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Announcements

Canada Council for the Arts / Dance Section
From the Dance Section: June 2006
From the CDA Bulletin
Julie Poskitt, an officer with the Dance Section for the past six years, announced Wednesday, June 21, that she will be leaving Ottawa to take up a new post with the British Columbia Arts Council, working with the Dance and Music portfolios. Over the years, Julie has worked with all the programs of the Section, but particularly with Support Services to the Dance Milieu, Creation/Production in Dance, Dance Touring and, most recently, Grants to Dance Professionals and Production Project Grants. She has also been active in the implementation of the Council’s Equity Capacity Building program and the Artists and Communities Collaboration Fund. She will be greatly missed by her colleagues at Council.

Julie will miss the wonderful array of dance artists whose stellar achievements she’s been watching over the past six years. Her last day at the Dance Section is Friday, August 18, and
she moves into the offices of BCAC in Victoria after Labour Day.

The Council has posted her position on the Council website and the closing date is July 20th. Please direct any enquiries to Brenda Lortie in Human Resources at 1-800-263-5588 ext. 4117.


Conseil des Arts du Canada / Service de la Danse
Message du service de la danse : 2006 juin
Le mercredi 21 juin, Julie Poskitt, agente de programme au Service de la danse depuis six ans,nous a annoncé qu’elle quitterait Ottawa pour occuper de nouvelles fonctions au British Columbia Arts Council (BCAC), en danse et en musique. Au fil des ans, Julie a géré tous les programmes du Service, plus particulièrement les programmes Services de soutien, Création/production, Tournée et, récemment celui des Subventions aux professionnels de la danse et des Subventions de projet de production. Julie a aussi collaboré activement à l’implantation du Programme d’accroissement de la capacité du Bureau de l’équité du Conseil et du Fonds de collaboration entre les artistes et la communauté. Ses collègues regrettent son départ.

Julie quitte à regret ses collègues du Conseil et tous les artistes qui ont su la ravir par leurs réalisations et leurs succès retentissants. Sa dernière journée au Service de la danse sera le
vendredi 18 août et elle commencera au BCAC, à Victoria, après la Fête du travail.

Le Conseil a affiché le poste sur le site web et la date limite pour poser sa candidature est le 20 juillet prochain. Veuillez vous adresser à Brenda Lortie aux Ressources humaines au 1 -800-263-5588, poste 4117, pour toutes questions.


TORONTO LIFE DEADLINE ALERT - OCTOBER/06
Because Toronto Life works two months in advance, the DEADLINE for OCTOBER PREVIEWS, 2006 is JULY 20.
(Do not copy your material to the editor. She only forwards it back to the writer. There is also no need to send photographs. Should TL want a photograph, you will be contacted. In short –send text material to the appropriate writer only .)

INSTRUCTIONS
Toronto Life is more than a listing; it is a PREVIEW, and the more details about the performance/exhibit/event that you send, the more exciting the writer can make the event sound. (This element needs to be beefed up in particular.)
Each time you send details about a performance/exhibit/event, remember to include the following data AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INFORMATION, AND IN THIS ORDER:

DATES of run
TIMES of show
TICKET PRICES (lowest to highest)
VENUE (with exact street address)
BOX OFFICE number
WEB PAGE address (if available)
CONTACT PERSON and PHONE NUMBER (for fact-checking purposes).

Please submit event info to your appropriate Toronto Life writer as listed below. Please describe the event in as much detail as you can. IF THERE IS A CONFLICT OF DEPARTMENTS, SEND TO BOTH WRITERS AND FLAG THAT YOU HAVE DONE SO. TL WILL WORK IT OUT.

THE WRITERS
Art: Betty Ann Jordan, bajordan@sympatico.ca
Classical Music: Rick MacMillan, r.macmillan@rogers.com
Dance: Paula Citron, pcitron@sympatico.ca
Diversions (events, literary readings, lectures, film etc): Brent Ledger, jbl@interlog.com
Jazz: Stuart Broomer, broomer@sprynet.com
Pop Music/Nightlife: Jason Anderson, janders86@rogers.com
Theatre: Alec Scott, ascott@torontolife.com

If you wish to send a hard copy press kit, please address it to the appropriate writer at Toronto Life, and it will be forwarded on.
(Writer’s Name)
Toronto Life
111 Queen Street East, Suite 320
Toronto
M5C 1S2

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DUO Workshop

Dance in Education:
A Workshop on Teaching Dance within the Classroom

For dance artists who are interested in working with youth in schools, but are unsure how to go about the logistics of doing this. This workshop gives participants dynamic tools to work creatively and effectively with a range of ages. Best practices in working with teachers, art programming staff and administrative staff within the school system will also be addressed. This workshop will be lead by Michelle Silagy, who has years of experience working with youth in schools across Ontario.

Cost: $30 for General Public
Lunch is not included with this seminar.
August 9, 2006
9:30 to 3:30
at The National Ballet School Of Canada, 404 Jarvis St., Toronto

Registration:
Call 416.504.6429 x23
Or email jessica@danceumbrella.net
Space is limited so register early

A follow-up in school workshop will occur in the fall. This will allow for artists to take what they have learned and use it in a practical situation. It is recommended that artists interested in working in schools take BOTH workshops.


Michelle Silagy is a Toronto-based independent dancer, choreographer, and teacher.
Her extensive work with youth and her choreographic work which she makes in the company of Canada’s illustrious independent dance artists sustains her desire to discover creative origins within artists of all disciplines through collaboration in dance. Michelle’s choreography is a unique blend of movement vocabularies, with an overarching goal to portray the beauty of the human form - leaving audiences feeling refreshed and inspired.

Her choreography Watermark: Visible when held against light, created with interpreters: Barbara Pallomina, Megan Andrews, Danielle Baskerville and Darryl Tracy, premiered in April 2003 at the Winchester Street Theatre. “Silagy builds her choreography around gentle but precise finger and hand movements, layered with controlled, loose-limbed physicality emanating gracefully from the rest of the body in an elegant flow of movement. Her themes are abstract into which one can read many meanings… Silagy’s work is a paean to humankind’s fragility in a cruel world.” Paula Citron (The Globe and Mail)

Michelle crafts work for intimate theatres and unconventional settings. Her work spanning 17 years, has been presented at the Art Gallery of Ontario, Dance Works at du Maurier Theatre Centre, The Textile Museum of Canada, Spring Rites, Dusk Dances, fFIDA, festivals throughout the country, and at Series 8:08, which she co-founded. Silagy is the inaugural recipient of the Toronto Dance Award for choreography from the Toronto Community Foundation. Michelle along with interpreters Andrea Nann and Megan Andrews is developing a new work, Surface Symbol as funded by The Toronto Arts Council and the Ontario Arts Council. As well she is creating a solo with and for Jennifer Lynn Dick.

A graduate of The School of Toronto Dance Theatre, she directs their Young Dancers’ Program and teaches pedagogy. Through The Royal Conservatory of Music’s Learning Through the Arts Program she combines movement with core curricula and composes written material, which introduce dance as compliment to multiple learning styles. Through the Conservatory, Silagy has collaborated with teachers throughout the country, most recently Manitoba. As well she has developed movement incentives at The Bloorview MacMillan Center Lab School where children with Cerebral Palsy are integrated into a classroom setting. Specialists regarded her work there as a Learning Through the Arts Artist as being highly innovative.

Classes/Workshops

Make (your own dang self) Up!
Ever put on your make-up, take a quick look and say, "nope, not quite"? (i know i have...)
Spontaneous audition catch you offguard? (YUP!)
Let US show YOU, how TO...for YOURSELF!!!
"MAKE (your own dang self) UP!"
A workshop ran by key make-up artists in the business, for YOU!
you even get a gift you can use when you leave...JUST FOR COMING!!!

Saturday July 22, 2006 @ INDUSTRY COSMETICS (490 Yonge St.)
11am to 1pm, 1:30-3:30pm, 4-6pm, 6:30-8:30pm (pre-registration required)
$65 + GST ($15 deposit, pre-register)
$75 + GST (1st come 1st serve) At the door

for more info, please email me @: tre@tre-lystikz.com
to register (starting wed,july 5th), visit
www.tre-lystikz.com
SEE YOU THERE!
tRE
(brought to you by: Tre-Lystikz, DFI)
(sponsored by: Industry Cosmetics)



Milton Myers’ Workshop
at Ballet Creole School of Performing Arts

Date: August 14th - 18th
Time: 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm
Cost: $20.00 - per class
Location: Ballet Creole
375 Dovercourt Road
Toronto, ON M6J 3E5

Milton Myers, from Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre, comes to Toronto to offer a one week workshop open to the public at Ballet Creole, teaching students the Horton Technique and its benefits for the mind and body.
For more information visit www.balletcreole.org <http://www.balletcreole.org> or call us at 416.960.0350


SUMMER TAP DANCE WORKSHOPS!
Event #2:  “OPEN” Summer Tap Classes with Kim Chalovich
            Location:  Mississauga
            Date:    Thursdays at 7:30pm (July 20 to August 24)…6 weeks…Level: Int/Adv
            Cost:    $90 for the 6 week session

Event #3:  E.C.T.C. (Eastern Canadian Tap Conference)
            Location:  Mississauga
            Date:    August 25 to August 30
            Cost:    depends on number of workshops you attend
Visit www.whats-on-tap.com <http://www.whats-on-tap.com/> for details and registration information…or call: 905-278-3534


Triple Threat Summer Experience
The dance experience of the summer is just 11 days away!
Sign up today for the full intensive!
Can't join us all week, see the day sessions below.
July 17 - 21, 2006
9 AM - 5 PM
627 Queen's Quay W (at Bathurst St) in Toronto
Workshops in: Liquid Hip Hop, Street Jazz, Video Jazz, Hip Hop, Soulmove, Improve Your Improv, Poetry In Motion, Rhythm Dance, Reggae Tap, Latin Jazz & more...

Choreographers include:
* Tre Armstrong who has toured the world with Missy Elliott and Jay Z.
Tre appears in the feature films Honey, Disney's Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen, Shall We Dance & the upcoming dance film Stepping Up: Save The Last Dance 2
* Shugamai Johnson whose credits include Honey, Rihanna, K-OS, Ricky Martin & more...
* Kim Chalovich, artistic director of professional Tap company What's On Tap?
* Miko Sobreira bringing us his Latin Flair and industry expertise
and many more...

Vocal session and acting sessions for dancers are also a part of the intensive.
** Vocal coach is Donna Flynn, one of the top voice coaches in North America and SOCAN member.
** Audition techniques, commercial & video acting & much more with acting coach Martin Doyle.
In addition to his teaching experience, Martin appears as an actor on 'The Perfect Man' starring Hillary Duff.

For full bios on the choreographers & instructors, be sure to visit http://www.bediscovered.net
Lunch is included on Monday & Friday.
Watch never before seen dance documentaries on the big screen.
Give-a-ways and much more...
To RSVP your spot, call 416-657-4202 ext 2 and email dance@bediscovered.net and cc: bdiscovered@hotmail.com
http://www.bediscovered.net

Monday July 17 Workshops
9 AM - 5 PM
627 Queen's Quay W (at Bathurst St) in Toronto
* Scouting session/industry chat with Diana Uribe, Be Discovered President & Talent Director
* Workshops taught by Shugamai Johnson whose credits include Honey, Rihanna, K-OS, Ricky Martin & more...
* Soulmove is a fusion of many different dance styles
* Liquid Hip Hop is Shugamai's own unique choreography.
* Stretch & Strengthen 10 AM - 10:30 AM
* Soul Move 10:30 AM - 12 PM
* Liquid Hip Hop 1:10 PM - 3:10 PM
* Street Jazz 3:30 - 5 PM
* Industry chat & Q & A with Shugamai

Tuesday July 18 Workshops
9 AM - 5 PM
627 Queen's Quay W (at Bathurst St) in Toronto
* Audition techniques, commercial & video acting & much more with acting coach Martin Doyle.
In addition to his teaching experience, Martin appears as an actor on 'The Perfect Man' starring Hillary Duff.
* Hip Hop with Tre Armstrong.
Tre Armstrong who has toured the world with Missy Elliott and Jay Z.
Tre appears in the feature films Honey, Disney's Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen, Shall We Dance & the upcoming dance film Stepping Up: Save The Last Dance 2
* Latin Jazz with Miko Sobreira bringing us his latin flair to the intensive.
* Industry chat & q&a with Tre Armstrong

Acting 9 AM - 12 PM
Screening of Answers4Dancers produced by Tony Award winner Grover Dale.
This was shot in LA in 2005 and some of the Summer in LA dancers appear in this film.
Latin Jazz 1:10 PM - 3:10 PM
Industry chat with Tre 3:10 PM - 3:30 PM
Hip Hop 3:30 PM - 5 PM

July 19 Workshops
9 AM - 5 PM
627 Queen's Quay W (at Bathurst St) in Toronto
* Vocal session with Donna Flynn.
Learn more on Donna at www.bediscovered.net
* Workshops taught by Shugamai Johnson whose credits include Honey, Rihanna, K-OS, Ricky Martin & more...
* Poetry in Motion integrates dance and creative writing to create a true movement piece of soul expression.
* Video Jazz will have you perfecting the moves you see today in videos

Voice 9 AM - 12 PM
Screening of the NFB's Breakin In: The Making of a Hip Hop Dancer
Poetry In Motion 1:25 PM - 3:25 PM
3:30 PM - 5 PM Video Jazz

July 20 Workshops
9 AM - 5 PM
627 Queen's Quay W (at Bathurst St) in Toronto
* Workshops taught by Shugamai Johnson whose credits include Honey, Rihanna, K-OS, Ricky Martin & more...
* Improve Your Improv will teach you improvisational and freestyling skills required for competitions, auditions and every day life.
Acting 9 AM - 12 PM with Martin Doyle - see July 18 listing for more info
Liquid Hip Hop 1:10 PM - 3:10 PM
Industry Chat with Shugamai 3:15 PM - 3:30 PM
Improve Your Improv 3:30 PM - 5 PM
For full bios on the choreographers & instructors, be sure to visit http://www.bediscovered.net
To RSVP your spot, call 416-657-4202 ext 2 and email dance@bediscovered.net and cc: bdiscovered@hotmail.com
http://www.bediscovered.net


Todd and Naomi Workshop ~Aug19/20~ Toronto **Registration Open!**
**Registration is now Open for the Todd Yannacone and Naomi Uyama workshop!!**
August 19th and 20th 2006
TORONTO
Just letting you all know that registration is now open and all of the details are up on the Toronto Lindy Hop website.

Check it out!!
http://www.torontolindyhop.com/toddandnaomi/

The classes are going to be amazing and you will NOT want to miss out on the weekend!
That being said, the weekend will fill up quick so your going to want to register sooner rather than later :)
If you have any questions send them our way at toddandnaomi@gmail.com .
Todd and Naomi are one of the best Lindy Hop couples out there and we are so pumped to be having them teach in Toronto!!


MENAKA THAKKAR WORKSHOP
AUGUST 8th ˆ AUGUST 12th
Tuesday to Friday from 12 to 2pm

Young Centre for the Performing Arts,
the Distillery Historic District
Classical Indian Dance Workshop
30-35 students

Menaka Thakkar will present a teaching workshop on the classical Indian dance style known as Bharatanatyam designed for dance students with training and coordination in Ballet or Modern.
The program is based on the model Menaka has used for the National Ballet School that consists of the following:

Lecture/Demo ˆ
The program begins with a talk on the history of classical Indian dance in relation to western dance forms.
Menaka will discuss the similarities and differences between the dance forms with regard to how the body is used and then demonstrate the Bharatnatyam dance style with its equal emphasis on the narrative (or mimetic) and pure dance.

Workshop -
Menaka will teach the basic exercises of Indian dance to attain the movements that are unique to Bharatnatyam.
Since many of the dancers in this workshop have trained bodies for ballet or modern technique, the process of learning Bharatnatyam technique becomes teaching the class new movements using the same basic principles of body positioning.
The exercises will be followed by the teaching of the movements that are special to Bharatnatyam.
This will include the basic steps, neck and eye movements, language of hand gestures, the facial expressions and the basic concept of rhythms and choreography.

Performance ˆ
In the final two days of workshops, Menaka will teach the students 2 dance routines from the repertoire

About Menaka Thakkar:
Menaka Thakkar is an internationally renowned dancer, choreographer and teacher working in three Classical forms of Indian dance: Bharatanatyam, Odissi and Kuchipudi.
Recipient of an honorary D.Litt. degree from York University for her varied contributions to dance, this multi-faceted dance artist has always been a pioneer in all aspects of Indian dance in Canada-performance, choreography, teaching, research, and institution building.
Her choreography spans a wide range: from stunning solo numbers to elaborate productions of dance dramas and from pure traditional dance to contemporary works involving fusion of dance styles.

Fee: $125.00

Contact for more information: mthakkar@ffida.org
No deadline for registration but space is limited. First-come-first-serve.
Registration forms are available on the website www.ffida.org and have to be returned with the payment (made payable to fFIDA) at the address below.

fFIDA
Attn. Lea Rault
55 Mill Street,
Bldg 74, Suite 311
Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
For any questions or enquiries about the workshops registration, please contact Lea Rault by e-mail at administrator@ffida.org or by phone at 416-410-4291.


Arabesque Workshops
DUMBEK SESSION WITH SULEIMAN WARWAR, August 15- Sept 12. Tuesdays: Level 1, 6:15-7:15 & Level 2, 7:30-8:30. 5 weeks for $95. Bring your own drum. Wonderful new Dumbeks from Egypt available in our boutique.

NAMIR (DIRECT FROM ITALY) WORKSHOP, September 24, 2:15-4:15. $35 at Arabesque.

TITO, direct from Egypt teaches (Including special extra Tahtiib workshop!!) and performs for the first time in North America, Oct 14 - 15, 2006 in Toronto. With special guest performers: Jim Boz (California), Prince Andrew (California), Sahara Shimmer (New York), Invoke-Tress Dance (Fergus), Zahra’s Dance Troupe (Ajax), Halawa (Guelph), Troupe Sharkiss (Montreal) and Arabesque Dance Company & Orchestra (Toronto)!


Summer Classes with Meagan O'Shea
Monday July 17 10 – 12
Wednesday July 19 10 – 12
Saturday July 22 9:30 – 11:30

HUB 14
14 Markham Street
(north of Queen Street, west of Bathurst)

$75 for all 5 classes / $16 per class
space is limited, please sign up for the classes you will attend

Meagan will be exploring different ways to achieve the same lines, balance, strength and physical discipline trained in a traditional contemporary technique class through other means.
Specifically interested in exploring a training system that supports a broader range of the choreographic work being made today, she will focus on core strength, floor work, spatial awareness, multi-tasking coordination, dynamic variance, speaking, and of course some dancing!
This class is appropriate for dancers and physical performers wanting to explore new approaches.

for more information
416-899-7811 or meagan@meaganoshea.ca .


New summer dance classes are here!
Dance classes will start on the week of July 16th --
Early Bird Special is currently in effect!
Please check our website for more details.
http://www.utdsc.com

University of Toronto DanceSport Club
2006 SUMMER COURSE LISTING

Begins Week of July 17
6 weekly sessions @ 1.5 hrs/wk (except Dance Conditioning*)
Please scroll down to see all classes.

On the website, click on the class names to get more details.

Lessons: Schedule
Ballroom Lv. 1 (Waltz, Rumba, Foxtrot)
Day & Time: Thursdays, 6:30pm
Instructor: TBA
Location: TBA

Salsa (Level 1, Hip Hop Infusion)
Day & Time: Tuesdays, 6pm
Instructor: Davin
Location: TBA

Salsa (Level 2, Toronto Style)
Day & Time: Thursdays, 8pm
Instructor: Bong
Location: TBA

Dance Conditioning* 1 hr. only per class
Day & Time: Saturday, 11am-12pm
Instructor: Laura Pesantez
Location: TBA

Ballroom Lv. 1 (Cha Cha, Jive, Tango)
Day & Time: Saturday, 1pm
Instructor: Cynthia Ciezadlo
Location: TBA

Salsa (Level 1, Toronto Style)
Day & Time: Thursdays, 6:30pm
Instructor: Sunny
Location: TBA

Salsa Special (Afro Cuban Shines)
Day & Time: Saturdays, 2:30pm
Instructor: Java
Location: TBA

Cheers,
The Dancesport Team



City Dance Corps
Summer Sizzle Workshops and Events
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Latin Dance Workshops
Steam up the dance floor this summer with our HOT Latin Workshops....
LATIN SHINES WORKSHOP with Jerome!
Thursday's
July 20 & 27,
8-9:30pm.
Improve your timing, musicality, rhythm, style and more! Jerome will take you through an intensive body moving class guaranteed to have your feet sliding, tapping, rocking and spinning on the Salsa dance floor.
This shines class will focus on specific techniques used to build your musical and physical awareness on the dance floor!
Must have a minimum Salsa Beg 2 or 3 level complete.

CASINO RUEDA for Beginners
6 week session,
Saturday's
August 5 - September 16
2:30-3:30pm
With: Jerome
Swing your partner round and round, Salsa style!
Casino Rueda is a Cuban style Salsa danced with partners in a circle formation.
It's fun, energetic, and a great way to improve your leading and following skills.

INTRO TO SALSA
August 24 & 31
Thursday's
8-9:30pm
Sign up soon as spaces are limited!

Summer Sessions!
BELLYDANCE Intermediate
7 week workshop
Thursday's
July 20 - August 31
6-7pm

PILATES
Get those summer Abs!
8 week workshop
Monday's
July 10 - August 28
6-7pm

TAP Absolute Beginners
8 week workshop
Tuesday's
July 11- August 29
8-9:30pm

BREAKDANCE Absolute Beginners.
7 week workshop
Thursday's
July 20 - August 31
8:30-10pm

STRIPTEASE!
Back for a summer rush!
AUGUST 22 & 29
6-7pm
Ladies only!

Remember to register in advance for workshops!

Kids Summer Camp and Teen Program!
Summer Dance Camp Kids!!!!!
August 7-11
All day, every day, fun, fun, fun!
Stay tuned for details on our Summer Teen Program ages 13-17.

New Open Classes -
Jazz Funk and Ballet Boot Camp
Monday's
NEW CLASS
Jazz Funk with Rachel A.
8:30-10pm
One of the hottest Fusion class to hit L.A and New York, Jazz Funk is fast and rhythmic, fusing Hip Hop, Jazz, Funk, Disco and more!
Dance to music from the 70's through to modern day grooves.
Open Class! Interchangeable with your class cards.

Starting July 19:
Evening Ballet Boot Camp Class
Wednesday's
7:30-8:30pm

Yours in rhythm,
CDC Staff!
www.citydancecorps.com
539 King St. West
Suite 103
Toronto ON
M5V 1M1
416-260-2356


Sizzle Up Your Summer! Face A Challenge! BE Inspired! URBAN SWEAT!
The Summer Dance Intensive 2006 July 24-July 29, 2006
The Elgin and Wintergarden Theatre
Toronto, Canada
URBAN SWEAT: The Summer Dance Intensive 2006!
DanceFuzion is offering a Super Exclusive July Promotion! Register for the Urban Sweat Summer Dance Intensive, The Teachers Intensive or our Junior Dance Intensive from Now until July 21 and we will waive the Late Fee off the Current Tuition Rate! Reserve Your Spot Now And Save, Save, Save!

The Summer Dance Intensive: Ages 13 and Over Register by July 21: Pay only $750.00!
The Junior Dance Intensive: Ages 8-12 years Register by July 21: Pay only $650.00!
The Teachers Intensive: Dance Teachers and Studio Owners Register by July 21: Pay only $750.00!
One Explosive Week of Intensive Dance Training!
A World Class Esteemed Faculty Including Guest Instructors: Derrick Yannford, Linda Garneau, David Cox, Annie Wood and many others!
Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Tap, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre and More!
Affordable Student Residence Accomodations Available!
An Awesome Summer Dance Experience!
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New Summer Classes:
Adult Ballet
Beginners:           
6:30 – 8:00 p.m
Location: The Studio Pilates
65 Wellesley St. E. Suite 405
Cost: $72.00
6 weeks on Thursday evenings starting July 27, 2006 – Aug. 31/06                                               
Students must pre-register for the complete course by email or phone.
 
Intermediate:            
8:00 – 9:30 p.m.
Location: The Studio Pilates
65 Wellesley St. E. Suite 405
Cost: $72.00
6 weeks on Thursday evenings starting July 27, 2006 – Aug. 31/06                                               
Students must pre-register for the complete course by email or phone.
 
ON-GOING  CLASSES
ADULT BEGINNERS BALLET
WEDNESDAYS from 10 -11:30 a.m.
FRIDAYS 6 -7:30 p.m.
Location: The Studio Pilates
65 Wellesley St. E. Suite 405
 
ADULT ADVANCED BALLET CLASSES
TUESDAYS from 7 -8:30 p.m.
Location: George Brown College Casa Loma Campus
Studio C
 
All students must pre-register by calling 647-294-0784 or emailing balletespressivo2003@yahoo.ca. There are no drop-in classes. New students may take an introductory class for $12.00 but then, students must register for 6 classes/$72.00.
 
Other classes:
BODY WISDOM:
Lengthen Strengthen & Grow
FRIDAYS - 5-6 p.m.
Location: The Studio Pilates
65 Wellesley St. E. Suite 405
All students must pre-register by calling 647-294-0784 or emailing balletespressivo2003@yahoo.ca. There are no drop-in classes. New students may take an introductory class for $10.00 but then, students must register for 6 classes/$60.00.
 
PRIVATE SESSIONS/ INDIVIDUAL COACHING 
Donna Greenberg is also available for private classes at the rate of $45.00/hour or semi-privates (2 or 3 students only) at the rate of $25.00/person/hour to be arranged at a mutually agreeable time.
 

STRIP TO FIT SUMMER CLASSES AND SEXY DANCE WORKSHOPS!!
Start the Summer with a Sexier You!!
Strip to Fit and other Sexy Sizzling Dance Sessions and Workshops available for the summer! Strip to Fit is a workout that is safe and fun, with medium intensity. Don't worry- no one takes their clothes off! Strip to Fit is great for toning muscles with its slow controlled moves, its variety of hip rolls and body waves. Classes held in the Mississauga and GTA areas. For more more information or to register, please contact Laura at laurafurtadodance@gmail.com (www.laurafurtado.com <http://www.laurafurtado.com> ).

Laura Furtado
Dancer, Instructor, Choreographer
W: www.laurafurtado.com <http://www.laurafurtado.com/>
E: lauriefurtado@hotmail.com <mailto:lauriefurtado@hotmail.com> or laurafurtadodance@gmail.com <mailto:laurafurtadodance@gmail.com>
P: 416-894-5213


Guest teacher at the ijo vudu dance and drum camp.
i am pleased to annouce that the very fantastic Ivorian born drum teacher AMARA KANTE will be teaching at the ijo vudu drum and dance camp.
sept 15-17, 2006
both Sani and Amara will be teaching some of the traditional drum and dances from west Africa.
some of the drum and dances they will be teaching are!..............
"Kakilambe, Sofa and Soko".
"Doundounba, Triba, Sinte and Sonsoner"
"Geanea fare, Soli, Mandiani, Kou-kou and Dibon".

this will be one exciting camp that will be rememberd in a life time.

early registration discount:
$350 if payment is received prior to Aug 15.
$400 after Aug 15
ijo vudu African Dance Co.
t. 416-889-8939
f. 416-901-1340
http://www.ijovududance.com .


Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for Artists
The next session of the Artists' Health Centre's Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) for Artists will begin in late September 2006.
The 8-Week Program, for coping with stress and anxiety, offers artists a highly effective approach to managing and reducing stress.
Weekly two-hour workshops will consist of training in body scan, sitting and walking meditation, as well as mindful yoga.
The group will be led by Dr. Tatiana Melnyk, psychiatrist and JoAnne Hunter, Primary Nurse Care Practitioner at the Artists' Health Centre.
Classes will be held at the Artists' Health Centre, Toronto Western Hospital, 399 Bathurst (at Dundas), 3rd floor, West Wing.
The cost of participating in the program is $35.00.
To register, participants must first view a video concerning the program and attend an intake interview.
For more information regarding this program or to book an intake interview, please call the AHC at 416-603-5263.
http://www.ahcf.ca .

Canada's National Ballet School
2006 Annual Dance Seminar for Ballet & Modern Dance Teachers:
Moved by Music, Celebrating the innate partnership between music and Movement.
Date: August 1 – 5
Observation week: July 24 – 28

Join colleagues from around the world for NBS's Annual Seminar for Ballet and Modern Dance Teachers, at the School's new state-of-the-art training facilities.
The 2006 seminar celebrates the innate partnership between music and movement – an interaction that is key to the development of dancers and teachers alike.
NBS faculty, musicians and invited guest artists will present a variety of approaches demonstrating how to effectively integrate movement and music.
Visit www.nbs-enb.ca <http://www.nbs-enb.ca/> for fees, additional information and to register online.

Repertory workshop 2006: Korean Confucian Dance
with Hak-sun LIM,
>From 26 October to 4 November,
in residency at the Royaumont Abbey

Up to and including the year 2005, the Repertory Workshop has been devoted to the study of works by important choreographers who have strongly influenced the development of modern and contemporary dance in Europe and the United States.

As of 2006, and for a 3 year period, the CRCC is opening the notion of repertory to include ancient dances from other cultures. This series is devoted to traditional ritual dances from Asia, a heritage passed on through generations via the oral tradition of direct personal contact: ritual as dance, dance as ritual.

In 2006, the workshop is devoted to Confucian Korean dances and will be directed by Hak-sun LIM <http://www.royaumont.com/fondation_abbaye/?id=767#1938> , a choreographer, dancer, and great specialist of Confucian dances (click on her name in the Royaumont website to read more about her).

As is often, tradition can be a means of questioning modern concerns and in this case, a possible source for renewing choreographic propositions of contemporary dance today. The workshop considers one or more dances of a chosen tradition, period and style taking into account various identifying factors:
the context determining that the dance is ritual by nature, the history of the form and style, an analysis of the construction of the dance(s), a study of the relationships to music, costumes, masks, objects used, the place where the dance is presented and/or other factors important to the particular style.

The workshop is open to 8 experienced dancers, choreographers or dance teachers particularly interested in dance experiences from Asia as a means of inquiring aspects of contemporary dance.
All participants live in residency at the Royaumont abbey, with individual rooms.
A public presentation of the work accomplished will be presented on Saturday 4 November at 5:00 pm.
Applications can be sent to the Centre for Choreographic Research and Composition 21 Septembre 2006 at :

CRCC, à la Fondation Royaumont, 95270 Asnières-sur-Oise, France.

More information on : http://www.royaumont.com/fondation_abbaye/formation_professionnelle.67.0.html


Peggy Baker Dance Projects' August Intensive
Peggy Baker Dance Projects is offering a week-long intensive course in August, designed for professional dancers and students enrolled in full-time dance training courses.
Following are some answers to frequently asked questions regarding the August Intensive:

1. Dance Experience/Résumé
You need to be enrolled in a professional dance training course OR currently working as a professional dancer to be eligible to participate in Peggy's Intensive.
For example, full-time training program students of The School of TDT are automatically eligible.

2. How to Enroll
You need to send a non-refundable deposit of $75.00, payable by cheque to:
Peggy Baker Dance Projects
609 Bloor Street West #300
Toronto ON M6G 1K5
With your cheque, please include all of your contact details - postal address, e-mail address, telephone number.
If someone else is writing the cheque on your behalf, please ask them to put your name in the memo line so we know who the payment is for.
The fee for the intensive is $325.00+GST, a total of $347.75.
Please note that we are not able to process credit cards - payment is by cheque or money order only.
Once you have paid your deposit, you are registered and have a spot in the class.
The remaining amount of your fee is due by July 31, 2006 - also by cheque and posted to the above address.
Please do not leave it until the first day of class to bring your final payment.
If you would like to pay the full amount up-front, that's also fine.
Receipts will be mailed when we receive your full payment.

3. Information about the Intensive
The dates are August 14-18, 2006.
Each day includes six and a half hours of studio time, focusing on the specialized training sequences of Irene Dowd, technique, repertoire and yoga.

The timetable is:
9am - 9:30am: studio open for warm-up
9:30am - 12noon: technique class with Peggy Baker
1pm - 3:30pm: repertoire with Molissa Fenley
4pm - 5:30pm: yoga with Sylvain Brochu

See below for the instructors' bios.

4. CADA Training Subsidy
Peggy Baker Dance Projects' August Intensive is eligible for training subsidy for participants who are CADA members.
CADA administers this program - please contact CADA directly for more information: cada.info@sympatico.ca .
If you have any further questions, please feel free to send them to info@peggybakerdance.com , and be sure to visit http://www.peggybakerdance.com for updates on performances and other activities.

Meredith Potter and Nova Bhattacharya
Management
Peggy Baker Dance Projects
609 Bloor Street West #300
Toronto ON M6G 1K5
Tel: 416-804-4164
Fax: 416-538-5619

Molissa Fenley
Choreographer
Molissa Fenley is a post-modern dancer and choreographer who has championed the values of pure dance and formal choreography through a rich and impressive body of work.
Born in Nevada, Fenley grew up in Nigeria and lived in Spain before returning to the U.S. where she graduated from Mills College in 1975.
She moved to New York City and formed Molissa Fenley and Dancers in 1977.
Her 26-year career of choreographing and presenting her work has developed in cycles.
During her first ten years (1977-1987) she focused on presenting group works, performed by herself and an ensemble of dancers.
In the second ten years (1987-1997) her work shifted to solo performances created in collaboration with contemporary visual artists and composers.
Now, in another cycle, she is once again exploring the dynamics of ensemble work.
Her dances have also been performed by Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company, Peggy Baker Dance Projects, Australian Dance Theatre, Ohio Ballet, Deutsche Oper Ballet of Berlin and New York City Ballet principal dancer Peter Boal among many others.
In 2003 she was commissioned by the Korea/Japan Performing Arts Exchange Association with performances in Seoul and Tokyo.
She has been honoured with two Bessies (New York Dance and Performance Awards) for her choreography.

Sylvain Brochu
Dancer and Yoga Instructor
Originally from Sherbrooke, Quebec, Sylvain Brochu is a graduate of l'Université du Québec à Montréal.
He is recognized as a master of interpretation as well as an accomplished educator.
After living in Toronto, Winnipeg, Vancouver, and Quebec City, Sylvain has made his home on the Sunshine Coast, BC, where he teaches contemporary dance and yoga.
He has worked with more than 40 choreographers and as a soloist, has a repertoire of uncommon eclecticism.
Sylvain's appearances as a dance performer are selective & are savoured with a deepened sense of thanksgiving.
His scope as a dance teacher ranges from the university program to recreational, including high schools.
His yoga practice feeds his dance, and is founded on over 20 years of exploration into the human body and movement.

Peggy Baker
Dancer and Choreographer
Regarded as one of the most outstanding dancers of her generation, Peggy Baker began her career in 1974 as a founding member of Dancemakers, was a featured dancer with the Lar Lubovitch Dance Company throughout the eighties and an inaugural member of Mark Morris and Mikhail Baryshnikov's White Oak Dance Project.
Ms Baker made her debut as a solo artist in 1990, her work distinguished from the outset by collaborations with extraordinary creators and performers.
Her repertoire is composed of her own choreography as well as works by outstanding North American choreographers.
Ms Baker has been presented at major dance venues throughout Canada, the USA, Europe and Asia.
She is the first ever Artist-in-Residence at Canada's National Ballet School in Toronto and is regarded as one of the dance world's finest teachers.
Among her many honours are two Dora Mavor Moore awards for Outstanding Performance, the Toronto Arts Council Foundation's 2002 Margo Binhardt Award, an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Calgary and the Order of Ontario.
Ms Baker was recently named to the Order of Canada.



fFIDA presents
Toronto International Dance Festival…workshops program!
8th - 19th of August, 2006
The Distillery Historic District
Part of the festival this year, fFIDA proposes 4 workshops, that celebrate a diverse range of dance.
Choose the one you will enjoy most!
· FOUR CHAMBERS dance project/ ARTERY SUMMER INTENSIVE
· SUMMER INTENSIVE / DANCE THEATRE DAVID EARLE
· LARCHAUD DANCE PROJECT WORKSHOP
· MENAKA THAKKAR WORKSHOP


FOUR CHAMBERS dance project/ ARTERY SUMMER INTENSIVE
Heidi Strauss / Darryl Tracy
JULY 31st – AUGUST 12th 2006
Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm
and evening sessions 6pm to 9pm
Winchester Theatre, 80 Winchester Street, Toronto
ARTERY is a 2-week intensive for dancers of 18 years old and over who are endeavoring to make a career for themselves in dance. The program provides a comprehensive and intensive period of study for the young dancer that will encourage them to investigate their curiosities and develop their physical and creative range. With day study and evening activities, the in-depth curriculum addresses issues related to contemporary dance and performance and provides it’s participants with some tools to initiate and further their own artistic interests.
ARTERY will involve highly physical and kinetic morning technique classes, duet studies from Four Chambers repertoire, movement development and improvisation leading to the creation of a new site-specific work to be performed at the Toronto International Dance Festival. Evening activities will include vocal workshops, discussion forums with professional artists and the community [dealing with issues of taking initiative, collaboration, training & performance, and issues affecting dance artists], excursions/lecture demonstrations, informal jams in which participants can show their own work, focused discussions, and tickets to see performances at fFIDA’s Toronto International Dance Festival.

Interested dancers must submit a CV and letter of intent. Artery will be accepting 20 dancers to the program, and will open the morning technique classes to the community. The evening discussion sessions and jams will also be opened to the larger community.
Fees: $500 + GST, for a total of $535 which includes $135 non-refundable deposit to secure placement (please write 2 checks -$135 and $400- made payable to fFIDA)
Contact for more information: artery.4cdp@ffida.org <mailto:artery.4cdp@ffida.org> – 416.323.1715


SUMMER INTENSIVE / DANCETHEATRE DAVID EARLE
AUGUST 7th – AUGUST 18th 2006
Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm
DanceMakers Centre for Creation, the Distillery Historic District
Technique, Coaching, Repertoire and Creation with some of Canada's most distinguished and admired teachers and creators.
Dancers applying to this intensive have completed some years of basic training, and are looking to experience the challenges and inspiration that David's 'pedagogical portal' can offer. The Toronto Intensive will culminate with a final performance of a new work created during the workshop as part of the fFIDA Grand Scale Event during the final week.
Fees: $500 + GST, for a total of $535 which includes $100 non-refundable deposit to secure placement (please write 2 checks -$100 and $435- made payable to fFIDA)
Contact for more information: dtdesummer@ffida.org <mailto:dtdesummer@ffida.org> - www.dtde.ca <http://www.dtde.ca/> – 519.837.2746


LARCHAUD DANCE PROJECT
Jennifer Robichaud / Jase Cozmic / Shabina Bharat / Lee Anne Charlton
AUGUST 8th- 11th 2006
Tuesday to Friday from 6pm to 8pm
DanceMakers Centre for Creation, the Distillery Historic District
By participating in Larchaud Dance Project’s newest workshop, students will take part in an intense, high-energy class where they will combine both break dance basics and contemporary skills into the distinct style known as Larchaud technique. Taught by company members, dancers will experience this unique form of partnering which has become a trademark of the company, while exploring their own creativity and style in cutting edge choreography. Workshop participants will not only be challenged physically and artistically, but will also have the chance to learn and perform Larchaud’s first work, Tango, which premiered at fFIDA 2004 as a distillery site specific.
Fee: $75 before June 20th, $125 after June 20th.
Contact for more information: larchaud@ffida.org <mailto:larchaud@ffida.org> – www.larchaud.com <http://www.larchaud.com/> - 416.504.7697


MENAKA THAKKAR
AUGUST 8th – AUGUST 11th
Tuesday to Friday from 12 to 2pm
Young Centre for the performing Art, the Distillery Historic District
Classical Indian Dance Workshop – 30-35 students
Menaka Thakkar who is an internationally renowned dancer, choreographer and teacher working in three Classical forms of Indian dance, will present a teaching workshop on the classical Indian dance style known as Bharatanatyam designed for dance students with training and coordination in Ballet or Modern.
The program is based on the model Menaka has used for the National Ballet School that consists of the following:
- Lecture/Demo: The program begins with a talk on the history of classical Indian dance in relation to western dance forms. Menaka will demonstrate the Bharatnatyam dance style with its equal emphasis on the narrative (or mimetic) and pure dance.
- Workshop: Menaka will teach the basic exercises of Indian dance to attain the movements that are unique to Bharatnatyam, followed by teaching movements that are special to Bharatnatyam. – Performance: In the final two days of workshops, Menaka will teach the students 2 dance routines from the repertoire.
Fee: $125.
Contact for more information: mthakkar@ffida.org <mailto:mthakkar@ffida.org>

No deadline for registration (except for Four Chambers, June 10th) but space is limited. First-come-first-serve.
Registration forms are available on the website www.ffida.org <http://www.ffida.org/> and have to be returned with the payment (made payable to fFIDA) at the address below.
fFIDA
Attn. Lea Rault
55 Mill Street, Bldg 74, Suite 311
Toronto, ON, M5A 3C4
For any questions or enquiries about the workshops registration, please contact Lea Rault by e-mail at administrator@ffida.org or by phone at 416.410.4291.



Ballet Creole
Professional Training Program
September to May, Dailey, full time

A Post Secondary program with training in

• Dunham Technique
• Graham Technique
• Horton Technique
• Ballecore
• African – Caribbean
  

• Afro-Cuban
• Afro-Brazilian
• Ballet
• East Indian dance
  

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Calls to Artists



Performing Arts Residencies: The Banff Centre – Banff, Alberta
Residencies between January and May 2007
Application deadline: August 11, 2006
Programs are offered in Dance, Theatre, Opera / Music Theatre, and Interdisciplinary Forms. Through this program, professional artists can utilize the unique resources of the Theatre Arts Department in developing and refining new work. Applications are accepted from individuals, groups, and companies. An important feature of this artist-driven program is the potential for access to The Banff Centre’s professional theatre facilities for studio and onstage rehearsal periods with some technical support. For program details and application procedures, visit http://www.banffcentre.ca/programs/program.aspx?id=219 .


K-zone hip hop dance competition
Want exposure for your talent?
Compete to be the best!
when: Sunday, August 27, 2006
deadline for submission: Sunday, August 20, 2006
time: 9:30-midnight
categories: solo competition and group competition

price:
$10 per person for group
$20 per person for solo

where:
International Night Market,
at Denison and Kennedy

attendees: 2000+
- Grand prize cash $500 for group
- Grand prize cash $250 for single
- best costume and best creativity award
- perform at the grand opening of Toronto International Night Market the following year
- a chance to perform in other shows and events produced by the organizers
- Competitors will also be acknowledged for community involvement
- Competitors may use K-zone Competition 2006 as community service hours, authorized by Toronto International Night Market.

download application form www.kaiyotesdance.com
Deadline registration - August 20, 2006

Submit to :
booth 110
International Night Market
(Denison and Kennedy)
- starting from August 11, 2006
or
email to kelly@kaiyotesdance.com
or
send to:
Kaiyotes Dance Inc.,
112 Mojave Cres.
Richmond Hill, ON
L4S 1R8

chq payable to Kaiyotes Dance Inc.
attn: k-zone competition



Second call for Performing Artists
The Caribou Project
Art, Spirituality and Social Justice
A project by St. Philip the Apostle Anglican Church

A unique art project is being undertaken by The Anglican Church of St. Philip the Apostle in the Bathurst / Lawrence area of Toronto.
The church is using a bequest for the selection of artists in different disciplines to create new works specifically for St. Philip the Apostle Church. The pieces will express the themes of spirituality and social justice. Chosen work may also reflect different sub-themes based on but not specific to the Anglican liturgy as listed below.

The project welcomes performing artists from all faith communities as well as performing artists with a non-faith based approach to spirituality.
This second call is for performing artists only. There was an initial call in May which attracted a strong visual art field; we are now targeting the performing arts more directly.
Art submissions can be from any performing art discipline: music, dance, theatre, spoken word, video and multi-disciplinary work that includes performing arts

• Both individual and artist collectives/companies will be considered.
• They must be from the GTA area
• If selected they must create a new original work specifically for the Caribou Project
• See below for submission details
• The deadline for submissions is Tuesday, August 1, 3 pm.
• A jury of art professionals and members of the congregation will select the work and artists will be notified in early September, 2006
• The chosen artists will discuss with the project committee the timing, final fee (including budget) for the presentation of the work

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Billets

TIDF NEEDS BILLETS!
The Toronto International Dance Festival
August 8th – 19th, 2006
Do you have any extra floor space or a comfortable couch to share for a week or so in August?

HELP AN ARTIST BEAT THE HIGH COST OF ACCOMMODATION IN TORONTO
Out-of-Town artists are coming to Toronto to perform in TIDF from as far away as USA, Colombia or Mexico.
If you can provide the lodging space for a TIDF participant, please let us know.
Artists make great house guests!!!
IF YOU CAN PROVIDE BILLETING PLEASE CONTACT US
By Phone: (416) 410-4291
Or Email: administrator@ffida.org



Dance Made in Canada is looking for billets to house artists this upcoming fall.
When: Saturday September 24th, 2006 to Sunday October 1st, 2006.
Who: Four women and one male (separate accommodationss if necessary)
How: If you are interested or would like more information please contact Meaghan at
info_pprod@sympatico.ca
416.533.8577


Native Earth Seeks Volunteers for Billets
Native Earth is seeking persons with accomodation to billett their theatre artists/guests who will be here for one week to perform in the Honouring Theatre collaboration they will present at Theatre Passe Muraille Sept. 25 to October 1, 2006.

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Space

Studio / Rehearsal Space Available
The brand-new Queen West Arts Centre at Queen and Ossington in Toronto offers multiple dance studios and rehearsal spaces by the hour, day, week or month. Rates are affordable and there are weekly and monthly discounts.
Please contact Rupal Shah at rupal@torontoyouththeatre.org for more details!


Dovercourt Penthouse Studio
The Dovercourt Penthouse Collective is a NOT-FOR-PROFIT organization that provides the Dovercourt Penthouse Studio as a place for dance events that enrich the community. The studio is maintained through “grass-roots” volunteer efforts of Dovercourt Penthouse collective members and patrons. The studio has been a hub of dance activity for the past five years providing high quality studio space for movement-based activities ranging from Alexander Technique, Capoeira, Contact Improvisation, Country Dance, Dance of the Chakras, Dance Jams, Dance Therapy, Expressive Arts, Five Rhythms Method, Modern Dance, Movement Meditation, NIA, Studio Performances, Swing, Tango, Tai Chi, and Yoga, as well as to artists rehearsing for their productions. Studio participants form a community who are bound by a love of dance and movement.

Location:
Dovercourt Penthouse
805 Dovercourt Rd
Toronto,Ontario
Studio details
- Third floor penthouse ballroom
- Sprung wood floor
- Bright and airy with eight windows
- Two blocks from Ossington Subway
- Spacious (10 meters in width and 20 meters in length, covering 200 square meters,
with a 10 meter high ceiling)
- At the back of the studio there is a kitchen with a fridge and sink
- 50 chairs
- Storage space available for long-term rentals
* Please note the Dovercourt Penthouse studio is one block away from many restaurants and stores. Long & McQuade, a popular store for renting sound and light equipment, is just around the corner and there are also several hotels within a five subway stop radius of the studio

Rental Perks
- Renters are given marketing ideas about how to promote their events, workshops or classes
- Renters can list their events on the Dovercourt Penthouse Website and monthly E-Bulletin
- Renters are provided with a dedicated bulletin board on the third floor to post their flyers and/or
posters

Rental Rates
Large Scale Events such as Parties and Performances:
- $60/hour with a discount of $5 per hour for renters whose payments arrive by the date due.
All large scale events shall be supervised and assisted by a Dovercourt Penthouse staff. The fee for staff attendance is included in the rental fee. Please also note that there are no street shoes allowed on the dance floor and guests/participants will therefore need to take off their shoes before entering the studio.

Workshops and classes with an average attendance of more than 30 people:
- $40/hour with a discount of $5 per hour for renters whose payments arrive by the date due.

Workshops and classes with an average attendance of less than 30 people:
- $35/hour with a discount of $5 per hour for renters whose payments arrive by the date due.

Emerging artist working at off-hours:
- $12/hour with a discount of $2 per hour for renters whose payments arrive by the date.
This offer is for artists, ages 19-28, who have graduated from professional dance or theatre-based training programs. "Off-hours" are 7:00am-9:00 am and 10:00pm-11:30 pm (Sunday through Thursday). This offer is subject to availability and runs only from April through to the end of September. The artist qualifying for the emerging off-hour rental must be one of the main creative leaders of the project they are rehearsing.

www.dovercourtpenthouse.com <http://www.dovercourtpenthouse.com>



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Auditions

Open call Audition - Salsa - Tango Performers
Scouting for trained males and females dancers ages 18 and up, height 5' feet to 5'7: (Jazz, or ballet, or Ballroom, or gymnastics is an asset) to perform at various venues locally and abroad (must be willing to travel).  Salsa or Argentine Tango training is an asset but not necessary. Company is willing to invest the time to develop dancers.  Please submit your resume, and head shot to: info@stricklysalsa.com <mailto:info@stricklysalsa.com>  or visit our web site www.stricklysalsa.com <http://www.stricklysalsa.com/>  for further information on our company. no phone calls please.
Deadline October 1, 2006


AUDITION: Las Gatas Entertainment
PLEASE DISTRIBUTE WIDELY ----
Las Gatas Entertainment will be auditioning new members for the troupe:
Wednesday July 26th,
8-10pm
at:
585 Production
585 Yonge St
(one block north of Wellesley subway)
We are looking for women with a dance background.
Jazz, exotic, Latin, and modern are preferred styles.
We are looking for charismatic dancers who are firey and fearless on stage.
Rehearsal commitment: Mondays and Wednesday, 8:30-10pm at 585 Production starting in September.
The audition will consist of two choreographies and a freestyle section.
We will be working with Nine Inch Nails' "Closer" and Joe Cocker's "You Can Leave Your Hat On."
Familiarity with the accents in both songs will be helpful.
We will be accessing a sexy, authoritative performance vibe.
Please come with an edgy look that you can dance in.
Dance heels are preferred but not required.

Please arrive warmed up and ready to rock.
Las Gatas Entertainment has performed in various venues; anywhere from Sick Kids fundraisers (Pussycat Dolls style) to the opening of the first Penthouse club in Canada (exotic jazz style).
Performances do NOT involve nudity.
For more information on Las Gatas, visit: http://www.lasgatasentertainment.com/
If you would like to attend this audition, RSVP (with photo if you have one) to nikola.julien@gmail.com
Nikola Julien and Sophie Luxton
Directors of Las Gatas Entertainment



Toronto Dance Theatre
Toronto Dance Theatre, under the artistic direction of Christopher House, is looking for one male company dancer and one female company dancer for their 2006/2007 season. Ideal candidates will possess strong, articulate contemporary technique, previous professional experience and be musical, imaginative and interested in the creative process. Each contract will be for a minimum of 28 weeks, beginning in October 2006.

Interested dancers should contact Company Manager Bridget Cauthery as soon as possible to discuss their qualifications.

Please refer to the website (www.tdt.org <http://www.tdt.org> ) for more information about the company's repertoire and artistic goals.

Bridget Cauthery
Company Manager
Toronto Dance Theatre
education@tdt.org <mailto:education@tdt.org>
tel: (416) 967-1365 ext 28


Casting Notice:
Talent needed for upcoming Live Event.
70's "Saturday Night Fever" Theme
Date of Event: Fri., Aug. 4
Location: Downtown Toronto

Needed:
* 30 Dancers -
70's feel and look, all ethnicities and types.
We're looking for lots of energy!
Think Disco, "Saturday Night Fever."
(Pay Rate $200 and up, depending on experience.)

* 4 Nightclub Bouncer Types -
Big Guys, Think Bridge and Tunnel, 70's Disco Bouncer Types.
(Pay Rate $200 and up depending on experience.)

Time Requirements for the event:
Fri., Aug 4
5:30 PM - 11:00 PM
(Performance is 7PM - 11PM)

Plus one possible costume / dance meeting in July
(Date T.B.D)

Please Submit Headshots (Digital pictures are also accepted) and Resumes ASAP to scott@talentgroup.com .
Although we prefer email, you can mail your photos and resumes to:
The Talent Group
2820 Smallman St.
Pittsburgh, Pa
15222
ATTN: Steve Shakoske

If you have any questions and / or need further info, please call Steve Shakoske at The Talent Group 412-471-8011.
http://www.talentgroup.com .


AUDITION
TORONTO, Ontario
CANADA
Thursday, August 31
Male and Female Singers - 10:00 AM
Dancers - 1:00 PM

O.I.P. Dance Centre
190 Richmond Street E.,
2nd floor
Toronto Ontario,
M5A 1P1

Please arrive 1 hour early for registration and for singers to learn audition music.
Singers bring a CD walkman for callback purposes.
Dancers please wear comfortable shoes, NO HEELS.
VISIT OUR website, http://www.STILETTOEntertainment.com often for AUDITION site updates.

Lot's more auditions will be added throughout the next few weeks, so...
Visit often for updated audition listings, including maps, directions and more.
on line at http://www.STILETTOEntertainment.com

CASTING OVER 300 PERFORMERS IN 2006
Our website has the most complete and constantly updated audition information including map links directly to each site.
We'll also send email messages reminding you of the cities and times and any additional sites that open up.
We hope you can join one of the many upcoming casts preparing for rehearsals in the new year.
With the entire fleet of Luxury Holland America ships, we've got casting opportunities for over 300 experienced, talented singers and dancers with a worldwide variety of destinations including European itineraries, exotic ports of call right up to the annual World Cruise.

ON GOING CASTING
Casting is an ongoing process, we have a different ship in rehearsals each month.
If you've auditioned for us in the past and are on our 'hire list' don't despair.
We are continually auditioning and casting for the entire fleet of Holland America Line ships.
So stay in touch with us and we will look forward to getting you out on one of our fantastic casts.
STILETTO Entertainment casts over 300 professional, talented performers each year for six-month contracts aboard the 5-Star luxury cruise ships of Holland America Line.
For any openings in the near and far future, if you are a cruise ship veteran with Holland America or another cruise line or an experienced singer or dancer and you are interested in an opportunity working with Holland America Line, please email our casting supervisors Kim Kvarfordt, James Nadeau at the following e-mail addresses;

kkvarfordt@stilettoentertainment.com (Dancers)
or
jnadeau@stilettoentertainment.com (Singers)

If you have already indicated your interest don't be afraid to remind us again.
A few things to remember:
You must be 18 or older to work on Holland America Line cruise ships
If you are not a US or Canadian citizen you will need a C1D visa to work on board the Holland America Line ships.
All contracts are a full six months at sea, so your calendar has to be clear of weddings, graduations or birthdays you plan to attend. (cause you won't be able to leave the ship for the weekend.)
You'll need a PASSPORT.
If you don't already have a PASSPORT, go ahead and apply for one.
You need it to work on a cruise ship and if we call you with a job offer, one of the first things we ask for is your passport number.
So get one!
They last for 10 years so you'll have it no matter when you go.
We look forward to seeing you at one of our up-coming auditions ... if you can't make it, be sure to visit our website, http://www.STILETTOEntertainment.com to review the guidelines on submitting a DVD/Videotape submission (DVD is preferred ).

Please remember, we will ALWAYS prefer a LIVE audition to a DVD/Video submission.
And while you're there check out "Life At Sea" section where all questions about ship life are answered.
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STILETTO Entertainment
Casting Dept.
PO Box 45348
Los Angeles, CA
90045
Audition Hotline (310) 957-5757 x 412
Casting Office (310) 957-5757 x 218 and 209
For more audition information, call our hotline at (310) 957-5757 ext. 412 or visit our website at: http://www.STILETTOENTERTAINMENT.com
An Equal opportunity employer.
Union and Non-Union may apply.


***AUDITION***
O.I.P. Dance Centre is having Auditions for our first pre-professional and semi-professional dance companies.
The O.I.P. Dance Company is for dancers who are looking to train and perform with a highly dedicated and talented group of dancers.
O.I.P. Dance Centre
Project: O.I.P. Dance Company
Audition Date: Saturday July 29th 2006
Location:
O.I.P. Dance Centre
190 Richmond St E.
Toronto ON.

Notes:
Please, bring picture and resume the day of the audition and be prepared to learn choreography.
Find all the detailed information attached to this email!

O.I.P. DANCE COMPANY
What is the O.I.P. Dance Company?
O.I.P. Dance Company
The O.I.P. Dance Company is a semi-professional dance company for dancers who are looking to train and perform with a highly dedicated and talented group of dancers.
It is designed for those dancers who may be graduating from their community dance studio, or who are looking to gain valuable skills while working toward a professional career in dance.

O.I.P. Youth Dance Company
The youth company is a pre-professional dance company for dancers ages 9 and over who are looking for an elite group of youth to train and perform with.
These dancers will receive high quality training and learn skills of commitment and dedication while working with dancers from various communities in the GTA.
All O.I.P. Dance Company members are encouraged to continue training in other classes and are welcome to continue attending their own dance studio in addition to the O.I.P. Dance Company.


BALLET ESPRESSIVO AUDITIONS
Open auditions. Male and female ballet dancers wanted. Please inquire at 647-294-0784 and we will arrange an audition date.
Many thanks,
Donna Greenberg
Artistic Director/Choreographer/Teacher
Ballet Espressivo


CASTING UPCOMING SHOW IN TORONTO
Dancers who can sing.
Dancers who are strong in Jazz, lyrical, hip hop, and pointe.
Acrobatics or breakers would be an asset.
18 and up only please....

Any interest or questions concerning the show or AVAILABLE AUDITION TIME & DATES...
Please Contact: viviantesler@hotmail.com
If you would like to know more about me, check out my website!
www.viviantesler.com

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Jobs

Program Officer, Dance Section
Term:   Indeterminate
Salary scale:   $ 55,045 to $ 66,840 (under review)
This posting may be used to fill other indeterminate vacancies within the next months.

Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Head, Dance Section, manages programs of operating and project assistance for individual artists, arts groups, and/or arts organizations in creation and production; initiates and contributes to the development of policies for the Council; provides information services and support to the artistic community; works to ensure access for professional Canadian artists and arts organizations to Council programs and services; anticipates and responds to the developmental needs of the arts practice; and performs other related duties.

Major Responsibilities
• Manages programs of operating and project assistance for individual artists, arts groups, and/or arts organizations in creation and production.
• Initiates and contributes to the development of policies for the Council.
• Provides information services and support to the artistic community.
• Works to ensure access for all professional Canadian artists and arts organizations to Council programs and services.
• Performs other related duties.

Knowledge and skills
The incumbent must possess a working knowledge of the history and current status of the arts and most notably in the field of dance in Canada.  Such knowledge is normally acquired through completion of a university degree or equivalent professional practice in the field. A working knowledge of the mandate of the Canada Council and the policies and regulations related to the administration of the funding of artistic activities is desirable. Knowledge of the diversity of cultural practices in Canada, including non-Western forms and Aboriginal Peoples' arts practices is also desirable.  A sensitivity to their distinct value and the contribution that they make to the artistic and cultural life in Canada is essential.  Knowledge of the mandates and programs of other national, provincial, and local funding programs and organizations and the administrative and management practices in the relevant arts field would be beneficial.  The incumbent must possess skills in effective and responsible management of program budgets to maximize the available resources.  To build strong and effective working relationships, strong oral communication and writing skills are needed, as well as strong team working skills to clearly, effectively, and tactfully communicate with clients, juries, and colleagues at the Council and in other organizations.  Skills in the areas of analysis of financial data, project expenses, and financial statements from applicants are also required.  Time and priority management skills are essential. The incumbent must have the ability to anticipate problems and to show leadership in identifying and responding to issues.  S/he must be able to use new office technologies to increase work efficiency and to be able to work when required without support staff.  The ability to adapt and take on new program responsibilities is also required to ensure that the workload of the section and the Council is balanced.

Experience
The incumbent must have an understanding of the interrelationships and the complexities of the artistic milieu, including the organizations and institutions within the discipline.  Understanding is normally acquired through up to five years' experience within the discipline and experience directly related to the principal responsibilities of the position.  Some supervisory experience is an asset.

Working environment and travel
The normal working environment is an office where much of the work is done in front of a personal computer and on the telephone.  In addition, the incumbent is required to travel between 60 and 80 days per year.  Due to the highly irregular working hours and the need to coordinate travel plans for outreach activities, the incumbent, in consultation with the Head of Section, must plan a monthly work schedule to maximize his or her time and to minimize administrative costs.

Language requirements
This position requires the use of both official languages.  The requirements in the second official language are:
• speaking:  intermediate level
• reading comprehension:  intermediate level
• writing:  not required

Please submit applications to Rachelle Malone, Human Resources no later than July 20th, 2006 quoting competition number 3206.  For more information or for a complete job profile, please contact Rachelle Malone at (613) 566-4414 ext. 4114 or by e-mail at competition@canadacouncil.ca.  All applications can also be sent by fax to (613) 566-4323.  The Employment Application Form must be completed and submitted in order to be considered for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Canada Council for the Arts is committed to employment equity.
For a full job description and employment application form, please visit http://www.canadacouncil.ca/aboutus/employment/az127954535495133630.htm .  The closing date for this competition is July 20, 2006.



Artistic Director
Crow’s Theatre – Toronto, Ontario
Crow’s Theatre is a Toronto-based theatre company that focuses on the development, support, production, and touring of new plays that question accepted truths about our history, our times and the communities in which we live. Crow’s Theatre strives to stimulate, entertain, and challenge audiences in Toronto and across Canada.

Artistic Duties
1. Oversee artistic operations of the company in accordance with its bylaws, mandate and the shared artistic visions of the board and staff.
2. Choose projects and allocate resources appropriately with the input of the General Manager.
3. Direct all productions unless otherwise negotiated with the board of directors in consultation with the General Manager.
4. Search for new creators of work that fulfills and/or builds upon our mandate thereby expanding the company’s network and repertory.
5. Casting of projects and hiring of creative staff including but not limited to designers, production managers, actors, musicians, and stage managers.
6. Originate new programs and/or projects that are appropriate to the mandate and the artistic vision. Expand and/or develop our service to the audience, artists and community.
7. The Artistic Director will be expected to serve on committees and panels, as well as engage in teaching and mentoring experiences with emerging artists in the community.
8. Attend conferences, community events, performances and work outside traditional office hours as required to understand the ecology of the theatre scene in its broadest sense.

Management Duties
1. Plan productions and tours in coordination with the General Manager. Determine appropriate schedules and locations and partners for productions
2. Work with General Manager and Board to plan seasons within the confines of financial realities.
3. Work as a Producer with the General Manager in order to find a flexible and individual path for each project in order to reach the intended audience.
4. Find funding for projects with the General Manager through annual operating grants to Arts Councils, Foundations, Fundraising, Co-productions, tours and other initiatives.
5. Report to the Board of Directors on all aspects of the company’s activities.
6. Set measurable and attainable goals for the company with the General Manager and Board and take responsibility for achieving these goals.
7. Take an active role in creating and maintaining relationships with sponsors, donors and councils.
8. Develop relationships with Presenters, Venues, Theatres and potential partners in Canada and Abroad.
9. Work with Publicist and General Manager on Publicity Strategy.
10. Work with General Manager and volunteers in the running of monthly Charity Bingo sessions.

Skill Requirements:
1. Demonstrated record of professional theatre experience and an understanding of and commitment to the provision and application of performing arts activities.
2. Demonstrated experience in developing, delivering, and evaluating an annual program of performing arts activities – workshops, projects, readings, and productions.
3. A high standard of verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with artists, artworkers, industry peers, media, government and non-government bodies and a range of stakeholders and audiences.
4. Demonstrated experience in planning for and the writing of funding and sponsorship applications, reports and general correspondence.
5. Computer literacy is essential. Familiarization with an Apple computing environment is desirable. Demonstrated experience in the use of Microsoft Office applications. Adobe Photoshop and Filemaker Pro are also desirable.
6. Demonstrated high-level project and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
7. Demonstrated ability to lead and work as part of both artistic and non-artistic teams and to liaise effectively with colleagues and across the wider arts communities.
8. Well-connected/ with personal network of senior theatre workers.

Submissions:  Please send your resume and contact information along with the following:

• Letter of Interest
• Portfolio and other relevant support materials
• 3 References from arts professionals – contact information only.
  

• Find and Build props for the Theatre Orangeville shows
• Set carpentry
• Clean up and general maintenance of theatre and shop
• Loading sets in and out of Theatre building and setting them up
  

• Basic scenic painting (base-coating and flat colours)
• Running Theatre Orangeville Shows
  Running shows for user groups, and phoning said user groups for technical information
• Opening and closing the Theatre Building when it is needed
• Hanging and focusing lights and light walking
• (More specific tasks will be assigned depending on the skills and interests of the candidate)
  

• Running Theatre Orangeville shows
• Running shows for user groups, and phoning said user groups for technical information
• Opening and closing the theatre building when it is needed
• Major set carpentry
• Basic scenic painting (base-coating and flat colours)
• Hanging and focusing lights
• Sound recording and effects, sourcing, manipulation and transfer to appropriate medium
• Some props sourcing and building
• Loading sets in and out of Theatre building and setting them up
• Clean up and general maintenance of theatre, shop, prop and paint areas.
• (More specific tasks will be assigned depending on the skills and interests of the candidate)
  

• Apprentice Director
• Apprentice Set Designer
• Apprentice Costume Designer
• Apprentice Lighting Designer
• Apprentice Production Manager
• Apprentice Dramaturg (this position will also include working with Nightswimming, CanStage and others)
  

• You are a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant
• You are, or identify yourself as, a member of the African Diaspora
• You are a committed individual who is actively pursuing a professional career in the theatre
• You have some degree of experience at the community level, in an educational
  

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Upcoming Grant Deadlines

Laidlaw Foundation -
After a period of reviewing and restructuring their Performing Arts Programme, the Laidlaw Foundation has now release their new arts funding program to the public.
Please go to the Laidlaw Foundation website for program information.
www.laidlawfdn.org

Ontario Arts Council –
Aboriginal Arts Projects- September 15 2006
Compass - September 15
Multi-Arts Projects - October 2 2006
Dance Initiatives - October 2 2006
Arts Education Projects - October 2 2006
Music Commissioning - October 2 2006
Touring and Collaborations - October 2 2006
Travel Assistance - Ongoing, October 2005 to February 2006 (Applications must be received by the OAC no less than four weeks prior to planned travel)
www.arts.on.ca

Canada Council for the Arts -
Equity: Capacity Building Program for Culturally Diverse Arts Organizations - September 1 2006
Residencies and Commissioning of Canadian Composers - September 15 2006
The Dance Flying Squad I - October 1, 2006
Travel Grants to Dance Professionals - Any time (at least 8 weeks prior to departure date)
Audience and Market Development Travel Assistance – Anytime (at least 6 weeks prior to departure date)
www.canadacouncil.ca

Toronto Arts Council
Dance Projects 1 - August 1 2006 (for projects commencing after November 1)
www.torontoartscouncil.org

Metcalf Foundation
Strategic Initiatives - September 25, 2006 (for letters of interest)
www.metcalffoundation.com

Canadian Heritage
Arts Presentation Canada - September 30 2006
Canadian Arts and Heritage Sustainability Program
- Stabilization Projects - No deadline
- Networking Initiatives – No deadline
www.pch.gc.ca

City of Toronto
www.toronto.ca

Ontario Trillium Foundation
www.trilliumfoundation.org

Department of Foreign Affairs & International Trade
International Touring Project - August 1 2006
Special Projects - August 1 2006
Canadian Festivals/Conferences - August 1 2006
www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca


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