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March 2019
In Between: Ibrahim Miari
The Tufts University Department of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies is excited to host "In Between," a one-man show written and performed by Ibrahim Miari. The show portrays the complexities and contradictions inherent in a Palestinian-Israeli identity. This event is sponsored by Middle Eastern Studies, and co-sponsored by the Diversity Fund, Center for the Humanities at Tufts, Judaic Studies, Department of Religion, and the consortium of studies in Race, Colonialism and Diaspora. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »April 2019
Sarabande Dance Ensemble: Freefall
Sarabande Dance Ensemble of Tufts University presents its spring semester show, "Freefall," which showcases original works in contemporary, ballet, and jazz. Sarabande is a student-run dance group that focuses on ballet, contemporary, and jazz. Members choreograph their own dances and produce their own shows. Its mission is to bring dance to the Tufts campus in a way that inspires audiences and allows them to appreciate the art form that Sarabande members are so passionate about. "Freefall" will be performed again…
Find out more »Sarabande Dance Ensemble: Freefall
Sarabande Dance Ensemble of Tufts University presents its spring semester show, "Freefall," which showcases original works in contemporary, ballet, and jazz. Sarabande is a student-run dance group that focuses on ballet, contemporary, and jazz. Members choreograph their own dances and produce their own shows. Its mission is to bring dance to the Tufts campus in a way that inspires audiences and allows them to appreciate the art form that Sarabande members are so passionate about. Free tickets may be obtained…
Find out more »Dance on Camera Screening
Students in the Dance on Camera course at Tufts University share works created this semester with Tufts faculty mentor Jaclyn Waguespack. Dance on Camera is an interdisciplinary course in which participants take dance and movement concepts outside of studio walls and into the community through site-specific collaborative video projects. Through storyboarding, shooting, editing, and choreographing/directing, students learn basic video production techniques and advanced camera work in this hands-on course. Free and open to the public.
Find out more »September 2019
Dance Caliente: Dancing Through the Decades
Travel through time with an interactive Ballroom Dance show that brings the world to your feet! Eileen Herman-Haase and Raul Nieves of Dance Caliente perform their choreography inspired by a mix of cultures from Africa and Europe. In between every costumed dance, audience members are engaged in exciting movement activities, so they too can feel energized by the music. To reserve a tickets, please visit the Medford Senior Center information desk or call the center at 781-396-6010. Supported in part…
Find out more »October 2019
Dances at Noon: Sean Bjerke
The Tufts University Department of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies begins its 2019-20 Dances at Noon Series with an afternoon of hip hop curated by local artist Sean Bjerke. A post-performance discussion with Sean and guests will follow. Bjerke is a dance teacher and martial artist based in Boston who was introduced to dance at Tufts, from which he earned a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering in 2004. He teaches at The Dance Complex in Cambridge and at Connecticut College. Free and…
Find out more »Tufts Dance Showcase
The Tufts University Dance Program celebrates the wide array of dance activity on campus with performances by members of many of the student dance groups including Sarabande, Tamasha, JumboRaas, Tufts Tap Ensemble, Tufts Ballroom, and more. The event, part of Parents' Weekend, is free and open to the public.
Find out more »In Orange and Black: Birthday Milonga
Ultimate Tango School of Dance in Medford Square presents "In Orange and Black," a Milonga celebrating not only the fall season but also the birthday of creator and co-owner Anita Flejter! Wear orange, wear black, or wear orange and black. Come at 7:30 p.m. for a trick a trick class with Anita and Hernan Brizuela. Come at 9 p.m. for Milonga with DJ Hernan. Orange oranges and black olives will be served, and maybe some other orange and black edibles.…
Find out more »November 2019
Sarabande Dance Ensemble: After Midnight
Sarabande Dance Ensemble of Tufts University presents its fall semester show, "After Midnight," a steamy ode to the wee hours. Sarabande is a student-run dance group that focuses on ballet, contemporary, and jazz. Members choreograph their own dances and produce their own shows. Its mission is to bring dance to the Tufts campus in a way that inspires audiences and allows them to appreciate the art form that Sarabande members are so passionate about. Free tickets may be obtained through the…
Find out more »Sarabande Dance Ensemble: After Midnight
Sarabande Dance Ensemble of Tufts University presents its fall semester show, "After Midnight," a steamy ode to the wee hours. Sarabande is a student-run dance group that focuses on ballet, contemporary, and jazz. Members choreograph their own dances and produce their own shows. Its mission is to bring dance to the Tufts campus in a way that inspires audiences and allows them to appreciate the art form that Sarabande members are so passionate about. Free tickets may be obtained through the…
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