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Nacre Dance Group is offering a unique performance opportunity for local student dancers (ages 13 and up) to take the stage at the highly anticipated Sip, Savor & Swirl event on August 16, 2025, at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs, NY.

This one-of-a-kind event merges the art of dance with the elegance of wine, as choreographers create original works inspired by specific wines, bringing them to life through movement. Selected dancers will perform in two pieces, including works choreographed by Kelly Guerrero, last year’s runner-up, and Beth Fecteau, Nacre Dance Group’s Artistic Director.

Rehearsal Commitment: Dancers must be available for an intensive rehearsal period from August 11-15, from 10 AM – 4 PM, at Saratoga City Ballet studios. Given the short preparation time, full availability for rehearsals is required. A dress rehearsal will take place on August 16, prior to the evening performance at 7:30 PM.

Application & Fee: Interested dancers must submit their application by May 30, 2025. A $400 participation fee is required for selected dancers. To apply, visit: https://www.nacredance.org/sipsavorswirl.

MOVE ON!, an outreach program of Dance Alliance since 2001, will participate in two free events in May/June which are open to the public:

Monday, May 12 Friends & Family Showcase at Saratoga Springs High School Teaching Auditorium from 6:30-7:30pm. 

Sunday, June 1 Festival of Young Artists dance tent – time TBA – festival begins at 2pm.

Master ballet class (Beginner/Intermediate) with Grand Rapids Ballet dancer SAM EPSTEIN at SOTA Studio 2, 99 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs on Monday, June 2 from 11:00-12:30. $30 per person. Make checks payable to Total Body Trifecta, 15 Red Coach Trail, Ballston Spa, New York 12020. For other payment options, email Mary Anne Fantauzzi at Totbtri@aol.com 

SPAC SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

Classes Start June 3

NYCB Access Workshop for Adults – Thursday July 10 5:15-6:30pm (check-in 5pm)

https://spac.org/events/nycb-access-workshop-for-teens-and-adults/book/70401/

NYCB Access Workshop for Ages 4-12 – Saturday July 12 10-11am (check-in 9:45)

https://spac.org/events/nycb-childrens-access-workshop-for-ages-4-12-2/

NYCB Children’s Workshop for Ages 5-7 – Saturday July 12 12:00-12:45 (check-in 11:45)

https://spac.org/events/nycb-childrens-workshop-for-ages-5-7-2/

NYCB In Motion Workshop for Ages 8-12 – Saturday July 12 12:00-12:45 (check-in 11:45)

https://spac.org/events/nycb-in-motion-workshop-for-ages-8-12-2/

Adult Jazz with Andre Robles – Tuesdays 6/3-7/8

https://spac.org/events/adultjazz/

Ballet with Patrice Hemsworth – Tuesdays 6/3-7/29

https://spac.org/events/adult-ballet/

AERIAL DANCE + HARD ROCK BALLET AT THE EGG

Sat, June 28 | 7–9 PM | Hart Theatre at The Egg
Dance Alliance members: $5 off with code 5OFF at TheEgg.org

Good Karma Studio, Dark Ballet, and Spendwood School of Dance and Gymnastics unite for Aerial Dance of the Zodiac featuring Dark Ballet: After Dark—a powerful 18+ show fusing aerial dance, hard rock, and classical ballet.

Dark Ballet opens with a 30-minute set confronting trauma and resilience through live music, ballet, and aerials. Then Good Karma’s aerialists embody the zodiac in gravity-defying choreography enhanced by stunning projections.

Proceeds benefit local charities and student scholarships.

$30 tickets at TheEgg.org
Questions? crystal@peakmusicstudios.com

On August 16, 2025, at 7:30 PM, the historic Universal Preservation Hall will come alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors of Sip, Savor & Swirl—a one-of-a-kind performance event presented by Nacre Dance Group. Blending the elegance of contemporary dance with the nuance of fine wine, this immersive experience features choreographed works inspired by wines from Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, and the United States.

Six choreographers have been assigned a wine to interpret, transforming the notes, textures, and cultural essence of their chosen vintage into original dance works. These dynamic performances bring each bottle to life, allowing the audience to taste, watch, and feel the story behind the wine.

Attendees can choose between two ticket options:   

• Performance Only: $40 in advance | $50 day of show
• Performance + Wine & Cheese Tasting: $70 in advance | $80 day of show 

Tickets are available now at nacredance.org.