EMERGING: A NEW CHOREOGRAPHERS WORKSHOP MAY 2-3, 2014

EMERGING: A New Choreographers Workshop returns for its fourth installment, of this incredible emerging choreographers showcase May 2nd and 3rd at 8pm at Georgia Tech’s Ferst Center for the Arts.
EMERGING evolved as a way to nurture new talent in the fine art of choreography. Young choreographers apply to be a part of the process that pairs each one to a mentor, and space to do their work. Mentors guide choreographers through the process, and prepare them for the stage. In addition to the artistic work each choreographer is educated on the behind the scenes aspect of production via a partnership with the dance department at The University of Georgia. Christopher Flemming, technical director at UGA Dance, will be teaching the young choreographers the skills of lighting, staging, and directing the team as they hang, focus lights, and build out the space that there work will be presented in.

EMERGING, is a multi-layered process that educates and guides the artist through each step of art making. Kim Thomas, owner of Gotta Dance Atlanta, has renewed her commitment to sponsoring EMERGING, and these young developing artist. GDA provides rehearsal space for the choreographers, as well as, access to the talented teaching staff that is available every step of the way. This years mentors are CiCi Kelley, Monica Noble, Daryl Foster, Kiki Ely, and Gary Beauford. We have some new choreographers coming to the stage this season, and some familiar ones that will be taking their work to the next level as well. Last seasons ChoreoLab proved successful, and has graduated Chris Plunkett, Brandon Forrest, and Mallory Hazen to the EMERING stage to have their work fully produced. Jessica Oglesby, an EMERGING vet, along with Nateli Ruiz, and Keith Nedd will be returning to the EMERGING stage with new works that feature exciting mixes of Hip Hop, and Contemporary dance. New to EMERGING this year will be Jordan Galloway, Anthony Marquise, and Kenny Strong. Each of these young people carries fresh artistic weight that guarantees to impress. 

All events will be held at the Drama Tech Theater at Georgia Tech’s Ferst Center for the Arts. You can purchase your EMERGING wristband for $15.00 at the door, from a choreographer, or at Gotta Dance. Please visit www.Men.Dance.Life.com/EMERGING or www.Got2dance.net for additional information.

FREE EVENT FOR KIDS AT METROPOLITAN DANCE STUDIO

Saturday, April 26, 2014 Metro Dance Studio and Performing Arts will have Kids Day, a free event celebrating kids and their involvement in the arts in the community. It will be a day for the children to sample some of the classes offered at Metro as well as view a small performance done by their peers.

Previewed classes consist of Beginner & Intermediate Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Hip Hop for ages 3-16. Metro Dance Studio & Performing Arts truly cares for the youth in our community. We want to provide them with a place to go, an outlet, and a place to master their craft.

We invite the youth and their families to come and be a part of this day. Free food and beverage as well as registration will be available.

For more information please contact 678-252-8975 or metrodancepac@gmail.com
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Purpose: The goal of MDS is to educate our students and clients to Master their skills with an elevated Drive, in order to succeed in their craft through Education, Teaching& Performance.

Objective: The overall objective of Metro Dance Studio & Performing Arts Center is to focus on generating innovation, positivity, and opportunities for youth in our community.

Mission: The mission of MDS Performing Arts is to help our youth tap into their artistic talents through education and performance ensuring that they reach their highest potential.

Vision: Metro Dance Studio and Performing Arts Center is committed to helping our youth master their artistry. MDS, a division of UNCC, is dedicated to preserving the arts through dance and cultural intervention, and by embracing all children who wish to express their brilliance through creativity.