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Global Contemporary Dance Showing

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Dance
A presentation of movement and research emerging from the Global Contemporary dance course, facilitated by Karima Borni.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

Open to the Public

Fall Dance Concert

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Dance
This dynamic evening of ideas in motion showcases choreography by emerging student dance artists at the intermediate and advanced levels, and the annual Newcomers’ Piece, choreographed this year by Julian Barnett, artist in residence. The evening is directed by Barnett in collaboration with the choreographers. Tickets: $15/12/6; on sale November 13

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

$15/12/6; on sale November 13
Open to the Public

Fall Dance Concert

Sponsored by:
Dance
This dynamic evening of ideas in motion showcases choreography by emerging student dance artists at the intermediate and advanced levels, and the annual Newcomers’ Piece, choreographed this year by Julian Barnett, artist in residence. The evening is directed by Barnett in collaboration with the choreographers. Tickets: $15/12/6; on sale November 13

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

$15/12/6; on sale November 13
Open to the Public

Faculty Dance Concert

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Dance
On one night only, the Dance Program offers samples of faculty choreography, featuring works by Julian Barnett, Karima Borni, Christal Brown, Laurel Jenkins, and Lida Winfield. Sponsored by the Dance Program. Buy Tickets: $15/$12/$6; on sale April 2.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

DCM Works in Progress showing

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Dance
The Dance Company of Middlebury presents excerpts from Native + Stranger, under development for performance in January. Free

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

The Dance Company of Middlebury: Native + Stranger

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Dance
Native + Stranger is an interdisciplinary exploration of individuality, place, acquisition, lineage, and the construction of identity. Artistic Director Christal Brown collaborates with Rulan Tangen, Artistic Director of Dancing Earth, over two semesters. Post-show discussion on Friday night. Sponsored by the Dance Program, the Committee on the Arts, and the Center for Social Entrepreneurship. Tickets: $15/$12/$6

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

Open to the Public

The Dance Company of Middlebury: Native + Stranger

Sponsored by:
Dance
Native + Stranger is an interdisciplinary exploration of individuality, place, acquisition, lineage, and the construction of identity. Artistic Director Christal Brown collaborates with Rulan Tangen, Artistic Director of Dancing Earth, over two semesters. Post-show discussion on Friday night. Sponsored by the Dance Program, the Committee on the Arts, and the Center for Social Entrepreneurship. Tickets: $15/$12/$6

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

Open to the Public

Dance Master Class with Michelle Gibson

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Dance
Mahaney Center for the Arts, Dance Theatre

Michelle N. Gibson’s work is firmly rooted in her own “New Orleans Second Line Aesthetic” that involves improvised movement, defined footwork, brass band music, and the embrace of communal ritual. The class structure includes history, theory, technique and practice. Explore the NOLA essence reflected in voice, facial expression, body language, and eye contact. Open to all abilities and experiences. Free
Open to the Public

Dance Fall Concert Auditions

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Dance
Advanced student choreographers audition dancers for the annual Fall Dance Concert, Dec. 1-2, which includes the 2017 Newcomers’ Piece, directed by Julian Barnett. Dancers chosen for performance must attend a minimum of two approved technique classes consistently each week in order to be eligible to perform in program-sponsored events. Taking class supports the development of artistry, technical range, and performance skill. The Newcomers’ Piece is open to anyone who has not yet performed in a dance program-sponsored concert. All are welcome.

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

Dance Alumni Showing

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Dance
Recent alumni return to provide an update on their careers in dance and to perform excerpts from their latest creative works. Tickets: $15/12/6; on sale October 30

Mahaney Arts Center Dance Theatre

$15/12/6; on sale October 30
Open to the Public