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Alston
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The eagerly awaited new show by Richard Alston Dance Company, including the choreographer's latest creation, A Ceremony of Carols, set to the rousing piece of music of the same name by Benjamin Britten.
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23 Oct 7.30pm Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Batsheva Ensemble: Deca Dance
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Work choreographed by Ohad Naharin and performed by Israel's Batsheva Dance Company.
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30 Oct31 Oct Tue & Wed 7.30pm Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Big Dance Aberdeen
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Citymoves Dance Agency take centre stage showcasing Aberdeen's dance talents with some special guest performers tipped to turn up.
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5 Jul 7.30pm His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Breakdance for Kids
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Bust some moves with Step it Up Dance at a beginners taster breakdance sessions. Part of Leith Festival.
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8 Jun15 Jun Fri 2–3pm Leith Victoria Swim Centre, Edinburgh
11 Jun Mon 4–5pm & 5–6pm
P1–3 from 4pm; P4–7 from 5pm.
Calton Centre, Edinburgh
Breathe/Impulse
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Leigh Warren + Dancers present a double bill. In Breathe, dancers writhe, intertwine and pulse with natural, spellbinding rhythm as though each gesture were merely an extension of their own breath. Impulse places Michael Nyman’s String Quartet No 2 at the heart of the action, with dancers inspired and propelled by the witty and dynamic music, performed live on stage by the Zephyr Quartet.
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25 Aug26 Aug Sat 7.30–9.05pm; Sun 2.30–4.05pm Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Collaborations I: Choreography & Digital Technology
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Innovative combinations of movement and digital technologies from Contemporary Performance Practice students.
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13 Jun14 Jun Wed & Thu 7pm Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Glasgow
Contemporary
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With Steinvor Palsson Level 2/3 This class emphasises placement, breath, and musicality. A thorough technique warm-up is followed by travelling sequences and jumps that explore a dynamic use of the space to the rhythms of wonderful live music. We recommend loose, comfortable clothing and bare feet.
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16 Apr18 Jun Mon 11am–noon Dance Base, Edinburgh
Contemporary Beginners
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With Emma Park Level 1 Class exercises will focus on safely preparing the body to move dynamically through space. We will develop strength, flexibility, momentum, and expression while working up a sweat and enjoying the buzz that comes from dancing! We recommend loose, comfortable clothing and bare feet. Enrolment for this course closes on 28 April. Autumn term courses run from September and listings will be available in June Booking is essential.
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20 Apr22 Jun Fri 5.30–7pm Dance Base, Edinburgh
Contemporary Beginners Drop-in
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With Emma Park Level 1 This class will introduce you to the fundamental elements of alignment, strength, flexibility, rhythm, and momentum. From centre exercises to travelling across the space, you will be challenged both mentally and physically, while having the opportunity to sweat, smile and strengthen your skills. We recommend loose, comfortable clothing and bare feet.
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19 Apr21 Jun Thu 8.30–9.30pm Dance Base, Edinburgh
Contemporary Dance: Advanced
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A chance for adults with considerable dance experience to improve their technique.
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18 May3 Aug Fri 10.15am
22 Jun29 Jun Fri 10.15am
Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Contemporary Dance
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Dance class mixing techniques found in ballet and modern dance, as well as working on alignment, control and developing expression. Good level of fitness required; wear loose fitting clothes and no shoes. Ages 16+.
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14 May25 Jun Mon 6.30pm Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Contemporary for dancers with additional support needs
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With Emma Park All Levels We will focus on safely preparing the body to move, travelling in space and progressively building sequences as well as working with rhythm, expression and fun! Different variations of all movements will be given so that everyone can build upon the foundations they bring to class to boost their own skills. Please note that support workers will be expected to participate in this session. We recommend comfortable, loose clothing and bare feet. Booking is…
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17 Apr19 Jun Tue 11am–noon Dance Base, Edinburgh
Contemporary General Drop-in
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With Emma Park Level 2+ Be prepared to work! Different progressions will be offered so everyone can build upon the foundations they bring to class, boosting not only their skills but their understanding of their own body. Sequences will challenge how you combine the fundamental elements of alignment, strength, flexibility, rhythm, and momentum to move with maximum efficiency. We recommend loose, comfortable clothing and bare feet.
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17 Apr19 Jun Tue 5.30–6.30pm Dance Base, Edinburgh
Contemporary Intermediate
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With Steinvor Palsson Level 3 This technique class focuses on placement, control, breath, and musicality. Emphasis is on finding a strong centre from which to explore movement with care, efficiency and fluidity. Technique exercises lead into longer travelling sequences and jumps to get you moving in the space to the rhythms of wonderful live music. We recommend comfortable, loose clothing and bare feet. We recommend loose, comfortable clothing and bare feet. Enrolment for this course…
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16 Apr18 Jun Mon 7–8.30pm Dance Base, Edinburgh
D Force
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Learn fast, high energy breakdancing in this class for boys led by an experienced dance tutor. A class for ages 5–8 begins at 4pm and a class for ages 9–16 begins at 5pm.
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23 Apr25 Jun Mon 4–5pm & 5–6pm Howden Park Centre, Livingston
The Dance Academy Showcase
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For a 20th anniversary special, pupils perform new routines with boundless energy and showmanship.
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15 Jun16 Jun Fri 7pm; Sat 2pm & 7pm Lochgelly Centre, Lochgelly
Dance Dreams
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Harvey School of dance present a of show performed by ages 3+ featuring a variety of styles including freestyle, street dance and zumba. Phone or email for ticket information.
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16 Jun 7.30pm Gardyne Theatre, Dundee
Dance Fever
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Students perform a mix of hip hop, jazz, tap, disco, ballet and contemporary.
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7 Jun9 Jun Thu–Sat 7pm Lochgelly Centre, Lochgelly
DanceLive
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Contemporary dance festival based in Aberdeen, including performances, film screenings, masterclasses and educational workshops. The 2012 festival will open with a world premiere choreographed by artistic director Andy Howitt, and will feature new choreography and commissions from Scottish based artists, as well as leading dance companies including Scottish Dance Theatre, Rosie Kay Dance Company and Company Chameleon.
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15 Oct28 Oct Times vary Various venues, Aberdeen
Dundee Dance Factory Show
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The annual performance from Dundee Dance Factory, showcasing a variety of styles including tap, ballet, jazz and freestyle.
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9 Jun Sat 1pm & 7pm Gardyne Theatre, Dundee
Edinburgh International Festival
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Bringing world-class arts to the capital since 1947, the EIF sets the standard for classical concerts, opera, dance and theatre, with performers this year drawn from Australia, America, Russia, Japan, Europe and the Middle East. Already announced for 2012 are two innovative adaptations of Shakespeare: TR Warszawa’s 2007: Macbeth and Dmitry Krymov’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream (As You Like It). And in Britain's Olypmic summer Edinburgh’s iconic mountain, Arthur’s Seat, is to be spectacularly…
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9 Aug2 Sep Times vary Various venues, Edinburgh
Encore: Sharon Gill School of Dance
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The Sharon Gill School of Dance is joined by the Aberdeen Cheer and Dance Company to show off their award-winning dancers. Money raised goes towards Cash for Kids.
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21 Jun23 Jun Thu–Sat 7pm Beach Ballroom, Aberdeen
An Evening of Dance: Appolinari Dance Studio
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Pupils from the Appolinari Dance Studio show off their skills in a range of dance styles including ballet, jazz, Latin, tap and hip-hop.
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29 Jun 7.30pm The Webster Theatre, Arbroath
Fresh Faced Dance Summer School
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A week-long contemporary dance workshop, inspired by the Tramway venue and the exhibitions on show, leading to an informal performance on the last day. No previous experienced necessary. Ages 14–18.
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23 Jul27 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–4pm Tramway, Glasgow
Helikopter/Eldorado (Sonntags Abschied)
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A superb double bill highlighting the synergy between movement as choreographed by Angelin Preljocaj to music by Stockhausen. Helikopter sees Preljocaj create a scintillating dance. Displaying incredible virtuosity, six dancers intertwine and rotate, echoing the whirring sound of the blades of the helicopter in ever more complex forms and shapes. Eldorado (Sonntags Abschied) sees the dancers trapped in a distinctive sound-world, responding to the music in an almost visceral way, compelled to…
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22 Aug 7.30pm The Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh

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