Tribulations Company Workshop
2020-03-07 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Edmonton)
TRIBULATIONS – A Dance Story Directed & Choreographed by Hannah Joelle.
Join Hannah Joelle and dancers from her recent production Tribulations, in a company repertoire workshop. This workshop is open to dancers of all styles and will focus on exploring individual artistry within improv/freestyle as well as choreography. The work is heavily influenced from both contemporary and hip-hop movement, as well as human gestures and behaviour. This workshop will allow you to work within any personal limits while still being able to share your artistic voice with the dance community in a safe and supportive environment.
CREATE. CONNECT. INSPIRE.

Improvisation with Andrew Harwood
2020-03-06 19:00 - 2020-03-08 15:30 | Spazio Performativo, 10816 95 ST NW, Edmonton, AB, T5H 2E3, Canada
March 6-8
Friday 7 pm – 10 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10 am – 5:30 pm
$175 for all three classes
$50/ for Friday
$75 each day for Saturday and Sunday
Andrew de Lotbinière Harwood has been dedicated to improvisation as a performing art for nearly 40 years and is recognized worldwide as a specialist in instantaneous choreography and contact improvisation. Since 1976, his work has evolved through ongoing collaborations with several artists from various disciplines and through exploration into performance, composition, spatial design and various movement techniques. His improvisation work is influenced by the practice of gymnastics, athletics, yoga, modern dance, Alexander technique, Aikido, Release Technique, and a variety of somatic approaches.

Cunningham at Metro Cinema
2020-03-06 19:00 - 20:45 | Metro Cinema, 8712 109 ST NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 1E9, Canada
Part of The Female Gaze, our celebration of women in film!
Cunningham traces Merce’s artistic evolution over three decades of risk and discovery (1944–1972), from his early years as a struggling dancer in postwar New York to his emergence as one of the world’s most visionary choreographers. The 3D technology weaves together Merce’s philosophies and stories, creating a visceral journey into his innovative work. Co-presented by Mile Zero Dance. Featuring a live dance performance before the screening.
Germany/France/USA 2019, 93 min, Dir: Alla Kovgan
Screening
March 6 at 7:00 pm

SkirtsAFire: The Beat of Her Drum
2020-03-06 19:00 - 20:30 | St. Faith’s Church, 11725 93 ST NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5G 1E2, Canada
DRUMMING FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Another brand new event on Alberta Ave for SkirtsAfire, The Beat of Her Drum will be a powerful coming together of Indigenous, Korean, Latin American and West African drumming and dance for an explosive night of cultural fusion.
Sangea
With a splendid repertoire that draws heavily from the rich traditions of West African performance art, Sangea continues to brilliantly redefine what it means to revitalize tradition and in turn, captivate a modern audience. Sangea is a diverse West-African performance group made up of 8 members from several countries in Africa, and from Mexico and Canada. The name of the group means female leader and is a common name given to young girls in Liberia. Established in 2012, the group has grown from being a household name amongst several communities within the Edmonton area, to becoming a leader in the forward progression of traditional West-African music, dance, poetry, and theatre in it’s home province and across the country at large. All of its growth and success can be attributed to it’s steadfast mission to preserve and share African culture, to captivate and inspire it’s audience, and to build cultural bridges through artistic expression.
Featuring: Ereni Perez, Gal Perez, Shasily Matowe, Eyram Drah, Eto Kandu, Selassie Drah, Bill Mitchell & Reckie Lloyd
Warrior Women
Warrior Women is composed of Matricia Brown and Mackenzie Brown. A dynamic mother daughter duo whose haunting melodies and harmonious song writing will give you an experience of a lifetime. Warrior Women write and perform songs written in both English and their native tongue, Cree. Matricia and Mackenzie offer performances ranging from educational performances in schools with children and youth, to traditional crafting classes, to relaxing atmospheric drumming shows offered to people of all ages. Warrior Women was founded 15 years ago.
Since the creation of Warrior Women, Matricia and Mackenzie have traveled around Alberta, drumming, singing and educating the population on First Nations culture, traditions and crafts. Warrior Women has performed for Canada Day celebrations in Edson, Aboriginal Day in Jasper and Edson, performed at schools in Spruce Grove, Edmonton, Jasper, Edson, Hinton and many more places. Currently the members of Warrior Women are residing in Jasper where they perform for Parks Canada Rocky Mountaineer, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, as well as the Australian Pacific tour company for various tour groups at Jasper Park Lodge. Warrior Women does anything from drum making to big powwow drum experiences and Aboriginal awareness projects. If you have ever wanted to hear the beat of the drum and connect back to First Nations roots, Warrior Women is the band for you.
KoRock & Jeon’s TKD Demonstration Team
KoRock is an abbreviation of Korean Rock in English. In Korean words, KoRock (pronounced [ka-rak]) represents a type of music that synchronizes beat and rhythm with low, mid, and high tones. Taekwondo is Korean Traditional martial arts training, physically and mentally – Tae, meaning to kick or jump; Kwon, meaning fist or hand; and Do, which means “the way.” This performance will show the collaboration of Jeon’s Taekwondo & KoRock – the Taekwondo technical kickings and traditional movements with drumming beats and rhythms coming from traditional Korean beats.

SkirtsAFire: Shaktiflow | The Lioness
2020-03-04 19:00 - 20:00 | The Nina Haggerty Gallery, 9225 118 AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5G 0K6, Canada
DANCE, MUSIC & SPOKEN WORD
Presented by Shaktiflow Studios, who are dedicated to empowerment through movement—stories told through dance. Each gesture has a meaning and with them we facilitate ideas of unity, equality, and change.
The Lioness tells the story of the fire that resides within the feminine being. It is a poetic exploration of the ferocity of a woman. Guided by Katrina (Kena León’s) music and Nisha’s words, the dancer’s movements originate from deep within the core, extend into arms, legs, fingers, and face as they unravel from the limitations of their expected roles and mannerisms, revealing the rawness of their power. Featuring Misbah Qureshi, Katrina Campos, Nisha Patel, Amanda Alvorada, Cecilia Ferreyra, Teneil Whiskeyjack, Shrina Patel, and Shaktiflow dancers.
*Be sure to check out Shaktiflow’s Garba Dance & Workshop on Saturday, February 29.

Calgary | New Blood
2020-03-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Our Lady of the Assumption School, 7311 34 AVE NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B 1N5, Canada
OLA is excited and honoured to bring this event to our communities, and we warmly invite you to join us.
Featuring poetry, storytelling, contemporary and traditional dance, the widely acclaimed production of NEW BLOOD blends Blackfoot music and contemporary music by Peter Gabriel to create an amazing piece of theatre celebrating Blackfoot history and traditions.
This night will not disappoint!
www.newblooddance.com
*** Due to content, age recommendation is 10+

SkirtsAFire: SHE MOVES
2020-03-01 19:00 - 20:00 | The Nina Haggerty Gallery, 9225 118 AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5G 0K6, Canada
DANCE FROM AROUND THE WORLD
She Moves is a brand new event to SkirtsAfire! Four dance groups come together to bring us a taste of Classical Ballet, Traditional Lebanese, Columbian, Haitian and Kenyan dance – all in one evening of impactful moments in motion.
Coppéli-AI
Coppéli-AI is a retro-futuristic rendition of the ballet Coppélia that challenges society’s expectations of women pressured by the male gaze. The re-written story is of a quarreling lesbian couple and a misogynistic inventor, who creates an artificial intelligence (AI) hologram named Coppélia, that one of the women accidentally falls in love with. Through this the ballet will showcase the importance of women’s emotions and ideas over vanity and sex appeal.

Al-Jabal Dance
Al-Jabal Dance is a Lebanese folkloric ensemble that pairs the dynamic steps of the traditional stomping dance “dabke” and the feminine oriental dance to celebrate and honour Lebanon. Founded in 2011 by dancer and choreographer Nada Chehayeb, Al-Jabal Dance has performed in numerous venues across Alberta and for private events in Lebanon.

Kandela Flow
Kandela Flow is a dance fitness, zumba collective. The group is made up of four talented, enthusiastic instructors with diverse cultural backgrounds. From Haiti, to Kenya, to Colombia, we bring you the best of our Caribbean beats, Afro Beats, LatinX rhythms and more. They aim to create wholesome and unique fitness dance classes where people can relate and feel connected to the music they work out to. We create this by embracing and representing our own cultural backgrounds and hope others in the class feel encouraged to do the same.

Marena
Marena is a folkloric dance group that was born in 2015 from the love for dancing and the desire to share our Colombian cultural roots. In Marena, members have a space to create together, share many laughs and be part of a community where dance is a medium that has allowed us to dream together. Since then we have performed in different community and cultural events that allow us to share the joy of dancing music from our cultural roots. We are excited to be a part of Skirtsafire 2020 and to be able to contribute through our dance and music, to the thriving impulse of our latin community in Edmonton.

Ballet Edmonton presents Chapter TWO
2020-03-01 14:30 - 16:00 | Triffo Theatre in Allard Hall, 11110 104 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5K1M9, Canada
This evening of contemporary dance and ballet will feature two works by Artistic Director Wen Wei Wang: NIGHT BOX and SWAN. SWAN is an arresting and beautifully presented reimagining of the iconic characters of Swan Lake. Our third piece of the night is new work by Karissa Barry. Her meticulous, intelligent choreography offers our company dancers an opportunity to give voice to her inspired movement.

Chapter TWO Trailer • Feb 28, 29, Mar 1, 2020 from Ballet Edmonton on Vimeo.

Place/Is a city written on this body?
2020-02-29 20:00 - 21:30 | Spazio Performativo, 10816 95 ST NW, Edmonton, AB, T5H 2E3, Canada
Mile Zero Dance welcomes Rosanna Terracciano to Edmonton for a solo performance as part of our Dance Crush Series. See the recent writeup in the Edmonton Journal (Feb. 11)
PLACE/Is a city written on this body? is a solo trilogy of cities — Napoli, Calgary, Madrid/Sevilla/Barcelona. It explores each city’s respective story of significant professional, personal and bodily impact. Interpreted by Rosanna Terracciano, it includes choreography by Terracciano, Montreal’s Myriam Allard and Barcelona’s Juan Carlos Lérida. Creation and development is supported by the Canada Council for the Arts, ReLoCate collective (Calgary), Studio Pleamar (Montréal) Artist-in-Residence program and the DJD Dance Centre Creative Residency Program.
For more info on Rosanna Terracciano visit http://www.rosannaflamenco.com/

SkirtsAFire: GARBA DANCE & WORKSHOP
2020-02-29 15:30 - 16:30 | The Nina Haggerty Gallery, 9225 118 AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5G 0K6, Canada
Presented by Shaktiflow Studios, who are dedicated to empowerment through movement—stories told through dance. Each gesture has a meaning and with them we facilitate ideas of unity, equality, and change.
Garba is the Sanskrit term for womb. Originating from Gujarat, this folk dance celebrates the circle of life and the divine feminine energy. This Indian folk dance involves clapping, twirling, and simple footwork. The dance is performed in a circle to assist the dancer with the movements and to unite the participants into sisterhood. Featuring Theresa Felling and Shrina Patel. Feel free to bring your own long, flowy skirt!
*Be sure to check out Shaktiflow’s event, The Lioness, featuring dance, music and spoken word on Wednesday, March 4.

Community Swing 'n' Skate
2020-02-29 12:00 - 15:00 | Yellowbird Community League, 10710 19 AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5E 5N1, Canada
Community Swing ‘n’ Skate is back for 2020!
Come out this Saturday (February 29) for the next Community Swing ‘n’ Skate at the Yellowbird Community League (10710 19 AVE NW) featuring Dave Babcock and his Jump Orchestra and dance lessons with Sugar Swing Ballroom!
This is a free, all-ages event open to everyone; you do not need to be a resident of the participating community leagues to attend.

12-Week Evening Dance Series: Movement and Sound
2020-02-27 18:30 - 20:00 | Wildflower Arts Centre, 3363 Spruce Dr SW, Calgary, AB, Calgary, Alberta, T3C 3A3, Canada
Join Momo Movement for a 12-week evening dance series on Thursday nights from 6:30 – 8:00 PM. This workshop would not be possible without the support of Alberta Dance Alliance and Disability Pride Alberta.
We will explore four different forms of dance:
Movement and Sound
Explore improvisational contemporary dance movement led by Kyra Newton with live music performed by Eric Smith.
February 6, 20, 27
Burlesque
Try on the glamour and spectacle of integrated burlesque with Eva Angel.
March 5, 12, 19
Performance techniques
Build your skills as a performer with the tools to be confident and present on stage.
April 16, 23
DanceAbility®
Experience your body in a new way through improvisational exercises that focus on your relationship to physical space and other people.
April 30
May 7, 14, 21
(DanceAbility will be FREE thanks to the support of Disability Pride Alberta)
Drop in $12, full rate $80
4-week DanceAbility® Free, registration required.
Located at WildFlower Arts centre, 3363 Spruce Dr SW, Calgary, AB T3C 3A3
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOxuL4cw1XW5pe4FqSrruADGJDN7UKu0Uc2WvwMpfxHqoc3Q/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1

The Talking, Thinking, Dancing Body-Calgary
2020-02-24 19:00 - 21:00 | cSPACE, 1721 29 AVE SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2T 6T7, Canada
written contract rarely covers all the scenarios that may and do arise in research, rehearsal and creation projects. This edition of TTDB, we’ll be looking at:
– strategies to deal with unforeseen changes in a project/contract once it has already started
– non-violent conflict resolution
– defining working conditions
– authorship/where does the work lie?
– saying no
– and more!
Bring your questions and experience! We’ll have wine and snacks available!
Facilitated by Artistic Director Sasha Ivanochko and DSW Artist in Residence Pam Tzeng, the discussion is articulated through a lens that is concerned with anti-colonialism, anti-racism and feminism.
North Treehouse, cSPACE King Edward, 7pm

Shumka School of Dance Winter Concert
2020-02-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 87 AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2T2, Canada
The annual SSD Winter Concert takes place on Sunday, February 23. Over 200 students take the stage to showcase numbers from this past year.
Adults: $18 plus gst
Children 5-12 years: $10 plus gst
Children under 5: Free, but still require a ticket
Tickets are sold as reserved seating though the Shumka office.
Please get in touch at 780 455-9559 ext. 101 or email june.eeles@shumka.com

Churchill Square: Swing ‘n’ Skate
2020-02-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Edmonton City Hall, 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 2R7, Canada
This weekend, join us at City Hall for another Swing ‘n’ Skate!
From 1:00 – 4:00 pm enjoy the music of the Capital City Big Band and free dance lessons with Sugar Swing Ballroom. Outside, grab your skates and try out the fountain ice in front of City Hall! Free skate rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Edmonton | Alberta Ballet Unleashed
2020-02-22 19:30 - 22:00 | Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 11455 87 AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2T2, Canada
INTRODUCING ALBERTA BALLET UNLEASHED
Experience ballet from three different artistic perspectives powerfully expressed by Alberta Ballet’s company dancers. February’s triple bill, Alberta Ballet Unleashed perfectly blends classical and contemporary ballet in one unforgettable evening.
Allegro Brillante
George Balanchine’s Allegro Brillante, performed to Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 3 is characterized by what Maria Tallchief (the ballerina on whom the bravura leading role was created) calls “an expansive Russian romanticism.” The music’s vigorous pace makes the steps appear even more difficult, but the ballet relies on strong dancing, precise timing, and breadth of gesture. Balanchine said: “It contains everything I know about classical ballet in 13 minutes.”
The performance of Allegro Brillante, a Balanchine® Ballet, is presented by arrangement with The George Balanchine Trust and has been produced in accordance with the Balanchine Style® and Balanchine Technique® Service standards established and provided by the Trust.’
Choreography: George Balanchine Music: Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (Piano Concerto No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 75, 1892 [unfinished]) Staging: Joysanne Sidimus
Costume Design: Holly Hynes
Lighting Recreation: James Thurmeier
Premiere: March 1, 1956; New York City Ballet
Alberta Ballet Premiere: February 12, 2020

Yearning To Make A Difference
Be among the first to witness the world premiere piece by Montreal choreographer, the formidable Anne Plamondon. The piece represents society’s responsibility in a time of tragedy and how small gestures can really affect someone’s life in a beautiful way. Working with Alberta Ballet dancers, Anne explores movement that expresses how individuals have the power to make a positive impact in the greatest time of need.
Choreography: Anne Plamondon
Music Composer: Oliver Fairfield
Lighting Design: Pierre Lavoie
Costume Design: Marie-Audrey Jacques

Petal
Helen Pickett’s original inspiration for Petal came from the vibrancy of a Gerber daisy. As the ballet evolved color remained a critical element of the work, but the visceral movement and relationships between the dancers came to reflect the vigor of wildflowers rather than a hothouse bloom. “The eight dancers who invade, inhabit and constantly transform the stage space, perform as if they had been tossed a do-or-die challenge and are determined to transcend their training,” observed Allan Ulrich of SF Gate. Bathed in the light of hot yellows, pinks, and oranges the dancers’ kinetic energy reflects the vitality of spring. There is also a deeper underlying connection between them expressed through the intimacy of human touch: a gentle caress around someone’s neck or along someone’s neck or inner thigh. “Intimacy is such an important part of a human life – without it, we wither,” says Pickett. “Let’s celebrate this burst of color, this sound, this touch.”
Petal: ASFB Commissioned Work
Choreography: Helen Pickett
Repetiteur: Sarah Hillmer Music: Philip Glass*, Thomas Montgomery Newman** Lighting Design: Todd Elmer
Costume Design: Nete Joseph
*Death of the Twins & Elizabeth Chooses a Career from Les Enfants Terribles by Philip Glass. Based upon the work Les Enfants Terribles by Jean Cocteau. Copyright Editions Grasse! & Fasquelle 1929. © 1996 Dunvagen Music Publishers Inc. Used by permission.
**End Title from LITTLE CHILDREN,© New Line Music, all rights administered by Warner-Tamerlane Publishing Corp. All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Bodied Indivisible
2020-02-22 19:30 - 21:30 | Decidedly Jazz Danceworks, 111 12 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 0Z9, Canada
A BLEND OF TAP & CONTEMPORARY DANCE
Four works, four worlds, exploring power and control, pleasure and pain, otherworldly creatures, and a satirical portrayal of decorum. The choreographic team of Catherine Hayward & Shayne Johnson present their debut production, bringing their distinct investigation of rhythm in movement to the stage.
Created and Performed by Catherine Hayward & Shayne Johnson
Thursday, February 20 – Student Matinee & Artist Talk 1130am
Friday, February 21 – Evening Performance & Artist Talk 730pm
Saturday, February 22 – Closing Performance 730pm
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW: https://bit.ly/2OtJhWp
***Early bird, save $5 until February 1***
This production is possible with the generous support of our funders. Thank you.
Calgary Arts Development
Canada Council for the Arts
Alberta Foundation for the Arts
Decidedly Jazz Danceworks
DJD Dance Centre Creative Residency Program
Photos by Aran Wilkinson-Blanc

UNGANISHA: Explore. Connect. Dance.
2020-02-22 19:00 - 20:30 | The GRAND, 608 1 ST SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 1M6, Canada
UNGANISHA: Explore. Connect. Dance. is a dance theatre show bringing together five popular dance genres with roots on the diverse continent of Africa. Through movement and storytelling an all-Calgary team of dancers, actors, and choreographers journey through Afro-Caribbean, Afro-Cuban, Hip Hop, Step, and Tap dance to celebrate their genesis, their contemporary popularity, and their ability to connect us across cultures and continents.
Artists, Vendors, not-for-profit community associations, and Black History Month exhibits will be on site at our FREE Cultural Fair in the Studio of the venue from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm. There will be art and products on sale.
Early bird tickets are available until January 13, 2019 at https://www.showpass.com/unganisha/

Mardi Gras
2020-02-22 18:30 - 23:30 | Chateau Louis Conference Centre, 11420 117 ST NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5G 3A1, Canada
Vinok Worldance, brings the excitement and liveliness of New Orleans’ Mardi Gras to Edmonton on Saturday, February 22 at 6:30 pm. Celebrate 30 years of Vinok with an evening of dance, music, food and drink, as the Chateau Louis Grand Ballroom captures the atmosphere of the famous French Quarter party district.
Experience a memorable evening strolling down “Bourbon Street”, passing by festively dressed party goers, hearing the sounds of traditional jazz, and smelling the aroma of delectable Louisiana offerings. Enjoy the new mouthwatering menu items, inspired by Cajun and Creole chefs, and featured drinks at the cash bar, including Mint Juleps and Hurricanes! Back by popular demand for this year, Cajun and Square dance lessons will get your toes tapping and encourage you to dance the night away to our wonderful musicians.
Feel free to dress the part – masks are available for purchase at the event. This fundraiser is in support of Vinok Worldance, and features a silent auction, artists and vendors, including Jewelry from the Prettiest Present who are donating their profits from the evening.
There is also a “Mardi Bras” contest, where patrons vote and the favorite decorated bras win a prize. The Canadian Cancer Society will receive a $10 donation for each decorated bra entered into our “Mardi Bras” Contest.
Tickets are $89 (including GST & gratuity), Children under 12 are $40 (Including GST)
Reserved tables are available. See website or call 780.454.3739 for more information.
For more information:
www.vinok.ca

Community Swing 'n' Skate
2020-02-22 12:00 - 15:00 | Kensington Community League, 12130 134B AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5E 5N1, Canada
Community Swing ‘n’ Skate is back for 2020!
Come out this Saturday (February 22) for the next Community Swing ‘n’ Skate at the Kensington Community League (12130 134b avenue) featuring Don Berner’s Little Big Band and dance lessons with Sugar Swing Ballroom!
This is a free, all-ages event open to everyone; you do not need to be a resident of the participating community leagues to attend.

Discover: Life as a Dancer – Open Talk
2020-02-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, Alberta, T1L 1H5, Canada
Sunday, February 16, 7 p.m.
Max Bell Auditorium, at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
FREE (Please reserve tickets in advance.)
How can a background as a dancer inform your future?
Join us for a facilitated discussion with three professional dancers about turning dance into a career.

Heather Ware is a Canadian dancer and choreographer based in Amsterdam. She has danced since 2003 with LeineRoebana, and is currently active as a freelancer in the both the Canadian and Dutch dance communities. As a choreographer Heather continues to develop her work in close collaboration with several international musicians.

Dani West holds a BA in Dance with Distinction (Contemporary Stream) from the University of Calgary, a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta, and her Teacher Certification in Classical Pilates. Her dance training includes genres such as tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary and African dance. Dani is the owner of Indepth Physiotherapy in Canmore and the author and creator of the YouTube Channel, THE SOAPBOX- an online physio-based platform she designed.

Christahh Ahh studied at the Edmonton School of Ballet and holds a BA in Dance from the University of Calgary. She has worked on many performances including choreographing Indomitable Spirit (2016) and Essence of Humanity (2015), and has worked with artists such as Yung Dre, Big Sean, Fetty Wap, Hayden McHugh, Sabrina Naz, and Deanne Walsh. Christahh dances with a local hip hop crew, The Tomorrows, and is also the Executive Director and designer for Dance YYC Community Outreach and Engagement Initiative.
https://www.banffcentre.ca/family-winter-arts-festival

Building a Thriving Tap Community
2020-02-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Decidedly Jazz Danceworks, 111 12 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 0Z9, Canada
A round table discussion with dance artists, educators, cultural organizations, and funders to build the future all tap enthusiasts want and deserve. A look into the present tao community and the future you are dreaming of. Together we can celebrate the successes, challenge change, and ensure we leave a legacy for future generations. *We are grateful for the support of Capezio and Decidedly Jazz Danceworks.

Shay Kuebler/Radical System Art: Epilogos – Brian Webb Dance
2020-02-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Triffo Theatre in Allard Hall, 11110 104 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5K1M9, Canada
Epilogos: The point in a speech where the reader attempts to build an emotional response from the Audience.
“Rhetoric then may be defined as the faculty of discovering the possible means of persuasion in reference to any subject whatever.” ― Aristotle, Rhetoric
Shay began his artistic development in dramatic arts and martial arts at the age of 5. His early artistic growth would lead to a versatile background in numerous forms of dance, theatre and martial arts. He continues to develop and further his artistic practice through travel and intensive study, which has included study in music, theatre, dance and martial arts in the USA, Canada, Brazil, Japan and China.
Tickets are $40, or $25 for Seniors (65+) & Students, plus applicable fees.
This event requires physical tickets. Please select your desired shipping method at checkout. No electronic tickets provided.

Calgary | Alberta Ballet Unleashed
2020-02-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 AVE NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1M4, Canada

KINESIS & chill 2020
2020-02-15 18:00 - 21:00 | 99ten, 9910b 109 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5K 1H5, Canada
Join us in celebrating five years of KINESIS— we invite you to our brand new social mixer, “KINESIS & chill” on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at 99ten (9910 109 ST NW). Enjoy a “chill” evening of drinks, snacks, networking, fun (photo booth etc.), and amazing pop-up performances from KINESIS alumni! We look forward to hosting you in a safe and inclusive setting that cultivates meaningful interactions and collaboration among performers, media, creatives and arts and cultural enthusiasts alike.
Tickets : $20 (18+ ONLY)
After Party: The Common (located upstairs)
Music: DJ NE1
KINESIS is a not-for-profit arts organization (est. 2011), based in Edmonton, Canada.
KINESIS creates opportunities that advance the local dance community through unity, education, and celebrating creativity. KINESIS produces its namesake annual dance show that pushes boundaries, promotes artistic freedom and highlights the immense dance talent that exists locally.

The Dianne Walker Sessions
2020-02-15 10:00 - 2020-02-17 15:00 | Decidedly Jazz Danceworks, 111 12 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 0Z9, Canada
About the sessions:
3 days of immersive study on the legacy work of Dianne Walker’s mentor, the “late” Leon Collins.

Courses on Routine #2 and Routine #4
Seminar and discussion with Dianne Walker
Live music tap jam/ social

In the 1970’s tap dance began to experience a revival. Numerous masters came out of retirement and began to teach, including the late Leon Collins. Leon and three of his students, Dianne Walker, Pamela Raff, and “CB” Hetherington opened the Leon Collins Dance Studio, and formed a company with Joan Hill (pianist). They performed until his untimely death in 1985. He was known for his work with jazz, bebop, and classical music, in particular, his rendition of “Flight of the Bumblebee”. A documentary produced by David Wadsworth, Songs Unwritten, was filmed about Collins and released shortly after his death.
The masters pass on the art of Tap from one generation to the next. Traditional dances are taught, along with wisdom, philosophy, and history. Dianne Walker is the only current day master who worked intimately with Leon Collins and has full knowledge of his body of work. She has spent over 25 years dedicated to his legacy, sharing information and developing his work. Holding a Master’s degree in Education, she has taught at Harvard, Williams College, University of Michigan, UCLA, Bates, and Wesleyan. Grant awards include The National Endowment for the Arts, Massachusetts Cultural Council, Jacobs Pillow, and New England Foundation for the Arts. Dianne received Oklahoma City University’s 1998 “Living Treasure In American Dance Award,” adding to a long line of awards and lifetime tributes recognizing her contribution to the art form and excellence in teaching.
Contact: tasha@tashalawson.com for more info.

A Kiss In Time
2020-02-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Decidedly Jazz Danceworks, 111 12 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 0Z9, Canada
Tri-Tone Rhythm Ensemble presents:
A Kiss In Time
What is your dream Valentines Day?
A stroll in the park?
A romantic dinner?
A movie classic?
A night out dancing?
Travelling through the classics to contemporary music, we will take you on a rhythmic date, filled with tap love!
Will you be our Valentine?
We promise to leave you with
“A Kiss to build a Dream on”
~ Louis Armstrong ~
Doors @ 6:45pm, Pre-show @ 7:00pm, Concert @ 7:30pm
Contact tasha@tashalawson.com for more info.

Sweet Nothings
2020-02-14 18:30 - 20:30 | The Foundry Room, 12021 102 AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5K 0R8, Canada
Join us for the ultimate Valentine’s experience at FOUNDRY ROOM !
Taken, single or self-partnered, whatever your relationship status, come and enjoy a night to remember.
The evening will feature a performance by Viva Dance Company with music by Asim Chin.
A dessert buffet from Silk and Slate Catering (and the lovely chef who hosted our Chocolate Workshops) will be available before and after the performance.
Aperitifs at 6:30
Dessert Buffet opens at 7:00
Show at 7:30
Digestifs at 8:30
Tickets include complimentary aperitifs. Additional beverages will be available for purchase.

PERFORMANCE ONLY

Trying to curb your sweet tooth but want to enjoy the performance? We have tickets for that too!
Doors open for performance at 7:15
Performance at 7:30
Drinks available for purchase on-site.

SkirtsAFire: FRUIT LOOP – LEAP YEAR PARTY
2020-02-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Evolution Wonder Lounge, 10220 103 ST NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 0Y8, Canada
*Arrive early to avoid the line ups!
Talk about an after-party. Finish the Leap Year fun off right with Fruit Loop‘s party at EVOLUTION WONDER LOUNGE!
Come out on February 29 at your favourite local gay bar EVOLUTION WONDER LOUNGE for an unforgettable night of music, dance and fabulousness, Fruit Loop style! Joining us will be community partners Team Edmonton and Curling with Pride!
Entertainment! NEON RAINBOW AKA Yelrihs and DJ Kena Leon will be in the housekeeping us moving all night long.
Best Dressed Contest!! In conjunction with SkirtsAfire Festival, the inspiration for the contest is FEMME REALNESS! It’s not mandatory but the prizes are sickening!!!
Drinks!!! Prairie Fairy will be on tap with proceeds from sales going back to Alberta’s LGBTQ2S+ community.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME ♥ All proceeds from the event provide support to Alberta’s LGBTQ2S+ community.
For more information about Fruit Loop please visit their home page at https://www.facebook.com/fruitloopyeg/ or their website at www.fruitloopyeg.ca
For more information about Team Edmonton and Curling With Pride check out the links below:
https://www.teamedmonton.ca/
http://www.curlingwithpride.ca/

Hit That Jive Social Dance
2020-02-08 19:00 - 23:00 | Belgravia Community League, 11540 73 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6G0G1, Canada
Join us for a fun night of social dancing! Featuring swingin’ tunes great for Lindy Hop and other swing dances.
Social dancing from 8:00pm to 11:00pm!
Want to learn how to swing dance? Try out our mini-lessons! Only $5 for a 20-min slot with an instructor. Great for any level of dancer (from beginner through advanced). Slots between 7pm and 8pm.
$15 Lesson & Dance
$10 Dance Only
$2 off for students or members of the Belgravia Community League
(Cash or CC options at the door)
Please bring indoor shoes and a water bottle to help keep our venue clean and green 🙂
Code of Conduct:
By attending this event, you agree to adhere to the behavioural expectations as outlined on our website, here: http://www.hitthatjive.ca/code-of-conduct/
We acknowledge that the land we gather on is Treaty 6 territory, and that we are beneficiaries of this Treaty of peace and friendship signed in 1876. These are the traditional meeting grounds and the home for many Indigenous Peoples, including Cree, Nakota, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Dene, and Métis. We recognize that as long as the sun shines, the grass grows, and the rivers flow, this land will have a sacred connection to Indigenous peoples.
