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Sun 1st
1:00pm
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Announces Fall Festival 2023

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Announces Fall Festival 2023

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park
Kaatsbaan announces the lineup of their 2023 Fall Festival-three weekends of exceptional performances and artistic innovation at the enchanting Kaatsbaan Cultural Park. From classical ballet to contemporary opera, this festival promises to captivate audiences with its diverse lineup and unforgettable experiences. For tickets and more information, visit: Ticketing Link: https://kaatsbaan.org/performances-festivals.   "We…

 
3:00pm
Anahid Sofian

Old Friends & New Faces

Anahid Sofian Studio
A dance celebration at the friendly Anahid Sofian Studio.  Sofian will host a gathering of dancers of different genres, from Middle Eastern to contemporary modern, for an intimate Oct. 1, 3 pm, performance.  Apparances by Najma, Layla Mary, Aszmara, Maraijke Eliasberg, Jana Hicks and Francesca Todesco, joined by musicians Rachid Halihal and Richard Khuzami.

 
3:00pm

OUTSIGHT 2023

LEIMAY
OUTSIGHT is a performance series presented by LEIMAY in partnership with the New York Restoration Project and Alpha Omega Theatrical Dance Company/SHARING THE STAGE. 2023 OUTSIGHT features public performances by international and local artists, Dorchel Haqq, Muyassar Kurdi, Shiloh Hodges, Tamara Leigh, Nicole Goodwin and Dominica Greene. This series presents work within areas of dance, theater, performance…

 
3:00pm
Harlem Roots and Rhythm Urban Dance Fest 2023 - Join Us!

The Harlem Roots and Rhythm Urban Dance Festival

The Harlem Swing Dance Society
September 29th - October 1st: Be there! The Harlem Roots and Rhythm Urban Dance Festival is a Special annual Harlem event that gives you room to explore and get a Great Taste of  Harlem's famed Jazz and Lindy Hop Culture. There will be film, panels, performances, social dancing and more!  Join us for the Culture, Dance, Jazz, History and Fun:  3 Days in multiple venues so don't miss…

 
5:00pm
Kinesis Project dance theatre and Opera On Tap present Capacity, or: the Work of Crackling as a part of Summer on the Hudson

Kinesis Project dance theatre and Opera On Tap present Capacity, or: the Work of Crackling as a part of Summer on the Hudson

Kinesis Project dance theatre
Kinesis Project dance theatre and Opera On Tap with the support of Riverside Conservancy will present Capacity, or: the Work of Crackling as a part of Summer on the Hudson on September 30 & October 1, 2023 at 5pm. This stunning, large-scale dance and opera work offers audiences a dynamic and engaging experience of the riverfront from visual and sonic perspectives. A very special pre-show talk…

 
6:30pm
~mignolo dance~ @ Arts on Site advertisement

~mignolo dance~ @ Arts on Site

~mignolo dance~
Join ~mignolo dance~ at Arts on Site on October 1st for an evening of repertory works and excerpts accompanied by live music and poetry. Works include "Visits to St. Elizabeths", "Arcadia", "Nohow", "Eruption / Regenesis", and more! Showings will take place at 6:30PM and 8:30PM. Get your tickets today at www.mignolo.art/events or www.artsonsite.org/events-1/mignolo-dance  

 
8:30pm
~mignolo dance~ @ Arts on Site advertisement

~mignolo dance~ @ Arts on Site

~mignolo dance~
Join ~mignolo dance~ at Arts on Site on October 1st for an evening of repertory works and excerpts accompanied by live music and poetry. Works include "Visits to St. Elizabeths", "Arcadia", "Nohow", "Eruption / Regenesis", and more! Showings will take place at 6:30PM and 8:30PM. Get your tickets today at www.mignolo.art/events or www.artsonsite.org/events-1/mignolo-dance  

 
Mon 2nd
6:00pm
Agnes de Mille in Rodeo.

"Agnes de Mille and The Intrinsic American"

De Mille Working Group
DE MILLE WORKING GROUP TO PRESENT "AGNES DE MILLE AND THE INTRINISIC AMERICAN," AN EVENING OF DISCUSSION AND PERFORMANCE AT NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, MONDAY, OCTOBER 2 AT 6:00PM Continuing its recognition of the 80th anniversary of Agnes de Mille’s groundbreaking ballet Rodeo, The De Mille Working Group and the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts will present “Agnes…

 
Tue 3rd
7:30pm
Group of dancers in colorful tops

Olivier Tarpaga Dance Project

Joyce Theater Foundation
Hailing from Burkina Faso, choreographer and composer Olivier Tarpaga presents Once the dust settles, flowers bloom, an evening-length work that gives voice to the refugees of his homeland. Tarpaga addresses the fragility of individual autonomy in the wake of religious extremism, chronicling stories of women and children fighting against oppressive systems of violence. Performed to a live score…

 
Wed 4th
6:30pm
Kennedy Dancers Audition Flyer

? Kennedy Dancers Hosting Aduitions ?

The Kennedy Dancers
Hello ? Are you ready to take your dance journey to the next level? - Kennedy Dancers invites talented young dancers between the ages of 10 and 18 to audition for our prestigious ICY Competition/Performance Team ?‍♂️ ?Audition Details?: Date: Wednesday, October 4th Time: 6:30 PM Location: Kennedy Dancers Studios (79 Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306) ⭐Team Members Benefits⭐: Full…

 
7:30pm
Group of dancers in colorful tops

Olivier Tarpaga Dance Project

Joyce Theater Foundation
Hailing from Burkina Faso, choreographer and composer Olivier Tarpaga presents Once the dust settles, flowers bloom, an evening-length work that gives voice to the refugees of his homeland. Tarpaga addresses the fragility of individual autonomy in the wake of religious extremism, chronicling stories of women and children fighting against oppressive systems of violence. Performed to a live score…

 
7:30pm
a white masc presenting dancer dressed in shreds of the American Flag jumps with both knees up and to the sides with arms down

Curriculum II

Bill T. Jones Arnie Zane Company
Fresh off the heels of a jubilant 40th season complete with a national tour and a long-awaited return to in Brazil, Bill T. Jones/ Arnie Zane Company opens the fall 2023 season with the return of The New York Times’ Critic’s Pick Curriculum II. The poetic quilt – sewn of text, lecture as narration, live song, sound and visual installation, and the Company’s distinctive movement lexicon –…

 
Thu 5th
7:00pm
A black and white image of two women hugging. Dark wavy hair covered by yellow text saying "Made By Women" a dance festival

MADE BY WOMEN - Film Night

Dual Rivet
Dual Rivet is excited to announce our 3rd annual MADE BY WOMEN Festival, highlighting women choreographers & filmmakers. This year we are excited to include FILM NIGHT (donation based), as well as a movement based WORKSHOP. These new initiatives are in addition to the LIVE PERFORMANCES that MADE BY WOMEN has hosted at Arts On Site's Studio 3R over the past two years.   FILM NIGHT INFO:  WHEN: October…

 
7:00pm
A black and white image of two women hugging. Dark wavy hair covered by yellow text saying "Made By Women" festival

MADE BY WOMEN - Film Night

Dual Rivet
Dual Rivet is excited to announce our 3rd annual MADE BY WOMEN Festival, highlighting women choreographers & filmmakers. This year we are excited to include FILM NIGHT (donation based), as well as a movement based WORKSHOP. These new initiatives are in addition to the LIVE PERFORMANCES that MADE BY WOMEN has hosted at Arts On Site's Studio 3R over the past two years.   FILM NIGHT INFO:  WHEN: October…

 
7:00pm
Dancer in front of Sculpture

TODP Film Festival and Day of Dance

The Outlet Dance Project
The Outlet Dance Project at Grounds For Sculpture Dance on Film Festival Thursday, October 5th at 7:00pm, Indoors, Rain or Shine Tickets: $15, Students/Members: $10. Advance purchase also includes admission for Day of Dance on 10/7. Filmmakers will be announced on our website: www.TheOutletDanceProject.com Day of Dance Saturday, October 7th, 12pm & 2:30pm, Rain date: October 8th Free with Admission:…

 
7:30pm
a white masc presenting dancer dressed in shreds of the American Flag jumps with both knees up and to the sides with arms down

Curriculum II

Bill T. Jones Arnie Zane Company
Fresh off the heels of a jubilant 40th season complete with a national tour and a long-awaited return to in Brazil, Bill T. Jones/ Arnie Zane Company opens the fall 2023 season with the return of The New York Times’ Critic’s Pick Curriculum II. The poetic quilt – sewn of text, lecture as narration, live song, sound and visual installation, and the Company’s distinctive movement lexicon –…

 
7:30pm
Several cut out images of a ballerina create an outline in a field of light purple artwork, Text reads "SMDT SEASON IV"

SEASON IV "An Evening of New Classics"

Sheep Meadow Dance Theatre
Supported by the Queens Art Fund, join us for live music, multi-media art, and a debut of a new ballet by Artistic Director Billy Blanken. The evening will conclude with a new site-specific performance incorporating dance, animation, and digital projection of artwork by Lauren Woods. The one-night-only event produced by 10Kproductions will be a conversation of media in a digitally altered space.  Choreography…

 
8:00pm
Group of dancers in colorful tops

Olivier Tarpaga Dance Project

Joyce Theater Foundation
Hailing from Burkina Faso, choreographer and composer Olivier Tarpaga presents Once the dust settles, flowers bloom, an evening-length work that gives voice to the refugees of his homeland. Tarpaga addresses the fragility of individual autonomy in the wake of religious extremism, chronicling stories of women and children fighting against oppressive systems of violence. Performed to a live score…

 
8:30pm
Two women in bright unitards with period blood made of fringe and tampon wigs grimace

Rocha Dance Theater Presents the World Premiere of Caution:HOT

Rocha Dance Theater
Rocha Dance Theater is thrilled to present the world premiere of Caution:HOT, which incorporates theatricality, outlandish, original costuming, projection, and dance in an often surreal ode to womens’ reproductive bodies. Through a series of linked vignettes, Rocha Dance Theater delves into the unmentionable and taboo, forcing the hush-hush, murky world of reproductive stages into the spotlight…

 
9:00pm
Join SPIN, the original ping pong social club, for the unveiling of its newest.Thursday, October 5th, 2023 from 9pm to midnight

SPIN Midtown Grand Opening

SPIN
Join SPIN, the original ping pong social club, for the unveiling of its newest NYC location in Time Square. Celebrate, socialize and play throughout the evening at SPIN Midtown and be among the first to experience the one-of-a-kind entertainment destination where ping pong enthusiasts and social seekers come together to enjoy the ultimate ping pong experience. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just…

 
A photo of a group of dancers raising a dancer over their heads with their arms. On the left a dancer faces away from the camera and raises their arms up over their head mid clap. Text reads, MELT Winter 2024, In-person and Virtual workshops, Movement Research, Week 1: Jan 13-17.

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