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Doushin Butoh Experience Workshop

This one-day workshop is for people who want a first-time experience of Doushin Butoh. The essence of Doushin Butoh is “resonance,” an experience beyond idea or concept that can only be felt. In this class, students are guided in simple repetitive movements that we call “conditioning.” As students you will be guided into a movement meditation and experience the connection between your body, mind and the universe.

Come and experience the power of Resonance!

Next Doushin Butoh Experience: Tuesday, April 20, 12:30pm-2:00pm Central Time US

Tuition: $20

Watch Karen’s 10th Anniversary Picks

Every month from March through December 2021, Threads Dance Project will release some of Artistic Director Karen’s 10th Anniversary Picks.

Pay-as-able in multiples of 10; from $1, $10, $100, or even $1,000 to view ten years of Karen’s selected works! April’s picks include Childless Mother with guest artist Sweet Honey in the Rock (2014), Fear the Massa, Master’s Lament & Da Whippin’ Post (2014), and Black Man Walking (2014).

Each release will be 25-30 minutes in length. Once registered, you will receive a private link and password that will allow you to view these works from April 19-May 5, 2021.

Don’t miss out on these works that started it all! —Threads Dance Project

AMP is Back with Weekly Movement Practices in April

Wednesdays, 10:00-11:15am CDT
April 14, 21, and 28
$5-$15.
Zoom

Each week: Move BIG from home with Alternative Motion Project! Move & sweat in a weekly online contemporary movement practice. Explore mobility, length, momentum, 3-D expansion, while pushing the boundaries and physicality of a smaller space in a curious and enlivening environment, often to fun, retro pop hits. Come as you are in the space that you have! Suitable for pre-professional/professional movers in any size space.

Register at least 30 minutes prior to class time. The Zoom link will be sent to your email address within 24 hours of the class time. You will need a Zoom account to access the practice.

This practice is offered on a sliding scale, $5-$15. Payments will directly support instructors. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Please email financial concerns and any questions to alternativemotionproject@gmail.com.

We’ll virtually see you soon!

REGISTER

Online Classes at The Cassandra School

Join our online learning community of all ages, sizes, and levels of experience to participate in the creative expression and health and fitness benefits of Middle Eastern dance.

The beauty of this dance form is that it makes you feel wonderful in your own unique body!

Go to cassandraschool.com to choose your classes and learn from home. Each class is held through Zoom, is 75 minutes, in US Central Time, and $15 each. Purchase four or more classes and receive a $2 discount per class – that’s $13 each!

Be sure to choose, register, and PAY for your class ahead of time as class registrations close at 8:00pm CT the night before class. We take payments through our PayPal or using your credit card as a guest through our PayPal.

Threads Dance Nexus: Rent Our Space

An image of the Nexus dance studio, with a wall of windows and black Marley floor

Our 1,480 square foot space has a professional grade speaker sound system, sprung floors, barres and mirrors, is ADA compliant, and has two gender neutral changing rooms. Its large windows and garage door allow for an abundance of natural light and fresh air.

A new ventilation system and thorough cleaning between each use are compliant with guidelines for Covid-19 preparedness plans. Face coverings are required at all times and our maximum studio capacity is ten people, to allow for adequate distancing.

Conveniently located in the Seward neighborhood, we offer free parking and free side street parking. We are a five-minute walk from the Franklin Light Rail Station, and a 2-5 minute walk from nearest bus stops (lines 2, 9, 22, 67).

A nonrefundable deposit equal to one hour at the renter’s base rate is due to secure space.

To request space, please email nexusrentals@threadsdance.org.

Analog Dance Works Offers Monthly Contemporary Dance Workshops

Start your weekend right with movement through imagery and downright specific detail.

This workshop is offered in-person, with precautions in place to protect us against Covid. Zoom option is also available.

Class will be held at the Threads Dance Nexus, featuring free parking lot and street parking, a two-minute walk from the Franklin Light Rail Station, and 2-5 minute walk from the nearest bus stops: lines 2, 9, 22, 67. Class size is limited to nine, so contact Brenna in advance to reserve your spot. You can also join us via Zoom! Contact Brenna no later than one hour before class to get the link.

These workshops are designed for the advanced/professional dancer of any background and explore technical and performance skills through imagery, spatial orientation, and detailed use of the kinesphere.

Suggested price: sliding scale, $5-15. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. All are welcome here!

Mukti Bhawan (Hotel Salvation)

Wednesday, April 21, 6:30pm CDT
Streaming online.
Available through Wednesday, April 28.

Adil Hussain stars as Rajiv, an overworked businessman who agrees to honor the final wish of his father, Daya, by accompanying him to the holy city of Varanasi. There, they check in to the Hotel Salvation, where residents are given just two weeks to live out their final days or return home.

2016
Not rated by the MPAA
1 hour, 42 minutes
In Hindi with English subtitles.

This film is presented in conjunction with Ragamala Dance Company

Generating Room Applications Open

The Cowles Center is seeking early, mid-career, and established Minnesota-based artists and collectives to apply for the next program series of Generating Room.

The Cowles Center’s Generating Room program is a six month studio residency that supports three Minnesota artists and/or collectives in nurturing a work in progress through 100 hours of free rehearsal space, as well as marketing and administrative support.

Program rehearsal hours will begin June 2021 with proposed community events taking place between September-November 2021.

Applications open through April 23.

TCB Presents Mini Ruby Slippers In Person and Virtual

Twin Cities Ballet is excited to present a live “mini” one-hour version of our new ballet, The Ruby Slippers: A Wizard of Oz Ballet.

TCB’s fresh reimagining of the iconic tale features an original adapted storyline, musical compilation, and choreography that ingeniously blends ballet, jazz, hip hop, and modern dance styles. Join Dorothy and her friends for this fun and approachable family-friendly event!

In-person theater capacity is limited, and masks are required. You can also watch from the safety and comfort of your own home with our livestream option!

TCB’s Mini Ruby Slippers
Saturday, April 24 at 2:00pm
$12-$15

In-person at Lakeville Area Arts Center and livestream from anywhere in the world!
Tickets are on sale now!

Family Day with Susana di Palma

Explore Spanish culture and flamenco tradition with Teaching Artist Susana di Palma during Flamenco con Abuelita (we hear our puppet friends Toro and Carmencita will be there too)! This is a one-hour, Zoom-based dance class on Saturday, April 24.

Want more? The Cowles Center has expanded upon the traditional Family Day offering to provide an easy-to-follow toolkit exploring flamenco through fun activities such as coloring pages, DIY ideas, and fun videos with Susana herself! Participants are welcome to engage with the toolkit as much as they like (or not at all) ahead of Saturday’s class.

Registration closes at 8:00am on April 24.

Registrants will be emailed the toolkit ahead of Susana’s class.

This activity is designed for youth up to fifth grade.