Archive: Performances and Events

Pop-Up FALL Sound Garden on West River Parkway

Dancers Leslie O’Neill, Megan Mayer, Sarah Baumert, and Erika Hansen perform their site-specific, roving, durational movement scores across a three-acre site along West River Parkway as part of composer/director JG Everest’s immersive FALL Sound Garden sound and performance installation event.

The roving movement scores will begin by 1:00pm and will come and go throughout the space until 4:00pm.

The third of four seasonal “pop-up” Sound Garden events along West River Parkway in 2021, the FALL Sound Garden features layers of site-specific dance, music, poetry, and visual art among some of the oldest trees in Minneapolis.

Sound Gardens are designed as durational, self-guided experiences intended for audience to connect more meaningfully to a particular place and the natural world. The spatial sound score and live dance and musical elements are meant to accompany the sounds and physical elements that are already there – the birds, the trees, the wind, the leaves. Audiences are encouraged to both circulate and linger at their own pace, following their own impulses for what to pay attention to.

Saturday, October 2
12:00-4:00pm
Free admission, but reservations required

Limited capacity.

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Twin Cities Ballet Announces Full Season of Live, In-Person Performances

Twin Cities Ballet is thrilled to announce a season of in-person performances, featuring exciting premieres, the return of some of our most popular ballets, and, as always, fantastic dancing and storytelling. You won’t want to miss it!

Season Highlights:

Dracula: This world premiere is part of a mixed bill performance at Ames Center in Burnsville on October 27-28.
Dracula will have an original libretto based on the classic novel, with an original musical score composed for this production by Minnesota composer Simon Sperl.

A Minnesota Nutcracker: TCB’s beloved holiday classic with a Minnesota twist returns to Ames Center on December 10–12, and will include the launch of its new sensory-relaxed performance series, the first of its kind in Minnesota. These performances are designed to be more accessible for persons with sensory sensitivities and families with young children.

In addition, TCB’s one-hour Mini-Nutcracker at Lakeville Area Arts Center on November 30 is a perfect way to introduce children and families to this holiday delight.

TCB’s Choreographic Voices: TCB artists will explore the creative process and present experimental and new works on January 28-29 at the Dance Cube performance space at Ballet Royale Minnesota in Lakeville.

Pink Floyd’s The Wall: A Rock Ballet: Back by popular demand, TCB will be performing its smash-hit original rock ballet at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul on March 11–13, with live music from popular local band Momentary Lapse of Floyd.

Giselle: The season will conclude with the beautiful ballet classic, Giselle, at Ames Center in Burnsville on May 6–8. This will be the Twin Cities Ballet company premiere of one of the most popular and enduring ballet favorites.

These activities are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board and the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Inspired: Journey to Varanasi with Ragamala Dance Company

Be transported to Varanasi, the City of Light. Follow the poetry of daily life in this ancient holy city along the Ganges River from sunrise to sunset as you watch the short film, Amazing Places on Our Planet, in the Northrop lobby. Experience an exclusive behind-the-scenes view of Ranee and Aparna Ramaswamy’s new work as they rehearse The Fires of Varanasi: Dance of the Eternal Pilgrim followed by a Q&A. Enjoy a taste of Indian culture during the post-program reception with traditional Indian music and catering by Hot Indian Foods.

Premiere: Prairie Woods SOUND GARDEN near Spicer, MN

he premiere of composer / director JG Everest’s new site-specific performance installation: a new Sound Garden composed and designed specifically for the wooded Geer Island at the Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center in Spicer, MN.

A truly immersive art and nature experience in a pristine nature preserve. Two hours drive west of the Twin Cities.

Admission is free!

Featuring a live roving movement score by dancers Leslie O’Neill, Sarah Baumert, and Erika Hansen, with live accompaniment by the Free Range Orchestra & Choir, and more.

Saturday, August 7
12:00-4:00pm
Free admission

Presented by Wavelets Creative in partnership with the Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center.

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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

Live @ The Shed, premiering LDV

Back by popular demand, Live @ The Shed, produced by Hatch Dance and HoneyWorks, returns to the Lab Taproom, August 7-8, 2021.

Twenty-six of the Twin Cities most vibrant dancers come together for an outdoor dance event featuring the world premiere of LDV, co-choreographed by Berit Ahlgren and Helen Hatch. Inspired by and set to the soundtrack of Federico Fellini’s 1960 film La Dolce Vita, Ahlgren, Hatch and the ensemble embark on a non-linear joy-ride full of whimsy, sweet optimism and goofy charm, undercut by sinister and cunning moments that ultimately color life. A multi-talented and multi-generational cast bring their energies and experiences together in the creation of this new work.

Starting the evening with works in progress from the following choreographers:

August 7, 5:30pm
Genevieve Waterbury; Judith Brin Ingber; Juliana Johnson; Penelope Freeh with the dancers of St. Paul Ballet

August 7, 8:00pm
Scott Willits; Helen Hatch; Jennifer Mack; Elena Hollenhorst

August 8, 3:00pm
Gemma Isaacson; Blake Nellis and Joe Tennis; Juliana Johnson; Penelope Freeh with the dancers of St. Paul Ballet

August 8, 5:30pm
Judith Brin Ingber; Helen Hatch; Scott Willits; Elena Hollenhorst

August 8, 8:00pm
Genevieve Waterbury; Gemma Isaacson; Blake Nellis and Joe Tennis; Jennifer Mack

LDV features Berit Ahlgren, Helen Hatch, Hannah Benditt, Jeremy Bensussan, Judith Brin Ingber, Nicole Brown, Stephanie Fellner, Zhauna Franks, Alejandra Iannone, Gemma Isaacson, Juliana Johnson, Jennifer Mack, Samantha Meryhew, Kelli Miles, Da’Rius Malone, Blake Nellis, Yolanda Pauly, Amanda Sachs, Tristen Sanborn, Connor Simone, Rhapsody Stiggers, Joe Tennis, Lauren Vasilakos, Elliana Vesely, Genevieve Waterbury, and Scott Willits.

Northrop Presents The State Ballet of George Today

Back by popular demand, The State Ballet of Georgia’s original film gets an encore on Northrop’s plaza in a special outdoor screening. Created specifically for Northrop audiences, this peek at the Georgian ballet company features gala-style excerpts of ballet repertory, interviews with Artistic Director Nina Ananiashvili and featured dancers, and breathtaking views of the State Opera and Ballet Theatre and the city of Tbilisi. The film’s featured ballet repertory includes clips from a number of ballets including Laurencia, premiered in 1939 by Vakhtang Chabukiani; Sagalobeli, a 2007 ballet choreographed to Georgian folk melodies by Yuri Possokhov; Leonid Lavrovsky’s Romeo and Juliet, which was the first full version choreographed to Prokofiev’s score; and a taste of The State Ballet of Georgia’s Giselle.

Before the film, live music by Four Voices String Quartet will set the scene for an evening of beauty and art. The ensemble, all members of the Minnesota Opera Orchestra, are frequent performers in the Northrop Dance Series. An accomplished classical ensemble, they have collaborated extensively across genres and are currently focusing on works of living female composers.

The film will be subtitled in English, with other accessibility services available upon request.

Chaconne – Live Dance and Music Performance

Dancer, Yuki Tokuda will bring live performances with violinist, Natsuki Kumagai (MN Orchestra) at Peavey Plaza in downtown Minneapolis.

Tokuda’s choreography on J.S Bach’s Chaconne expresses that there is always a hope during darkness and after sorrow.

Featuring music by Johann Sebastian Bach, Charles Auguste de Bériot, Eugène Ysaÿe.

Choreographer – Yuki Tokuda
Violin – Natsuki Kumagai
Dancers – Hannah Benditt, Jarod Boltjes, Ashley Chin- Mark, Erika Ellis, Andrew Lester, Yuki Tokuda

Saturday, August 14, 2:00pm
Sunday, August 15, 2:00pm

Rain or shine. This show is free to the public, but please register ahead of time for arts board verification of audience attendance:
https://chaconne-peaveyplaza.eventbrite.com

Yuki Tokuda is a fiscal year 2021 recipient of a Creative Support for Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

The Fox & Beggar Theater presents “Goodnight, Absalom!”

It’s “Goodnight, Absalom!”, the latest production from the Fox & Beggar Theater! This surreal comedy fuses street theater, puppetry, and dance into a whimsical critique of American capitalism, performed on our hand-painted solar-powered double-decker vaudeville stage!

Come catch a FREE show on Friday, September 10 at Powderhorn Park, or on Sunday evening, September 12 at Frogtown Farm.
Show starts at 7:30 and will run approximately 75 minutes, with a short audience Q+A afterwards.

In the fictional town of Absalom, a larger-than-life chess match is played between two sinister railroad barons. Their strange game moves through a series of vignettes – the Dance of the Pawns, the Dance of the Knights, the Dance of the Bishops, etc. – in which the unfortunate chess pieces find themselves being made to do battle inside a prison they do not fully understand. As the game progresses, the chess pieces begin to become cognizant of their bleak situation…and attempt to lead a rebellion against the game itself.

Universal Dance Destiny 17th Showcase

Come experience diversity of culture like never before as you witness dance ensembles from various cultures perform their “Dances of Nature”! Two professional dance artists will fly in from Los Angeles as special guests performers for the evening. Come see who they are! Also, enjoy tasty exotic snacks, desserts, and appetizers from across the globe!

UDD presents one of the most unique, diverse showcases in the Midwest. Mark your calendars and let’s get ready to heat up the city – it’s on for the SEVENTEENTH time. You don’t want to miss this!

Universal Dance Destiny showcases brings the community together by providing a platform for new and seasoned performers to present their work to a diverse audience. Its family-friendly environment is defined within its high spaced and high energy performance experience designed to ignite excitement that will leave viewers talking about it to friends and families after the event. The showcase highlights dance performances of various cultures in the UNIVERSE.

UNIVERSAL DANCE DESTINY – the ongoing movement.

Celebrating Diversity in the Community.
Universal Dance Destiny 17th Showcase!

Friday, September 10
Doors open at 6:15pm
Showtime: 7:00
Admission: $16 adults, $10 kids.

The Cornerstone Church is ADA accessible, with on-site parking lot and near public transportation.
Exotic refreshments on sale, donations welcomed! Meet and Greet Performers Reception after the show.
The showcase will be available on zoom/Some clips will be on Facebook Live/Social distancing seating available upon request
Change your profile and/or cover pic (landscape version) to the flyer and get in for $2 off admission!
Let’s make it happen once again folks! We have our social distance guidelines in place.

Make your donation toward our non profit dance organization and ministry: https://universaldancedestiny.com/donate/
ALL presenters are compensated for their artistic dance work!

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Collide Theatrical Season Subscriptions

Season tickets are now available for Collide Theatrical’s eighth season! This season’s shows focus on the power of human connection, which is more important than ever after a year of loss, loneliness, and social isolation. Choose between tickets to all five shows, just the two mainstage shows, or just the three cabaret performances. For more about our season, click here.

Mainstage
Frankenstein, October 7-24, 2021
Class of ’85, April 7-May 1, 2022

Cabaret Series
Holiday Celebration, December 3-12, 2021
Our Stories, January 21-30, 2022
Romance: A Candlelight Cabaret, February 11-20, 2022

Benefits of a Season Subscription

  • Great seats – advance access to tickets (before the general public) allows us to place you in the BEST SEATS in the house.
  • Flexibility – choose the shows you want to see when you want to see them. Free and easy ticket exchanges.*
  • Save money – save 15% off individual ticket prices.
  • Bring your friends – your guests receive 10% off of tickets to their first Collide performance.
  • Special invitations – season subscribers receive exclusive access to performance receptions and behind-the-scenes events.

*48-hour notice required. Individual show tickets will go on sale in September. Our subscribers receive guaranteed tickets for our limited-seating shows!