Dance Victoria Footnotes 50 (Winter 2016)

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ISSUE 50 • WINTER 2016 • Dance Days + Out Innerspace Dance Theatre + BJM + Studio News + more

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January 29 + 30 • Fri + Sat • 7:30pmMetro Studio Theatre (Quadra at Johnson)Running Time: 1 hour (approx.)

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Dance Days: It’ll move you!Free classes all over townJanuary 22 - 31, 2016

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OVER THE PAST SEVEN YEARS, Dance Victoria has workedwith its dance partners in Greater Victoria to make January themonth we get the city moving! Scheduled for the last 10 daysof the month, just as your New Year’s resolve starts to fade,Dance Days gives you the opportunity to make good on thepromises you made yourself — get out there, meet new people,find your groove.

At the heart of Dance Days on January 29 and 30, we planto move you in another way. We’re extending a free invitationfor you to join us at our studios for Rough Cuts. You’ll see five

new works by West Coast dance artists over two days plus you’ll be joining a dozen of our dancepresenter colleagues who make the trek to Victoria annually to experience these new pieces inthe intimacy of our studios, performed under work lights. You’ll participate in a dialogue with theartists and meet them at informal receptions between each hour-long showing. These are next-generation artists who have piqued our interest and whose work we’re interested in developing.

Over the past several years, Dance Victoria has been investing in artists through its annualChrystal Dance Prize, artist residencies and its mentor program, the LOLA Projects. We haveappreciated the generous support of donors like Jawl Bundon LLP, D’Ambrosio Architecture +Urbanism, Fisgard Capital and many individuals who helped underwrite these projects.

We’re very proud of what we have accomplished. Two projects we’ve supported were recently cited as among the five top dance events of

2015 by Globe & Mail dance critic Martha Schabas: Out Innerspace Dance Theatre and KiddPivot (Crystal Pite).

On January 29 and 30, we’re presenting the World Premiere of Out Innerspace’s new groupwork, Major Motion Picture, at the Metro Studio. I urge you to join us. Tickets to the premiere onJanuary 29 include a party on the stage with the artists, a live DJ and specialty cocktails.Dance Victoria has participated in commissioning this new Out Innerspace work and has pro-vided the company with two residencies at our studios.

Kidd Pivot’s Betroffenheit, a work that Schabas calls “rare and staggering,” plays the RoyalMarch 11 and 12.

So grab a partner, take a deep breath and step ontothe dance floor or join us for a peek behind the curtainduring Rough Cuts. Dance Days — it’ll move you!

Dance SeenMoving in the CityBY STEPHEN WHITE

Dance Victoria brings the world’s bestdance to the Royal Theatre and fostersthe development of new dance at itsstudios in Quadra Village.

Dance Victoria is a non-profit charitablesociety.

Dance Victoria Board:President Mariann Burka

Vice President René Peloquin

Treasurer Regan McGrath

Secretary Kari McLay

Directors Lynda RainoJohn B. Shields

Staff:Executive Stephen WhiteProducer

General Bernard SauvéManager

Operations Shireen McNeilageManager

Marketing & Tracy SmithDevelopment

Technical Holly VivianDirector

Graphic Rayola CreativeDesign

Advertising Bonnie LightSales

Trips Bill HamarCoordinator

If you’d like to volunteer for DanceVictoria please call 250-595-1829

Studios and Office:111 – 2750 Quadra StreetVictoria, BC V8T 4E8250-595-1829DanceVictoria.com for trailers, ticketsand more information

Footnotes is written by Stephen Whiteand Tracy Smith (unless otherwise noted)and proofed by Anne Moon.

On the left: Tiffany Tergarthen andJonathan Young in Betroffenheit.On the right: The artists in OutInnerspace’s Major Motion Picture

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Successful Fall SeasonMore than 7,000 people came through the doors of the Royal for ourtwo shows: Ballet BC’s Special 30th Anniversary production andAlberta Ballet’s The Nutcracker. Dance Victoria has also welcomed anumber of new sponsors this season who continue to help us makemeaningful connections in our community.

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Les Ballets Jazz de MontréalJoin us in the lobby from 6:50-7:15pm for a chat with Les BalletsJazz de Montréal Artistic Director Louis Robitaille and Dr. AllanaLindgren (Chair, Theatre Department, UVic). The discussion willinclude the creation process of the evening’s works, and audiencemembers will have the opportunity to ask questions.

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Are you 30 – 45 years old and looking for a great evening out?Although our season membership is sold out, you can still buysingle tickets to any of our main-stage shows. Not only will yousave money, you’ll also receive an invitation to an exclusive afterparty with the dancers. Some restrictions apply. Phone theMcPherson Box Office at 250-386-6121 or visitDanceVictoria.com

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Our popular Pay Your Age is open to anyone aged 12 to 29. Alimited number of Pay Your Age tickets are available for eachperformance so act quickly. “Like” us on Facebook or follow ourTwitter feed @Dance_Victoria. Pay Your Age tickets are subject toa $5 Royal & McPherson Box Office fee.

Yes! I want Dance Victoria to thrive!Please accept my donation of:o Surprise us $______o President’s Circle $1000o Patron $500o Supporter $250o Friend $100o Other $______

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How to donate:Mail: Return this form with a cheque to: Dance Victoria Society111 – 2750 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4E8

Phone: 250-595-1829 with your credit card in hand

Online: Donate over our secure page at DanceVictoria.com

In Person: at Dance Victoria Studios (we’ll give you a tour) or at the Royal and McPherson Box OfficesDance Victoria is a federally registered charity and will provide a tax-deductiblereceipt for all donations $20 and over. Charitable # 87377 5522 RR0001

Thankyou!

Buy 3 & Save!Our 3-show subscription package will bring some warmth toyour winter days! Dance Victoria subscribers have their pick ofseats and performance nights at the Royal Theatre.

LES BALLETS JAZZ DE MONTRÉALFebruary 26 + 27 • 7:30pm • Royal TheatreTriple BillGenuine raw dance performed at full throttle by a dozenaccomplished performers. Three exciting internationalchoreographers.

KIDD PIVOT + ELECTRIC CO. THEATREMarch 11 + 12 • 7:30pm • Royal TheatreBetroffenheit“…rare and staggering.” - Globe & Mail

ROYAL WINNIPEG BALLETApril 1 + 2 • 7:30pm • Royal TheatreGoing Home Star – Truth and Reconciliation“May be the most important dance mounted by the RoyalWinnipeg Ballet in its illustrious 75 year history.” - CBC Radio


And there’s more FREE stuff:

DANCE DAYS KICK-OFF!Swing Class & PartyRed Hot SwingDance Victoria Studios2750 Quadra StFriday, January 22 • 8:15pm-12:30am

No experience or partner necessary. Startwith an introductory class and then dancethe night away!

ENJOY THE SAVINGSDancer Appreciation DayToes ‘N’ Taps Dance Shoppe1733 Cook StSaturday, January 30 • 10:00am-5:00pmJoin us for our 6th annual event incelebration of Dance Days! Special in-store prices and prizes.

WATCHJoin us in the studio and get upclose to the creative process • All demonstrations are FREE

Post-Secondary BridgeProgram Open HouseVictoria Academy of Ballet716 Johnson St, 2nd fl.January 28 • 10:00am-12:30pm

Come and experience a morning in the lifeof a post-graduate student. We welcomeyou to view morning class and rehearsals.RSVP to [email protected] or250-590-6752 by Jan 18

Company ClassBallet Victoria643 Broughton StJanuary 27 • 9:00am to 10:30amEver wondered how professional balletcompany dancers train their bodies andmaintain their technique so they are readyfor rehearsal? Get an inside glimpse whenyou watch a company class at BalletVictoria.

Sneak peek: Romeo & Juliet inRehearsalBallet Victoria643 Broughton StJanuary 28 • 3:00pm-4:00pmBallet Victoria’s Artistic Director ischoreographing his own version of theShakespeare classic. Be among the firstto get a sneak peek of this exciting newromantic work that will premiere in earlyMarch, 2016.FREE– Adult • Watch • balletvictoria.ca

Conception: The Idea of aBeginningVAB Dance TheatreMetro Studio Theatre1411 Quadra StJanuary 30 • 2:00pm-3:00pmBe the first to see the inauguralperformance of Victoria’s newest dancecompany.$10– Call 250-590-6752 or at the door

ROUGH CUTSDance Victoria Studios 2750 Quadra StreetJoin dance presenters from across Canadawho are here in Victoria during Dance Daysat these FREE studio showings. Be the firstto see these exciting works-in-progress.Space is limited so advance registration isrequired. Phone 250-595-1829 or [email protected] using the appro-priate subject line indicated below.

Julianne ChappleJanuary 29 • 11:30am-12:30pmthe edges of things are ill defined is anintimate duet. Limbs rising and fallingmove from a faint silhouette to full light. [email protected] “Chapple” in subject line.

Amber Funk BartonJanuary 29 • 1:00pm-2:00pmSeasoned dance artist Funk Barton isdeveloping a new solo, VAST, thatembraces impressions and experiencesgleaned from world [email protected] “Barton” in subject line.

Meredith KalamanJanuary 29 • 2:45pm-3:45pmFemmes Fatales is a new trio thatexamines femininity through the ages,from witch hunts to modern [email protected] “Kalaman” in subjectline.

Ziyian KwanJanuary 30 • 2:30pm-3:30pmstill rhyming is a new solo inspired by thewritings of Patti SmithFREE– Limited capacity •[email protected] “Kwan” in subject line. •Adult • Showing and Discussion •DanceVictoria.com

Shay KueblerJanuary 30 • 4:00pm-5:00pmFeasting on Famine explores the extremeside of body-building and health fitnesswith [email protected] “Kuebler” in subject line.

Dance Days: It’ll move you!Friday, January 22 through to Sunday, January 31

We’ve chosen the tagline, It’ll move you, because the variety of classes and performances areguaranteed to move you — physically and emotionally. We’re excited about the 10-day eventand look forward to seeing you moving all around town and in our studios!

FREE CLASSESWhether you’re a beginner or an intermediate dancer, we have classes for you! This year wehave a greater focus on dance fitness classes like Zumba®, Nia and yoga. There’s “otherworld” dances like West African dance and flamenco as well as ballet, contemporary, jazz, ball-room, and the list goes on! Visit DanceVictoria.com for the most up-to-minute schedule andpick up the Dance Days guide at any Serious Coffee location on south Vancouver Island.

Debut of a remarkable new ensemble work, Major Motion Picture, during Dance Days

Out Innerspace Dance Theatre // Vancouver

Major Motion Picture World Premiere

January 29 + 30 • Friday + Saturday • 7:30pmMetro Studio Theatre • Quadra at Johnson

Created by two of the most exciting, next-generationchoreographers renowned for their hilarious characters andimaginative use of multimedia. Seven dancers engage in a struggle,fighting for their power, identities and desires in a highly charged,digital world. Outrageous costumes, great music and highlyphysical dance. A World Premiere you will not want to miss!

Tickets: 250-386-6121DanceVictoria.com

“Unlike anything you’ve ever seen...suffice it to say you’ve neverseen movement like this, or characters like this, on a dance stagebefore.” - Janet Smith, Georgia Straight

*The Royal and McPherson Theatres will apply an additional $3.50 service charge tothe price of tickets.

Commissioned by the CanDance Network and a group of presenting partners thatinclude Live Art Dance Productions (Halifax), Dance Victoria, Firehall Arts Centre(Vancouver), L’Agora de la Danse (Montréal).

Join the party on stage to celebrate the World Premiere at theJanuary 29 performance (included in the price of admission).

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BEGINNER CLASSES No experiencenecessary, just a little courage!

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED CLASSESDeveloped for those individuals that havestudied dance for a few years.

PROFESSIONAL LEVEL WORKSHOPSIntended for the active working professional.

WATCH Informal demonstrations that provideyou with a keener understanding of aparticular dance genre or insight into how adance artist prepares for a day of rehearsal.

DISCUSS Rich conversations about danceworks and processes.

ROUGH CUTS Studio showings of works-in-progress that include an informal discussionwith the artists about their work.

PERFORMANCES Unforgettable works fromartists with fresh perspectives, developed tomove you and perhaps change your mindabout things.

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Get out of the coldand step into theheat of BJM!We’re excited to present Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal (BJM) onFebruary 26 and 27 at 7:30pm at the Royal Theatre. BJM’s motto isto “provoke emotions through contemporary dance” — and that theydo! The Company is known for its radiant, expressive style that liftsthe soul, earning the Company its title “feel good company.” Whodoesn’t need a little of that in February? BJM also makes aconscious effort to remain accessible to all audiences, making thempopular among both neophytes and informed audiences.

BJM’s Triple Bill, coming to Victoria, tests the virtuosity andendurance of 15 remarkable dancers. In fact, the theme underlyingBJM’s program is energy. Whether it is tribal, urban, unbridled orconcentrated, the energy is visceral, noble and infectious, andconveyed through the Company’s technically proficient, dynamicperformers. The three works: Rouge by Rodrigo Pederneiras; MonoLisa by Itzik Galili; and Kosmos by Andonis Foniadakis, pulse with thestamina of those who refuse to give up and who draw from deeppersonal strength. You’ll be amazed that bodies can move this wayand be so strong — yet convey such breezy effortlessness. Caution:you may have to remind yourself to breathe!

Catch the SPARK! Each March, the SPARK Festival fills the Belfry with performingartists and theatre companies from across Canada. The best in thecountry gathers for two short weeks — your opportunity toexperience award-winning, cutting-edge works by both internationaland local artists. High school students enrolled in the Belfry 101program also present a new play that they created in just one week.SPARK is a hub of creative energy and you don’t want to miss it!

This year Dance Victoria is presenting Kidd Pivot + ElectricCompany Theatre’s Betroffenheit at the Royal Theatre inassociation with Belfry Theatre’s SPARK Festival. Dance Victoriapatrons get 25% off tickets to any SPARK Festival production whenthey use the promo code SPARK2016 and Belfry patrons enjoy 25%off tickets to Betroffenheit.

Enjoy free events, play readings, works-in-progress, and some ofthe hottest actors in Canada — including Jonathon Young — inBetroffenheit. It’s all at SPARK 2016.

Dance Victoria NewsAnnual General MeetingIn late November 22 members came to Dance Victoria Studios forour Annual General Meeting to review the results from DanceVictoria’s 2014/15 year, which ended June 30, 2015. The auditedfinancial statements for the year revealed a small surplus of $8,704on a total budget of $1.3 million. RWB’s Nutcracker was the highestgrossing show in Dance Victoria’s 19-year history. In all, 2014/15was reported as a stellar year.

Board MembersAt the AGM, Stephen White and the Board expressed sincere thanksfor members who are now stepping down after helping DanceVictoria through its year of transition: Paul McNair, Mary Desprez, andAllana Lindgren. Members will be considering candidates for electionto the Board throughout the coming year.

Spring RaffleProceeds from our raffle support many community projects thattake place in our studios. Tickets are now on sale and will be avail-able at all Dance Victoria presentations this season or you can call250-595-1829 to order by phone. The amazing prizes include:• 1ST: Travel for five nights with Dance Victoria to San

Francisco (May 2017). Package includes return air,accommodation, daily breakfast, walking tours, a day in theNapa Valley, a dance performance and more. (Value: $2,900)

• 2ND: A full year’s membership at Victoria’s premiere fitnessfacility, the Victoria Athletic Club which includes a 25-metrelap pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and more. (Value: $1,000)

• 3RD: Vancouver getaway. Return flights for two on Helijet,stay at the Fairmont Waterfront Hotel, and enjoy two ticketsto any Ballet BC production in 2016/17. (Value: $2,590)

NEW! EARLY BIRD BONUS DRAW:On March 15 Dance Victoria will draw and award a lucky winner ofa night on the town for two which includes a $75 gift certificatefor dinner at Vista 18, two best seats at Pacific Opera’s AMidsummer Night’s Dream and an overnight stay in a deluxe roomat Chateau Victoria.

Tickets are $10 each or a book of five for $40. With fewer than2,000 printed, your odds are great, plus you’ll enjoy knowing you’resupporting Victoria’s vibrant dance community. The raffle will bedrawn at Dance Victoria Studios at 2:00pm on April 20, 2016.

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Dance Victoria’s Chrystal Dance Prize was established in 2011 from agenerous bequest by the late Dr. Betty “Chrystal” Kleiman. Kleiman, arenowned pediatrician, wanted Canadian dance artists to have theopportunity to collaborate with international artists. The fund ismanaged by the Victoria Foundation and to date has awarded morethan $100,000 to seven mid-career artists working with colleaguesfrom South Korea, France, Italy, China, Brazil and Germany. In 2016,Dance Victoria will award $35,000 to new projects.

Three internationally respected and critically acclaimed danceartists will be among the jury selecting the 2016 recipients of DanceVictoria‘s Chrystal Dance Prize (Independent Dance Artists). The juryincludes Emily Molnar, Stephan Laks, Ewan McLaren and DanceVictoria’s Producer, Stephen White.

Emily Molnar is Artistic Director of Ballet BC and Artistic Directorof Dance at The Banff Centre. Named Globe and Mail’s 2013 DanceArtist of the Year, she is also a recipient of the 2015 BC CommunityAchievement Award and the 2015 (Vancouver) YWCA Women ofDistinction Award in Art, Culture & Design.

Stephan Laks is Rehearsal Director with the GöteborgsOperansDanskompani (Göteborg, Sweden) and has worked as a performer,répétiteur, and choreographer with Sasha Waltz & Guests, FernandoMelo, Royal Research/Royal Swedish Ballet, Project Point Blank/Hokuto Kodama, and Springboard Danse Montréal.

Currently Artistic Director of the Alfred ve dvoře Theatre (Prague,Czech Republic), Ewan McLaren has worked as an actor, director andproducer with Prague’s Studio Ypsilon, Daniel MacIvor’s dada kameracompany (Toronto), One Yellow Rabbit Company and HighPerformance Rodeo Festival of Innovative Performance (Calgary).

The jury will assess all the Chrystal Dance Prize (Independent DanceArtists) proposals and announce the recipients in early February.

Chrystal Dance Prize To Be Assessed By International Jury


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CherishAn Intimate Evening of FlamencoA fundraising event for Dance Victoria Society

Saturday, January 23, 2016Cocktails at 7:00pm • Show at 7:45pmDance Victoria Studios • 111 – 2750 Quadra StreetTickets $75 • Phone 250-595-1829 or visit DanceVictoria.com

Oh Spain… you nourish us with sangria and tapas and dazzle us with sensualdance! Get out of the chilly rain and experience the warmth of Spanish dance, food and drink this January, while supporting Dance Victoria.Join Dance Victoria’s amigos for a passionate Spanish tablao: a cabaret-styleparty celebrating all things Spanish! Dance Victoria Studios will betransformed into an intimate café cantante and your evening will include:• A welcome drink of sangria• An evening of Spanish music and dance

featuring flamenco artist, Monique Salez • Enjoy delicious tapas by Chorizo & Co.• Bid on tempting silent auction gifts

Olé, no? Caliente! How can you resist?A charitable tax receipt will be provided for a portion of the ticket price. Charitable Reg. #: 87377 5522 RR0001

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Dance at the RoyalSubscribers can buy additional ticketsto Dance Victoria any time of the yearand save 20%.

KIDD PIVOT + ELECTRIC COMPANYTHEATREMarch 11 + 12 • 7:30pm Royal TheatreBetroffenheit

ROYAL WINNIPEGBALLETApril 1 + 2 • 7:30pmRoyal TheatreGoing Home Star – Truth andReconciliation

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