Welcome to DUO's Bi Monthly E-Newsletter

January 2008 Volume 2

In this Issue:

Announcements
Classes & Workshops
Calls to Artists
Space
Auditions
Jobs
Grant Deadlines
Archives

Announcements

on the MOVE: A free conference for graduating dance students & emerging dance professionals
February 1 & 2, 2008 @ Canada's National Ballet School, 400 Jarvis St., Toronto

"This is the best gift a young emerging dancer can receive at this stage of their career.
I can't wait to get out there and make this dream a reality. Thank you." -- on the MOVE participant, 2006


If you are a graduating dance student or emerging dance professional, then on the MOVE is a step in the right direction for your career.

on the MOVE is a free two-day event, filled with workshops, panel discussions, group activities and dance classes -- providing you with the skills, resources and information you'll need as an emerging dance professional.

• Career planning
• Managing your finances as an artist
• Grant writing
• Auditioning & working abroad
• Health & wellness
• Maintaining a positive work/life balance
• & many more areas essential to career success.
  

• network with your peers and respected mid-career and senior dance professionals -- people who've made the transition from student to professional and who can both share their experiences and offer helpful advice.
• find out about the many Ontario arts service organizations that can support you throughout your career.
  

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Classes & Workshops

Move Your Feet to the Guinean Beat with Sufi Girl and Akra Soumah & Dr. Lee on Drums
Winter Dance Session 2008

SCHEDULE A
Open Level Guinean Dance
Sundays: Jan 13 to Apr 6 - 6:00-7:30pm
Cost: $185

SCHEDULE B
Three 3 Week Mini Sessions
Tuesdays: 6-8:00pm
Cost: $90 per session
January session: Jan 15, 22, and 29th
February session: Feb 12,19, and 26th
March session: Mar 11, 18, and 25th

At: Arts Court, 2 Daly in Studio B
Register: 613-276-SUFI / gosufigirl@hotmail.com <mailto:613-276-SUFI/gosufigirl@hotmail.com>
Info: www.sufigirl.com <http://www.sufigirl.com/>


Biographies:

Lainie Towell Soumah aka Sufi Girl is an independent dance artist and producer in Ottawa, who specializes in Guinean dance. She travels to Guineé Conakry to dance regularly with Le Troupe Bassikolo de Kaloum and is particularly curious about how Guinean dance transforms when taken out of its traditional context. In 2008, Sufi Girl will celebrate her 5th year teaching in Ottawa. To date, she has shared her enthusiasm for Guinean dance with over one thousand people through her classes, workshops and production projects.

Dr Lee: Known to Ottawa audiences as Dr Lee, Lee Garbutt is a professional musician with over 15 years of experience as a freelance percussion artist. Garbutt has a very contemporary approach to West African drumming, and his musical interests include both present-day and traditional styles. He composes pieces on the djembé drum that feature his original solos and arrangements, blended with electronics to create a unique world beat sound.

Akra Soumah: A native of Guinea Conakry who has just immigrated to Ottawa Canada, Akra has a lifetime association with West African drumming from The Republic of Guinea. His high level of mastery of this indigenous rhythmic art form is rare in Canada. A specialist on doundoun drums, the greater part of Soumah’s training and performance experience was with the private ballet troupe Bassikolo under the direction of Djibril Morlaye Camara, a renowned Master who has trained many artists that went on to become international successes with Guinea’s National Ballet troupes Les Ballets Africains and Ballet Djoliba.



Contemplative Dance Workshop
with Denise Fujiwara
Fujiwara's ever popular workshop in deep, simple, creative dance.
Sunday February 3, Sunday February 10, Sunday February 17

11:00 am to 1:30 pm

509 Parliament Street
Canadian Children's Dance Theatre, Studio C

Cost: $50 or $20/class

(priority given to those taking the full set of classes)

Good training for your body and mind. Using Japanese Butoh and post-modern creative dance principles we'll work towards becoming more present and therefore more creative while expanding movement vocabulary and conditioning the body for strength and agility. The work can be done at many levels and challenges both the beginner and professional dancer.

If you can walk, you can do this dance work.

Denise Fujiwara is a dancer and choreographer who performs and teaches internationally.
For more information and to register, please call: 416-593-8455 or email info@fujiwaradance.com
http://www.fujiwaradance.com



Body Conditioning by Dancers

Eva Redpath is a certified Group Fitness as well as Personal Trainer and brings a unique approach to conditioning with her
extensive dance background. Body Conditioning by Dancers is a class which brings Persona lTraining into a motivating group atmosphere and conditions your body from a dance training perspective.

The class has been strategically designed to improve muscular strength and endurance using functional exercises for the already active bodies. All while increasing your cardiovascular stamina, stability, balance and control, for total body well being.

This class welcomes all levels and is perfect for anyone who:
-is uninspired by the gym or bored with their current program
-is seeking attention and feedback
-is looking for new and original exercises that will challenge you to produce results
-has reached a plateau, and would like to enhance performance
-is in need of that extra push, enabling you to reach levels of achievement that will surpass your own expectations!

If you would like to gain confidence though motivational coaching in a non judgmental group atmosphere, come participate in this
group exercise program and enjoy the advantage of an instructor who can work with you to make sure you use the correct form,
alignment and technique.

CLASS TIMES
Sundays 1:15pm-2:30pm
Mondays 10:00am-11:15am
Mondays 8:05pm-9:20pm
Wednesdays 4:00pm-5:15pm

FREE TRIAL CLASSES
Sunday January 20th 1:15pm-2:30pm
Monday January 21st 10:00am-11:15am
Monday January 21st 8:05pm-9:20pm
Wednesday January 23rd 4:00pm-5:15pm

LOCATION
Turning Point Fitness
593 Yonge Street (North of Wellesley, between Gloucester and Dundonald Street)

Email: evaredpath@gmail.com
Website: http://www.evaredpath.com

Eva’s approach to personal training is not only to be a coach, but also an educator, role model, confidant and a major source of motivation and encouragement.

“No distractions, a workout that is fast and efficient!”
Anjulie, Musical Artist

"Just the right balance of cardio, stretching and strength building. Eva's positive energy is infectious!"
Sora Olah, Actor

“She is encouraging and full of energy. I've never felt stronger and better. I walk taller and feel more confident!"
Sabrina Rahaman, Actor

“I tell all my friends…I really believe you have THE BEST class in the city!”
Erica Cox, Actor and Model


Exciting New Courses Starting in January!
Beginner Bellydance starts Jan. 10, Thursdays 6 - 7pm and Jan. 16, Wednesdays from 7:15 - 8:15pm
click here! http://www.mayada.ca/pre-regbellydance.htm

Yoga starts Jan. 9 Wednesdays 6 - 7pm
click here! http://www.mayada.ca/flow/yogawithheathir.htm

Pre-Intermediate Bellydance starts Jan. 8, - Tuesdays 6 – 7pm
click here! http://www.mayada.ca/pre-int.htm

Latin Dance with Meagan Maya starts Jan. 10 - Thurs 8:30 - 9:30pm
click here! http://www.mayada.ca/flow/latin%26brazilian_dance.htm

Middle Eastern Folklore sessions Jan. 12, 19, 26 (Saiidi-style cane) - Saturdays 1:15 - 2:15pm (3-week sessions)
click here!
http://www.mayada.ca/folkloreclass.htm

By-Audition-Only Pro Bellydance Course starts Jan. 7 – Mondays 7:15 - 8:45pm (special 1.5 hour class). E-mail Mayada to schedule your audition now (3 spots left)
click here! http://www.mayada.ca/auditionpro.htm

Celtic Combo starts Jan. 13 Sundays 1:15 - 2:15pm
click here! http://www.mayada.ca/flow/celticcombo.htm

Senior's Drama starts mid-Jan.Fridays 10:30 - 11:30am. St. Clair Avenue Rd. area. Not a senior, but interested in improv or drama classes at flow? Contact Pat at beaven@idirect.com

6-week courses are $80 (or bring a pal for $145 for both – save $15)
Pre-register for these courses in advance to secure your spot, by sending or dropping off a cheque made out to: Meagan Hesham to 390 Queen's Quay West #1805, Toronto, ON, M5V 3A6 I am available for personal registration Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:00 (892 College St. - rear entrance). We also accept paypal payments online.

Winter 2008 Drop-in Classes:
High Intermediate Bellydance Mondays 6:00 - 7:00pm
Advanced Bellydance Tuesdays 7:15 - 8:15pm
Advanced/Intermediate Bellydance Boot Camp Thursdays 7:15 - 8:15pm
info! http://www.mayada.ca/adv_belly_bootcamp.htm
Advanced Bellydance Saturdays 12:00 - 1:00pm
Brazilian Boot Camp Saturdays 2:30 - 3:30pm
info! http://www.mayada.ca/flow/circuitbootcamp.htm
Intermediate Bellydance Sundays 12:00 - 1:00pm drop-in rate $15 per class, or use your classcard
Full Winter 2008 Class Schedule http://www.mayada.ca/janclasses.htm


Unlimited Month of Classes for $100 Deal! Sign up for the month of January now! Take all the classes you want at flow (including pre-registered courses) for the whole month for only $100!
Try...
- bellydance (beginner - advanced levels)
- bellydance boot camp
- brazilian boot camp
- latin dance
- foxy flow
- Middle Eastern folklore class
get fit, have fun, delve deeper into dance!
you can take over fifteen classes a week - check out all the options here! http://www.mayada.ca/janclasses.htm
(pre-registered audition-only pro class not included) If you already have a classcard, it can be put on hold until January is over.
Sign up now to get full value!
More info and online registration here! http://www.mayada.ca/janclasses.htm

Contact Information
email: info@flowfitness.ca
web: http://www.flowfitness.ca



Save $15 when you bring a friend! Register for any 6-week course with a pal and pay only $145 for both 6-week courses (regularly $160)

flow fitness movement
892 College St.
Back Entrance
Toronto
ON
Canada



Series 8:08's Alternative Technique Class
Roberto Campanella and Johanna Bergfeldt: A Partnership With a Twist
January 26th and 27th, 2008
10am - 5:15pm (12-1:15pm lunch)
Pia Bouman School for Ballet and Creative Movement

Fee:
$125; or, $100 if you register with $25 deposit by January 18
$15 for morning technique class only (10am - noon)

Workshop open to professional dancers and students enrolled in a professional dance training program.

In the morning, contemporary dance technique class will be taught by Johanna Bergfeldt, well-known and respected as a dance artist for her thrilling performances with Toronto Dance Theatre and ProArteDanza.

In the afternoon, participants will gain valuable partnering experience through ProArteDanza's Artistic Director, Roberto Campanella, and renowned dance artist Johanna Bergfeldt. Participants will learn the art of partnering from the dance phrases from the repertoire of ProArteDanza. ProArteDanza uses a unique form of partnering, unlike, and not confined to the classical ballet form, with changes of weight, off-balance skills and the use of supporting roles.

For complete class description and bios please visit our website http://www.series808.ca or for more information, please contact
Kate Franklin (info below).

Kate Franklin
Program Co-ordinator
Alternative Technique Class Program
Series 8:08
Canadian Dance in the Making

E atc@series808.ca
W http://www.series808.ca
T 416-504-6429 ext.40

Series 8:08
c/o Dance Umbrella of Ontario
490 Adelaide Street West, #201
Toronto, ON, Canada
M5V 1T2


DANCER/CHOREOGRAPHER and B-Boy LENNY LEN
(San Francisco/Toronto) REKNOWN for his FLAVE and ability to TEACH, and most of all FEEL for music....!! For all ages and levels of growth... A soulful experience.

DROP IN CLASSES:

** MONDAYS **
8-9:30pm: FLAVOR SHOP (all levels)

** WEDNESDAYS **
8-9:30pm: FLAVOR SHOP (all levels)

** LOCATION **
DLM Dance Studio
1610 Bloor Street West (Keele/Bloor - 1 block east of Keele subway or 1 block West of Dundas West subway)
416-516-7452

Info: sf_lennyd@yahoo.ca
Website: http://www.myspace.com/lennydelapena ;
http://www.dodat.com



Arabesque Academy
1 Gloucester St., #107,
Toronto ON
Canada (Just south of Bloor at Yonge)
http://www.arabesquedance.ca
416-920-5593


NEW AT ARABESQUE ACADEMY
**Term Classes**
Just Dance Classes
BellyHop Classes
Props and Drills Classes
Conditioning Technique Classes
Props and Improv Classes
Lunch Hour Classes
Wicked Women with Wisdom
Men's Bellydance
Regular six levels of Bellydance drop-in Classes

International Bellydance Conference of Canada 2008 Back and better!!
PRICE GOES UP JAN 31 Register Now
Early bird Rate: $599 (limited quantities)
IBCC 2007 registrants receive $100 off
http://www.bellydanceconference.ca


TERM CLASSES
You are welcome to try the first one for free on Jan 8 or Jan 9 only
New! In Addition to Regular drop-in Classes, introducing four term classes from Beginner I to Advanced Level. 21 weeks in length, $295, Pre-registration required!! Sign up to secure your spot in class!
Times and Dates: Jan 12 - June 7, 2008
complete training for one level
Progressive curriculum
Limited number of students per class mini skill-assessment at End of term class social night at Layali Arabesque

LUNCH HOUR CLASSES:
multi level, Every Tuesday and Thursday, 12:30 - 1:30 pm, with Maryfer/Sarah

JUST DANCE CLASSES:
A Multi level class for those who want non stop sweat and JUST DANCE! No Technique Breakdown, no brainwork, just vigorous drills and expressive dancing! A great opportunity to understand the dynamics and character of all the styles of Middle Eastern dance.

PROP CLASSES:
Learn how to dance with a variety a props such as Finger Cymbals, Veils, Canes, and Swords! Watch out on the new January schedule!


TECHNIQUE MASTER CLASSES with YASMINA RAMZY: $45
NEW!! 3 hours in length
limit of 12 students
Jan 26 SAT - BG I, 2:30-5:30 -- SOLD OUT
Jan 27 SUN - BG II, 2:30-5:30 -- SOLD OUT
Feb 2 SAT - INT I, 2:30-5:30 -- SOLD OUT
Feb 3 SUN - INT II, 2:30-5:30 -- SOLD OUT
Feb 9 SAT - ADV, 2:30-5:30 -- Space available
NEW DATES ADDED!!
Mar 29 - BG I
Mar 30 - BG II
Apr 5 - INT I
Apr 6 - INT II

DUMBEK SESSION WITH SULEIMAN WARWAR
Feb 10 - Mar 2, 2008
NOW on SUNDAYS!
Four classes, 1.5 hours each class
$105
Arabesque
bring your own drum

ORIT WORKSHOP, GALA PERFORMANCE, ISRAELI/PALESTINIAN FILM RAKASA
PRESENTATION
Mar 7-9, 2008
Learn bellydance technique from Israel's biggest Bellydance star!
Sat, Mar 8
11 am - 4 pm (Lunch Included)
$95
Location: Downtown Toronto
Personal style, combinations and a short choreo to a popular song
Masterclasses Location: Arabesque $75
Drum Solo - Mar 7, Fri 7 pm - 9 pm -- SOLD OUT
Modern Egyptian style - Mar 9, Sun 2:30 - 4:30 pm -- SOLD OUT
Folklore, Mar 9, Sun 5:30 - 7:30 pm -- SOLD OUT
NEW masterclasses added!!
Sunday Mar 9, 11 - 1 pm at Arabesque, Limit of 30 people, $65
Monday Mar 10, 11 - 1 pm at Arabesque, Limit of 15 people, $75
Monday Mar 10, 11 - 1 pm at Arabesque, Limit of 15 people, $75

DUMBEK SESSION WITH SULEIMAN WARWAR
Apr 12-13, 19-20, 2008
NOW on SUNDAYs!
Four classes, 1.5 hours each class
$105
Arabesque
bring your own drum

INTERNATIONAL BELLYDANCE CONFERENCE OF CANADA
April 23-27, 2008
http://www.bellydanceconference.com

AUDITION TAPES FOR PRO COURSE LEVEL 1 - DUE May 15, 2008 ask for brochure for details

ARABESQUE SPRING STUDENT GALA
Saturday June 7, 2008
7 pm
$15 Adv. / $20 door
Estonian House, 958 Broadview Ave.

PRO COURSE #2
June 19-23, 2008
at Arabesque

PRO COURSE #1
July 7-18, 2008
at Arabesque


Yasmina teaches at Haliburton School of the Arts 35 hours of class finale performance
$250
http://www.haliburtonschoolofthearts.ca
June 30 - July 4, 2008 Level One
July 28 - Aug 1, 2008 Level One
Aug 4 - Aug 8, 2008 Level Two
Contact Shelley Schell, 1-705-457-1680 sschell@flemingc.on.ca

Suleiman teaches Dumbek at Haliburton School of the Arts
http://www.haliburtonschoolofthearts.ca
35 hours of class finale performance
$250
Aug 4 - Aug 8, 2008
Contact Shelley Schell, 1-705-457-1680 sschell@flemingc.on.ca

EGYPT TOUR
November 8-19, 2008
Go First Class all the Way, Relish the Experience of a Lifetime! Hosted by Yasmina Ramzy and Ali Hamidzadeh (Turquoise
International) Join us on a ten day tour of some of Egypt’s greatest cities!!
Package includes round trip airfare, 5-star Deluxe hotels, 5-star Deluxe four-day Nile cruise, extensive sightseeing, most meals,
and three elegant dinner shows in Cairo featuring Egypt’s top performers!!
Enjoy personal invitations at top costumiers! Take classes with the top stars of Egypt!! Ask for brochure for details


dance workshops, mini massages!!!!
Here is some more exciting stuff taking place in conjuction with the One Rhythm One World fundraising dance show.
BONUS!!!! As part of the fundraising we are having a day of dance workshops where you can learn how to dance salsa, samba, tango, afro-cuban and capoeira.

At: Mango Coco (same location) - Address here: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=8263641043
Date: Saturday February 2
Time: 10:00 am - 6:30 pm (full schedule will be posted soon)
Cost: full day $90; with show ticket $75; single class $20

PLUS!!!! After all that dancing, or just to treat yourself you can unwind with a 30 minute shiatsu treatment for only $25 Sunday, February 3, 2008
You must pre-book your time slot.
Contact: guidingrhythms@yahoo.ca 647-893-7115
Great for those tight spots or winter blahs!!




COURSES WORKSHOPS @ THE YOGA SANCTUARY
http://www.theyogasanctuary.net/workshops.html
Learn How to Meditate @ College Saturday, January 5 - 10am to 12:30pm
Chakra Balancing with Heather Hamilton @ Danforth Sunday, January 6 - 5:00 to 6:30pm ~ $20 + GST
Kirtan with Kailash @ Danforth Saturday, January 12 - 7:00 to 9:00pm ~ $20 / Children $10
One Love Puja Global Day of Action @ Danforth Saturday, January 26 - 7pm ~ By Donation

Winter Pre-Registered Courses
http://www.theyogasanctuary.net/courses.html
Our pre-registered courses provides the optimal environment for our experienced teachers to become familiar with you. Class size is limited and you will receive individual attention. This is also an excellent opportunity for more experienced students to improve their yoga practice. A Certificate of Completion will be granted upon request.

EOIN FINN is coming back!
Valentine's Bliss Fest
Wednesday, February 13 ~ 5:30-7pm @ College ~ $20 +gst
Back by popular demand, Eoin is bringing his LOVE of yoga with SUPERFLOW for our Valentine's Day celebration!
Cynthia's Hatha class is canceled for this special event.
Register early as this class fills up fast! For $20.00 you can't go wrong!!
Wear the yoga clothes you LOVE the most, for our LOVE filled event!
Register -> http://www.theyogasanctuary.net/register-college.html

Musings
Lose over 3,000 lbs in 2008
Make a New Year's resolution to shed pounds...pounds of greenhouse gases and carbon dioxide! Pledge to drop 3,000 lbs
with these simple month by month steps and reduce your global warming burden and slim your carbon footprint
January 1 Turn down your thermostat by 2 degrees - 318 lbs.
February 1 Run dishwasher only when full and on its energy-saver mode - 770 lbs.
March 1 Wash clothes in cold water rather than hot - 420 lbs.
April 1 Keep tires properly inflated - 189 lbs.
May 1 Dry half your clothes on the clothes line or drying rack - 480 lbs.
June 1 Raise your thermostat from 22 to 23 degrees this summer - 160 lbs.
July 1 Plug electronics into power strip and turn off when not in use - 120 lbs.
August 1 Insulate your water heater - 130 lbs.
September 1 Caulk and weatherstrip your home - 288 lbs.
October 1 Take the bus or subway [or ride your bike] to work one day a week - 39 lbs.
November 1 Clean your refrigerator's coils and defrost it regularly - 116 lbs.
December 1 Replace one 70 watt bulb with a 9 watt LED - 5 lbs.
YEAR TOTAL 3,035 pounds
If every household in North America took these steps we could reduce approximately 160 million tons of greenhouse gases! Make
this the one New Year's resolution that you keep GREEN! Green Tips by Jeni, The Midday Break FLOW 93.5

Meditative Arts Programs are a calming blend of Mindfulness Meditation and the Arts (group drumming and visual arts). Workshops and courses introduce different forms of meditation and allow people to reconnect, re-energize, and (re)discover the
creative self. For more information about courses or upcoming workshops, contact Michelle at info@meditativearts.biz or visit
http://www.meditativearts.biz

Mantra for January
Om Tare Tuttare Ture Sarva Yuddeh-bhyo Raksham Kuru Swaha Om Tah-rei Too-tah-rei Too-rei Sahr-vah Yoo-dei-bhyoh Rahk-shahm Koo-roo Swah-hah

Heart mantra of Green Tara Protection from battles

Kirtan with Kailash
http://www.theyogasanctuary.net/kailash.html
@ Danforth
Sat Jan 12 - 7pm
Kailash shows how chanting can quiet and stabilize our minds, expand our hearts, elevate our emotions, and reduce our self-centeredness, yielding direct, sustained experience of the Divine. Chanting 108 Names of Kali and 108 Names of Shiva to strengthen the consciousness of global citizenship and support.

THE YOGA SANCTUARY - 2 Locations in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
416-928-3236 - 2 College St, Toronto ON
416-461-6161 - 348 Danforth Ave, Toronto ON
Email: info@theyogasanctuary.net
Web Site: http://www.theyogasanctuary.net





Street Dance Academy
http://www.streetdanceacademy.com

160 Spadina Ave,
2nd floor
Toronto, ON
M5T 2C2
P: 416-840-4934
F: 416-840-4864

Classes
All of our classes are drop in and there's no pre-registration required.
All classes are general level unless otherwise specified.

Lunch classes = $10
1hr class = $12
1.5hr class = $15
Dance Card = $90 (8 regular dance classes used within 3 months)
Dance + Relax Card = $120 (8 regular dance classes and 45 min chair massage used within 3 months)

Studio Rules
Running shoes ONLY! No outside shoes, no characters shoes, no high heels, no hard-soled dress shoes.
Breakers: no rings, no bracelets, no pointy belt buckles.

Schedule 2008

Mondays
Lunch Classes 12:10 - 12:50 Disco Stretch w/ Emily - Starts Jan 14
Evening Clases
6 - 7 Bellydance Workout w/ Laura
7 - 8:30 Beginner Breaking w/ Dyzee
7 - 8:30 Intermediate Breaking w/ Doogie

Tuesdays
Lunch Classes 12:10 - 12:50 Stretch w/ Jen - Starts Jan 15
Evening Classes
6 - 7 Hip Hop w/ Sinbad
7 - 8 House w/ Sinbad

Wednesdays
Lunch Classes 12:10 - 12:50 Disco Stretch w/ Emily - Starts Jan 16
Evening Classes
6 - 7 Jazz Funk w/ Apolonia
7 - 8 Hip Hop w/ Apolonia
7 - 8:30 Breaking Drills w/ Dyzee

Thursdays
Lunch Classes 12:10 - 12:50 Stretch w/ Jen - Starts Jan 17
Evening Classes
6 - 7 Stepping aka Stomp the Yard w/ Joe
7 - 8 Hip Hop/Toprocks w/ Jester

Saturdays
12 - 1:30 Powermove Workshop Level 1 w/ Troublez James – Jan 19-Feb 9; March 8-29; April 5-26; May 3-24
1 - 2 Reggae w/ KayAnn
2 - 3 Locking w/ Golden Graeme
2 - 3:30 Powermove Workshop Level 2 - Jan 19-Feb 9; April 5-26
*** Powermove Workshop Level 3 - March 8-29; May 3-24

Sundays
11 - 12 Kids Hip Hop w/ KayAnn - Pre-registration ONLY
11 - 12 Kids Inter. Breaking w/ Whiplash - Pre-registration ONLY
12 - 1 Kids Beg. Breaking w/ MaeHem - Pre-registration ONLY
3 - 6 Movie Matinee + Open Bboy Practice - $4







Dancemakers Winter-Spring teaching schedule Jan - Apr 08
Dancemakers provides daily professional-level contemporary dance classes that allow dancers to perfect their skills and prepare for their working day.

Monday - Friday
10:00 - 11:30 am
Cost: $8.50/class; $40.00 for a 5-class pass
Please see below for the complete season teaching schedule.
Find us: http://www.dancemakers.org/Directions.html

Anahita Azrahimi
Marketing Development Manager
Dancemakers and the Centre for Creation
Tel: 416-367-1800 ext. 24
http://www.dancemakers.org


Dancemakers Company Class Teacher Schedule
January 7 to April 4, 2008
SCHEDULE AND INSTRUCTORS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
PLEASE CALL DANCEMAKERS AT 416-367-1800 FOR UP-TO-DATE INFO.

* Pre-registration required for Peter Boneham Matija Ferlin's Master Classes: Call 416-367-1800

Master Classes with Peter Boneham:
Session 1: Jan 15-18 21-22 (6 days); Session 2: Jan 24-25 28-31 (6 days) - $100 per session

Master Classes with Matija Ferlin:
Session 1: Feb 11-15 (5 days); Session 2: Feb 18-22 (5 days) - $75 per session

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

Jan 7-11
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am

Jan 14-18
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am

Jan 21-25*
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am
Michael Trent 10:00am - 11:30am
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am

Jan 28 - Feb 1*
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am
Peter Boneham 10:00am - 11:45am
TBA 10:00am - 11:30am

Feb 4-8
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am

Feb 11-15*
Matija Ferlin 10:00am - 11:45am
Matija Ferlin 10:00am - 11:45am
Matija Ferlin 10:00am - 11:45am
Matija Ferlin 10:00am - 11:45am
Matija Ferlin 10:00am - 11:45am

Feb 18-22*
Matija Ferlin 10:00am - 11:45am
Matija Ferlin 10:00am - 11:45am
Matija Ferlin 10:00am - 11:45am
Matija Ferlin 10:00am - 11:45am
Matija Ferlin 10:00am - 11:45am

Feb 25-29
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am

Mar 3-7
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am

Mar 10-14
Michael Trent 10:00am - 11:30am
Michael Trent 10:00am - 11:30am
Michael Trent 10:00am - 11:30am
Michael Trent 10:00am - 11:30am
Michael Trent 10:00am - 11:30am

Mar 17-21
Michael Trent 10:00am - 11:30am
Michael Trent 10:00am - 11:30am
Michael Trent 10:00am - 11:30am
Michael Trent 10:00am - 11:30am
March 21 NO CLASS

Mar 24-28
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am

Mar 31 - Apr 4
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am
Bonnie Kim 10:00am - 11:30am

To inquire about exchanging volunteer hours for dance classes, contact Anahita at ext. 24.
Unless otherwise noted, all classes are 90 minutes long.
The studio will be open 45 minutes before class for warm-up.
Cost: $8.50 per session; $40.00 for a 5-class pass
Location: Dancemakers Centre for Creation, 55 Mill Street, Building 58, The Cannery, Studio 313



*OM LAILA'S SPECIALS *
NEW YEAR SPECIAL - $106 (GST INCLUDED)
unlimited classes in January
Open to NEW Students only

CLASS CARD SPECIALS
Open to ALL Om Laila Students
special is valid NOW until further notice

Classes
Special Price / Regular Price:
6 classes in 7 weeks $90 / $99;
12 classes in 7 weeks $155 / $170;
18 classes in 7 weeks $200 / $220
Expiry date is calculated from the date of the first class, stock
up on cards for later in the year.
Class cards make a great gift!

GST INCLUDED IN ALL PRICES

Call the office to inquire 416-703-1997 or email roulasaid7@gmail.com
Om Laila Bellydance
roulasaid7@gmail.com
416-703-1997
http://www.omlaila.com
http://www.roulasaid.ca




'Free the Body' Yoga/Movement workshop
Host: Tanya Crowder
Date: Saturday, January 19, 2008
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Location: The Union Yoga Centre - 242 Carlton St. (at Parliament), Toronto, ON

Contact Info
Phone: 416-556-0347
Email: howdaresheproductions@gmail.com

Workshop:

Both dance and yoga are practices of 'movement as meditation' and provide a means to connecting us to and strengthening the body, the mind and the spirit.

Yoga/Movement Fusion is a fun, energetic class, promoting proper alignment and ease of movement through the muscles and joints, as well as incorporating strengthening elements. These classes are designed to help the participant listen to their body to find awareness and healing, leading to an overall feeling of inner youthfulness and peace.

The class is built from a fusion of yoga postures, modern dance, release technique, and various movement improvisation practices.

We will be exploring the use and importance of the breath with movement, and the building of an awareness of how the joints and
muscles work and can move and exist in yoga postures with buoyancy, ease and a sense of grounding and strength. Yoga/Movement Fusion has an element of freedom for the practitioner to move in any way that suits their body and experience; through their own exploration, as well as through clearly articulated and guided postures and movement sequences that will work for all levels. Beginning from a soft and meditative place discovering the inherent intelligence of the body, flowing naturally to a
vigorous sequence of postures and movements that will make us sweat! The final moments of the class will consist of a meditative savasana (resting posture) to reflect and to release any tension.

Tanya provides a safe and comfortable atmosphere for all levels of experience with both dance and yoga, allowing everyone to move at their own pace and to explore their own creativity. A work out and a freeing experience all in one!

This workshop will be accompanied by ambient music to create an ambient atmosphere for us to work in.




Hogtown Swing Winter Schedule
Mondays
Introduction to Swing Dancing
Classes are from 6:30p-7:30p.
Learn the basics and fundamentals to swing dancing
Open to dancers of all levels

Fundamentals and Introduction to Balboa
Classes are from 7:35p-8:35p.

8 week session $80 or per class rate $15
$5 for Bal 2 attendees
All discounts still apply.
Please arrive early and ready to go.

Balboa/Bal-swing II: The Next Level
Classes are from 8:40p-9:40p.
8 week session $88 or per class rate $15, take the first class for $5
All discounts still apply.
Please arrive early and ready to go.

Thursdays
Specialty Lindy Hop Classes - Blues Series
Classes are from 6:30p-7:45p.
4 week session $45 or per class rate $15
All discounts still apply.
Please arrive early and ready to go.
Classes are geared to dancers who have been dancing for at least 4 months.

Jan. 10 - Blues Fundamentals
Jan. 17 - Blues Simplified
Jan. 24 - Blues Movement
Jan. 31 - Blues Musicality

All classes are located at the Hogtown Swing Dance Studio 805 Dovercourt Rd., 1st Floor
Check the website for more details on discounts and special deals.
http://www.HogtownSwing.com

Dan
Professional Dance Instruction of the Jazz Era
Lindy Hop / Balboa / Charleston / Authentic Jazz Dancing / Peabody
http://www.HogtownSwing.com




Master Classes in Contemporary Technique with Peter Boneham
Master teacher Peter Boneham returns to Dancemakers and the Centre for Creation after a two-year absence. Recognized as one of Canada’s most innovative thinkers around contemporary dance training and new creation, Peter will bring his challenging and eye-opening approach to daily class work to the Toronto professional and senior level student communities.

“Peter fundamentally altered my perception of the body and its dynamic range. I am a better dancer today because of him”, says Artistic Director Michael Trent, who counts Peter as one of his greatest inspirations.

If you have worked with Peter before, then why not take this rare opportunity to reconnect with his unique vision? If you have never trained with him, then why not join us for this unforgettable opportunity?


NEW SCHEDULE THIS YEAR! In order to accommodate everyone’s busy schedules, Peter has agreed to teach two sessions of six days each. You are welcome to register for either one (or both if you wish!). Drop-ins are NOT allowed as Peter teaches a choreographically complex warm-up that begins each class. Each session will start the warm-up learning process from the beginning.

Session 1 : January 15-18 & 21-22, 2008 ( 6 days) , 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Session 2 : January 24-25 & 28-31, 2008 ( 6 days) , 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
$100 per session, pre-registration required

Location: Dancemakers Centre for Creation, 55 Mill Street, The Cannery, Building 58, Studio 313

For registration call : 416-367-1800



Romeo's Class
Friday Nights
8pm - 9:30pm
$12.00 per class

At:
DLM Dance and Entertainment Company
1610 Bloor Street West
Toronto, Ontario
M6P 1A7
(between Dundas West and Keele)
For more information call 416-516-7452 or email newsletter@dlmstudio.net
- an exciting hip-hop class that welcomes dancers of all levels -
Website: http://www.dlmstudio.net




TSDS Monday classes Jan 14 - Feb 25 2008
Come learn to dance with us. Beginners always welcome. No partner required.
Mondays from Jan 14 to Feb 25: West Coast Swing with Julie Epplett

These are a series of 7 classes, each building progressively on previous lessons. Unless you have previous swing dance experience, we request that you do not start or drop in after the first 2 classes are completed, as that might disrupt the progress of the class. Furthermore, in order to take the Intermediate Class, you must have solid knowledge of the basic steps

TIMES
Beginner class: 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Practice: 8:30 - 8:45 PM
Intermediate class: 8:45 - 9:45 PM

COST
Non-MEMBERS: Series = $84 Drop-in = $15
** Intermediates can sign up for both classes and get the 2nd class for half price!

WHERE
LITHUANIAN HOUSE, Hall D (upstairs)
1573 Bloor Street W., Toronto (between Keele and Dundas St. West)

SUBWAY DIRECTIONS: One block west of the Dundas West subway station, on the south side of Bloor

PARKING: Parking is available until midnight on Bloor St. and on the side streets. The Lithuanian House has its own parking lot 50 yards N of Bloor St. on Dorval Rd.

For directions see
http://www.dancing.org/tsds/locations/Lithuanian_House.htm






*International Performing Arts Laboratory*
*"Performer's Physicality: physical action, psychological gesture, biomechanics*"
under the direction of Sergey Ostrenko (Russia)

*April 20 - 25, 2008
Prague, Czech Republic*
*PROGRAMME.* The Lab is focused on practical exploration of *performer's psycho-physical instrument*. The program includes intensive practical training, lectures and discussion club. The Lab is open to performers from different creative genres, techniques and styles interested to enrich the professional arsenal with new practical methods and devices, to explore contemporary aesthetics in communication with a spectator and to reconsider cooperation principles in a creative group.

*REGISTRATION.* Candidates should send a CV and a brief letter of motivation to info@iugte.com stating the title, dates and location of the event. Places are limited, the registration will be closed once the group is full. Participation fee: 490 EUR if payment is made before January 20th. (550 EUR if payment is made before February 20th). *Accommodation and meals are provided for participants during the Lab.*

*MORE DETAILS:* * http://www.iugte.com/projects/PAL.php
*<http://www.iugte.com/projects/PAL.php>



Dance Judge Seminar
Professional Adjudicators Alliance
DATE: Sunday January 20, 2008
TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Stage West Hotel
5400 Dixie Rd.
Mississauga, ON
COST: $225
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION:  MONDAY JANUARY 21, 2008
Includes lifetime membership, adjudicators manual, and lunch.
Your bio and headshot are also placed on our website for easy access by competition directors.
To Register, click here, or call Robert Jensen at (905) 741-1274 or e-mail robj@quickclic. net


Dancemakers' Master Classes in Contemporary Technique with Peter Boneham
Master teacher Peter Boneham returns to Dancemakers and the Centre for Creation after a two-year absence. Recognized as one of Canada?s most innovative thinkers around contemporary dance training and new creation, Peter will bring his challenging
and eye-opening approach to daily class work to the Toronto professional and senior level student communities.

Peter fundamentally altered my perception of the body and its dynamic range. I am a better dancer today because of him, says Artistic Director Michael Trent, who counts Peter as one of his greatest inspirations.

If you have worked with Peter before, then why not take this rare opportunity to reconnect with his unique vision? If you have
never trained with him, then why not join us for this unforgettable opportunity?

NEW SCHEDULE THIS YEAR! In order to accommodate everyone's busy schedules, Peter has agreed to teach two sessions of six days each. You are welcome to register for either one (or both if you wish!). Drop-ins are NOT allowed as Peter teaches a
choreographically complex warm-up that begins each class. Each session will start the warm-up learning process from the
beginning.

Session 1 : January 15-18 21-22, 2008 (6 days), 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Session 2 : January 24-25 28-31, 2008 (6 days), 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
$100 per session, pre-registration required

Location: Dancemakers Centre for Creation, 55 Mill Street, The Cannery, Building 58, Studio 313
For registration call : 416-367-1800
Note: Bonnie Kim will be teaching regular open company class on Monday, January 14, 2008.
Anahita Azrahimi
Marketing Development Manager

Dancemakers and the Centre for Creation
Tel: 416-367-1800 ext. 24 | Fax: 416-367-1870
http://www.dancemakers.org

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Calls to Artists

INTERNATIONAL DANCE DAY
at Yonge and Dundas Square, April 27, 2008

DUO is pleased to announce the second annual International Dance Day celebrations in Yonge-Dundas Square! We are now accepting applications from artists to perform in April 2008 in Toronto.
We want to represent all dance in Toronto and make this a great event, building on last year’s model. We have expanded our activities to include 4 days of events, the Yonge-Dundas Square event being the largest!
We are holding this event on Sunday April 27th.
The performances will take place outdoors in Yonge and Dundas Square, either on the ground (cement) or stage.
International Dance Day is a UNESCO designated day for celebrating dance and dance artists. People worldwide are encouraged to experience dance, whether it is dancing in the streets or going to see a live performance.

How to apply:
• Information sheet with: Company & member names, address, telephone numbers, e-mail address, and website
• A brief description of the choreography you plan to offer. We present short works of 5 and 15 minutes.
• Technical requirements (light – sound)
• A brief biography and dance resume
• Recent reviews
• A DVD or VHS video tape of the work you will be presenting or 2 samples of previous work. Material will not be returned
• Please advise if you have access to travel funds to support your participation in International Dance Day

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 30th 2008
Send your completed application package to:
International Dance Day
Dance Umbrella of Ontario
490 Adelaide Street West, #201
Toronto, ON M5V 1T2
E-mail inquiries to jessica@danceumbrella.net





2008 Toronto Fringe Festival Application Now Available
The Fringe staff has finally put the finishing touches to the application forms for the 2008 festival and they are now available on our website at www.fringetoronto.com <http://www.fringetoronto.com/>

NEW THIS YEAR: We have created an online fillable application form that you can submit from our website, or you can print off a hard copy and mail in the application. Also new this year, we will be accepting payment for the application fees by credit card (Visa, MC, AMEX) as well as by cheque or money order.

DEADLINE to submit an application form will be Friday, January 18, 2008 by 6pm EST (in person drop off) or 11:59pm EST if submitted online. The lottery date and location will be announced closer to the application deadline.

If you are interested in applying to other member Fringes of the Canadian Association of Fringe Festivals you better start doing your research right away because many of them have their application deadlines in November and December. For a list of CAFF Fringe Festivals go to www.fringefestivals.com/members.html <http://www.fringefestivals.com/members.html>



CanAsian International Dance Festival is now accepting applications for the 2009 Festival taking place in early May 2009 in Toronto
The CanAsian International Dance Festival fosters and promotes diverse expressions of Asian aesthetics through dance in Canada. The Festival presents concert performances, artist residencies and workshops.
The Programming Committee is interested in the outstanding performance of traditional dance art forms, distinctive new choreography that comes out of traditional dance vocabularies and original contemporary dance works that integrate Asian principles and concepts.

When applying please include:

C Your name, address, telephone number, e-mail address, and website
C A brief description of the choreography and/or workshop you plan to offer. We present short works of 25 minutes or less in shared programmes
C Technical requirements
C A brief biography and dance resume
C Recent reviews (English language appreciated)
C A DVD or VHS video tape showing representative work or the work you plan to offer, 15 minutes max. NTSC format only. No PAL.

Send your completed application package to:
CanAsian International Dance Festival
490 Adelaide Street West, Suite 201, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5V 1T2
Email inquiries to info@canasiandancefestival.com
www.canasiandancefestival.com <http://www.canasiandancefestival.com/>

APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 31, 2008


WRITE FROM THE HIP 2008 CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
If you’re a young woman just itching to write a play...

Nightwood Theatre’s 8th annual novice playwriting initiative Write From the Hip is now accepting submissions from 18-29 year-old women looking for an artistic challenge, an opportunity to develop and write a play, a chance to have their say and a place to express their unique and diverse voice. Previous theatre experience is not necessary.

Nightwood Theatre welcomes women from various backgrounds and experiences and embraces cultural, racial and sexual diversity. Women from all walks of life are strongly encouraged to apply.

What is Write From the Hip?

The Hip program is a series of weekly workshops, mentoring and hands-on seminars in writing skills and professional play development specifically designed for young writers. Write From the Hip participants walk away with a reinforced belief in themselves, their stories and their writing abilities. Over a 5-month period (May to September), each participant completes a new short work that is then workshopped and staged on the final night of the 2008 Groundswell Festival Of NEW WORK By WOMEN.

How do I apply for Write From the Hip?

Participants are selected through submissions and personal interviews conducted by the program coordinator and the Hip Committee (participants in the previous year’s program). Interested applicants should submit a package by January 15, 2008 that includes:

- 2 to 4 pages MAX of creative writing
- a one page Letter of Interest outlining why you’d like to be a part of the Program
- a resume including your name, phone number, email and address


SUBMISSION PACKAGES SHOULD BE MAILED OR DROPPED OFF TO:
Lisa Codrington
Co-Director of Youth Initiatives–Write From the Hip
Write From the Hip Submissions
Nightwood Theatre
55 Mill Street, Suite 301
Case Goods Warehouse, Building No. 74
Toronto ON M5A 3C4

WE DO NOT ACCEPT EMAIL SUBMISSIONS

For more info please check out our website at www.nightwoodtheatre.net or contact Lisa Codrington, Co-Director of Youth Initiatives–Write From the Hip at lisa@nightwoodtheatre.net




PRIDECAB APPLICATIONS
The deadline for applying to take part in Pride Cab 2008 is February 15!

Pride Cab is The Buddies in Bad Times Theatre Queer Youth Programme year-end show: a collectively-created, cabaret-style
extravaganza, written and performed by the participants and directed by Evalyn Parry.

Performed on the main stage at Buddies, previous shows have been a sold-out, standing-o kick-off to Buddies Pride Festivities…don’t miss taking part this year!

No previous theatre experience is necessary to participate. The Buddies Youth Programme looks for queer-identified young
people (between 15 and 25 years old) who want to participate in making an original show about queer identity and queer history.

Creation/rehearsals take place Monday and Wednesday nights, 6 to 10 pm, from April 2 to June 18. Final performance is June 20th.

Through a series of workshops and interactive events with seasoned, queer activists and artists, we’ll explore both the history of queer culture in our city as well as the realities of what it means to be young and queer today. We’ll use theatre, music, dance, writing, storytelling and performance art to create a show based on what we discover.

The Pride Cab project is a truly unique opportunity for young, aspiring artists to talk to the older generation of the queer community; to meet like-minded peers, learn new skills, and to create and showcase original work on Buddies main stage.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS FEB 15.

Download your application on-line at http://www.artsexy.ca/youth_pridecab.cfm
We will meet with and interview selected applicants.

Best of luck!
Until next time …

Evalyn Parry and Chy Ryan Spain
Buddies in Bad Times Theatre
Queer Youth Arts Programme
12 Alexander Street
Toronto, ON
M4Y 1B4
416-975-9130 x 22
youth@artsexy.ca
http://www.artsexy.ca

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Space

Dovercourt House 3rd Floor Studio available for rent.
Beautiful rehearsal and workshop studio near Ossington subway station. 1600 square meters, 13 ft high ceiling. Price range from $15/hr (rehearsal) to $25/hr (classes – workshops). For more information about rental space, contact Isorine Marc: 416.516.4025 or email info@corpus.ca. 805 Dovercourt road, 3rd floor – Toronto ON M6H 2X4 www.corpus.ca



Space for Rent: Queen West Arts Centre
The Queen West Arts Centre - 100A Ossington Ave. home of the Classical Theatre Project and the Toronto Youth Theatre. Three studios and one large rehearsal room all air conditioned, long term rents are negotiable. Studio A - 54' x 25' Stereo system, mirrors, natural light. Studio B - 45' x 28' Stereo system, mirrors, natural light. Studio C - 38' x 17' Stereo system, mirrors, natural light. Theatre Room - 46' x 44' Space for large cast rehearsals or set pieces. Call 416.915.6747 or email space@qwac.ca. www.qwac.ca



Dovehouse Dance Ballroom
large rental space with newly finished hard wood spring floors
for rehearsals, classes/workshops and performances.

• CD player
• private large (31’ x 59’) space
• newly painted, big window, mirrors, fans
• very affordable hourly rates (please ask about CADA rates)
• near Ossington subway, short bike ride from downtown
• day hours available: Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm
  

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Auditions

2008/2009 Dancer Auditions For The National Ballet of Canada
2008/2009 Company Audition:
Sunday March 30, 2008
at 10:00am (doors open at 8:30am)

The Walter Carsen Centre for The National Ballet of Canada
470 Queens Quay West,
Toronto, Ontario

This audition is for dancers who have performing experience with a professional company. Interested candidates must have strong
classical ballet technique. The audition will include class, pointe work for ladies, pas de deux and repertoire.

Auditions

* Who should audition?
Once a year The National Ballet of Canada holds a Company audition in Toronto. It is intended for established dancers who have performing experience with a professional company. Interested candidates must have strong classical ballet technique.

There are a limited number of positions available each contract year with The National Ballet of Canada. Due to Canadian Immigration requirements, positions are mainly offered to Canadians. This does not preclude the taking on of foreign talent, but it makes the auditions process extremely competitive.

If you are a dancer with little or no professional experience, please click here http://www.national.ballet.ca/about.php?auditions/apprentice for information on our RBC Apprentice Programme auditions.

* Contract Dates?
The likely start date for a new Company member would be August 2008 and the length of the contract would be variable.

* When is the next Company audition? And what should I expect?
The 2008/2009 Company audition will take place on Sunday March 30, 2008 at 10:00am, (doors open at 8:30am). The audition will
include class, pointe work for ladies, pas de deux and company repertoire. Please note that dancers may be eliminated from the audition process at any time during the audition. The audition is expected to end by 2:00pm on Sunday March 30.
Successful applicants, and all auditionees who were not eliminated, will be notified 4 - 6 weeks after the audition.

* How to apply for an audition space?
Please email, mail or fax your resume, email address and photos (one head shot and one dance shot) no later than March 20, 2008,
attn: Auditions

Email: auditions@national.ballet.ca

Mail:
C/O Artistic Department
470 Queens Quay West
Toronto, Ontario,
CANADA
M5V 3K4

Fax: 416-345-8323

*Please specify that you are applying for a spot at the Company auditions. Do not send videos or DVDs.

If you choose to submit your resume via fax, please bring your two photos to the audition.

You will receive communication from the National Ballet closer to the audition date that confirms your place at the audition. If you have not heard from the National Ballet by March 21, 2008, please let us know by calling the Audition Hotline at 416-345-9686, ext 6075 and pressing "0" to leave a message for the auditions coordinator or email us at auditions@national.ballet.ca .

* Where are the auditions held?
The auditions take place at The Walter Carsen Centre for The National Ballet of Canada, 470 Queens Quay West in Toronto. The
facility is just west of the downtown core at Queens Quay and Spadina Avenue.

* Is there a hotel close by?
There are several hotels in downtown Toronto that are all about 10 to 20 minutes away by taxi or public transportation. Any travel website that lists a hotel as downtown will be fairly close. Please do not contact us to recommend a hotel.

* Is there parking at The Walter Carsen Centre?
There is no designated parking for The Walter Carsen Centre where the audition is held. There are public parking lots within walking distance of the centre. Also the Toronto Transit Commissions (TTC) streetcars operate regularly past the facility located in the Queens Quay/Spadina Avenue area of Toronto.

* What if you can’t attend the scheduled Company audition?
You must be seen in person to be considered for a position with The National Ballet of Canada and it is in your best interest to be seen at our full auditions. If you are unable to attend the Company audition on March 30, please contact the auditions coordinator by calling the hotline 416-345-9686 x 6075 or by emailing auditions@national.ballet.ca and we will try to accomodate you at another time.

For more Information about becoming a Company member please call the Audition Hotline 416-345-9686 ext 6075.

*Company audition information is subject to change.




NATIONAL CIRCUS SCHOOL IS RECRUITING!
Audition Tour for the best talent in the country

Internationally known as one of the leading institutions in the world for the highest-quality professional training in its field, the National Circus School hits the road the month of February 2008 in search of the best talent in the country! The Montreal-based School, unique in North America, offers young people who aspire to become circus performers a chance to combine training with an academic education. In February 2008, the School will hold auditions in Toronto, Vancouver and Montréal. Auditions are by appointment only, and the deadline to apply is midnight, January 18, 2008.

More than 140 students from around the world currently attend the National Circus School. "The interaction between faculty and students, who all come from very diverse backgrounds and nationalities, creates an extremely rich environment in which to explore the circus arts," says Anna Ward, a School graduate who is now part of the latest creation by Cirque Éloize.

Upon completing training at the National Circus School, graduates of the higher education programs quickly receive offers from the world's leading circus companies including, of course, Cirque du Soleil. In fact, more than 95% of graduates find employment in the first weeks following completion of their studies. "The creative confidence this school instilled in me serves me well today with my own circus company," says Patrick Léonard, a graduate of the School and co-founder of the 7 Fingers collective, whose shows Traces and Le Loft have been lauded around the world.

The audition, also called the Entrance Examination, determines a candidate's potential aptitude and capacity to successfully complete a program. It consists of a series of tests of physical and artistic aptitude to evaluate candidates' potential and skills, as well as their ability to complete the program. Young people wishing to register for the audition/examination may come from any one of these backgrounds: gymnastics, dance, acrosport, diving, figure skating, martial arts or, of course, circus arts! The auditions are mandatory for entry into all
programs.

National Circus School programs are designed to provide students with a well-rounded education. The National Circus School provides complete professional training in circus arts, from preparatory training to high school and college-level programs. It also offers two college diploma programs for circus arts teachers. A summer camp for young people between 9 and 17 years of age serves to introduce them to professional training while sampling circus life at the School. And, with the fall 2008 session, the School will be able to provide complete dormitory services for its students.

To be considered for the February 2008 auditions, held consecutively in Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal, candidates are required to send an Application Form before the January 18, 2008 midnight deadline. For a complete description of the audition process and registration forms, or further information about the School and its programs: http://www.nationalcircusschool.ca , or info@enc.qc.ca , or toll free 1-800-267-0859.



AUDITION
BALLET ESPRESSIVO

Auditions for Female Dancers
for an exclusive engagement with
HOLY BLOSSOM SYNAGOGUE, Toronto
as well as other possible performances.

Performance Date: Thursday, April 24, 2008

Professional experience is preferred. Strong ballet technique, modern & jazz background & acting experience are also an asset.
Dancers will be paid for all rehearsals and performances.

Audition Date: Thursday February 7, 2008

Audition Time: 7 -10 p.m.

Audition Location: George Brown College
160 Kendal Avenue
Casa Loma Campus, Building C, Room 127

Alternative audition dates may be possible.

Advanced registration is required.

Contact: Donna Greenberg, Artistic Director
647-294-0784
email: donnagreenberg@balletespressivo.com <mailto:donnagreenberg@balletespressivo.com>
Website: www.balletespressivo.com
Please provide a resume, head shot and dance photo at the audition. No audition fee



AUDITIONS
We are looking for two trained dancers who are open-minded, energetic, strong in improvisation, and quick learners, to join
us for our spring season.

Must be available for rehearsal Wednesday nights.
Date: Wed. Jan. 16, 2008 at 7:00pm
Location: Studio C in the Accolade East Building on York
University's Keele campus

- Come warm and ready to move
- Bring your agenda so we can confirm performance dates with you

Upcoming Performances:
http://www.randomactsofdance.com/events.html

rad stands for random acts of dance and is short for radical. This collective is an ensemble of dance artists performing snippets of movement in spontaneous and unconventional public locations. We are attempting to create a relationship with people who are not usually exposed to dance in a fun and interesting manner.
Contact: randomactsofdance@hotmail.com
Website: http://www.randomactsofdance.com
rad facebook Group:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2618620500





Ballet Jörgen Canada
COMPANY AUDITIONS
Ballet Jörgen Canada is holding auditions for Company Members for the 2008/2009 Season

Toronto
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Sign-In at 10:00 am
Class at 11:00 am
Ballet Jörgen Canada Studios
George Brown College, Casa Loma Campus
160 Kendal Ave, Room 126


Vancouver Halifax
Sunday, March 9, 2008 Saturday, May 3, 2008
Sign-In at 10:00 am Sign-In at 2:00 pm
Class at 11:00 am Class at 3:00 pm
The Dance Centre Halifax Ballet Theatre
677 Davie Street 2540 Agricola Street

Ballet Jörgen Canada is one of North America's fastest growing dance companies.
We are offering 43 - 50 week contracts with extensive touring across North America.

Starting Fees range from $600 - 700 pending professional experience.

Advanced registration is required. Register by emailing your resume and audition city preference to info@balletjorgen.ca or faxing to 416-415-2865. Please provide a resume, head shot and dance photo at the audition. No Audition fee

For further information phone 416-961-4725 or visit our web site at www.balletjorgen.ca <http://www.balletjorgen.ca/>

Canada’s Local Ballet Company



Carnival Cruise Lines
CARNIVAL Entertainment
http://carnivalentertainment.com
Open Call for Strong Male and Female Dancers 18 and older
Where: OIP Dance Centre - 190 Richmond Street East, 2nd Floor, Toronto, M5A 1P1
When: Thursday, Jan 24, 2008
at 10 am



URBAN TRIBAL in Toronto
Heather Stants of Urban Tribal Dance Company will be in Toronto on March 2, 2008 for a 4 hour workshop full of all her slinky
goodness!

Check her out on EVOLUTION: Tribal Fusion Bellydance Performances, and on the new Bellydance Superstars Tribal Fusion
dvd!
WHEN: Sunday March 2, 2008 - 11am to 4:00pm

WHERE:
OIP Dance studio
190 Richmond Street East,
2nd Floor,
(Studio A)
Toronto
M5A 1P1

Huge space with windows and a sprung floor.
http://www.oipdance.com/studio.html

HOW MUCH: only $85
To REGISTER, contact laura.hagglund@gmail.com
Heather Stants is a life long artist and dancer with a degree in photography and fine arts. Her explorations in tribal bellydance
began over eleven years ago when she became the assistant director of Read My Hips* http://www.readmyhips.com in Chicago,
Illinois. In 1999 Heather moved to San Diego, California and formed Urban Tribal Dance Company. Heather's diverse movement and arts background feeds her creativity and her innovative approach to choreography. Urban Tribal Dance Company is known for its contemporary approach to the dance, a pared down costume emphasizing body movements over ornamentation, athleticism and the use of the dance form as a means of personal expression and interpretation. Their creativity has twice earned them the title of "Troupe of the Year" in Zaghareet! Magazine's Golden Belly Awards. In addition to teaching several weekly classes in San Diego since 1999, Heather Stants and Urban Tribal Dance Company have been touring extensively since 2004 sharing their love of modern tribal bellydance with dancers in the U.S. and abroad.

Urban Tribal Dance Company is widely recognized as one of the top tribal fusion pioneers.

Read more about Heather Stants and Urban Tribal on their site:
http://www.urbantribaldance.com and on their tribe:
http://www.urbantribaldance.tribe.net

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Jobs

Arts Express
Application Deadline: Monday February 11, 2008
Website: http://www.artsexpress.ca
Position: Drama / Dance Instructors
Term: Contract
Location: Various
Salary: $40/45 Per hour
Start Date: Feb 11, 2008

Job Description
Arts Express is looking for dynamic individuals with experience teaching drama or dance to children in grades 1 to 6. Classes run
either after school or at lunch time in schools across the GTA.

Requirements
Must be able to work independently
A cell phone and access to email are required
A car is an asset

Send Submissions To:

Greg Carrie
30 Twenty Eighth Street
Toronto ON
Canada
M8W 2Y6

t: 416-239-3093
f: 416-255-7527
e: arts.express@sympatico.ca

Organization Description
Arts Express provides lunch time and after school class in drama, dance, visual arts, improv and musical theatre to children JK to
grade 8.


Malabar Limited
Application Deadline: Friday March 7, 2008
Website: http://www.malabar.net
Position: Sales Associates - Dancewear Dept., FT and PT
Start Date: Jan 14, 2008

Job Description
Full time Part time positions available!
Serving customers in our retail shop in downtown Toronto. Restocking product and helping out with store displays.

Health Benefits available for full time employees.

Requirements
Experienced dancers
Have knowledge and experience with pointe
Exceptional customer service skills
Hardworking

Additional Information
Please send resume with cover letter by fax or email.

Send Submissions To:

Beverley
14 McCaul Street
Toronto Ontario
f: 416-598-3296
e: mpoirier@malabar.net

Organization Description
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Theatrical costume and dancewear supplier.



As Promised Productions
As Promised Productions is currently seeking enthusiastic, energetic and experienced instructors for our Traveling Stage division who can teach Hip-Hop, Musical Theatre, African Dance, Swing, Latin dance, yoga, fitness or clowning.

Instructors will teach in elementary schools throughout the GTA.
We offer a competive hourly wage with opportunity to increase.
Must be good with non-dancers.

Please forward a cover letter and resume to:
travelingstage@aspromisedproductions.com

For more info: http://www.aspromisedproductions.com

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Grant Deadlines

Canada Council for the Arts
Travel Grants to Dance Professionals - Any time (at least 8 weeks before departure date)
Audience and Market Development Travel Assistance – Anytime (at least 6 weeks prior to departure date)
Grants to Dance Professionals - February 1, 2008
Production Project Grants in Dance - March 15, 2008
www.canadacouncil.ca

Ontario Arts Council
Aboriginal Arts Education Projects - February 15, 2008
Aboriginal Arts Projects - February 15, 2008
Arts Education Projects - March 3, 2008
Arts Service Organizations - March 3, 2008
Organismes franco-ontariens de service aux arts (program available only in French) - March 3, 2008
Artists in the Community/Workplace - March 17, 2008
Compass - March 17, 2008
Dance Organizations - March 17, 2008
Integrated Arts - March 17, 2008
Touring and Collaborations - March 17, 2008
Aide à la diffusion artistique (program available only in French) - April 1, 2008
Community and Multidisciplinary Arts Organizations - April 1, 2008
Dance Initiatives - April 1, 2008
Presenter/Producer - April 1, 2008
www.arts.on.ca

Toronto Arts Council
Dance Annual Operating Grant – February 1 2008
www.torontoartscouncil.org

Metcalf Foundation
Strategic Initiatives - Round 2
Letter of Interest deadline    March 31    
Foundations extends invitation to apply    April 7    
Full Application deadline    May 5    
Grant notification    June 23    
www.metcalffoundation.com

Laidlaw Foundation
Not currently accepting applications.
www.laidlawfdn.org

Canadian Heritage
www.pch.gc.ca

City of Toronto
www.toronto.ca

Ontario Trillium Foundation
www.trilliumfoundation.org

Department of Foreign Affairs & International Trade
www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca

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