Welcome to DUO's Bi Monthly E-Newsletter

May 2008 Volume 1

In this Issue:

International Dance Day 2008
Announcements
Classes & Workshops
Calls to Artists
Call for Volunteers
Space
Auditions
Jobs
Grant Deadlines
Archives

International Dance Day 2008
Dance in Dundas Square huge success!
DUO’s 2nd annual celebration in Yonge-Dundas Square entertained thousands
April 27, 1 to 5pm, Yonge-Dundas Square
www.danceumbrella.net/idd.htm

The Dance Umbrella of Ontario (DUO) is proud of the success of our 2nd annual Dance in Dundas Square, which brought together an array of Toronto-based dance companies and dancers who performed for FREE in Yonge-Dundas Square in celebration of International Dance Day 2008. DUO would like to thank all of the artists who donated their time to put together this great event!

Artists included Street Dance Academy, City Dance Corps, COBA Collective of Black Artists, Sampradaya Dance Creations, Thrill the World, Kate Franklin and Susan Lee, Project Sugar Dance Company, rad - random acts of dance, F.A.M., Jennifer Hicks (Nia instructor), Vivace Studios, Give me Brilliance, and the Toronto District School Board Dance Collective.

DUO would also like to thank emcee Sashar Zarif, Artistic Director of Sashar Zarif Dance Theatre and Dancers for Peace (www.sashardance.com)

Our event concluded with a prize draw for lucky audience members for two pairs of tickets to Stars of the 21st Century! (www.starsofthe21stcentury.com)

Though DUO has already thrown an International Dance Day 2008 celebration, International Dance Day is actually Tuesday April 29th, 2008, and we encourage one and all to celebrate this day in their own special way!

Events taking place on April 29th include:

DANCE ONTARIO YOUTH BOARD (DOYB) celebrates International Dance Day at Pearson International Airport in erminal 1 at Canada Arrivals from 5pm - 9 pm and will feature Arabesque Allspice, Keiko & Dancers, Toronto Chinese Dance Company, O'Neill Collegiate Performing Arts, The Dance Place, YMI Dancing, Lana Der Bedrossian, AX-S Dance, Rajka Kupesic School of Classical Ballet and Octamerous.

Bloorview Children's Rehab Centre will see a one-hour morning performance featuring Dance Ontario commissioned artists, AKA Dance, Keiko & Company and guest artists from the Toronto Chinese Dance Group.

Stand Up Dance (Meagan O'Shea) goes off-line and takes to streets. Look for the Dance Like No One Is Watching: a silent uprising project on the streets of Toronto on Tuesday April 29th at noon hour and after work. Check www.standupdance.com for more details.

Gore Bay Ballet School Dance-A-Thon (Ballet - Social Dancing & Tai Chi) Gore Bay. Orangeville Town Council has declared a proclamation in support of IDD :dance event will take place in front of the town hall and theatre.

The 27th annual International Dance Day is a UNESCO designated day for celebrating dance and dance artists. The message from UNESCO this year - written by Gladys Faith Agulhas – imparts to us that dance is for everyone, no matter your abilities, and it can be used to heal and unify communities. We encourage all of Toronto to participate in Dance Day festivities.

Dance Umbrella of Ontario (DUO) is a not-for-profit arts administration organization. DUO would like to thank the Ontario Trillium Foundation and the George Cedric Metcalf Charitable Foundation for their generous support to dance animation activities. Also we would like to thank Jessa Agilo-Copeland, Rosslyn Jacob-Edwards, Alexis Da-Silva Powell, Robin Dutt, Katarina Rajkovic, and Heather Saum in their assistance in organizing this event.

Announcements

DUO announces new video blog on the www.dancepassport.ca website!
DUO has created a video blog for Toronto dance enthusiasts. It will cover all kinds of dance related events and topics, and there will be new posts daily, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays).

Check it out!
www.dancepassport.ca

If you have any comments or suggestions email Jessica at jessica@danceumbrella.net




Free consultation assessment of body balance and alignment for dancers

Matvey Kipershtein BA, RMT, Osteopathy (current study) offers
Free consultation and complete assessment of body balance and alignment for dancers.

Matvey specialises in massage therapy based on Osteopathic approach. The treatments are aimed at restoring the natural balance of the body and assisting the body heal itself.
Matvey would like to support dancers’ health by offering them a free consultation and assessment.

AKUKLINIK – Yorkville Centre for Integrated Health
Located at: 30A Hazelton Avenue - Suite 100, Toronto M5R 2E2

To schedule your free consultation contact:
Matvey Kipershtein BA, RMT, Osteopathy (current study)
Cell: 416-550-0143
E-mail: info@balancefacilitator.com

For more information please visit:
http://www.balancefacilitator.com

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Classes & Workshops

VIVACE STUDIOS school of visual & performing arts Presents
Dance & Art Summer Camp for kids!

This camp will give children an opportunity to explore exciting new worlds through Dance and Art. Each dance workshop will include a 40-min dance lesson followed by a 10-min break and a 40-minute choreography session. The second half of the day will include a 10-min break and a 1∏ hr of visual arts program.

Discovering Culture Through Movement & Art

4 ONE-WEEK SESSIONS:

July 7th -11th - Mosaics
July 14th - 18th - Mask Making
July 21st - 25th - Batik
July 28th - Aug 1st 2008 – Sculpture

Half Day 1pm – 4pm
Designed for children 7 – 12 years
$200 (includes GST & materials)
15 children maximum

For registration or for more information, please contact the studio at 416-762-9100 or e-mail us at info@vivacestudios.ca or for details about our school at www.vivacestudios.ca

Kind regards,

Joanne Camilleri
Artistic Director
Vivace Studios



Coleman Lemieux Compagnie...will be hosting a Summer Dance, at the Citadel
August 4-15th 2008
$600

CLC Faculty: Bill Coleman, Laurence Lemieux, Kenny Pearl, and Michael Sean Marye
Featuring: technique, performance, coaching, and repertoire by James Kudelka
Scholarship opportunities may be available.

For application and information... 647-724-3977
514-907-9842
info@colemanlemieux.com

http://www.colemanlemieux.com




PEGGY BAKER DANCE PROJECTS'
August Intensive
August 11 - 15, 2008
at Canada's National Ballet School, Toronto

This workshop is designed for professional dancers and students from full-time dance training programs. Each day includes 6 and a half hours of studio time: mornings
focus on physical practice including Pilates and technique, afternoons focus on creative practice, and each day concludes with a yoga class.
This year, participants need to bring 3 - 6 minutes of solo choreography to be used as the raw material for exploring a wide range of powerful rehearsal techniques.

Faculty:
Peggy Baker / contemporary technique and creative practice
Sylvain Brochu / yoga
Sahara Morimoto / Pilates

Fee: $325+GST
Class limited to 25 registrants
Information and registration: info@peggybakerdance.com / 416-538-4436



Summer Intensive
Desiraeda Dance Theatre is co-hosting a Pre-Professional Summer Intensive with Metro Movement Dance Studio from July 28th- August 1st, 2008. The workshop is for ages 15yrs and up. Classes include Ballet, Modern, Body Conditioning, Jazz, Musical Theatre, and Desiraeda Choreography (please see attached brochure or visit our website at www.desiraeda.com <http://www.desiraeda.com/> for further information).
Please include this in the Dance Umbrella newsletter. Thank you!

Best Regards,

Niki Wozniak
Desiraeda Dance Theatre
Artistic Director
647.200.5025
info@desiraeda.com
www.desiraeda.com <http://www.desiraeda.com/>







CAREER WORKSHOP SERIES FOR ARTISTS
Personal Development as Professional Development

Who are these workshops for? People in all kinds of creative fields who are in flux, in a rut, or looking for a boost as they find a way to do their art and live well.

What will participants gain from attending? A clearer vision of their ideal creative life. A plan to take practical steps to get closer to their vision. New ideas. Information about supportive resources. Support and inspiration from other creative people.

Attend all workshops or choose one or two.

(1) Clarifying Your Priorities & Vision -- Saturday, May 10th, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.

This session will help you make the most of your creative career ambitions by encouraging you to imagine your ideal life. We will explore how to design a life that supports your creative and practical needs. Discussion topics will include setting clear priorities, what to do about the "fuzzy" parts of your vision, tackling timelines, and breaking big projects into manageable steps.

(2) From Vision to Reality -- Saturday May 24th, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.

This workshop examines the practical necessities for turning your career vision into reality. We will delve into your current resources and potential obstacles with particular attention to the often-elusive "time" and "money" and the sometimes frightful but often necessary "business skills". Topics for exploration include how to meet both creative needs and daily living needs, weathering financial uncertainty, and identifying resources to help you with the business side of life as an artist.

(3) Effective Support Systems -- Saturday May 31st, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Build effective support systems for your creative career path. In this session, you will consider what types of support are most useful for you given your personality and your needs and resources. Discussion will explore interpersonal and organizational supports, how to nurture and protect your projects while seeking helpful feedback, and a variety of supportive practices that can help you direct your energy into your creative endeavours.

Registration: $35 per workshop, $30 for students. A $10 deposit is required, per workshop, to hold your spot. Space is limited to 10 people per session. For the first
workshop on May 10th, please register by May 1st. Contact: anne@annecarbert.ca <#> or 647-378-1325.

Location: Centre for Social Innovation, 215 Spadina Avenue (south of Dundas)

Facilitator: Anne Carbert, Career Counsellor & Transition Coach. Anne has a private career counselling practice in Toronto and specializes in supporting artists, activists, and people on unconventional career paths.

See www.annecarbert.ca <http://www.annecarbert.ca/> for more information.





***Reggae and Hip-Hop***
Experience something new, and exciting.

Hope to see you, and your friend, plus your friends, friends there.

***Don't miss out. Register Today.***

Two Workshops on the same day.
With a cardio based warm up, a routine not to be missed and a special performance at the end of the workshop by some fierce ladies.

***Cost at the door***
$15 for one workshop
$30 for both workshops

***Discounted cost***
$12 for one workshop; and, $24 for both workshops if you register before April 19th, 2008
**To register please email Kayanndance@live.ca with your name and number, please state how many workshops you plan on attending.**
$5 per person for groups of 5 or more (Dance groups - this is a great discount, take advantage of this one)
***The group discount is per workshop***

$10 per workshop if you bring a friend; your friend also gets in for $10 per workshop.

***Performers***
Kay-Ann
Gigi
Esie Mensah
Shameka Blake
Ashley Brodeur
Myrosia B

***Time***
Reggae 3:30pm-5pm
Hip-Hop 5pm-6:20pm





Steps Dance Studio Inc.
Toronto, ON

Steps Dance Studio offers Salsa and Latin Dance classes for adults, teens and children. Our goal is to provide a rewarding and fun learning experience for all of our students. Our patient
and dedicated instructors, under the direction of Jennifer Aucoin, will teach you proper technique, excellent leading and following skills and musicality in a challenging, yet encouraging
environment. We want you to be able to dance anywhere, with anyone, with confidence and to leave your class and the dance floor feeling great!

Steps above the rest…
* A dance syllabus that is progressive, comprehensive and effective.
* A learning environment that is encouraging, fulfilling and fun.
* Instructors that are patient, dedicated and passionate about dancing and teaching.
* Dance training for both the recreational dancer as well as the aspiring professional dancer.

Email: jennifer@stepsdancestudio.com
Website: http://www.stepsdancestudio.com
facebook Group http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=5826047494

Steps Dance Studio
1643 Dufferin St.,
2nd floor
Toronto, ON

SALSA BEGINNER 1
Tuesdays 7-8pm: April 29 - June 17
Thursdays 8-9pm: May 29 - July 17

MAMBO COMBO CHALLENGE
Mondays 9-10pm: April 28 - June 23

REGGAETON
Tuesdays 6-7pm: April 29 - June 17

Tuesdays:
open drop-in classes at Babalúu Nightclub
136 Yorkville Avenue
($10 per class)
7:30-8:30pm Beginner Salsa
8:30-9:30pm Intermediate Salsa

BRAZILIAN SAMBA
Wednesdays 8-9pm: April 30 - June 18

Ladies Choreography Class
Wednesdays 9-10pm: March 26 - June 11

THURSDAY WORKSHOPS @ 9-10pm:
Bachata Bootcamp (May 1-29)
Salsa on 2 Fundamentals (June 5-26)

... plus many more classes, workshops, special events, and parties! Check out the website at http://www.stepsdancestudio.com



Re-Education of the Body
A four day intensive workshop with Barbara Mahler
May 30 - June 2, 2008

For more information, and to register please email: info@publicrecordings.org

INTENSIVE WORKSHOP WITH BARBARA MAHLER
Public Recordings and Megan English are pleased to offer:

RE-EDUCATION OF THE BODY
A FOUR-DAY INTENSIVE WORKSHOP WITH BARBARA MAHLER (NYC)

MAY 30 - JUNE 2
10AM - 3PM daily (including a lunch break)

The intensive will take place at Toronto Dance Theatre, 80 Winchester Street

$250
Early Bird Rate: $200 – registration before April 20
TO REGISTER, please email info@publicrecordings.org and send a cheque or money order for $100 (non-refundable deposit) to:
Public Recordings
c/o Megan English
Unit 200 - 2480 Dundas St. W Toronto, Ontario M6P 1W9

For additional information please call Megan at: 416-554-5112

RE-EDUCATION OF THE BODY – Klein/Mahler Technique

This intensive workshop is based on a dance/movement technique that provides the underpinnings to support all styles of dance technique and improvisation. The purpose of the work/class is to re-educate one's body with an interweaving of theory and practice on a physical and organic level. The result is clarity and sureness of movement, and a new level of understanding the innate intelligence of the body. A body of work, it is also a way for dancers to be treated, respected, and to be seen as individuals. The class is open to all levels, dancers and non-dancers alike.

BARBARA MAHLER has taught daily classes for 27 years plus, educating and teaching (with, and inspired by, Susan Klein) a generation of dancers. She is a widely respected dance teacher
and choreographer, very active in the development contemporary dance technique. Essentially self-taught, she brings to her classes the perspective, understanding and experience of working
on her own movement re-education. Barbara was a Movement Research artist in residence for the 2000-01 season, is for the 2006-08 season, is an adjunct faculty at Hunter College, NYC, and is on the artist advisory board of BAX, and a recent MFA graduate at from UWM. Barbara also maintains a private practice in Zero Balancing and other hands on healing modalities.

KLIEN/MAHLER TECHNIQUE
The main thrust of the work is for dancers to find their own essence, their own identity and integrity and take that into movement. In order to do that we work at the level of the bone,
not the traditional level of the muscles. Klein Technique is not a release technique in that our goal is not to release, but to move. In order to move most efficiently it is necessary to
release or let go of the muscles that hold us back from moving and fix the body into a set and locked configuration. We aim at releasing the muscles so we can get down to the deepest tissue, the bone, where we can learn to move from the true essence of our individual nature. When the bones are aligned we become connected, we become powerful and strong. The body becomes efficient and alive, and injuries often heal. We align the bones by using the muscles most responsible for the transfer of forces through the body - the psoas, the hamstrings, the external rotators, and the pelvic floor. We do not work to “exercise” these muscle but rather to “wake them up”; to use them for support for and realignment of the bones. We work, and teach, for the body to be elastic, responsive, open to choices, and expressive. Movement, and the treatment of each individual student’s body, mind and spirit with kindness, respect and generosity is our ultimate goal. And finally and most importantly, the body does not exist alone but in connection to the ground, the space, and to others.

“Mahler, a noted teacher, views dance training as a voyage of self-discovery. Barbara Mahler roots her choreography in distillation, as if she aims to extract the essence of her ideas, making them calmer and purer.” (Village Voice 2007)





* Flash * Dance
Learn how to move for the camera. Make your time with a photographer incredible. Pictures last forever.

Full day workshop with photographer Simon Buchan (Assistant to Cylla von Tiedemann for 5 years) and, Choreographer Miranda Abbott (Event Horizon Dance)

Workshop Schedule
1hr class/warm up
1hr tutorial about dance photography
1/2hr shoot per student
2 pictures (1 headshot, 1 Dance shot)

Sunday, May 4, 2008
10:00am to 5:00pm

Price: $275
buchan.simon@gmail.com
416-939-3057
*Seven spaces are available per workshop, students after the first seven will go on a waiting list*





Desiraeda Dance Theatre Open Company Class: Sunday, May 11th
Desiraeda Dance Theatre will be holding Open Company Class on Sunday, May 11th from 1-2:30pm.

This contemporary ballet-based class will be taught by Marq Frerichs and accompanied by percussionist Chris O'Neil of Drum Cafe.

Mr. Frerichs has over 20 years of experience as a professional dancer and teacher. He began his training at the National Ballet School, going on to work with the Desrosiers Dance Theatre, Cas Public, Celine Dion, and Cirque du Soleil.

Location: Gotta Dance (Jane and Dundas; 3581B Dundas St. West)
Time: Studio opens at 12:30pm; Class runs 1-2:30pm
Price: $10
We look forward to seeing you there!
Best Regards,

Niki Wozniak
Desiraeda Dance Theatre
Artistic Director

info@desiraeda.com
http://www.desiraeda.com
647-200-5025


GroovyBluesyJazzyFunky
NEW MAY CLASSES – TUESDAY NIGHTS, MAY 6-27

6:30-7:30 p.m.:
Tuck “U” - Tuck Turn technique, styling, and variations.
(Must have completed Six Pillars or similar)

7:30-8:30 p.m.
Six Pillars of West Coast (Beginner)
- An introduction to the basic concepts and patterns of West Coast Swing.
No experience required!

Each Series is four weeks/four classes: $50 per person
(Students may repeat the Beginners series as often as they like for half price: $25)

8:30-10:30 p.m.
Weekly West Coast Swing ‘Meetup’ (practice)
- *FREE* for current students or $5.00 per person for drop-ins.

BYOWB – Bring Your Own Water Bottle, please! Less styrofoam for the planet…..

Dovercourt House, 2nd Floor
805 Dovercourt Road (west of Ossington, north of Bloor)

Julie Epplett
GroovyBluesyJazzyFunky
Phone: 416-920-0394
Cell: 416-929-8007
julie.epplett@sympatico.ca
http://www.TOWestCoast.com



PHYSICAL THEATRE FOR THE 21st CENTURY
Intensive workshop for theatre and dance professionals
JUNE 2-6, 2008
TORONTO, CANADA

This intensive workshop is a fantastic opportunity to study with some of the most innovative teachers and creators working in the area of physical theatre today. The focus is an approach to
theatre that gives the 'intelligence' of physicality a more substantial position in performance training and creation.

Morning Classes
Voicework, Sound Shaping, Salsa Dance for Performers, Contact Improvisation

Afternoon Creation Workshops
Compositional Improvisation, Devised Physical Theatre, Martial Arts for Theatre

Facilitators
Katherine Duncanson, Tatiana Jennings, Paul de Jong, Pam Johnson, Richard Lee, Miko Sobreira, Karin Randoja, Ker Wells

FOR: Theatre and Dance professionals (new and experienced) with a solid foundation and keen interest in physicality in performance.

Dates: June 2-6, 2008
Time: 9:30am - 5:00pm
Location: Tapestry/Nightwood Studio, The Distillery, 55 Mill
Street, The Cannery Bldg., Ste 316, Toronto

Cost: $325
Early registration: $285, by May 1
New professional rate: $250 by May 15 (5 years or less out of theatre or dance training)
For detailed information and registration: http://www.physicaltheatre.ca OR info@physicaltheatre.ca
NOTE: Registration is limited and preference will be given to participants taking the entire workshop.




Dance and Movement Expressive Arts Workshop
Facilitated by: Kathleen Rea (REAson d'etre productions)
Location: ISIS-Canada Studio, 66 Gerrard Streeet East, Toronto, ON

Contact Info
Phone: 416-545-1515
Email: dance@kathleenrea.com

Saturday, May 10, 10:00am - 5:00 PM
Sunday, May 11, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fee: $80

Registration is required as the workshop is limited to 14 people
In this dance based workshop each participant, through an interdisciplinary approach involving dance, poetry, voice, theatre and painting will explore and expand their expressive
movement. Dance skill or experience is not needed. All art supplies are provided.

Facilitated by Kathleen Rea

Kathleen Rea has a Master's degree in Expressive Arts from EGS and ISIS-Canada. She has a private practice and works as an arts-therapist at various agencies in the Toronto area.
Kathleen's career in dance (National Ballet Company of Canada,Tiroler Landestheatre) and choreography inspires her use of the body and its movements in her work as a therapist.

Knowing through the Arts 2008 Workshop Series produced by ISIS-Canada and REAson d'etre productions




UPCOMING COBA EVENTS - free classes performances

Dear COBA parents, students and supporters:

Please note that we have recently moved our studios to a new location:

2444 Bloor St. West,
2nd Floor
1/2 block west of Jane Bloor

PLEASE MARK THESE UPCOMING EVENTS IN YOUR CALENDAR AND BE SURE TO BE THERE...

Mon May 8
6:00-7:30PM
Adult Open-level West African dance classes at COBA Studios Spring session begins May 5 and runs eight Mondays to June 30 The primary training method to be used is A-FEEREE, developed by COBA's Artistic Director, BaKari E. Lindsay to help condition your body to navigate the aesthetics of African and African Diasporic dances.
$96 for 8 weeks or $15 drop-in

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL
COBA, Collective of Black Artists
2444 Bloor St. W., 2nd floor
Toronto, ON
M6S 1R2
Tel: 416-658-3111
http://www.cobainc.com



Happy Spring precious woman!
Now that the flowers are budding and blossoming, this is a perfect time to invite more flow and joy into your body, heart and mind.

Now is the perfect time to connect with your own blossoming in a great community of women.

DANCE OUR WAY HOME (TM) is the perfect place to do just that.

Please join me for some sweet and life-affirming adventures into your female self, drawing on the embodied and healing arts of free-style movement, guided imagery, relaxation and ritual, in a
container of safe and welcoming space just for women.

Come join the tribal circle. Come boogie, laugh and pray. Come to DOWH. Let?s co-create a little piece of heaven together!

If you prefer a less structured space, or simply want another opportunity to dance, come to the Ecstatic Dance Jam for Women in June.

Just drop-in, with no pre-reg, and relax and groove to the fluid and eclectic musical set of DJ Erica! :)

And... if 2 hours is not enough to sink your soul into, there are still some spots available at the Summer SOULstice Fete; a succulently embodied and experiential retreat weekend for women,
at Mysthaven Country Retreat Spa, Oak Ridges Moraine.

Please check out the calendar below for all dates.
Registration is now open for both upcoming Series.

Please note that the Summer Series is an OPEN group with the option to pre-register (best deal) or drop-in as you feel inspired.
For more info about any of these events, don't hesitate to contact me.
From my heart to yours,

Erica

PS. If you consider DOWH is of value, please pass this info on to other women. Word of mouth, from one trusted friend to another, is one of the key elements in building community.
Thank you in advance for your support!

I practice going only as fast as the slowest part of me feels safe to go.
Robyn Posin

May 24 - June 14 New 4-Week DOWH Spring Series (Closed Group) Pre-reg: $90
June 20-22 Summer SOULstice Fete Retreat (Please ask for details. A few spots available.)
June 28 Ecstatic Dance Jam for Women $13
July 5 - Aug 9 6-Week DOWH Summer Series (Open Group); Pre-reg: 6 Weeks $120 ~ 4 Weeks $90 or Drop-Ins: $25
Aug. 16 - Sept 6 Holidays
Sept 13 Returning to studio (more dance to come!)

All sessions, except Summer SOULstice, remain at Dovercourt House, 3rd floor, Sat.'s, 2-4pm.
FYI: Here are some of the themes we explored this winter and beginning of spring at DOWH:

Phenomenal Woman - Inspired by the poem of the same name by Maya Angelou; celebrating our exquisiteness.
Dance of Loving Kindness - A moving Buddhist Metta practice.
The Choice Maker - Dancing at the crossroads; dancing our paths taken and not-taken.
Imagine a Woman in Love with Herself - Inspired by the poem of the same name by Patricia Reilly; falling in love with our self.
Wholeness - Gathering up the pieces; embracing all parts of our self.

Sacred Sensuality - Enjoying the pleasures of our senses.
A Blossoming Ceremony - From the earth of our body, to seed, to bud, to blossom.

What women are saying about DOWH:
I come in stressed, tense, fragmented, agitated, irritated, and always leave feeling gathered, whole, peaceful, loving, loved, complete, feeling connected to everyone and everything.

Blessings to Erica for providing women with this incredible, powerful healing tool. Namaste. Noreia Sacoor

You have created a healing gift for women not available elsewhere. Congratulations, Erica! Jenn Hicks

Dance Our Way Home is a rare opportunity for women to heal in community. It's a blessing to us all. Mari Rossi

Erica calls us home to ourselves through our own dance in our own time. She holds sacred space and deliciously facilitates us to slip out of our everyday and immerse ourselves in the beauty, power and truth that lay beneath the surface of our being. Caro Cloutier

A wonderful opportunity to connect with my soul. Thanks. Mary Jane Racz





City Dance Corps

Registered Workshops

Intro to Salsa
Wednesdays
May 7 14
8:30pm-10pm

Special Workshops

Poppin Lockin
Mondays
May 12 26
7:30pm-8:30pm
This is a style of dancing that incorporates the rhythmic contraction of the dancer's muscles and pantomimed movements, usually to funk or hip-hop music. Movements are sharp and
precise. Styles include: Waving; Vibrating; Ticking; Slow motion; Robot/botting; Puppeting, Boogaloo

Salsa Tango
Wednesdays
May 21 28
8:30pm-10pm
Experience the passion of the tango with the spicyness of the Salsa. Salsa Tango is a partner Salsa class with an emphasis on Tango influenced movements and style. The bold, dramatic lines,
the passionate connection between leader and follower and the intricate footwork makes this workshop one not to miss. Must be at an intermediate level.

Striptease
Wednesdays
May 7 14
8pm-9pm
Ladies, meet your sexy side with fun, confidence-building, dance-focused class! Back by popular demand, learn about the art of TEASE through movement and dance. You will be bursting with
confidence and charm with this enchanting dance designed to captivate!

Hollywood Dance Series
Hollywood Dance: Madonna
Thursdays
May 1 - 29
7pm-8:30pm
Calling all Material Girls! You only got 4 minutes! Relive our favourite music icon on the dance floor. From the Vogue, to the heel kicking Cowboy dance, to the latest Disco dance moves, this
5 part workshop will revive our favourite Madonna dance moves that made her famous and left us dancing in our bedrooms! With Siona Jackson. Sign up soon as spaces are limited!

Open House
6th Anniversary Open House
Sunday June 1, 2008
12pm-5pm
Mark your calendars. Enjoy FREE classes, PRIZES, PERFORMANCES and more!
At: CDC Studios
Keep posted for full schedule of events!

Call for Volunteers: Talent Defined
Looking for volunteers to assist at Talent Defined No experience necessary, just a love for dance! Front of house and backstage help needed Contact Tina@citydancecorps.com if interested.

Studio Closings
The studio will be closed May 17-19, 2008. Classes resume May 20.

We would like to welcome all of our new students and thank all of our current students for their continuous support. We are sure your experience with us will be a great one! Feedback, comments and suggestions are always welcome so don't be shy to drop us a line!
Until next time!
Yours in rhythm,
City Dance Corps Staff
http://www.citydancecorps.com
539 King St. West
Suite 103
Toronto ON
M5V 1M1
416-260-2356




The 509 DANCE collective
professional modern dance classes
509 DANCE collective is an open, drop-in modern dance class for professional and pre-professional dancers.
Classes are held Monday to Friday, 10:00am-11:30am.
Location: 509 DANCE (509 Parliament Street)

A variety of instructors will teach the classes, with live musical accompaniment.
Cost: $10.00/full class, $6.00/barre only, $90.00/10-class card.
For more information, please contact Laura Kappel at 416-924-5657.

website: http://www.ccdt.org

May Teaching Calendar
01-Thu-Sylvie Bouchard
02-Fri-Sylvie Bouchard
05-Mon-Bonnie Kim
06-Tue-Sasha Ivanochko
07-Wed-William Yong
08-Thu-Sasha Ivanochko
09-Fri-Bonnie Kim
12-Mon-CLOSED
13-Tue-William Yong
14-Wed-Sasha Ivanochko
15-Thu-William Yong
16-Fri-Kenny Pearl
19-Mon-CLOSED
20-Tue-Sylvie Bouchard
21-Wed-Darryl Tracy
22-Thu-Sylvie Bouchard
23-Fri-Darryl Tracy
26-Mon-Darryl Tracy
27-Tue-Bonnie Kim
28-Wed-Bonnie Kim
29-Thu-Kenny Pearl
30-Fri-Darryl Tracy





Superfly Dance Fitness

"Burlesque for Beginners" workshop!
Our fabulous Burlesque instructor and performer, Coco Framboise, is back again for her amazing "Burlesque for Beginners" workshop! On Wednesday, May 7th at 6:30pm and 7:30pm, she will be offering a basic workshop followed by the creation of a foxy floorshow including glove and stocking work - oh la la! Please note: These workshops are $20 each, no exceptions OR a
Superfly class card. Check our calendar on May 7th for all the details!

Class substitutions and Holidays coming up
Please note the following substitutions:

* On Wednesday, May 7th, Coco Framboise will be offering her Burlesque workshops instead of Sophie's Pussycat Dolls and Hip Hop class. Sophie will be performing at "Toronto's Finest
Bachelor and Bachelorette Auction"!

* Saturday, May 10th - Avital will be offering her Cardio Can Can class in place of Sophie's Hip Hop class as Sophie is performing/teaching at the FAME event. (Details below!)

* Saturday, May 17th and Monday, May 19th - NO CLASSES for Victoria Day weekend.

FAME event on Saturday, May 10th!
Lyzabeth Lopez, who is organizing this FAME event is crazy about dance so she has added tons of great dance events to the weekend! First of all, there are the dance performances of all types! And, there are incredible workshops all day long including; Bungra, Sexy Hip Hop, House, Latin Dance, Nightclub Burlesque (with Sophie!), Ballroom Dance, Reggae and more!
For more details and to attend the workshops, please go to the FAME website!

See you on the dance floor and thank you for your continued support!
The fun-lovin' gals from Superfly!
Superfly Dance Fitness
email: info@superflydancefitness.com
phone: 416-653-8732
web: http://www.superflydancefitness.com




Stand Up Dance Workshop with Meagan O'Shea
Playing Games to train the Creative Body
Sunday May 4, 12-3:30 p.m.

$75
$50 if taking 2nd (DIY Down Dirty Solo Making) workshop

A warm up workout for every creator. This afternoon explores a number of ways to lubricate the creative bodybrain. Excercises and games drawn from a number of dance and theatre
traditions.

Location: Hub 14 (14 Markham St., Toronto, ON)
View Map
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q=en=14+Markham%2C+Toronto%2C+ON

Info: omeagan@gmail.com

Meagan O’Shea is “one of the city’s most engaging artists”* and a nationally acclaimed performer and solo maker. Her work based on part 1 (current), Coffee for One (2007), and something blue (2006), As I unravel small maps of my spirit (2005), First Kissed (2004) with interactive installations, and Night Stills (2003) have been presented across Canada, in the US and the UK. Meagan has been guest artist at the Banff Centre, fabrik Potsdam, Tanzfabirk Berlin and Dance Base in Edinburgh. Current projects include dance like no one is watching: a silent uprising, and how to save the world (as demonstrated) through movement. *Toronto Star.




Stand Up Dance Workshops with Meagan O'Shea
DIY Down and Dirty Solo Making
Tuesday May 20 - Friday May 23
1-5 pm
$275

Bring an important idea.
The week will include daily warm ups and introduction to the skills that will facilitate the creative process; time to work on your idea; Friday showing for invited guests.
This workshop is for the creator/performer with some experience who is interested in investigating solo performance creation in an intensive environment. Please submit a brief statement of interest.

Location: Hub 14 (14 Markham St., Toronto, ON)
View Map
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q=en=14+Markham%2C+Toronto%2C+ON

Info: omeagan@gmail.com

Meagan O’Shea is “one of the city’s most engaging artists”* and a nationally acclaimed performer and solo maker. Her work based on part 1 (current), Coffee for One (2007), and something blue (2006), As I unravel small maps of my spirit (2005), First Kissed (2004) with interactive installations, and Night Stills (2003) have been presented across Canada, in the US and the UK. Meagan has been guest artist at the Banff Centre, fabrik Potsdam, Tanzfabirk Berlin and Dance Base in Edinburgh. Current projects include dance like no one is watching: a silent uprising, and how to save the world (as demonstrated) through movement. *Toronto Star.




Lady Noyz in partnership with KPC
presents
Lady Noyz B-boy / B-girl Sessions
Drop-in breakdancing class
Saturdays
2-4pm

Starts May 10
PWYC (suggested donation $5)
Host: Kapisanan Philippine Centre

Location: Kapisanan Philippine Centre, 167 Augusta Ave., Toronto, ON
View Map http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q=en=167+Augusta%2C+Toronto%2C+ON

Info
Phone: 416-979-0600
Email: info@kapisanancentre.com



International Physical Theatre Laboratory
with Sergei Ostrenko
August 1-7, 2008
Malpils, Latvia

PROGRAMME
The Lab is open for performers from different countries and backgrounds inspired by Physical Theater as a bold, vibrant and multidimensional approach to contemporary theater performance. The Lab is putting particular emphasis on practical exploration of methods and techniques of group theatre training as the foundation for coherent rehearsal process, open creative atmosphere and efficient performance making. Practical sessions develop in the form of various exercises and progress from simple to complicated. Gradually the group is proceeding to group improvisations and structures. Every day is setting advanced creative tasks, developing the preceding steps and deepening into the detailed consecutive process.

PARTICIPANTS
Actors of physical, dramatic, musical and dance theatres, dancers, choreographers, directors, stage designers, playwrights, script writers.

REGISTRATION
Candidates should send a CV (résumé) and a brief letter of motivation to globtheatre@gmail.com stating the title, dates and location of the event.

During the Lab accommodation (six nights) and meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are provided for participants.

MORE INFORMATION: http://www.iugte.com/projects/PhysicalTheatreLab.php




Axé Capoeira Toronto
Capoeira Boot-Camp
It's time to get in shape for summer and what better way to get started than with our new program, Capoeira Boot-Camp. This is a unique and fun way to get in shape while learning dance,
self-defence, music and acrobatics! Space is limited, so click here http://www.axecapoeira-to.com/boot_camp.htm to sign up online TODAY, only $34.99!

AxéToronto Newsletter
Sign up online for our official newsletter and get one week of
unlimited classes absolutely free! You will receive information
about our upcoming shows, videos/photos, special promotions on
class prices and other health and fitness information. Best of
all, it's FREE!

Upcoming shows for April/May:
April 18 - Top Choice Award
April 19 - The Salvation Army Fundraiser
April 20-22 - Casino Rama Chinese Spring Festival
April 26 - Juliano D'Lucca Show / DVD Recording
May 3 - Juliano D'Lucca Show in Milton
May 15 - Dance Odyssey @ Jane Mallet Theatre
May 17-18 - South Asian festival
May 18 - Frankie Knuckles - Godfather of House Music @ The Mod Club
May 23-25 - Carassauga Festival
May 31 - International Fun Fair and Amazing Race @ Rawlinson Community school

Hope to see you at one of our next performances or in class.
Respectfully,
Instructor Paraiba
Axé Capoeira Toronto
1069 St. Clair Ave. West, 2nd Floor
Toronto, ON
M6E 1A6
647-340-2293
http://www.AxeToronto.com




AfroLatino Dance Co.
Welcome to the School of AfroLatino Dance Company, your source of quality instruction in afro-latin dances where learning is fun and relaxed. Our lessons in Cuban Salsa, Brazilian Samba, Reggae, Afro, and more will get you grooving in no time!

Info.
Email: info@afrolatinodc.com
Website: http://www.afrolatinodance.com
facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2374979108

******
New courses starting May 26 at COBA Studios (2444 Bloor St. W., 2nd floor, Toronto, ON):

Mondays
6-7pm - Latin Cardio
7-8pm - Brazilian Samba (Beg/Int)
8-9pm - Cuban Salsa Beginner 1

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New Courses starting May 20, 29, 30, 31 at Downtown location (585 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON):

Tuesdays
6-7pm - Latin Cardio
7-8pm - Cuban Salsa Beginner 2
8-9pm - Cuban Salsa Intermediate 2
9-10pm - Salsa Performance Class (started Jan 29)

Thursdays
7-8pm - Cuban Salsa Beginner 1
8-9pm - Cuban Salsa Intermediate 1

Fridays
6-7pm - Samba Beg/Int
7-8pm - Afro-Cuban Movement

Saturdays
4-5pm - Samba Performance Class (started Feb 2)
5-6pm - Cuban Salsa Advanced
6-7pm - Rumba Styling (with Juan Carlos)
7-9pm - Salsa Practice for all levels



FREE Classes this Thursday May 8th with Hogtown Swing
Posted by: s6xty contact@hogtownswing.com

This Thursday Hogtown Swing will be offering Free Classes this Thursday for everyone regardless of level.

You like what you saw at Frankie this weekend with the Hogtown Swing Choreography Performance Group? It blew all the other performances out of the water and also brought tears to Frankie's eyes.

YOU too can dance like the members of HTS Performance group with high energy and rawness only with Hogtown Swing.

Come learn with Dance Champion Dan Amores and Joanna Kassoulides and you will see where your dancing will go. Don't just be comfortable with where you are, discover your true dance
potential.

May Schedule

Mondays
* 6:30-7:30 Introduction to Lindy Hop Swing Dancing
No partner or experience necessary.
4 week session $40 or per class rate $15
* 7:35-8:35 Balboa: Introduction and Fundamentals
8 week session $80 or per class rate $15
All discounts still apply.

Balboa/Bal-Swing Patterns and Sequences
Classes are from 8:35p-10:00p
8 week session $88 or per class rate $15
All discounts still apply.

Thursdays
Keeping it Raw and Real
* 6:30p-7:30p Breaking Your Lindy - Intermediate Level Lindy Hop
* 7:30p-8:30p Keeping it Real - Advanced Level Lindy Hop
Take 1 class $45 or both classes $75

Please arrive early and ready to go.
All classes are located at the Hogtown Swing Dance Studio (805 Dovercourt Rd., 1st Floor)
REGISTER ONLINE NOW!!!

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


Street Dance Academy

Visit our Website http://www.streetdanceacademy.com

Spring Schedule Updates – **New classes** Dancehall and Jazz Funk starting next week!


For all the guys who’ve been looking for Dancehall classes, look no further! Nick will be starting his Dancehall class on Tuesday, April 28, 7-8pm. Ladies, don’t worry,
you’re still welcome!

We’re also adding a new Jazz Funk class! If you’ve caught the waacking and vogueing craze, now there’s two nights at SDA where you can get your fix! Mayumi from the Soulful
Beans Crew, Japan, will be teaching her soul waacking style in the new Jazz Funk class on Thursdays 7-8pm starting May 1st.

Remember, the Open Bboy Practice on Sundays is now 1-4pm.

Mondays
6-7 Bollywood w/ Siham
7-8:30 Beginner Breaking w/ Dyzee
7-8:30 Intermediate Breaking w/ Doogie

Tuesdays
6-7 Hip Hop w/ Nick
7-8 House w/ Knox
7-8 Dancehall w/ Nick Starts April 29

Wednesdays
6-7 Jazz Funk w/ Apolonia
7-8 Hip Hop w/ Apolonia
7-8:30 Breaking Drills w/ Dyzee

Thursdays
6-7 Stepping w/ Joe
6-7 Dancehall w/ KayAnn
7-8 Toprocking / Freestyle w/ Jester
7-8 Jazz Funk w/ Mayumi Starting May 1

Fridays
STUDIO CLOSED

Saturdays
1-2 Reggae w/ KayAnn
2-3 Locking w/ Graeme

Sundays
11-12 Kids Hip Hop Mar 30 – June 8
11-12 Kids Inter Breaking Mar 30 – June 8
12-1 Kids Beg Breaking Mar 30 - June 8
12-1 Kids Pop n' Lock Mar 30 - June 8
1-4 $4 Open Bboy Practice

Street Dance Academy

160 Spadina Ave, 2nd floor (NW corner of Queen and Spadina)
Toronto, ON
M5T 2C2

416-840-4934




Be Discovered
Summer in L.A. The Dance Intensive
July 21-28, 2008
Open to dancers 13 Yrs + to adults including dance teachers worldwide.

Dancers will train at 3 of LA's top dance studios, take private dance workshops including Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Tap, Contemporary and Hip Hop with the industry's top choreographers,
will attend taping of So You Think You Can Dance, will work with Tony award winner Grover Dale, showcase for LA's top dance agents, meet US immigration lawyer, sightsee LA hot spots, photo shoot with Pussy Cat Dolls photographer, shopping trips and more.

Visit http://www.SummerInLA.com for info

Click this link to download the 2008 Summer in L.A. brochure that features info on the upcoming programs, photos of the 2007 Summer in LA dancers including Kyle Vicente from Vancouver with Marques Houston.
http://www.summerinla.com/download/2008SILAad.pdf

The 2008 Summer in L.A. dancers will be announced soon!

Dancers will be joining us from: Cyprus, U.S. states including Florida, New York, Oklahoma, California, Michigan and more and Canadian provinces including Ontario, Quebec, Alberta and more.

info@summerinla.com
416-657-4202 or toll free 888-657-4202 ext 3
http://www.SummerInLA.com



Summer in L.A. The Hip Hop Intensive
July 28 - August 4, 2008

Open to dancers 13 Yrs + to adults including dance teachers worldwide.

Dancers will train at 2 of LA's top dance studios, take private dance workshops including Hip Hop, Locking, Breaking, Krumping and House with the industry's top choreographers including Shane Sparks, The Groovaloos, Duece the prince of krump and more, will attend taping of So You Think You Can Dance, meet US immigration lawyer, sightsee LA hot spots, photo shoot with Pussy Cat Dolls photographer, shopping trips, trip to Vegas to watch the finals of the World Hip Hop Championships. This show is produced by the people who produce America's Best Dance Crew.

Visit http://www.SummerInLA.com for info

Click this link to download the 2008 Summer in L.A. brochure that features info on the upcoming programs, photos of the 2007 Summer in LA dancers including Kyle Vicente from Vancouver with Marques Houston.
http://www.summerinla.com/download/2008SILAad.pdf

The 2008 Summer in L.A. dancers will be announced soon!

Dancers will be joining us from: Cyprus, U.S. states including Florida, New York, Oklahoma, California, Michigan and more and Canadian provinces including Ontario, Quebec, Alberta and more.

info@summerinla.com
416-657-4202 or toll free 888-657-4202 ext 3
http://www.SummerInLA.com




Bahamas Dance Experience
July 7-11, 2008
Atlantis Paradise Island
http://www.atlantis.com to see where you will dance and stay at.

Work with Be Discovered Inc professionals along with L.A. choreographers Robert Schultz and Duece, the prince of Krump Credits include: Chris Brown, Janet Jackson, Mary J Blige,
Backstreet Boys, MTV, Billboard awards, Rize, Sean Paul and more. Take classes in Stretch, Jazz, Lyrical, Street Jazz, Hip Hop, Krumping, the entertainment industry and more.

Visit http://www.bediscovered.net and then Workshops page for details and to download the ad.

dance@bediscovered.net
416-657-4202 or toll free 888-657-4202
http://www.bediscovered.net
REACH FOR THE STARS WITH BE DISCOVERED!
20 Bay Street
Suite 1205
Toronto, Ontario
M5J 2N8

info@bediscovered.net
416-657-4202
Toll Free: 888-657-4202

http://www.bediscovered.net
http://www.SummerInLA.com

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Calls to Artists

Invitation / Ontario 3rd Annual Dance Festival 2008
The Ontario International Development Agency (OIDA is a non-profit, non-governmental organizations providing humanitarian programs in Canada and internationally. OIDA is entirely managed by volunteers in Ontario. OIDA programs are currently active in Sri Lanka, India, Haiti, Bangladesh, Nepal and Rwanda.
OIDA has organized the “Ontario 3rd Annual Dance Festival 2008” to support the Ontario Village Global Program. Registration and more information attached with this e-mail.
Location: Lester B Pearson Theatre, 150 Central Par Dr, Brampton, L6T 2T9, Ontario
Date: Saturday May 03, 2008 @ 5:30 PM

Prizes and Categories:

Competitive -First
Hon. C S Poolokasingham Trophy, Appreciation Plaque, Gold Medals, Certificates

Competitive – Second
Mrs. Aloma Yapa Trophy, Appreciation Plaque, Silver Medals, Certificates

Competitive - Third
Mr. Ary Hettige Memorial Trophy, Appreciation Plaque, Bronze Medals, Certificates

Entertainment Category:
Appreciation Plaque for each group, Certificates

Additional Prizes:
(1) Best Costume Award - Trophy
(2) Group Pledging Prizes:
Ontario Dance Festival Diamond Award – Recognizes the collective efforts of the team that collects the most pledges.
(3) Individual Pledging Prizes:
Ontario Dance Festival Platinum Award - Recognizes the team member that collects the most pledges
(4) Performance excellence Awards – Groups scored more than 70% , Medals

We look forward to your participation for this valuable event. Your support counts.
If you need more information please call 24/7 Festival Hotline: (905) 598 1910. Last date to register April 20, 2008.
We hope for your continuing support for our projects and we all together can make difference in the world.
Thank you,
Neville Hewage
President and CEO
Ontario International Development Agency (OIDA)
1581 Skead Road
Garson, ON P3L 1V6
Canada
Tel:24/7 Hotline: + 1 705 626 8857
Fax:+ 1 705 693 7004
E-mail: admin@ontariointernational.org
Website: www.ontariointernational.org
Ontario Village Programs - Building communities around the world
Ontario Corporation # 1673435



MADance Screen Salon 2008
NOW ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS!

SUBMISSION DEADLINE is June 16th, 2008

After a successful inaugural year, the MADance Screen Salon returns to Toronto November 14-15, 2008

Two nights of NEW and EXPANDED screenings celebrating movement inspired film from across North America.

A stimulating program of FIVE dance-on-film screenings: RetroMAD, MAD About Bravo!FACT, CurrentlyMAD, MADstudents and MADkitchens

Encouraging the development of the dance-on-film community in Canada and abroad, we invite filmmakers, choreographers, artists and film-buffs from Canada and the United States to submit their work to one or more of our screenings listed. It is the MADance Screen Salon's mandate to celebrate the work of emerging and established artists engaged in the creation of movement and dance inspired film.

We are now accepting applications for 3 screenings: CurrentlyMAD, MADstudents MADkitchens

To download Submission Guidelines Screening Descriptions please visit:
http://www.kaeja.org/downloads/MADance2008/MADance08_SubmissionGu\idelines.pdf

To download Application Package for all screenings please visit:
http://www.kaeja.org/downloads/MADance2008/MADance_App_Package.pd\f

or contact kaeja@kaeja.org for more details
The MADance Screen Salon is an initiative of Co-Artistic Directors Karen and Allen Kaeja of Kaeja d’Dance



Toronto Burlesque Festival application now up on the net!
To members of: Toronto Burlesque and Vaudeville Alliance facebook Group
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=8068244753

Just wanted to let you all know to check
http://www.torontoburlesquefestival.com as applications are now available for download!
The deadline is May 17.
If you have any trouble with the pdf, or need a word perfect version, please email me at sauci.callahorra@gmail.com or Honey at smokinredhead@hotmail.com




Call for Dance Schools/Groups:
DANCE GRAND PRIX ITALY 2008
International Dance Competition for Dance Schools/Groups
I look forward to your participation and I hope to see you at the next DANCE CONTEST!
Come with us to our next step: Travel, Dance, Compete, and enjoy the best WorlDancEventS in Europe. I'm inviting the "Dance Directors" who are willing to invest in themselves and who are interested in expanding their knowledge of other cultures, as well as promoting their work abroad, says Mr. Barbieri I'm looking for "Dance Groups" who see this thrilling event as an opportunity to benefit their professional development.

On THE NEXT JUNE 2008 many Dance Groups will dance in EUROPE ...and you?

Don't stay at home!
to be featured in "The 19th DANCE AWARDS Competition" for the Dance Grand Prix Festival Competition Fringe, being held in iTALY 19 TO 23 JUNE 2008 (during the SUMMER Holiday Time). In addition, the Directors will have an opportunity to network and attend all performances by groups from all over the world. To find out how to qualifye mail the office space is limited, so "Dance Directors" should act right away.

ONLY A LITTLE FEE TO PARTICIPATE!!!
This exciting trip will give dancers and students an excellent opportunity to present their work, to network withdirectors, producers, other artists, (hopefully to negotiate new engagements!)
and compete and win the awards with the own performances.
The Dance Grand Prix Festival literally draws thousands of people from all across Europe and other parts of the world, the festival is a thrilling extravaganza of hundreds of artists performing dance, theater and music within awonderful aod stage theatre near the famous Italian Art Cities, courtyards, outdoor cafes and the hotel accomodations on the beach of the MEDITERRANEUM coast this truly promises to be an unforgettable experience.
Choreographers, dancers and chaperones will receive hotel three star accommodations in twin/three beds rooms with bathroom/shower,based on two/three persons sharing a room.
We provide an entire and complete production package which includes excellent theaters, lighting, sound, technical assistance, publicity, pre-show rehearsal arrangements, and
printed programs and posteer advise all over the city.
Our managers will meet your dance groups on the "Welcome Bus Service" in the meeting pointe airport.
I look forward to your participation and I hope to see you at the next festival.
Have questions? Please email me <internazionaldance@tiscali.it>.
DIRECTOR DANCE AWARDS EUROPE 2008 SEASON
Just in a few days you will receive some advertising materials from us, the new brochures and posters of the iTALIAN Dance Awards please fax or e.mail your free on charges request of info at: organizer E-Mail <internazionaldance@tiscali.it>
Our web site: <web.tiscali.it/internazionaldance/italiadancegrandprix008.html>

Full Name:____________________________________________

School/Company Name: ________________________________

Telephone:____________________________________________

Fax:__________________________________________________

Email Address:________________________________________* REQUIRED FIELD

Shipping Address:_____________________________________

City:____________________ State/Province:_____________

Country:________________________ZIP/Postal:___________



The Junction Arts Festival 2008 Centennial Edition
The Junction Arts Festival 2008 Centennial Edition is looking for Street Performers. Dancers, actors, musicians and performance artists are needed to transform the 2 day street closure into a carnival of creativity. Whether a roving group or site specific individual we need to hear about how you can entertain with art. Fees will be determined on an individual basis.

Other presentation opportunities in the visual arts, art installations, and indoor performances are available.

To get information and application forms please visit our web site at www.junctionartsfest.com <http://www.junctionartsfest.com>

Thank you for your time and effort.

Michael Menegon
Executive Producer
Junction Centennial Arts Festival
"Historic Mind / Modern Eye"
junctionartsfest@on.aibn.com
416 767-5036
3042 Dundas Street West
Toronto, Ontario
M6P 1Z3
Canada
www.junctionartsfest.com <http://www.junctionartsfest.com>
www.thejunctioncity.com

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Call for Volunteers

Call for Volunteers for Falling to Grace
featuring Tanya Crowder and Julia Sasso
We are looking for volunteers to help with ushering and bartending during the run of this exciting show.
In exchange for volunteering, you are invited to stay and watch the performance of Falling to Grace.

A DanceWorks CoWorks/HOWDARESHE Productions co-presentation, Falling to Grace features new dance works by Toronto dance luminaries Tanya Crowder and Julia Sasso. In Falling to Grace, Crowder and Sasso take us on an unforgettable voyage to the dark edges of reality in three physically and emotionally charged dances. This highly anticipated event promises to be an extraordinary evening of solo dance that is not to be missed…

The dates are Tuesday, May 13 to Saturday, May 17 @ 7pm with a matinee on Sunday, May 18 @ 1pm
Falling to Grace will be at the Pia Bouman Studio Theatre (6 Noble St. -- West of Queen and Dufferin)
Please email me Erin Cowan at dance77@gmail.com the dates you would be interested in volunteering and your contact info (phone number and email).



Call for Volunteers for Postcard Distribution
In preparation for Dancemakers' Presents: Melanie Demers, volunteers are needed to help with flyer/poster distribution next week.
Volunteers will be offered a ticket to the performance or a company class pass (for those who are interested in taking classes), based on the hours of their contribution.

If you are interested in assisting with postcard distribution please call me at 416-367-1800 ext. 24 or e-mail me at erin@dancemakers.org .

Melanie Demers' Les Angles Morts questions our ability to understand the world from another point of view other than where we usually stand and it observes from every angle, even the blind
spots, the small details that make us all the same and yet perfectly distinct.
Thanks in advance for your valuable contribution,
Erin Cowan
Administrative Coordinator / Front of House Manager
Dancemakers and the Centre for Creation

55 Mill Street, Building 74, Studio 306
Toronto, Ontario

416-367-1800 ext 24
http://www.dancemakers.org
erin@dancemakers.org






Space

Sublet Available
I am in need a subletter for May 1 - Aug 31.

$550 per month -

GREAT place, newly renovated, right downtown (located on McCaul
Street near Kensington Market, UofT, everything) with A/C and
balcony.

Please email caraspooner@gmail.com if you are interested or, know
of anyone who is!

Dancemakers and the Centre for Creation Studio space rentals available
We have 2 studios available for rent

Measurements: There are two studios available, the smaller one is 30' x 30' and the larger one is 54' x 36'
Each studio equipped with sprung dance floor, and CD player. There are washrooms / changing areas. The larger studio is fully equipped for live performance.

Small Studio Rates: $16 / hour for rehearsals; $20 for workshops
Large Studio Rates: $19 / hour for rehearsals; $25 for workshops; $175.00 for ½ performance day; $300 for full performance day

Contact:
Richard Van Dusen – Dancemakers and the Centre for Creation
richard@dancemakers.org
416-367-1800



Studio ElevenTwelve
A fully functional, sprung floor, wall to wall mirrors (future curtains), rosco floors, main floor dance studio at Dundas and Logan!!
A new collective has been formed and recently took over the Celtic Dance Centre.
We are StudioElevenTwelve, a group of independent dancers and a photographer and wehave some amazing space to share!

1450 square feet of clear dance space (no pillars)
Rates are $12/hour for rehearsal; $15/hour for teaching.
Please contact us at studioeleventwelve@gmail.com or 416-363-9957

Opening celebration coming soon!
1112 Dundas Street East (a short walk from Broadview, Carlaw, Queen or Gerrard)

Thank you,
Members of StudioElevenTwelve
Andrea Nunn, Tanya Crowder, Jason Vanstone, Elizabeth Dawn Snell and AnaLuisa Almada

StudioElevenTwelve
1112 Dundas St E.
p. 416-363-9957



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
  

Auditions

Do Dat Entertainment presents...............
CASTING CALL - Montreal F1 Grand Prix of Canada 2008
Held By: Do Dat Entertainment

LOOKING FOR:

- 3 Female Dancers (19 yrs and older)
(Need to be able to dance hip-hop and have some basic Break-dancing skills)

Rate: T.B.A.

- 2 Male Dancers (19 yrs and older)
(Need to be able to dance hip-hop have break-dancing skills)

Rate: T.B.A.

OTHER INFO:
- Please email your resume, headshot and full body shot to casting@dodat.com by Sat April 26 2008
- Dancers selected must be available for rehearsals the week of May 5th to May 12th
- Dancers selected must be available to travel from June 4th to 8th
- Selected dancers will be contacted via email by Thurs May 1st to come in for a scheduled audition.

Excitement, Energy, Intensity - it's what Do Dat's about.

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Dancers needed for ongoing gigs! Great Pay + Have lots of fun!
(Toronto)

We are looking for lots of hip hop dancers between the ages of 16-28 years old, who are Fun, Outgoing Energetic. Must have some dance experience and be willing to learn new
steps!

You would be joining a leading entertainment company and would be required to perform at Sweet 16's, Bar Mitzvahs, Weddings, Corporate parties and more!
Flexible schedules and great pay.
Interviews/auditions will be held on: Friday May 2, 2008.
Compensation: Hourly rate to be discussed at interview
http://www.lbbcasting.com
For more information and to book your interview time please contact allison@lbbcasting.com

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Jobs



Profile & Development Manager
Moonhorse dance theatre | COBA Collective of Black Artists | Korean Dance Studies Society of Canada

Applications are currently being accepted for the newly created position of Profile & Development Manager to work full time with MOonhORsE dance theatre, COBA Collective of Black Artists and the Korean Dance Studies Society of Canada.

These three dance organizations are currently in a position of pronounced growth; the organizations are outgrowing their current size and funding levels. In order to remain sustainable, these organizations seek an individual to diversify and increase their non-government revenues.

· 3-year contract 2008/2009 through 2010/2011 Seasons.
· Full time (37 ½ hours per week).
· Salary in the $32,000 range.

In collaboration with the Artistic Directors, the Profile & Development Manager’s main goal will be to increase earned revenues; developing ongoing, sustainable, long-term relationships with communities in order to increase both donated and earned revenue streams. Some of the community-engagement options that the Profile & Development Manager will explore will include, but not be limited to: tuition-based classes; ticket and merchandise sales; corporate sponsorships; individual donors; goods and services exchanges; in kind donations; memberships; and rentals.

This will be accomplished through:
· Research and identification of opportunities that will help to build the communities surrounding each organization that also provide support, economically and through volunteerism, for the organizations.
· Finding creative ways to capitalize on those opportunities and developing the necessary policies and procedures to support them.

Skills/Requirements:
· Ability to organize and deploy diverse resources - engaging volunteers, customers, partners and investors through a logical business plan that furthers each organization’s mission.
· Must have strong organizational and time management skills and show attention to detail.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
· Ability to show tact and diplomacy when dealing with outside organizations, contacts, volunteers, and audiences.
· Moderate financial knowledge; ability to budget and employ basic accounting skills.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· Ability to work in a collaborative environment; equally comfortable working with a team or individually.
· Arts Administration/Management degree or equivalent (minimum 3 years) experience.

We are thankful to the Metcalf Foundation for supporting this position.

Please submit a covering letter and C.V. to duo@danceumbrella.net on or before May 23, 2008.

Dance Umbrella of Ontario
201-490 Adelaide St W
Toronto ON M5V 1T2
www.danceumbrella.net

Inquiries: 416.504.6429


Concise History of the Companies

MOonhORsE dance theatre
Incorporated as a not-for-profit charitable organization in 1996, MOonhORsE dance theatre was established for the pursuit of Claudia Moore’s artistic journey: her evolution as a creator and interpreter. Activities include creation of dancetheatre works, collaborations and commissions from Claudia’s most respected colleagues. MOonhORsE produces two series that are integral to the dance community. Older & Reckless is an informal performance series that will present its 14th program in February 2008. This series features work from OLDER artists who continue to grow more RECKLESS as time goes by, providing an opportunity for seasoned dance artists to perform short works and a chance for the audience to see some of Toronto’s and Canada’s most celebrated senior choreographers. Poetry in Space began in 1999 and will present its 10th workshop in April 2008. This workshop series is for professional and pre-professional dance artists to deepen performance skills and explore their creative potentials. Poetry in Space provides a platform for dance and theatre professionals to share their knowledge through intensive work with Toronto’s and Ontario’s artists.

Works from MOonhORsE’s repertoire have been presented by Danceworks Mainstage, Hysteria Festival, Guelph Contemporary Dance Festival, Peterborough New Dance, Montreal’s Tangente, and Vancouver’s Dancing on the Edge Festival. MOonhORsE has presented works in Halifax, Nova Scotia and Buffalo, New York.


COBA Collective of Black Artists
COBA’s mission is to preserve and promote the finest traditions of African, Caribbean and contemporary dance and music through research, education and performance. COBA has carved itself a niche in the Toronto dance community through its annual African History Month school-touring programs and student matinees, at the same time developing a highly spirited repertoire of traditional African, Caribbean and contemporary works for main stage audiences.

COBA has made a significant contribution to Canadian dance ideology through the development and teaching of A-Feeree, the physical language. Based on artistic co-founder BaKari E. Lindsay’s ethnographic research, and taught exclusively at COBA’s performing arts school in Toronto, A-Feeree is a training method that assists dancers in navigating the physical aesthetics of African and African Diasporic dances.

Saraca: Dances for the Soul (1994) was COBA’s inaugural season and the Collective has to-date presented 14 main stage seasons. 25+ works have been created among Collective members BaKari E. Lindsay, Charmaine Headley and Julia Morris. COBA has commissioned 5 works from world-renowned Africanist choreographers including Senegalese Griot Alassane Sarr, Jeanguy Saintus and internationally acclaimed soloist Vincent Sekwati Koko Mantsoe. The company has toured Ontario, the United States, and Trinidad and Tobago with an overwhelming response, garnering critical acclaim for its pure and authentic presentation of traditional African and Caribbean dance. Works like Distant Voices (1994) and Primal Fête (1999) have been hailed as ‘a new canadianas’ (Paula Citron) in contemporary dance for their movement innovation. With the vision to present the finest traditions in dance and music while preserving the cultural traditions of Africa and the African Diaspora, COBA has positioned itself as a performance collective that researches, creates and produces Africanist dance culture that educates and entertains.


Korean Dance Studies Society of Canada
The Korean Dance Studies Society of Canada (KDSSC) operates primarily to promote Korean traditional dance and music throughout Canada for both native-born Koreans, as well as for all other Canadians in order to enrich Canada’s culture, multiculturalism and community. Secondly, it encourages the appreciation of artistic expression and promotes community interaction through the presentation of culturally diverse traditional and contemporary dance forms of Korean traditional dance and dancers from other cultures. The KDSSC operates under the Artistic Direction of Mi Young Kim, known in Korea and in Canada for her professionalism and expertise in Korean traditional dance.

The Mi Young Kim Dance Company (MYKDC), founded in 1987 as a not-for-profit corporation under the umbrella of the KDSSC, invokes awareness of Korean traditional dance and promotes a unique consciousness through the means of creating and performing dynamic and new Korean traditional dance. MYKDC is currently recognized for its high artistic merit and a proven track record of enriching community culture. MYKDC has a reserved space in many regular annual performances such as Dance Ontario DanceWeekend, Caravan (Korea - Seoul Pavillion), Toronto Street Festival, CanAsian Dance Festival, Korean Grand Gala, and Chinese New Year Celebration. MYKDC has received recognition and numerous awards for its cultural contributions and achievements, including an Award of Merit as the Entertainment Award Winner (2001) and the Korean-Canadian Heritage Award (1998) presented by the Korean-Canadian community. MYKDC continuously gives workshops and provides training and instruction in Korean traditional dance and music to groups of all ages and ethnic backgrounds.

The KDSSC produces the SooRyu Dance Festival bi-annually. SooRyu enriches Canadian society through the promotion, organization and staging of culturally diverse traditional and contemporary dance forms. In alternate years the KDSSC presents a program of traditional and contemporary Korean works produced by the MYKDC. The School of Korean Dance and Drum, which also operates under the umbrella of the KDSSC, provides instruction and training of Korean traditional dance to people of all ages and cultures. Some students of the school form part of the MYKDC as they progress in their professional development.




Choreographer Needed
A well established pre-professional school and performing company located in Ottawa, Ontario is seeking a resident choreographer to lead the company through its 2008-09 season. Two theatre performances per season. Candidates must have a background in classical ballet and enjoy working with children and teens. Please direct inquiries and resumes to the Director of Dance at LPB.dance@hotmail.com.



Development Manager
Dancemakers, one of Canada’s leading contemporary dance companies, seeks a Development Manager to join its small and dynamic work environment.

Founded in 1974, Dancemakers brings dance of challenging physicality and emotional impact to its audiences. Dancemakers’ performances have received widespread critical acclaim in Toronto, across Canada and internationally. The company is lead by the team of Artistic Director Michael Trent and Managing Director Richard Van Dusen. The overarching organizational values are captured in the 3Cs: contemporary aesthetics, cross-disciplinary dialogues and collaborative engagement. The company receives its core funding from all levels of government, as well as support from the private sector through individuals, foundations and corporations. The organization has an annual operating budget of $650,000.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Development Manager will be responsible for all fundraising activities of the organization, including individual, corporate and foundation fundraising campaigns, and the planning and execution of special events. Specific responsibilities include:

·In collaboration with the Managing Director, to create the overall design and implementation of the company’s annual fundraising activities
·Prospect research, identification, and solicitation
·Preparation of all fundraising materials
·Deepening existing corporate, foundation and individual donor relations and driving new growth with these stakeholders
·Coordination of all donor cultivation events
·Creation and implementation of special fundraising events

Requirements
The ideal candidate will be able to act effectively in a fast-paced environment; have excellent communication, interpersonal, time management and organizational skills; have 1 to 3 years experience in donor relations in the performing arts; be able to thrive independently and in a collaborative environment; and have a thorough working knowledge of Windows computer systems (Word, Excel, Outlook and Access).

Dancemakers is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants in advance, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Send Submissions To:
Richard Van Dusen
e: richard@dancemakers.org

Organization Description
Founded in 1974, Dancemakers brings dance of challenging physicality and emotional impact to its audiences. Dancemakers’ performances have received widespread critical acclaim in Toronto, across Canada and internationally. The company is lead by the team of Artistic Director Michael Trent and Managing Director Richard Van Dusen. The overarching organizational values are captured in the 3Cs: contemporary aesthetics, cross-disciplinary dialogues and collaborative engagement.



The School of Toronto Dance Theatre
Job Posting
Student Services Co-ordinator
The School of Toronto Dance Theatre offers a variety of training programs for professional and recreational dancers of all ages from its studio and office space in Toronto’s Cabbagetown area. The School strives for artistic excellence in teaching, stays vitally aware of ongoing developments in the art form of dance, provides stable administration and financial management, and maintains a strong and responsible Board of Directors. Through its dedication to excellence, the School has remained at the forefront of training in contemporary dance in Canada for forty years. The School of Toronto Dance Theatre is seeking an individual to assume the role of Student Services Co-ordinator. This is a full-time, mid-level administrative position. Working under the direction of the General Manager, the Student Services Co-ordinator provides administrative support for The School of Toronto Dance Theatre’s three divisions — the Professional Training Program (PTP), the General School (including the Young Dancers’ Program), and the Summer School programs.

Specific responsibilities include:
• Acting as registrar for students of the Professional Training Program including, but not limited to, the following responsibilities:
o receiving and accounting for all tuition payments
o serving as primary contact on all matters related to Canada Student Loans/Ontario Student Assistance Program
o issuing appropriate Revenue Canada documents to students
• Assisting the Artistic Director with evaluations for current students
• Co-ordinating all matters related to database maintenance
• Co-ordinating activities related to box office for the School’s mainstage performances • Co-ordinating registrations for the General School and Young Dancers’ Program
• Issuing charitable tax receipts
• Assisting with fundraising activities as appropriate
• Attending and participating in staff meetings
• Contributing to the School’s day-to-day operations as part of its administrative team

The qualified applicant has:
• Experience in arts administration, education and/or the not-for-profit sector
• Excellent computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Access or other database programs
• Familiarity with the legislation related to the administration of a Private Career College and/or government student loan programs
• An ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Bookkeeping experience
• A willingness to function as part of a dynamic staff team

An interest in and/or knowledge of contemporary dance is a definite asset. Some evening and weekend work is required. The School of Toronto Dance theatre is an equal opportunity employer. It offers a positive work environment, a salary range in line with other mid-sized arts organizations, and a full benefit package.

Interested applicants should forward their résumé and cover letter, including references, to:
Andrea Vagianos,
General Manager
The School of Toronto Dance Theatre
80 Winchester Street, Toronto, Ontario, M4X 1B2

By fax: 416-967-4379
By email: gm-andrea@SchoolofTDT.org
If submitting an application by e-mail, please make the subject heading “Job Posting – Student Services Co-ordinator”.

The School of Toronto Dance Theatre thanks all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Deadline for applications: May 15, 2008.

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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)
www.canadacouncil.ca

Ontario Arts Council
www.arts.on.ca

Toronto Arts Council
www.torontoartscouncil.org

Metcalf Foundation
Strategic Initiatives - Round 2
Full Application deadline    May 5    
Grant notification    June 23    
www.metcalffoundation.com

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

Canadian Heritage
Building Communities through Arts and Heritage - June 30, 2008.
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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