Category: Dance
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Dance on Camera
This series presents the work of filmmakers from Denmark, Canada, Israel, and the United States, ranging from expressive narratives to experimental short films, plus five illuminating panel discussions with filmmakers and contributors. Dance on Camera presents a broad range of films including documentaries, shorts, features, experimental works, and music videos that celebrate the immediacy of dance…
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Ballet Folklórico de México Amalia Hernández Virtual
Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández make their highly anticipated return with an acclaimed repertory that brings together the music, dance, and costume of Mexican folklore from pre-Columbian civilizations through the modern era. Their repertory includes more than 40 ballets of exquisite choreography that pay homage to local dance traditions from over 60 regions…
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Naiveté of Flowers
Hailed by the Los Angeles Times as “bracingly contemporary,” Raiford Rogers Modern Ballet is an inspiring ensemble of dancers that breaks the traditional mold and reinvigorates this classic medium. A favorite of the Luckman stage, Raiford Rogers Modern Ballet will present the full-length ballet, Naivete of Flowers (Acts 1 & 2), set to the music…
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Joshua Tree Symphony
The Luckman Fine Arts Complex at Cal State LA presents a virtual performance of Raiford Rogers Modern Ballet’s Joshua Tree Symphony set to original music by by Czech composer Zbynek Mateju. Choreography: Raiford Rogers Dancers: Sadie Black, Bobby Briscoe, Joshua Brown, Kate Highstrete, Chelsea Paige Johnston, David Kim, Theresa Knudson, Tigran Sargsyan, Nicole Sievers, Mate Szentes, Elizabeth…
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Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company: Diciembre Mexicano
Bask in the joy and merriment of Mexico’s Christmas traditions in this filmed production that featured special guests on the Luckman stage in December 2019. Diciembre Mexicano was lauded by those in attendance – including the University Times! Watch Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company: Diciembre Mexicano beginning this Wednesday at 7PM. The presentation will remain available to stream until…
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Los Angeles Dance Festival
The Los Angeles Dance Festival brings talented creators and companies together for twelve evenings of extraordinary works that showcase a wide breadth of dance styles.For over two decades, the Luckman has presented acclaimed dance ensembles from around the world. The Los Angeles Dance Festival features artists who are recognized locally and internationally for their extraordinary talents. The…
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Jesús Coca
Dancer and choreographer Jesús Coca began his professional career while still a teenager in his hometown of Barcelona, quickly making a name for himself in the dance world. With a natural talent and versatile style, he has worked with a range of marquee artists, including pop icons like Rihanna, Banks, and Miley Cyrus, showcasing his…
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Nrityagram Dance Ensemble
Past Events This event took place on Saturday, September October 19, 2019. Photo Credit: Karthik Venkataraman The Nrityagram Dance Ensemble of India was established in 1990 to preserve India’s 2,000-year-old classical dance traditions. Nrityagram, which means “dance village,” was established in a rural setting as an ideal place for studying dance according to ancient Indian…
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LA Dance Festival
Past Event This event took place on April 12 – 14, 2019. Los Angeles Dance Festival is a multi-day celebration of the vibrant contemporary dance creations in our city. The festival features locally, nationally, and internationally recognized dancers and choreographers. Their work is frequently presented on stages around the world and seen in feature films,…
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Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández 2018
Past Events This event took place on October 19 and 20, 2018. Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández make their highly anticipated return with an acclaimed repertory that brings together the music, dance, and costume of Mexican folklore from pre-Columbian civilizations through the modern era. Their repertory includes more than 40 ballets of exquisite…
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DCA LA Dance platform
Past Events This event took place on Saturday, June 9, 2018. Photo credit: CONTRA-TIEMPO, Agua Furiosa, credit Kathleen Schenck Syncopated Ladies, Los Angeles Contemporary Dance Company, Versa-Style Dance Company, and CONTRA-TIEMPO | Urban Latin Dance Theater DCA LA Dance Platform have been spearheaded and initiated by the Department of Cultural Affairs for the City of Los…
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Peking Acrobats
Past Events This event took place on Saturday February 3, 2018. The talented ensemble is world-renowned for their daring maneuvers, trick-cycling, precision tumbling, somersaulting, and gymnastics. They defy gravity with amazing displays of flexibility, contortion, and control. They push the envelope of human possibility with astonishing juggling dexterity and incredible balancing feats. Records of these…
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Dance Film Fest
Past Events This event took place on January 24, 2018. A celebration of the best in recent cinematic triumphs that focus on the art of dance. Pina Germany, 2011, 1 hour 43 minutes Directed by Wim Wenders A tribute to the late German choreographer, Pina Bausch, as her dancers perform her most famous creations. First…
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Northwest Dance Project 2017
Past Events This event took place on April 29, 2017. Photo Credit: Christopher Peddecord Dancers / Andrea Parson (Princess Grace Award 2010) + Viktor Usov (Princess Grace Award 2014) NW Dance Project is dedicated to the creation and performance of innovative, new contemporary dance works from established and emerging dance works from established and emerging…
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ODC Dance
Past Events This event took place on February 11, 2017. Photo credit: RJ Muna ODC/Dance was formed by Brenda Way in 1971 as a collective of artists at Oberlin College in Ohio where their name (Oberlin Dance Collective) originated. Adventure, a certain irreverence, and the joy of moving were key ingredients to the core philosophy of…
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Rockin’ Road to Dublin
Past Events This event took place on November 6, 2016. Inspired by epic spectacles like Riverdance, Rockin’ Road To Dublin’s renowned ensemble is reviving the classic art form to create a new Irish show with a contemporary feel and a broad appeal. Choreographer and lead male Scott Doherty (Riverdance & Lord of the Dance) has…
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Globalfest on the road: Creole Carnival
Past Events This event took place on April 2, 2016. Photo credit: El Onore Coyette globalFEST, one of the most dynamic global music platforms in North America, takes their showcase on the road for the first time with Creole Carnival! This ensemble celebrates the crossroads of African musical currents and their intersection with the sounds of the…
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Ballet Hispánico
Past Events This event took place on March 12, 2016. Photo credit: Línea Recta © Paula Lobo Cal State LA is proud to host Ballet Hispánico, the nation’s premier Latino dance organization, as a company-in-residence. For nearly 50 years, Ballet Hispánico has been bringing communities together to celebrate and explore Latino cultures through innovative productions, transformative dance training,…
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Ballet Folklórico de Mexico de Amalia Hernández 2015
Past Events This event took place on October 17 & 18, 2015. The iconic Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández returns to the Luckman with a highly anticipated repertory performance! Hernández founded the company in 1952, having embarked at a very early age on a never-ending quest to rescue the dancing traditions of Mexico.…
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Ido Tadmor & Eliwira Piorun
Past Events This event took place on Saturday, September 26, 2015. Renowned choreographer and dancer Ido Tadmor is joined by celebrated Polish dancer Elwira Piorun for the Los Angeles premiere of two recent works produced in collaboration with choreographer Rachel Erdos. Ido Tadmor is the artistic director of the prestigious Israel Ballet and the recipient…