A dance sampler created by Dance Alliance in the late 1990’s with a two-fold mission: to educate participants about the founders of American dance and to allow participants to experience diverse movement styles firsthand taught by master teachers from the Capital Region. Each week will focus on a different artist of color and dance style and begin with a short historical overview by Mary Anne Fantauzzi, National Museum of Dance Docent Coordinator. A 55 minute movement class will follow. No prior dance experience is needed!
Recommended for active adults ages 50+
4 Wednesdays 12:45-2:00pm
January 10: Arthur Mitchell (classical ballet) taught by Sam Epstein, Grand Rapids Ballet
January 17: Jose Limon (modern dance) taught by Mary DiSanto-Rose, retired associate professor of dance, Skidmore College
January 24: Gregory Hines (Broadway/tap) taught by Johnny Martinez, Tango Fusion and SOTA faculty
January 31: Frankie Manning (Lindy Hop) taught by Johnny Martinez
In-person only – SPAC School of the Arts
$70 for the full 4-week session OR
Individual classes for $17.50 each
Register online: https://spac.org/events/dancing-through-time-changing-the-face-of-dance-in-america/