LACDC's Winter Show!
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Ali West
Nov 2, 2009, 4:59:47 PM11/2/09
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Hello!
As winter quickly approaches, I would like to invite you to Los Angeles Contemporary Dance Company's winter show entitled "Fight or Flight" at the Mimoda Studio Theater December 11-13 and 18-20. Tickets are on sale now at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/87925. Get them quickly before we sell out!
If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend, swing by our "Open Bar/Open Rehearsal." Watch us rehearse for our winter show all while sipping cocktails at the Brockus Project Studios. Admission is a suggested donation of $15.
Hope to see you there!
--
Ali West
Operations Coordinator
L.A. Contemporary Dance Company
aw...@lacontemporarydance.org
www.ladanceco.org
L.A. Contemporary Dance Company (LACDC) presents
“Fight or Flight”
A dance concert exploring the instincts that drive us to action
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Get ready to confront your warring instincts and act fast in L.A. Contemoporary Dance company’s “Fight or Flight”.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, October 26, 2009 – The L.A. Contemporary Dance Company (LACDC) announces their winter show “Fight or Flight” with NEW performance dates on December 11-13 and 18-20; Friday – Sunday at 8pm. Featuring the world premiere of choreography by Scott Hislop, Adam Parson, and LACDC Artistic Director, Kate Hutter with performances at the Mimoda Studio Theatre, a new venue for LACDC, located conveniently on Pico Blvd just 2 blocks east of Fairfax. The evening is made up of three distinct pieces approaching the common theme of “fight or flight”- the instincts that drive us to action.
Dates: December 11 – 13 & 18 – 20; Friday – Sunday at 8pm
Venue: Mimoda Studio Theatre - 5774 W. Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90019; www.mimodastudio.com
Tickets: $20 general admission; $25 reserved seating. Tickets go on sale beginning November 1st at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/87925. Get them fast before we sell out!
Choreographer Scott Hislop utilizes highly stylized gestures and bird-like movements to portray the tight-laced society of pre-revolution France. Eventually shedding their fanciful exoskeleton of broadened hips and padded shoulders, the dancers evolve and transform into their natural forms, breaking from the formalities of this society and coming in contact with their more carnal instincts. For his work, Adam Parson reflects on a recent trip to Kenya where he observed women who were pressured by male figures to remain subservient and committed to their destined role in society, but began to fight back in a lust for something greater. While on a journey to fetch water each day, the women diverge from this task and instead walk miles upon miles to reach a school house where they secretly learn to read, write and think for themselves. Through the attainment of an education, they free their minds and create their own destiny unbridled by the expectations of their community. And for Kate Hutter, her work questions what our potential is as individuals and as a society, and if we have lowered our expectations of people’s greatness. She grapples with this question by portraying a group of teenagers, who seemingly are uninspired, unmotivated and apathetic, yet over the course of the piece, become active and emboldened by the potency of their ideas and begin to react with greater verve to the world around them.
In preparation for the show, LACDC will be hosting their bi-annual “Open Bar / Open Rehearsal” fundraising event where the public will have the opportunity to sit in on rehearsals and learn about the creative process while sipping cocktails and enjoying the lounge atmosphere of LACDC’s hip downtown rehearsal space. “Open Bar / Open Rehearsal” will take place Saturday, November 7 from 7 – 10pm at the Brockus Project Studios located at 618B Moulton Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90031. Admission is a suggested donation of $15.
For additional information, please contact Kate Hutter, Artistic Director of the L.A. Contemporary Dance Company atk...@lacontemporarydance.org or visit our website at www.ladanceco.org.
The L.A. Contemporary Dance Company (LACDC) is a repertory dance company based in downtown Los Angeles that performs a diverse repertoire of modern, ballet, and jazz influenced works representative of L.A.’s vibrant culture. It is the stomping ground for the next generation of dance artists and collaborators to craft the future of dance in L.A. and beyond. Dance Spirit magazine has called LACDC one of the “25 Things We Love About Los Angeles,” and describes the company as a "Vibrant, youthful repertory company under the creative leadership of rising star Kate Hutter." For more information, pleases visit www.ladanceco.org
Kate Hutter (choreographer, co-director) is Artistic Director and co-founder of the L.A. Contemporary Dance Company (LACDC), a non-profit organization that produces innovative dance performances and workshops for Los Angeles’ communities. Kate holds a BFA in Theatrical Design from the University of Southern California and a MFA in Choreography from Purchase College, SUNY. Kate received an L.A. Weekly Award for “Best Production” for her work on Marat / Sade in 2006 and two Lester Horton award nominations for “Best Small Ensemble” in 2006 and 2007 for her work with LACDC.
Scott Hislop (Choreographer) recently appeared in the film The Curious Case of Benjamin Button with Cate Blanchett and Brad Pitt. Scott has appeared in over 14 feature films including Charlie’s Angels, She’s All That, Titanic, Jackass II, and as Tobey Maquire’s dance-double inSpiderman III. He can be seen in commercials for Sony Plasma, Wendy’s, and Cadillac Escalade. Among his television credits are shows such as “Bette,” “Jack & Jill,” and “Tony Bennett, An American Legend,” directed by Rob Marshall. In addition to his performance and teaching careers, Scott has periodically been a part of the choreography team setting pieces for “So You Think You Can Dance.”
Adam Parson (Choreographer) performed worldwide as a Power Ranger. His television, commercial and video credits include “3rd Rock from the Sun,” Pepsi, Prince, Monica, and Shell Oil. Adam also performed as a principal dancer in the ballet Rodeo presented to President Clinton at the White House. He is the founder and artistic director of Commonality Dance Company that has toured the United States, Mexico, South Korea, and Europe. Adam teaches master classes around the world and for companies and schools in Australia, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, South Korea and Switzerland. His recent projects include choreography for two feature films and the show ASIA, filmed live for DVD.
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Ali West
Operations Coordinator
L.A. Contemporary Dance Company
aw...@lacontemporarydance.org
www.ladanceco.org
As winter quickly approaches, I would like to invite you to Los Angeles Contemporary Dance Company's winter show entitled "Fight or Flight" at the Mimoda Studio Theater December 11-13 and 18-20. Tickets are on sale now at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/87925. Get them quickly before we sell out!
If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend, swing by our "Open Bar/Open Rehearsal." Watch us rehearse for our winter show all while sipping cocktails at the Brockus Project Studios. Admission is a suggested donation of $15.
Hope to see you there!
--
Ali West
Operations Coordinator
L.A. Contemporary Dance Company
aw...@lacontemporarydance.org
www.ladanceco.org
L.A. Contemporary Dance Company (LACDC) presents
“Fight or Flight”
A dance concert exploring the instincts that drive us to action
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Get ready to confront your warring instincts and act fast in L.A. Contemoporary Dance company’s “Fight or Flight”.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, October 26, 2009 – The L.A. Contemporary Dance Company (LACDC) announces their winter show “Fight or Flight” with NEW performance dates on December 11-13 and 18-20; Friday – Sunday at 8pm. Featuring the world premiere of choreography by Scott Hislop, Adam Parson, and LACDC Artistic Director, Kate Hutter with performances at the Mimoda Studio Theatre, a new venue for LACDC, located conveniently on Pico Blvd just 2 blocks east of Fairfax. The evening is made up of three distinct pieces approaching the common theme of “fight or flight”- the instincts that drive us to action.
Dates: December 11 – 13 & 18 – 20; Friday – Sunday at 8pm
Venue: Mimoda Studio Theatre - 5774 W. Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90019; www.mimodastudio.com
Tickets: $20 general admission; $25 reserved seating. Tickets go on sale beginning November 1st at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/87925. Get them fast before we sell out!
Choreographer Scott Hislop utilizes highly stylized gestures and bird-like movements to portray the tight-laced society of pre-revolution France. Eventually shedding their fanciful exoskeleton of broadened hips and padded shoulders, the dancers evolve and transform into their natural forms, breaking from the formalities of this society and coming in contact with their more carnal instincts. For his work, Adam Parson reflects on a recent trip to Kenya where he observed women who were pressured by male figures to remain subservient and committed to their destined role in society, but began to fight back in a lust for something greater. While on a journey to fetch water each day, the women diverge from this task and instead walk miles upon miles to reach a school house where they secretly learn to read, write and think for themselves. Through the attainment of an education, they free their minds and create their own destiny unbridled by the expectations of their community. And for Kate Hutter, her work questions what our potential is as individuals and as a society, and if we have lowered our expectations of people’s greatness. She grapples with this question by portraying a group of teenagers, who seemingly are uninspired, unmotivated and apathetic, yet over the course of the piece, become active and emboldened by the potency of their ideas and begin to react with greater verve to the world around them.
In preparation for the show, LACDC will be hosting their bi-annual “Open Bar / Open Rehearsal” fundraising event where the public will have the opportunity to sit in on rehearsals and learn about the creative process while sipping cocktails and enjoying the lounge atmosphere of LACDC’s hip downtown rehearsal space. “Open Bar / Open Rehearsal” will take place Saturday, November 7 from 7 – 10pm at the Brockus Project Studios located at 618B Moulton Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90031. Admission is a suggested donation of $15.
For additional information, please contact Kate Hutter, Artistic Director of the L.A. Contemporary Dance Company atk...@lacontemporarydance.org or visit our website at www.ladanceco.org.
The L.A. Contemporary Dance Company (LACDC) is a repertory dance company based in downtown Los Angeles that performs a diverse repertoire of modern, ballet, and jazz influenced works representative of L.A.’s vibrant culture. It is the stomping ground for the next generation of dance artists and collaborators to craft the future of dance in L.A. and beyond. Dance Spirit magazine has called LACDC one of the “25 Things We Love About Los Angeles,” and describes the company as a "Vibrant, youthful repertory company under the creative leadership of rising star Kate Hutter." For more information, pleases visit www.ladanceco.org
Kate Hutter (choreographer, co-director) is Artistic Director and co-founder of the L.A. Contemporary Dance Company (LACDC), a non-profit organization that produces innovative dance performances and workshops for Los Angeles’ communities. Kate holds a BFA in Theatrical Design from the University of Southern California and a MFA in Choreography from Purchase College, SUNY. Kate received an L.A. Weekly Award for “Best Production” for her work on Marat / Sade in 2006 and two Lester Horton award nominations for “Best Small Ensemble” in 2006 and 2007 for her work with LACDC.
Scott Hislop (Choreographer) recently appeared in the film The Curious Case of Benjamin Button with Cate Blanchett and Brad Pitt. Scott has appeared in over 14 feature films including Charlie’s Angels, She’s All That, Titanic, Jackass II, and as Tobey Maquire’s dance-double inSpiderman III. He can be seen in commercials for Sony Plasma, Wendy’s, and Cadillac Escalade. Among his television credits are shows such as “Bette,” “Jack & Jill,” and “Tony Bennett, An American Legend,” directed by Rob Marshall. In addition to his performance and teaching careers, Scott has periodically been a part of the choreography team setting pieces for “So You Think You Can Dance.”
Adam Parson (Choreographer) performed worldwide as a Power Ranger. His television, commercial and video credits include “3rd Rock from the Sun,” Pepsi, Prince, Monica, and Shell Oil. Adam also performed as a principal dancer in the ballet Rodeo presented to President Clinton at the White House. He is the founder and artistic director of Commonality Dance Company that has toured the United States, Mexico, South Korea, and Europe. Adam teaches master classes around the world and for companies and schools in Australia, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, South Korea and Switzerland. His recent projects include choreography for two feature films and the show ASIA, filmed live for DVD.
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Ali West
Operations Coordinator
L.A. Contemporary Dance Company
aw...@lacontemporarydance.org
www.ladanceco.org
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