| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Raising Aspirations 1st Annual Youth Summer Concert SeriesPresented by Raising Aspirations at Hibernian Hall July 31, 2010 Raising Aspirations is a brand new youth cultural arts center with a goal to create unique and innovative programs that connect cultural art education with the academic and social development of youth. This summer, Raising Aspirations presents its 1st Annual Youth Summer Concert Series to showcase the many talents that the youth in Boston possess in Music, Dance, Drama, and Art! Raising Aspirations, in partnership with the 11th Annual Roxbury International Film Festival, will host it's... | Raising Aspirations | 07/31/10 | Boston |
Monica Bill Barnes & CompanyPresented by Jacob's Pillow Dance at Doris Duke Theatre July 28-August 1, 2010 "One of the wittiest young choreographers around" (Deborah Jowitt of The Village Voice), Monica Bill Barnes' quirky blend of theatricality, intelligent humor, and humanity yields a rare and tender eloquence. Expression and innovation shine in "Another Parade", a hilarious rollercoaster set to the sounds of Bach and James Brown, plus a world premiere co-commissioned by Jacob's Pillow and created in part during a Creative Development Residency that investigates the music of... | Jacob's Pillow Dance | 07/28/10- 08/01/10 | Becket |
CND2Presented by Jacob's Pillow Dance at Ted Shawn Theatre July 28-August 1, 2010 Based in Madrid and rarely seen in the U.S., Compania Nacional de Danza 2 returns to the Pillow with its passionate, superbly trained contemporary ballet dancers. The program includes the U.S. premiere of Insected by co-artistic director Tony Fabre, and founder and acclaimed dancemaker Nacho Duato's movingly spiritual Kol Nidre and Gnawa, a rousing celebration of dance and music. | Jacob's Pillow Dance | 07/28/10- 08/01/10 | Becket |
The Peace GroovementPresented by Strand Theatre at The Strand Theatre August 6, 2010 The Boston Dance Community Celebrates Peace: Featuring: Origination, BalletRox, United Stylz Crew, Artists for Humanity Street Team, Boston Tap Company, and many more... | Strand Theatre | 08/06/10 | Boston |
Uptown Swing Dance with Joshua Fialkoff & J-StreetPresented by Hop to the Beat Dance Studio at Brookline Tai Chi August 7, 2010 Swing Dancing monthly to live music. The atmosphere is always fun and friendly with people of all levels attending. Beginners are welcome and you do not need to come with a partner. Lesson 8:15-9:00pm starts with basics for beginners and about the last 15 minutes include a different intermediate move each month. Live music for dancing 9:00pm-Midnight. | Hop to the Beat Dance Studio | 08/07/10 | Brookline |
Walnut Hill School for the Arts Summer Ballet Presented by Walnut Hill School for the Arts August 6-August 7, 2010 The final Dance performance of the season showcases diverse styles and features all summer dance students. | Walnut Hill School for the Arts | 08/06/10- 08/07/10 | |
Yin Mei DancePresented by Jacob's Pillow Dance at Doris Duke Theatre August 4-August 8, 2010 In "City of Paper", luminous dancer and artist Yin Mei creates an entire post-modern dream landscape of strong, sensuous movement. Described as "a dancer of luminous clarity" whose movement is "a combination of delicacy and strong intention" (Los Angeles Times), Mei is joined by dance artist Kota Yamazaki and Beijing Opera star Weng Guo Sheng. Mei uses stunning visual art, multimedia effects, and an original music score to provide a compelling atmosphere of... | Jacob's Pillow Dance | 08/04/10- 08/08/10 | Becket |
Dusan Tynek Dance Theatre Summer Intensive at Windhover Center for the Performing ArtsPresented by Dusan Tynek Dance Theatre August 14-August 8, 2010 Dance Workshop for College Level and Professional Dancers | Dusan Tynek Dance Theatre | 08/14/10- 08/08/10 | |
Bent Wit Cabaret: MYSTERYPresented by Bent Wit Cabaret // Axe 2 Ice Productions at Oberon August 8, 2010 This August 8th at OBERON, Axe To Ice Productions and the cast of Bent Wit Cabaret explore whodunit in their most enigmatic show yet! Hosted by the outrageous UnAmerika’s Sweetheart Karin Webb and the legendary 86-years-young Mary Dolan, and featuring a Deemed “provocative and waaayyyy ‘outside the box’ cabaret/burlesque… achieving kind of a growing ‘cult status’ amongst a Boston audience interested in something unique and challenging.” by... | Bent Wit Cabaret // Axe 2 Ice Productions | 08/08/10 | Cambridge |
Folk Dancing on the CharlesPresented by Charles River Conservancy August 15-August 8, 2010 As part of its Sunday Parkland Games series, the Charles River Conservancy is sponsoring free folk dancing lessons for all to enjoy at the base of the Weeks Footbridge in Cambridge. Dance the afternoon away in the shade on the banks of the Charles River! No previous dance experience is necessary, and all ages and abilities are welcome. | Charles River Conservancy | 08/15/10- 08/08/10 | |
One World Children's Enrichment ProgramPresented by The Mary Baker Eddy Library at Mary Baker Eddy Library July 6-August 10, 2010 The Mary Baker Eddy Library is hosting “One World;” a free enrichment program for children ages 4-10, featuring multicultural performances, craft activities, and book giveaways. Every Tuesday, 7/6–8/10, 10 a.m.-noon, children will get to make crafts, see live performances, and enjoy free admission to the Mapparium, a three-story, stained glass globe. Register in advance at www.mbelibrary.org/one-world-registration as capacity is limited to 150 kids/week. The performance... | The Mary Baker Eddy Library | 07/06/10- 08/10/10 | Boston |
Kyle Abraham/Abraham.in.MotionPresented by Jacob's Pillow Dance at Doris Duke Theatre August 11-August 15, 2010 An extraordinary performer called "equal parts power and grace" by Steve Sucato of Dance Magazine, which listed him among its elite "25 to Watch" in 2009, Kyle Abraham's diverse training in classical music, visual art, and dance forms from ballet to hip-hop give range and depth to his sleek, evocative work. His company performs "The Radio Show", which highlights the function of radio in urban history, culture, and community through pop music from the 1960s, 70s... | Jacob's Pillow Dance | 08/11/10- 08/15/10 | Becket |
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival: A Weekend OUT at the PillowPresented by Jacob's Pillow Dance August 13-August 15, 2010 A multitude of events, performances, and opportunities for LGBTQ individuals, couples, and families to meet and mingle with old and new friends. http://jacobspillow.org/festival/2010/08/a-weekend-out-at-the-pillow/ | Jacob's Pillow Dance | 08/13/10- 08/15/10 | |
Freaks & Geeks Burlesque Variety NightPresented by Iron Heart Circus at Oberon August 15, 2010 You've never seen burlesque & circus quite like this before. Come get your groove on as the lunch ladies show you their hot biscuits, accounting takes us back to purple velvet and the lab rats show you their own version of inner office politics. Come for the show - stay for the dance party. Freaks and Geeks is an 18+ show at OBERON, starting at 8 p.m. Tickets at $20 for general admission, $35 for VIP seating. Reservations are recommended. | Iron Heart Circus | 08/15/10 | Cambridge |
Swing Dance/Lindy Hop ClassesPresented by Hop to the Beat Dance Studio July 12-August 16, 2010 Lindy Hop is the original style of Swing Dancing and is an incredibly fun, creative partner dance. Classes emphasize lead/follow, rhythm, musicality, technique and styling, and are taught in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Singles and couples welcome. No partner necessary. | Hop to the Beat Dance Studio | 07/12/10- 08/16/10 | |
BARAKA: A Benefit for MataHariPresented by Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center at Multicultural Arts Center August 18, 2010 Annual student dance recital and showcase featuring diverse and mesmerizing dances from the Arab world presented by Meiver's students and guest artists, raising funds for MataHari. Matahari: Eye of the Day and its Solidarity Network projects address injustices and human rights violations, including gender violence, slavery, sexual & labor exploitation and immigrant rights violations in the US. Their mission is to create safe, healthy communities, while shaping a strong social movement,... | Cambridge Multicultural Arts Center | 08/18/10 | Cambridge |
Daniel Charon Dance IntensivePresented by The Dance Complex at Julie Ince Thompson Theatre at the Dance Complex August 16-August 20, 2010 This full-week workshop held at the Dance Complex in Cambridge, MA, will take the dancer from thoughtful preparation to technical and individual dance exploration. Each participant will apply fundamental principles into more complex repertory and partnering work. This workshop, for the pre-professional and professional adult dancer, will be co-taught by Daniel Charon and Natalie Desch. Daniel has been presenting his own choreography since 1995, and was a member of Doug Varone and Dancers and... | The Dance Complex | 08/16/10- 08/20/10 | Cambridge |
Walnut Hill School for the Arts Youth DancePresented by Walnut Hill School for the Arts August 21, 2010 This final performance of the summer features a variety of repertoire and all summer youth dance students. | Walnut Hill School for the Arts | 08/21/10 | |
{TWO: Two Dancers, Two Solos, Two Duets}Presented by Dance Complex at Julie Ince Thompson Theatre at the Dance Complex August 21, 2010 Dancer/Choreographer Daniel Charon, who spent ten years as lead dancer with Doug Varone and Dancers, will perform {TWO: two dancers, two solos, two duets} on Saturday, August 21, 2010 at 8:00 p.m. at the Julie Ince Thompson Theatre at The Dance Complex in Central Square, Cambridge. This intimate theatre will serve as the host to Daniel’s season finale, {TWO} will include an evening premiere and works in progress. This performance will celebrate Daniel’s unique choreographic... | Dance Complex | 08/21/10 | Cambridge |
New England Dancesport ClassicPresented by New England Dancesport Classic at Memorial Hall, Melrose August 21, 2010 One full day of non stop Competitive Ballroom dancing, comes to Melrose Ma at the Historic Memorial Hall featuring Amaturer and Pro/Am dancing in all styles as well as an evening gala with Professional Shows by Top New England Couples | New England Dancesport Classic | 08/21/10 | Melrose |
Massachusetts Dance Festival Statewide Event, 2010Presented by Massachusetts Dance Festival August 21-August 22, 2010 Massachusetts Dance Festival’s first annual statewide events, sponsored by the UMass Amherst Department of Music and Dance, will be held August 21st and 22nd at Boston Ballet, 19 Clarendon Street, Boston, and August 28th and 29th, at UMass Amherst (Totman Building) and The Fine Arts Center, Amherst. 2010 events at both sites include Saturday evening performances by eleven professional dance companies, and Sunday late afternoon performances by eleven emerging dance companies,... | Massachusetts Dance Festival | 08/21/10- 08/22/10 | |
Lucy Guerin Inc.Presented by Jacob's Pillow Dance at Doris Duke Theatre August 18-August 22, 2010 The essence of resilient spirit is expressed eloquently as a physical, emotional, and communal rebuilding in Lucy Guerin's award-winning "Structure and Sadness", called "an artfully constructed and sensitive study of fragility and memory" by Trespass Magazine (UK). Referencing the actual event of the 1970 West Gate Bridge collapse in Melbourne, Australia, the dancers literally build a set on stage, using arresting visuals and a detailed dance language as metaphors for the... | Jacob's Pillow Dance | 08/18/10- 08/22/10 | Becket |
A Jazz HappeningPresented by Jacob's Pillow Dance at Ted Shawn Theatre August 22, 2010 A dazzling one-night-only revue, "A Jazz Happening" brings Broadway to the Berkshires, highlighting the Jazz/Musical Theatre Dance students of The School at Jacob's Pillow as they perform alongside award-winning surprise guest celebrities and a live jazz band. This evening of style and pizzazz is directed by Chet Walker, original conceiver of "Fosse", and all proceeds support The School at Jacob's Pillow. Gold ticket buyers are invited to a post-show dessert reception... | Jacob's Pillow Dance | 08/22/10 | Becket |
The Vanaver CaravanPresented by Jacob's Pillow Dance at Doris Duke Theatre August 25-August 29, 2010 This global dance excursion will delight dance and world music fans of all generations. Celebrating its 35th anniversary, The Vanaver Caravan, a group of "highly versatile performers" who "eagerly explore every cranny of their art" (Dance Magazine), presents "Earthbeat", a show of rhythm and percussion with live music that journeys through Romanian stick dances, Appalachian clogging, and traditional and original choreography from India, Brazil, South Africa, and... | Jacob's Pillow Dance | 08/25/10- 08/29/10 | Becket |
Hubbard Street Dance ChicagoPresented by Jacob's Pillow Dance at Ted Shawn Theatre August 25-August 29, 2010 Adored by Jacob's Pillow audiences and back by popular demand, Hubbard Street returns for a dynamic Festival finale under its new artistic director, dance veteran Glenn Edgerton. This adventurous evening of works includes 'Bitter Suite' by Finnish dancemaker Jorma Elo and 'Tabula Rasa', an emotional tidal wave of movement by Batsheva's Ohad Naharin, set to music by Arvo Part. | Jacob's Pillow Dance | 08/25/10- 08/29/10 | Becket |
13th Annual Rhythm & Roots FestivalPresented by Lagniappe Productions September 3-September 5, 2010 The biggest roots music festival in New England with blues, New Orleans R&B, Cajun, Zydeco, Swing, Americana & more - this year featuring Robert Randolph & the Family Band, The Texas Tornados, Dave Alvin & the Guilty Women, Geoff Muldaur & the Texas Sheiks, CJ Chenier & the Red Hot Louisiana Band, Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys, Little Freddie King, Marcia Ball, Donna the Buffalo, Johnny Nicholas & the Texas All-Stars, Magnolia, Jeffery Broussard & the... | Lagniappe Productions | 09/03/10- 09/05/10 | |
A Summer Dream: Dance the Night Away to the Music of Bo and Bill Winiker OrchestraPresented by UpStairs on the Square at Upstairs on the Square Restaurant September 23, 2010 The summer is just the time for a dinner dance. As always, we’ll clear away the tables in the Monday Club Bar, strike up the band, and dance until we drop. The night will showcase the old-fashioned glamour of a dinner dance with all your favorite tunes—from swing to the fox trot. Come with friends, come single, or bring Prince or Princess Charming. Just come and twirl with us in this most romantic of evenings. | UpStairs on the Square | 09/23/10 | Cambridge |
Fraulein MariaPresented by ArtsEmerson at Paramount Theatre September 23-October 3, 2010 The playfully brilliant Doug Elkins merges modern and popular dance forms to reinvent Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music as an edgy yet fun-loving sing-along cabaret romp. | ArtsEmerson | 09/23/10- 10/03/10 | Boston |
Dance in the FellsPresented by Two Roads October 9, 2010 Dance in the Fells is a site-specific dance festival taking place in the Medford, Winchester and Stoneham corners of the Middlesex Fells. DITF seeks to broaden audiences of dance by appealing to both lovers of the art form as well as hiking/nature enthusiasts -- and offer a fresh view of the Fells landscape through live music and dance. The event is free and open to the public. Performances will occur between 2-6 p.m. on Saturday, October 9, 2010. (Rain date is Saturday, October 16.) | Two Roads | 10/09/10 | |
Uptown Swing Dance with Gordon WebsterPresented by Hop to the Beat Dance Studio at Brookline Tai Chi November 27, 2010 Swing Dancing monthly to live music. The atmosphere is always fun and friendly with people of all levels attending. Beginners are welcome and you do not need to come with a partner. Lesson 8:15-9:00pm starts with basics for beginners and about the last 15 minutes include a different intermediate move each month. Live music for dancing 9:00pm-Midnight. | Hop to the Beat Dance Studio | 11/27/10 | Brookline |
The NutcrackerPresented by The Hanover Theatre at The Hanover Theatre November 26-November 28, 2010 Jump start the Holiday Season with Worcester's Family Tradition of The Nutcracker presented by Ballet Arts Worcester November 26th-29th, 2010. This magical production is the collaborative artistic effort of the Youth Ballet Company of Ballet Arts Worcester joining with the live music of the Massachusetts Symphony Orchestra.
| The Hanover Theatre | 11/26/10- 11/28/10 | Worcester |
Enrichment Courses for Adults and ChildrenPresented by Tartt's Day Care Centers Inc. July 14-November 30, 2010 Tartt's Day Care Centers, Inc. established in 1946, is delighted to offer our own brand of Lifestyle Enrichment Courses at our convenient 1424 Tremont Street location minutes from Boston's Brigham Circle. Our LIVE WELL Series offers an exciting blend of Multicultural Dance, Fitness, and Hobby Classes for Adults as well as fun children's classes and activities. Enrich your life with our low cost, no membership required, courses designed to add a unique spin to your work-life balance. ... | Tartt's Day Care Centers Inc. | 07/14/10- 11/30/10 | |
YanvalouPresented by The Concert Series at Wellesley College at Jewett Auditorium December 4, 2010 Yanvalou is an ensemble that performs the traditional music of Africa and the Caribbean. The ensemble provides students with an opportunity to perform on authentic instruments and to experience a variety of cultures through their music. Performances are presented in collaboration with the Harambee dancers. | The Concert Series at Wellesley College | 12/04/10 | Wellesley |
Radio City Christmas SpectacularPresented by Citi Performing Arts Center at Citi Wang Theatre December 3-December 29, 2010 Direct from New York, The Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the world-famous Rockettes, makes a triumphant return to The Citi Performing Arts Center Wang Theatre! Most famous for their eye high kicks and precision dancing, the Radio City Rockettes thrilled over 350,000 Bostonians in 2004 and 2006. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this glamorous production. In addition the Rockette showstopper, “Twelve Days of Christmas,” this magical production features such... | Citi Performing Arts Center | 12/03/10- 12/29/10 | Boston |
Boston Fusion Exchange 2011Presented by Boston Fusion Exchange at Springstep January 7-January 9, 2011 About the Fusion Exchange. The Fusion Exchange (FX) is an annual dance event held in a different city every year. Prior locations have included Houston, TX (2008), Portland, OR (2009), and San Diego, CA (2010). In January 2011, we are heading to Boston, MA! It is a celebration of individual expression and sharing that experience with others through social dance. Imagination in Motion. Fusion is the combination of dance styles to best match the music that is playing. It is driven solely by... | Boston Fusion Exchange | 01/07/11- 01/09/11 | Medford |
Savion GloverPresented by Celebrity Series of Boston at The Opera House January 29, 2011 In the years since Savion Glover first exploded onto the stage in “Bring In da Noise, Bring In da Funk,” he has engaged in a relentlessly curious search for new ways to showcase tap dance while stripping it down to its essence. In his latest creation, “SoLo in TiMe,” Glover and company weave together tap song compositions and flamenco tradition in a breathtakingly electric montage of speed, rhythm, and song.
“Like George Balanchine, Glover makes you see... | Celebrity Series of Boston | 01/29/11 | Boston |
Burn the FloorPresented by Broadway Across America - Boston at Colonial Theatre March 8-March 13, 2011 The international dance sensation BURN THE FLOOR visits you direct from its record-breaking run on Broadway! You've seen Ballroom dance on shows like "Dancing with the Stars" and "So You Think You Can Dance." Now, with BURN THE FLOOR, you will feel, live on stage, all the passion, the drama and the sizzling excitement of 20 gorgeous champion dancers, in a true theatrical experience, a performance with a grace and athleticism that The New York Times calls,... | Broadway Across America - Boston | 03/08/11- 03/13/11 | Boston |
BeijingDance/LDTXPresented by Celebrity Series of Boston at Tsai Performance Center April 1-April 2, 2011 Founded in 2005, BeijingDance/LDTX (Lei Dong Tian Xia, literally translated as Thunder Rumbles Under Heaven) is China’s first non-governmental and independent professional dance company. Under the artistic direction of China’s leading choreographer, Willy Tsao, this company of 14 technically exquisite dancers is recognized internationally for its integration of Chinese culture with influences from abroad. The program will feature The Cold Dagger (excerpt), All River Red, and a... | Celebrity Series of Boston | 04/01/11- 04/02/11 | Boston |
The Donkey Show Avg. Event Rating(3.6 Stars): Presented by American Repertory Theater at Zero Arrow Theatre June 18, 2010-May 29, 2011 Avg. Event Rating (3.6 Stars):  From its six-year run in New York City to a world tour from London to Seoul, the celebrated smash hit The Donkey Show now takes Boston by storm, bringing the ultimate disco experience – a crazy circus of mirror balls and feathered divas, of roller skaters and hustle queens. Come party on the dance floor to all the 70s disco hits you know by heart as the show unfolds around you. The Donkey Show tells the story of A Midsummer Night’s Dream through the great 70s... | American Repertory Theater | 06/18/10- 05/29/11 | Cambridge |
West Side StoryPresented by Broadway Across America - Boston at Colonial Theatre June 14-July 9, 2011 More than fifty years ago one musical changed theater forever. Now it’s back on Broadway mesmerizing audiences once again. From the first note to the final breath, WEST SIDE STORY soars as the greatest love story of all time. Directed by its two-time Tony® Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents, WEST SIDE STORY remains as powerful, poignant and timely as ever. The new Broadway cast album of WEST SIDE STORY recently won the 2010 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Show Album. The... | Broadway Across America - Boston | 06/14/11- 07/09/11 | Boston |