RAHWAY, NJ: Dance Union Masterclasses presented by Carolyn Dorfman Dance
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Company:
Carolyn Dorfman Dance
In Partnership with Union County Performing Arts Center and Rahway Dance Theatre in presenting the first annual Dance Union Festival on March 16-18, 2018 – a celebration featuring the unique and diverse dance community across Union County.
OPEN/COMMUNITY LEVEL:
Contemporary/Modern Technique with Carolyn Dorfman
10:00 – 11:30 am
Immerse yourself in the making and doing of dance with Carolyn Dorfman Dance. This contemporary modern dance class will train your body, mind and develop your unique creative voice. Dancing individually and as an ensemble, dancers will expand their technical and dramatic skills. Come experience the joy of dance and find your voice! No prior experience required. Open to students of all levels, ages 13 and up.
Ballet Technique with Rahway Dance Theatre
12:00 – 1:30 pm
Led by Artistic Director Ms. Jay Skeete Lee, Rahway Dance Theatre is dedicated to giving dancers a hands-on approach using classical ballet as the basis, and breaking down the myth of the ballet. Students at RDT have been accepted into prestigious programs such as the Rock School, Alvin Ailey, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Joffrey Ballet, School of American Ballet, Miami City Ballet, and more. No prior experience required. Open to students of all levels, age 13 and up.
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED LEVEL:
Ballet Technique with Rahway Dance Theatre
10:00 – 11:30 am
Led by Artistic Director Ms. Jay Skeete Lee, Rahway Dance Theatre is dedicated to giving dancers a hands-on approach using classical ballet as the basis, and breaking down the myth of the ballet. Students at RDT have been accepted into prestigious programs such as the Rock School, Alvin Ailey, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Joffrey Ballet, School of American Ballet, Miami City Ballet, and more. This class is open to intermediate/advanced dance students, ages 13 and up.
Contemporary/Modern Technique with Carolyn Dorfman
12:00 – 1:30 pm
With an emphasis on center-driven movement, nuanced weight transfer, breath phrasing, intention, focus and performance, this class will expand the dancers’ technical, dramatic and artistic range. Dorfman believes artistry is built on specificity and detail. In addition, Dorfman’s classes explore the essence of solo and ensemble performance; the individual existing in relation. This class is open to intermediate/advanced dance students, ages 13 and up.
Masterclass Prices:
- One Class: $15
- Two Classes: $25
Other Dance Union events include an Open House/Rehearsal with the company and a multi-company performance.
This arts program is made possible in part by a HEART (History, Education, Arts Reaching Thousands) Grant from the Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders. Dance Union is also supported, in part, by the Union County Performing Arts Center and Rahway Dance Theatre.