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SHUTTLEFISH (Eva Steinmetz): In the middle of the lake

Lily Kind May 11, 2017 1 Comment

It feels like when I’ve rowed out to the middle of a lake alone on a cloudy-still day and suddenly I realize I’m in the middle of the lake.

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SPRING SERIES 2017 (BalletX): Intellectual and intriguing

Eri Yoneda May 8, 2017 No Comments

Though different in color and mood, all three pieces are entertaining and intellectual.

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Dance in Sketch: KUN-YANG LIN/ DANCERS

Chuck Schultz May 7, 2017 No Comments

The emotional battle to for the strength to re-experience the trauma took perseverance.

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ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET (NextMove Dance): Flawless and vibrant

Eri Yoneda May 5, 2017 No Comments

For the last program of the 2016-2017 season, NextMove Dance brings in Aspen Santa Fe Ballet to the Prince Theater, May 3-7.

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SANCTUARY (KUN-YANG LIN/DANCERS): Sanctuary for those who know pain

Eri Yoneda May 1, 2017 No Comments

A reality that we need to face, think about, and talk about.

Dance Reviews

BLACK STEAM (Philadanco): A multitude of one

Meredith Pellon April 21, 2017 No Comments

In celebration of it’s 47th year, PHILADANCO/The Philadelphia Dance Company presented BLACK STEAM, featuring two new works and two old ones.

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#IAMMADEOFSTARS (Almanac): Artistes of the floating world

Rhiannon Laymon April 11, 2017 1 Comment

combines the complex questions of humanity, (such as ‘Why am I here?’) with the natural improvisation life requires, and expresses it physically alongside a healthy dose of humor.

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POINTS OF LIGHT (Tangle Movements Arts): Feminine, powerful, innovative

Eri Yoneda April 11, 2017 No Comments

Philadelphia’s favorite circus art troupe Tangle Movement Arts was back in Old City’s Neighborhood House on April 7 and 8. Ever-changing and always in search…

Dance Features

Dance in Sketch: Jessica Lang Dance (NextMove)

Chuck Schultz April 11, 2017 No Comments

The program was quick and accumulative, with short pieces creating a common theme.

Dance Reviews

ROMANCE (PA Ballet): Fall in love with a provocative and diverse program

Eri Yoneda April 9, 2017 No Comments

ROMANCE showcases the diversity and beauty of the Pennsylvania Ballet’s dancers.

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SHADOWLAND (Pilobolus Dance Theater): A dynamic journey

Meredith Pellon April 7, 2017 No Comments

An intricate show with a captivating journey maintained with ease through each scene.

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JESSICA LANG DANCE (NextMove Dance): Simply beautiful and vocal

Eri Yoneda April 7, 2017 No Comments

Lang’s choreographies, and the movement of her dancers, give the impression of being settling and modest.

Dance Reviews

THE DELPHI PROJECT ANNUAL PERFORMANCE (with PA Ballet): Child’s play

Eri Yoneda March 31, 2017 No Comments

Art is a way to express the truth. The truth of our emotions. The truth of our lives. The truth of ourselves.

Dance Features

The excitement happens at BalletX’s Premier Party 2017

Eri Yoneda March 28, 2017 No Comments

Cocktails, dinner, and top-class dance.

Dance Features Reviews

Dance in Sketch: LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLO (Prince Theater)

Chuck Schultz March 21, 2017 No Comments

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo has made its trademark to have male dancers crossdress in tutus. NextMove Dance brought the company’s signature style to the Prince Theater March 8-12, 2017.