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Spring Performance Workshop
CLOGGING with Barbary Coast Cloggers
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Instructors: Ian Enriquez
Timing: Sundays, March 21 - June 6, 3:30-5:30pm
Clogging is America 's first folk dance and came together when immigrants from different cultures shared their music and dance with each other. The results were bluegrass and clogging. The first half of the class will focus on beginning clogging steps mixed in traditional square formations set to bluegrass music.The second half of the class will focus on the evolution of clogging. Over time, steps continued to evolve and incorporate more intricate movement. Set to contemporary dance hits, the class will get a little more down and dirty as we learn clogging that embodies more of a hip hop vibe.
The Barbary Coast Cloggers (www.barbarycoast.org) are a non-profit organization founded in 1981 and have performed all across North America at world fairs, national clogging events, the San Francisco Ethnic Dance Festival, including performances with Nancy Sinatra and right before bluegrass legend Earl Scruggs! Ian Enriquez has been performing with the company since 2004 after completing his studies in dance, with a focus on the influence of African dance. Prior to joining the group, he performed with dance ensembles in the Philippines, England, and Oberlin, Ohio.
$156 (Pre-Reg); $174 (Late Reg); $16 (Drop In)
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FLAMENCO
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Instructors: Danica Sena
Timing: Saturdays, March 20 - June 6, 4:00-5:30 pm
This unique class is designed for novices as well as aficionados of Flamenco and Spanish dance. After a brief, multi-media historical/cultural/musical overview Master Teacher Danica Sena will introduce students to basic rhythmic structure and movement. Open to all ages (families encouraged) and no prior experience required.
Danica Sena is a choreographer/performer who is internationally recognized for her extraordinary energy and artistry. Her Mediterranean roots and an undying passion for knowledge has led her on a decade-long journey to master the art of Flamenco/Spanish Dance and Culture, and to the development of a unique methodology that has lauded her superior as an instructor of both youth and adults. Along with her complete and eclectic dance training she is a consummate singer, musician (piano, flute, violin) and actor and her original choreographies have been performed throughout the U.S., Spain, Mexico, Japan and the Czech Republic. In 1996 she founded the International Ago Arena Dance Festival in Ugata, Japan which received critical acclaim and is still active today. As a performer she has shared the stage with Ojos de Brujo, Noche Flamenca and renowned director John Mauceri at the Hollywood Bowl, Larry Vuckovich, Carmela Greco, Deepak Chopra, Compañia Rafael Aguilar, Soul Force, Rosa Montoya Bailes Flamencos, Ana Gonzalez, Daniel Doña (Baile Nacional de España,"Chanta la Mui")and La Tania. Ms. Sena brings to her students a dedication to excellence while maintaining freshness and sincere joy in the learning process. She is proud to be on faculty at ODC/Rhythm & Motion and currently teaches both Flamenco and Fusion Rhythms Dance Workout.
(Mixed Level)
Workshop $156 (Pre-Reg); $174 (Late-Reg); $16(Drop In)
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HIP HOP
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Instructors: Dexandro Montalvo
Timing: Saturdays, March 20- June 6: 2:00-3:30pm
Dexandro's warm up is based on working on cardio while strengthening and lengthening muscles used in the physicality of Hip Hop dance. His routines are a combination of both smooth and sharp movement and playing with the dynamic of both to create interesting and unique combinations that blend together different styles of hip hop.
Dexandro "D" Montalvo started dancing at the age of 14 and received his professional hip hop dance training in NYC. He has appeared on television shows on MTV, BET, Telemundo, and Fox. Dexandro's choreography has appeared in music videos, television, venues nationally, and has taught hip hop dance classes in various schools in New York , including SUNY Purchase College . After getting his BFA in Dance, he was offered a contract with the Liss Fain Dance Company and moved to San Francisco . Since his move to San Francisco , he has had the pleasure of teaching for National Dance Week, SFDC, Alonzo King's LINES Professional Program, and ODC's Youth Program.
(Mixed Level)
Workshop $156 (Pre-Reg); $174 (Late-Reg); $16 (Drop In)
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HOUSE DANCE
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Instructors: Odie
Timing: Saturdays, March 20- June 6, (no class 3/27 or 5/30) 3:30- 5:00 pm
House Dance is an umbrella term referring to underground club styles originating in Chicago and NYC. House Dance is done to House Music. This workshop will introduce students to core movement styles including jacking, footwork, and lofting. This special performance based workshop will use the fundamental house dance styles and build on the routine every week. This is a great way to get some exercise, meet new people, and have some fun. At the end of the workshop students will perform the piece in front of friends and family at ODC. Originally from New York and New Jersey, Odie grew up in the east coast hip hop scene, first being exposed to “bboying” (break dancing) in front of his parents store in the south Bronx at the age of 5. After moving to the bay area in 1999, he encountered the house music scene at raves such as Home Base and became involved in the club scene, promoting for "Remedy" for over 5 years. By partying in the San Francisco nightlife he has built a following and helped expose many of the club dancers to the style. Considered the go-to-guy for Bay Area House Dance, he has hosted many famous house dancers from around the world, bringing them to San Francisco to share their knowledge. He studied the style of house dance from NYC master Brian "footwork" Green. Odie is the founding member of Flo-ology Dance Collective. He has spent the last 10 years building the west coast house dance scene, teaching from San Diego to San Francisco, spreading the knowledge and growing this culture. He has won various contest such as Flavor Groups all style contest and performed at large events such as the SF Hip Hop Festival.
(Mixed Level)
Workshop $130 (Pre-Reg); $145 (Late-Reg); $16 (Drop In)
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MEXICAN FOLKLORIC
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Instructors: Norberto Martinez
Timing: Sundays, March 21 - June 6, 4:30- 6:00 pm
In this introductory class, students will be transported to the colorful, energetic and expressive world of Mexican folk culture. Students will learn about the traditional dance and music from Mexico along with its varied footwork accompaniment. Note: Character shoes or hard-soled shoes recommended. Norberto Martínez is a native of Yucatán peninsula, México with over 10 years experience internationally as dance instructor, choreographer and performer. He is founder/artistic director of Folklórico Atlatonín and collaborates regularly with dance companies of all styles throughout the Bay Area.
(Mixed Level)
Workshop $156 (Pre-Reg); $174 (Late-Reg); $16 (Drop In)
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SAMBA
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Instructors: Raffaella Falchi
Timing: Sundays, March 21 - June 6, (no class 4/4), 2:00- 3:30 pm
This is an energetic and aerobic samba class incorporating several styles of Brazilain dance: Rio (Carnaval) samba, Samba Axe' (from Bahia which includes learning fun dance routines to up tempo-songs), Samba Reggae (Afro-Brazilian influences), and Frevo (a fast paced dance originating from Pernambuco).
Intermediate level: must have taken a samba class or workshop previously. Check in with the instructor if unsure.
Raffaella has been a professional Brazilian dance performer since 1998. Raffaella’s dance training and experience includes performing professionally with numerous Brazilian dance companies in the Bay Area and performing both locally and internationally both in Europe and Brazil . She has performed in numerous types of events including the SF Carnaval Ball and many SF Carnaval Parades. In 2004, she became co-founder of Sambamora Dance Company which offers dance classes, performances and costume design in the Bay Area. Raffaella’s samba class was also awarded best of the bay in 2004. She is currently teaching samba workshops through ODC/ Rhythm and Motion and UCSF Bakar Fitness Center . She also teaches youth samba classes at Out Of Site Youth Arts Center.
(Intermediate)
Workshop $143 (Pre-Reg); $159.50 (Late-Reg); $16 (Drop In)
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RHYTHM TAP
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Instructors: Tyler Knowlin
Timing: Saturdays, March 20 - June 6, 5:30- 7:00pm
In this intermediate level workshop, you will learn technique and performance skills. The bottom line, however, is education and fun. We will learn a little bit of the history of tap dance and the roots of this amazing art form. This will be a style of tap that people of all ages will be able to enjoy. If you enjoy tap dancing and performing, you are not going to want to miss this class.
Tyler Knowlin has been tap dancing since age five. Originally from Connecticut, Tyler has performed in New York City with such legends as Gregory Hines, Savion Glover, Jimmy Slide, Diane Walker, Brenda Bufalino, Jason Samuels-Smith, and many more. Tyler has been in YM Magazine, for an issue on up and coming tap dancers. He attended the Academy of the Arts in Hartford, CT where he studied acting and dance. Tyler has been in numerous commercials, and a few independent films. He has always held dance above all else, looking to educate others and preserve the art form of Tap!
(Mixed Level)
Workshop $96 (Pre-Reg); $108 (Late-Reg); $16 (Drop In)
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STREET DANCE FUSION
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Instructors: Nicole Klaymoon
Timing: Sundays, March 21 - June 6, 12:30-2:00 pm
This is a combination of House Dance, Waacking, and Release Technique. The class includes a yoga flow warm-up, rhythm based footwork, choreography, and improvisational movement across the floor. The class emphasizes the internal rhythm or “grove” that comes alive when we listen and surrender to the beat. It is a space to cultivate ones authentic free-style and dance with feeling. All levels are welcome.
Nicole Klaymoon received a B.A. in dance from UCLA. Her one-woman show, The Sixth Vowel, combines underground dance styles with spoken-word and theater. She has toured her solo show to various festivals around the world. Some of which include, Hip-Hop Theater Festival New York and DC, Miami Project Hip-Hop, Illadelph Legends of Hip-Hop Festival in Philadelphia, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland. Klaymoon has also danced in works directed by Rennie Harris, Marc Bamuthi-Joseph, Kamilah Forbes, and Meredith Monk.
(Mixed Level)
Workshop $156 (Pre-Reg); $174 (Late-Reg); $16 (Drop In)
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TAI CHI SWORD
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Instructors: Liping Zhu
Timing: Sundays, March 21 - June 6, 6:00-7:30 pm
In this workshop, we will study Taoist Master Yu Anren’s family tradition of Taiyi Riding the Wind Sword, which is the brother form of Master Yu’s Swimming Dragon Chuan. Originated from Wudang mountain in China, this sword form is very rare and uniquely beautiful and energetic. Previous sword experience recommended. Drop– ins okay for the first 3 weeks. Note: You will need to bring your own Taichi sword.
Liping Julia Zhu is a certified Qigong/Taichi instructor from China and a disciple of Taoist Master Yu Anren. She was a gold medalist in the 1996 International Martial Arts Tournament. She is the Qigong instructor at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, a licensed acupuncturist, and a Zen student, currently residing at San Francisco Zen Center. More at www.qidragon.com
(Mixed Level)
Workshop $156 (Pre-Reg); $174 (Late-Reg); $16 (Drop In)
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HIP HOP JAZZ
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Instructors: Christian Crawford
Timing: Sundays, March 28 - June 6, 6:00-7:30pmIn Christiane's workshop you will develop choreography, performance skills i.e. "giving face", learn patterns and placement, create connections with other dancers and have fun! Choreography will be posted on You Tube to practice with. All levels are welcome. (Some rehearsals, especially the 2 two prior to the show, will run late).
A native San Franciscan from the Mission District, Christiane has developed her own style and technique by blending street and club moves with formal training studied since age 5. She was a member of Culture Shock and the director /choreographer for her own company, Rare Form. Christiane teaches regularly at Rhythm & Motion/ODC Dance Commons.
(Mixed Level)
Workshop $143 (Pre-Reg); $159.50 (Late Reg); $16 (Drop In)
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PERCUSSION
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Instructors: Zeke Nealy
Timing: Sundays, March 21- June 6, 4:30-6:00pmThis is an energetic class incorporating several styles of drumming. Including Congolese, Haitian, Cuban, among others. Don’t miss this opportunity to come learn from a Master Drummer with over 30 years of experience!
Zeke Nealy, born in Panama City, Florida, is a Master Drummer residing in the SF Bay Area. Zeke has played for thousands of dance classes, at SFSU, SFCC as well as most dance studios in the Bay Area. Zeke has studied and played with the best: Congolese with Malonga Casquelourde, Cuban with Carlos Aldama, Haitian with Frisner Augustin, among others. He has accompanied such legendary dancers as Katherine Dunham and Jean-Leon Destine. Zeke is the director of the ‘Haitian Dance and Drum Retreat’, held yearly in San Francisco, now in it’s tenth year.
(Mixed Level)
Workshop $156 (Pre-Reg); $174 (Late Reg); $16 (Drop In)
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SALSA & RUEDA
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Instructors: Sidney Weaverling & Ryan Mead
Timing: Sundays, March 21-June 6, 5:30-7:00pm
These twelve-week-long workshops are geared to fine-tune your Salsa and Rueda dance skills for performance. Each week we will gradually build towards completion of a fun and challenging choreography, which we will present at the Student Showcase in early June. During the workshop, students will apply and develop their knowledge of partnering technique, turn patterns, rhythm, and body-movement, taking their studio and social dancing skills to the performance level. In each choreography we combine classic Cuban salsa moves and original moves that we develop specifically for that piece. We are inspired by great Cuban music and are excited to share our enthusiasm with you. We truly choreograph to the music, using movement to fully express the intricate and multi-layered rhythms of each song. Some prerequisites apply for both levels. If you are unsure of your level, please contact the instructors at ryanandsidney@gmail.com.
Ryan Mead has nearly two decades of experience as a percussionist. Being both dancer and percussionist, Ryan is uniquely positioned to illuminate that most fundamental, yet seldom discussed, part of dance – its connection with the music. Sidney Weaverling has more than 10 years of experience as a teacher, performer, and choreographer. Apart from her remarkable proficiency with Cuban popular dance, she has extensive knowledge of Brazilian and African styles.
You can find videos of past student performances at www.RuedaConRitmo.com.
(Int/Adv Level)
Workshop $156 (Pre-Reg); $174 (Late Reg); $16 (Drop in)
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Summer Contemporary Workshops
Collaborative Processes
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Instructors: Robert Moses
Timing: June 7-11
Robert Moses will lead this technically demanding, intellectually challenging, and artistically stimulating workshop. This choreographic and performance program provides an opportunity for intermediate and advanced dance students who are dedicated, disciplined, and have a love the arts to immerse themselves in an intensive training session. Collaborative Processes is designed to expose students to practical performance and creative approaches to stage presentation and problem solving for the stage. The course is recommended for dancers, actors and composers desiring to understand the major issues associated with problem solving, process, and forcing context in representational work. REGISTER TODAY! $280 for one week early bird registration by May 15th; $300 for one week; $550 for two weeks. To register for any ODC School Summer 2010 Contemporary Workshop (excluding Janice Garrett), call 415-863-9830x100 or visit the ODC Dance Commons Front Desk.
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The Intimate Act of Partnering
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Instructors: Robert Moses
Timing: June 14-18
This partnering and performance program provides an opportunity for intermediate and advanced dance students who are dedicated, disciplined, and have a love the art to immerse themselves in an intensive training session. Students take class with Robert and long time company members Monday, Wednesday and Friday of this five day workshop. Students have the opportunity to create and perform movement in a supportive professional studio atmosphere, which will culminate in an in-studio performance. The program is designed to give dancers a taste of what a company life is like with Robert Moses Kin. The course is recommended for dancers interested in the intimate act of partnering. REGISTER TODAY! $280 for one week early bird registration by May 15th; $300 for one week; $550 for two weeks. To register for any ODC School Summer 2010 Contemporary Workshop (excluding Janice Garrett), call 415-863-9830x100 or visit the ODC Dance Commons Front Desk.
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Movement Alchemy: the Creative Process with Sara Shelton Mann
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Instructors: Sara Shelton Mann
Timing: July 12-16: 1-4pm
Movement Alchemy is a creative laboratory workshop of physical and mental training for movers and performers. This workshop will engage solo, partnering and group processes through systems of the body/mind in action including visualization, energy training, full dancing and composing. Clear away distractions, unplug from patterns, explore boundaries, engage and dance without thinking while simultaneously perceiving one’s creative mind. Aspects of the Energetic Body will be incorporated based on Sara’s years of study in healing modalities. This workshop is for the delicate in body but strong in heart as well as the delicate in heart but strong in body. It is for those who love to dance and want more. REGISTER TODAY! $200 for early bird registration by July 1st; $230 regular price. To register for any ODC School Summer 2010 Contemporary Workshop (excluding Janice Garrett), call 415-863-9830x100 or visit the ODC Dance Commons Front Desk.
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Access Ease & Freedom through the Feldenkrais Method®
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Instructors: Augusta Moore
Timing: July 19-23: 1-4pm
The Feldenkrais Method® offers an opportunity to address outmoded habits, compromised self expression, fear and injury through exploration and sensitive movement refining. In this workshop, Augusta will use Feldenkrais® movements to help students develop an internal sense and trust of their bodies. Greater awareness helps to build confidence and ease pain or discomfort creating joyful mental and physical agility. This class is open to anyone who wants to improve their well being and build a broader movement repertoire. REGISTER TODAY! $200 for early bird registration by July 1st; $225 regular price. To register for any ODC School Summer 2010 Contemporary Workshop (excluding Janice Garrett), call 415-863-9830x100 or visit the ODC Dance Commons Front Desk.
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Ledges & Bones Workshops
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Instructors: Holly Johnston
Timing: July 26 - 30, MWF: 10am - 3pm, T/Th: 12pm - 4pm and August 16 - 20, 12pm - 5pm
This one or two week program is based on rigorous technical training, with a concentration on the intelligent use of the body to realize each individual’s physical potential. Celebrating artistic imagination, the program advances technical, improvisational, partnering and performance skills. The focus is to develop uninhibited artistry and technical virtuosity. We will explore high-speed idiosyncratic language until nuanced articulation lay with ease beneath the skin. This work will take one into extreme physical terrains with confidence and efficiency. Johnston creates a warm and playful environment that encourages dancers to devour discovery and to express it in their bodies through the science of movement and the art of choreography. Dancers interested in joining the Ledges & Bones Company are encouraged to take both weeks. REGISTER TODAY! $225 for week 1; $275 for week 2; $450 for both weeks. To register for any ODC School Summer 2010 Contemporary Workshop (excluding Janice Garrett), call 415-863-9830x100 or visit the ODC Dance Commons Front Desk.
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Technique, Repertory, and Performance Skills with Janice Garrett & Dancers
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Instructors: Janice Garrett
Timing: August 2-6 and August 9-13, 10am - 4pm
This intensive workshop is for intermediate and advanced dancers who want to enhance their performance skills through a dynamic and deeply physical immersion in technique and repertory. Each day will consist of a 2-hour modern technique class followed by a 3-hour repertory session designed to encourage participants to excel beyond limitations and perform to their highest potential. Each workshop session will culminate in an informal performance. To enroll, follow this link - http://janicegarrettanddancers.org/classes.htm. REGISTER TODAY! $360 for one week 1; $675 for both weeks.
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Stephen Petronio Company: Teachnique & Repertory
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Instructors: Amanda Wells
Timing: August 23, 25 & 27: 10am - 12pm
Petronio Technique is a uniquely sophisticated language of movement developed over the past 25 years. Classes are focused on building rigorous and intelligent movement. Beginning with a warm-up, which guides the participants to make a muscular and skeletal connection to their unique physicality, emphasis is placed on the articulation of the spine, the opening of the joints and the direction and flow of energy throughout the body and into space. This preparation is followed by phrases and variations of movement derived from Company Repertory addressing its unique focus on dynamic sequencing, poly-rhythmic initiation and a sense of fearlessness within a complex architectural forms. REGISTER TODAY! $50 for all 3 classes; $20 drop-in. To register for any ODC School Summer 2010 Contemporary Workshop (excluding Janice Garrett), call 415-863-9830x100 or visit the ODC Dance Commons Front Desk.
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Workshop
TRIBAL BELLY DANCE
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Instructors: Jill Parker
Timing: Saturdays, April 10 - May 22, 2:30- 4:00 pmAn exploration in musicality for improvisational bellydancers of all levels. Workshop attendees will have the option to perform a short piece at a students salon I host at Friday May 14th 7-10pm at Om Shan Tea (tea house) in the Mission. The Saturday May 15th and 22nd are our last classes. In those classes we'll provide each other with invaluable peer critique including positive feedback, thoughts on improvement, closing thoughts about our performances, etc.
Enjoy belly dance classes with Jill Parker, international award winning instructor, choreographer, and director. Jill is considered “Mamma of the modern tribal fusion belly dance movement.” She is an original member of FatChanceBellyDance, founder/director of Ultra Gypsy, Djun Djun, Zambra! (flamenco & belly dance fusion copany, co-directed by Carola Zertuche of Theatro Flamenco), and Foxglove Sweethearts. With over two decades of experience, she has trained many top dancers in the tribal fusion genre. Jill’s big heart and deep love for this intoxicating art form shine through in her classes and performances. She is an exceptional teacher with a knack for demystifying this sensuous dance, making its techniques accessible to new dancers, while offering tremendous insights for refinement to advanced dancers. For the latest information please visit www.myspace.com/foxglovesweethearts and www.ultragypsy.com.
(Mixed Level)
Workshop $84 (Pre-Reg); $94.50 (Late-Reg); $16 (Drop In)
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Hula - IMAGINE
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Instructors: Misao Mizuno
Timing: Sundays, June 20 and 27; 4-6pm
In this special two day workshop Kumu 'Imipona Misao Mizuno will share her Hula choreography of IMAGINE by J.Lennon. Chant protocol and basic hula steps wll be taught as well. Beginners welcome.
Misao Mizuno has taught at colleges and major dance studios in the Bay Area. She has performed at the Opening Ceremonies of Merrie Monarch, Indigenous People's Conference, and at W.P.P.D. at Mt. Fuji. She and her troupe, Na Manu Lani O Anuenue (Heavenly Birds of Rainbow), have performed and supported many events that promote peace, unity, and the environment.
$20 Drop In; &38 Both days
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