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October 2006

WORLD DANCE MASTER SERIES - FLAMENCO WORKSHOP

This famous workshop, taught by master teacher, Andrea Del Conte, emphasizes:

• Upper body positioning
• Arm & hand movements
• Heelwork
• Rhythmic concepts
• Coordination

Live flamenco guitarist

Enrollment required online or at Steps - $200.00 for 8 weeks.

Andrea Del Conte is the founder and artistic director of Danza Espa=F1a, one of the most popular Spanish dance companies in the United States. With a diverse repertory rich in flamenco dance tradition, this ten-member ensemble, under the careful guidance of Andrea, has developed programs, which bring to American audiences the essence of Spanish dance, music and song, with emphasis on the relationship between the components of flamenco. Choreographers from both Spain and the United States have created works for the repertory, thereby continually adding fresh artistic insight and inspiration.

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WORLD DANCE MASTER SERIES - CLASSICAL INDIAN DANCE WORKSHOP

Introduction to Indian Dance of Odissi
Friday, October 20, 7:30-9:00pm

Open level Indian Dance of Odissi
Saturday, October 21, 6:00-7:30pm

Wear comfortable clothing, no shoes

Classical Indian dance has inspired many choreographers including Bob Fosse, Denishawn Dance Company, and the father of Theater Jazz, Jack Cole. Learn about the power of pli=E9, perfect head, neck and torso isolations. Learn about the intricate hand gestures (mudras) and their meaning.

Guru Bichitrananda Swain has emerged as one of the leading Gurus in the new generation of Odissi dancers. An exceptional performer, instructor and choreographer, he is a multifaceted artist who possesses a rare, in-depth understanding of this ancient art form.

He served as Principal and Chief Instructor at the Orissa Dance Academy for 15 years, having groomed a number of talented young artists into some of the world’s leading Odissi dancers. Sri Swain founded Rudrakshya in 2001 to develop and promote new works in Odissi dance, while simultaneously serving as a platform for young artists to showcase their talent.

HOW TO LOVE YOUR POINTE SHOES & RESPECT YOUR FEET

The School at Steps & Pointe magazine present

A Workshop for Advanced & Intermediate Ballet Students

including:
presentations and discussion with master teachers, a podiatrist, and professional dancers

learn about:
care of feet and shoes, getting a proper fit, finding the best shoe for your foot, your changing needs in support and flexibility

plus immediately following:
Pointe Shoe Fair with representatives from leading shoe manufacturers

to reserve a seat: e-mail todd@stepsnyc.com or
call 212-874-3678
Please RSVP by October 18

*a portion of the proceeds will be donated to The Emergency Fund for Student Dancers

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THE ULTIMATE INTRODUCTORY ADULT WORKSHOPS

Love Tap! But...no. . .I can't. . .not me?

Try our new tap class for adults and seniors that have little or no tap dance experience. Just bring your shoes, wear comfortable clothing and get out on the dance floor!

Join Ray Hesselink, from Imagine Tap! for this exciting new class.

Upcoming Ultimate Introductory Adult Workshops:
Ballet
Musical Theater
Pilates

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PERFORMANCE LAB SERIES

Open to ALL Interested artists

Dance, Music, Theater, Performance Art, Multidisciplinary Works
APPLICATION DEADLINE: OCT 27

The Lab Series will provide an opportunity for artists from all venues to experiment with the elements necessary to create a specific and unique work of art. The creator will be able to "test" the results by receiving CONFIDENTIAL, written, feedback from audience members on their perceptions of, and reactions to, the work.

Labs are held in the Steps Studio Theatre with minimal production support.

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NEW CLASSES! NEW TEACHERS!

Join Us for Some Exciting New Classes:

Jimmy Tate - Beginning Intermediate Tap -
Tuesdays, 1:00-2:30pm

Jimmy Tate - Advanced Intermediate Tap -
Mondays, 1:00-2:30pm

Andrew Nemr - Advanced Intermediate Tap -
Wednesdays, 2:30-4:00pm

Andrew Nemr - Advanced Beginning Tap -
Fridays, 6:15-7:45pm

Miguel Lopez - Intermediate Horton -
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:00-2:3opm

Mary MacLeod - Advanced Intermediate Theater Dance - Mondays & Fridays, 2:30- 4:00pm

Jason Winters - Intermediate Contemporary Jazz -
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:30-1:00pm

Coming November 6 - December 8
CHET WALKER - Advanced Intermediate Theater Dance Master Class - Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 2:30-4:30pm

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