Soledad Barrio, the award-winning SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA is Spain’s most successful and authentic flamenco touring company.  Performances feature Soledad Barrio, who has received awards for her riveting performances in over twelve countries including the prestigious Bessie Award from New York City.  Soledad Barrio was born and lives in Madrid, Spain and has appeared with many notable flamenco companies throughout her career including Ballet Espanol de Paco Romero, Cristobal Reyes, and El Toleo.  She has performed throughout the world with artists such as Alenjandro Granados, Isabel Bayón, Jesus Torres, Rafael Campallo, Belen Maya and numerous others.

All aspects of flamenco: dance, song, and music, are integrated and given equal weight in the presentations of SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA, creating a true communal spirit within the company that reflects the very heart and soul of flamenco. Flamenco’s cultural heritage includes the music and rhythms of the ancient Romans and the folk music of the Gypsies, Jews and Arabs who fled expulsion into Andalucia, Spain during the tumultuous Middle Ages.  Flamenco, as we know it today, evolved slowly over time until the 19th century, when it rapidly gained in artistic stature as well as popularity. Under the artistic direction of Martin Santangelo and Soledad Barrio, NOCHE FLAMENCA draws on the rich traditions of flamenco music and dance, offering audiences the unique opportunity to feel the emotional impact of this ancient art.  SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA is recognized as one of the most exciting flamenco companies in the field today. The company brings to the stage the essence, purity, and integrity of one of the world’s most complex and mysterious art forms.

SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA will hold a Lecture/Demonstration in the LPAC Pearson-Hall Theater (Mainstage) on Thursday October 28th at 10AM.  Please contact Susan Grossi (sgrossi1@swarthmore.edu), Administrative Assistant for Music and Dance in LPAC 004 or at x2019 for more information.

SOLEDAD BARRIO AND NOCHE FLAMENCA will also host a Master Class in the LPAC Boyer Dance Studio (LPAC 003) on Thursday October 28th at 4:30PM. This event is free and open to students, but please contact Professor Kim Arrow (karrow1@swarthmore.edu) at x8670 or Susan Grossi (sgrossi1@swarthmore.edu) Administrative Assistant for Music and Dance in LPAC 004 at x2019 to reserve a space.

For further information about these events, contact Tara Webb at 610-328-8260 or twebb1@swarthmore.edu.

The Department of Music and Dance presents the Intergenerational Drum and Dance Project

Fall 2010

COME JOIN US FOR
the
Intergenerational Drum and Dance Project

***Do ask about our scholarship and internship opportunities!***

COMMUNITY, MERRY MAKING, DISCOVERY
Presented by:
Jeannine Osayande, Founder & Director, Dunya Performing Arts Company
& Sharon Friedler, Director of The Dance Program

Swarthmore College Department of Music and Dance

Featuring Traditional Drum and Dance from Mali and Guinea
Jeannine Osayande and Ira Bond, Arts Educators
Ages: 5 – Well Seasoned Adult

When:
Saturdays, October 16, 23, 30,
and November 13 & 20
10:00am-12:00pm (Arrive 10 minutes early)

Where:
Swarthmore College
Lang Performing Arts Center (LPAC)
Boyer Dance Lab

Fees:
$100.00 participant (child)
$10.00 off each additional child
$100.00 participant (adult)
$75.00 parent accompanying child

To Sign up Now Contact:
Jeannine Osayande at 484-431-4378
or Satya at satyanelms@gmail.com

The Department of Music and Dance presents the Intergenerational Drum and Dance Project

Fall 2010

COME JOIN US FOR
the
Intergenerational Drum and Dance Project

***Do ask about our scholarship and internship opportunities!***

COMMUNITY, MERRY MAKING, DISCOVERY
Presented by:
Jeannine Osayande, Founder & Director, Dunya Performing Arts Company
& Sharon Friedler, Director of The Dance Program

Swarthmore College Department of Music and Dance

Featuring Traditional Drum and Dance from Mali and Guinea
Jeannine Osayande and Ira Bond, Arts Educators
Ages: 5 – Well Seasoned Adult

When:
Saturdays, October 16, 23, 30,
and November 13 & 20
10:00am-12:00pm (Arrive 10 minutes early)

Where:
Swarthmore College
Lang Performing Arts Center (LPAC)
Boyer Dance Lab

Fees:
$100.00 participant (child)
$10.00 off each additional child
$100.00 participant (adult)
$75.00 parent accompanying child

To Sign up Now Contact:
Jeannine Osayande at 484-431-4378
or Satya at satyanelms@gmail.com

Khmer Court Dance and Music Workshops and Performances

Through September and October, Bryn Mawr College will sponsor several events highlighting the classical arts of Cambodia including dance, music, theater and discussions with the artists.

The performance of The Lives of Giants (see below for more information) is a ticketed event.  All other events are free.

MASTER CLASSES IN CLASSICAL CAMBODIAN TECHNIQUE with KHMER ARTS ENSEMBLE
Wednesday, October 20, 4:30-6:00 ~ Swarthmore College, LPAC Troy Dance Studio

Thursday, October 21, 4-5:30 ~ Bryn Mawr College, Pem Dance Studio

Saturday, October 23, 10:30 ~ Cambodian Association North Center Dance Studio:  5412 North 5th Street (appropriate for younger students)

Saturday, October 23, 1:00 PM~ The Performance Garage: 1515 Brandywine, Philadelphia (appropriate for dancers with more extensive training in Cambodian or other techniques)- Studio accessible by #2 bus or Orange-Broad street line

“LEARNING TO LISTEN” with KHMER ARTS ENSEMBLE
Cambodian Music Demonstration / Discussion
Saturday, October 23rd, 7 PM
Goodhart Free Admission. Reservations
required (Office for the Arts 610-526-5210)
Teaching artist, Ros Sokun

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Khmer Court Dance and Music Workshops and Performances

Through September and October, Bryn Mawr College will sponsor several events highlighting the classical arts of Cambodia including dance, music, theater and discussions with the artists.

The performance of The Lives of Giants (see below for more information) is a ticketed event.  All other events are free.

MASTER CLASSES IN CLASSICAL CAMBODIAN TECHNIQUE with KHMER ARTS ENSEMBLE
Wednesday, October 20, 4:30-6:00 ~ Swarthmore College, LPAC Troy Dance Studio

Thursday, October 21, 4-5:30 ~ Bryn Mawr College, Pem Dance Studio

Saturday, October 23, 10:30 ~ Cambodian Association North Center Dance Studio:  5412 North 5th Street (appropriate for younger students)

Saturday, October 23, 1:00 PM~ The Performance Garage: 1515 Brandywine, Philadelphia (appropriate for dancers with more extensive training in Cambodian or other techniques)- Studio accessible by #2 bus or Orange-Broad street line

“LEARNING TO LISTEN” with KHMER ARTS ENSEMBLE
Cambodian Music Demonstration / Discussion
Saturday, October 23rd, 7 PM
Goodhart Free Admission. Reservations
required (Office for the Arts 610-526-5210)
Teaching artist, Ros Sokun

Continue reading

Dance Faculty Members in performance!

Jumatatu Poe will be performing as a member of the choreographer series 8 at the Live Arts – Fringe Festival on September 7th and 8th and September 11th and 12th.

C. Kemal Nance is also performing at the Live Arts – Fringe Festival on September 9th and September 12th.  Kemal will also be part of the PhD concert at Temple on October 30th and 31st at 2PM on Saturday, and 7:30PM on both Saturday and Sunday.

Meredith Rainey will be performing with Danse4Nia September 11th and 12th at the Freedom Theatre.  Meredith is teaching the Ballet Repertory class this semester and will be featured in our Fall Student Dance Concert in December.  He will also be part of an event on November 13th along with Kate Watson Wallace at the Montgomery Community College.

Jeanine Osayande will be performing with Flyground on September 17th and 18th as part of the Live Arts – Fringe Festival.

Leah Stein will be performing as part of a Japanese-US cultural exchange at the Japan House, September 9th, 10th and 11th, for the Live Arts – Fringe Festival.

A dance film created by Kim Arrow will be shown as part of the Sans Souci Festival of Dance Cinema in Boulder, CO.

Pallabi Chakravorty will be performing with her company, the Courtyard Dancers, on October 8th and 9th at 7:30PM as part of an event with the Asian Arts Initiative.  Check her website or here for more information closer to the dates.  Pallabi will also be participating  in a performance and workshop at Indiana University as part of the India Studies Program on October 23rd.

Click on the above links for more information and check our News updates frequently!

Dance Faculty Members in performance!

Jumatatu Poe will be performing as a member of the choreographer series 8 at the Live Arts – Fringe Festival on September 7th and 8th and September 11th and 12th.

C. Kemal Nance is also performing at the Live Arts – Fringe Festival on September 9th and September 12th.  Kemal will also be part of the PhD concert at Temple on October 30th and 31st at 2PM on Saturday, and 7:30PM on both Saturday and Sunday.

Meredith Rainey will be performing with Danse4Nia September 11th and 12th at the Freedom Theatre.  Meredith is teaching the Ballet Repertory class this semester and will be featured in our Fall Student Dance Concert in December.  He will also be part of an event on November 13th along with Kate Watson Wallace at the Montgomery Community College.

Jeanine Osayande will be performing with Flyground on September 17th and 18th as part of the Live Arts – Fringe Festival.

Leah Stein will be performing as part of a Japanese-US cultural exchange at the Japan House, September 9th, 10th and 11th, for the Live Arts – Fringe Festival.

A dance film created by Kim Arrow will be shown as part of the Sans Souci Festival of Dance Cinema in Boulder, CO.

Pallabi Chakravorty will be performing with her company, the Courtyard Dancers, on October 8th and 9th at 7:30PM as part of an event with the Asian Arts Initiative.  Check her website or here for more information closer to the dates.  Pallabi will also be participating  in a performance and workshop at Indiana University as part of the India Studies Program on October 23rd.

Click on the above links for more information and check our News updates frequently!