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These intergenerational improvisation classes will work on developing coordination, dynamics and freedom of movement while incorporating somatic work to find awareness and agency. Taught by Lesley Telford Offered every Wednesday, Nov. 22nd-Dec. 13th from 10:00-11:15 AM All ages 18+ and all abilities are welcome Classes are by donation, with a suggested price of $15. If […]
These intergenerational improvisation classes will work on developing coordination, dynamics and freedom of movement while incorporating somatic work to find awareness and agency. Taught by Lesley Telford Offered every Wednesday, Nov. 22nd-Dec. 13th from 10:00-11:15 AM All ages 18+ and all abilities are welcome Classes are by donation, with a suggested price of $15. If […]
with Victoria Symphony Featuring principal dancers of the Kyiv Ballet (National Ballet of Ukraine) and the famed Virsky National Dance Ensemble. Shumka’s Nutcracker blends the grace and lyricism of classical ballet with the strength and power of Ukrainian folk dance. This classic tale of young Clara and her dream Prince incorporates Ukrainian traditions and symbols, […]
with Victoria Symphony Featuring principal dancers of the Kyiv Ballet (National Ballet of Ukraine) and the famed Virsky National Dance Ensemble. Shumka’s Nutcracker blends the grace and lyricism of classical ballet with the strength and power of Ukrainian folk dance. This classic tale of young Clara and her dream Prince incorporates Ukrainian traditions and symbols, […]
with Victoria Symphony Featuring principal dancers of the Kyiv Ballet (National Ballet of Ukraine) and the famed Virsky National Dance Ensemble. Shumka’s Nutcracker blends the grace and lyricism of classical ballet with the strength and power of Ukrainian folk dance. This classic tale of young Clara and her dream Prince incorporates Ukrainian traditions and symbols, […]
with Victoria Symphony Featuring principal dancers of the Kyiv Ballet (National Ballet of Ukraine) and the famed Virsky National Dance Ensemble. Shumka’s Nutcracker blends the grace and lyricism of classical ballet with the strength and power of Ukrainian folk dance. This classic tale of young Clara and her dream Prince incorporates Ukrainian traditions and symbols, […]
These intergenerational improvisation classes will work on developing coordination, dynamics and freedom of movement while incorporating somatic work to find awareness and agency. Taught by Lesley Telford Offered every Wednesday, Nov. 22nd-Dec. 13th from 10:00-11:15 AM All ages 18+ and all abilities are welcome Classes are by donation, with a suggested price of $15. If […]
The class starts slowly, warming-up with some basic exercises and ideas to find coordination, balance, articulation and grounded weight. Through sensation-based improvisational tasks we will play with rhythms, space and connections. Welcoming all curious movers. *Open to all to adapt according to comfort and experience. Workshop is for all ages/all abilities led by 2023/24 resident artist […]
Resident artist Lesley Telford is teaching a short warm-up and some of her choreographic work, including a phrase from a recent piece and her approach to improvisation. Local professional dancers, emerging artists, and serious students are invited. Lesley has created for Ballet BC, Netherlands Dans Theatre, Les Grands Ballets and many more. Don’t miss it […]
Each winter, Dance Victoria produces Dance Days, a 10-day celebration of dance with free classes, workshops, and performances at local dance studios and other venues. As a longstanding community collaboration for the past 14 years, Dance Days engages the public in diverse and accessible dance forms, and promotes dance appreciation, joyful movement, and connection. Dance Days […]
Choreographed by resident artist Lesley Telford, Borrowed Time is an intergenerational project bringing together professional and amateur dancers to explore strength and vulnerability through different phases in our lives. RSVP now “It is so inspiring to dance with artists of different ages, and to experience such a high level of trust and mutual respect.” BARBARA KARMAZYN Admission […]
The Barbarian Nights (or The First Dawns of the World) After virtual performances during our pandemic seasons, we knew we had to find a way to bring this incredible company to Victoria! Thirteen street dancers from Algeria, Morocco, France and Burkina Faso perform with breathtaking energy. Wearing headgear inspired by Swarovski, the dancers evoke the […]