Southern Vermont Dance Festival: Full Schedule

Welcome to the Southern Vermont Dance Festival! Takes place July 14th - July 17th with 100 classes, 3 Gala performances, Informal performances, Dozens of Community Events, Meet and Greets and Receptions and Dinner at Rudyard Kiplings house and much more. Purchase your tickets on Eventbrite and have access to your own Vermont Dance Adventure.

9:15am EDT

West African Dance

Limited Capacity seats available
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Dance Dabbler
Thursday Dance Sampler

One of the many dances found in Guinea and the Ivory Coast in Africa, Lamba is a healing dance that also celebrates harvest, marriages, rites of passage and religious ceremonies.

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Faculty

Dorcas Roman

Artistic Director, Dorcas Román Dance Theatre

A dancer and choreographer native to Puerto Rico, Román has been active in dance and theatre for more than 23 years. She currently serves as artistic director of Dorcas Román Dance Theatre (DRDT), a company which has received high praise from national and international press sources... Read More →

Thursday July 14, 2016 9:15am - 10:45am EDT
Stone Church 210 Main St. Brattleboro VT

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Summer Festy Fun

11:30am EDT

Fusion Style Belly Dance (1/2/3)

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Dance Dabbler
Thursday Dance Sampler

We live in a globalized world, so let your dance expressions reflect this! Fusion Style Bellydance draws from the traditions of the middle east and the U.S. In this mixed level class, we will drill the basic movement vocabulary, learn some fresh fusion traveling steps, practice our improv skills, and put it all together in a fun, fast paced combo that anyone can learn.

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Faculty

Cyndal Ellis

Director, Sobo Studio

Cyndal Ellis is Director of SoBo Studio and Co-Director of Al Amal Belly Dance Company. She teaches Tribal Fusion Belly Dance, Modern Dance, and Dunham Technique at SoBo and at area schools. Cyndal is currently a candidate for certification through the Institute for Dunham Technique... Read More →

Thursday July 14, 2016 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
IBIT @ Headroom Stages 17 Elliot ST. Brattleboro, VT

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Fest/Dance Newbie, Summer Festy Fun

1:45pm EDT

Belly Dance Drum Solo (3/4/5)

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Dance Dabbler
Thursday Dance Sampler

Drum solos are one of the most challenging types of belly dance pieces to create and perform. Get started by learning how to listen to the music and choose sequences, then learn fun drum solo combinations. Recommended for intermediate to advanced belly dancers.

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Faculty

Amity DeAngelis (Amati)

Instructor, Performer, Choreographer; Co-Director, Amati World Dance; Al Amal Belly Dance Company

Amati World Dance provides Middle Eastern & American Belly Dance classes, workshops, and performances for all audiences. Amati has been studying and performing belly dance since 2005. She has studied American Cabaret, Turkish, Lebanese, Egyptian Oriental, and folkloric styles. Amati... Read More →

Thursday July 14, 2016 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
118 Elliot St. 118 Elliot St. Brattleboro, VT.

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 3, Level 4, Level 5
Curated Track Dance Around The World

1:45pm EDT

Samba Pagode: A Brazilian Urban Social Movement of Perpetual Momentum

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Dance Dabbler
Thursday Dance Sampler

The Pagode (a type of Samba) movement evolved out of the favelas of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and became one of the most popular dance and musical art forms in Brazil. In this workshop participants will learn the history and progression of Pagode as an urban social movement while learning actual Pagode choreography. The workshop will start with a cohesive upbeat warm-up inspired by various Afro-Brazilian movements, participants will then learn the basics of traditional Samba, and will conclude with exploring actual popular Pagode choreography. Throughout the workshop participants will also learn basic Portuguese phrases, and will leave the workshop with a stronger sense of the rhythmically challenging Samba technique, an understanding of Brazilian history and connection to our dance community.

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Faculty

Joya Powell

Artistic Director/Choreographer, Movement of the People Dance Company

A native New Yorker, Joya Powell received her M.A. in Dance Education from New York University, and her B.A. in Latin American Studies and Creative Writing from Columbia University. Throughout her career she has danced with choreographers such as Neta Pulvermacher, Jacqulyn Buglisi... Read More →

Thursday July 14, 2016 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
Stone Church 210 Main St. Brattleboro VT

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World

6:30pm EDT

Salsa

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Dance Dabbler
Thursday Dance Sampler

This class covers basic footwork and partnering skills. Emphasis on lead and follow technique. Come get your salsa on!!

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Faculty

Ray Warren

owner, Shall We Dance?

Ray Warren of "Shall We Dance?" and Brattlboro Ballroom has been teaching Ballroom and Latin Dance for thirty five years. Originally trained with Arthur Murray Studios he has taught in CA, FL, MA, NH, ME & VT. He teaches a social ballroom style primarily for beginners and intermediate... Read More →

Thursday July 14, 2016 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
118 Elliot St. 118 Elliot St. Brattleboro, VT.

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Fest/Dance Newbie

8:00am EDT

Yogea

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Dance Dabbler
Friday Dance Sampler

“Yog Eiah” is a form of Divine Reciprocity. Translated from Sanskrit it means “In the name of Yoga” – a devotional way of recognizing the art of yoga. Building on the standard vinyasa flows the sequences integrates exercises from the Bartenieff Fundamentals such as swings and circles. The pacing is more Tai Chi like this weighted effort expands the use of breath and range of motion along with flexibility and balance.

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Faculty

Blair Hotchner

Artistic Director, The Rogue Dancers

Blair Hotchner graduated summa cum laude from the Arnhold Graduate Dance Education Program at Hunter College and is currently teach dance for the NYC Department of Education. She received her BA in Dance and Psychology from Hofstra University. She has worked with choreographers Larry... Read More →

Friday July 15, 2016 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
IBIT @ Headroom Stages 17 Elliot ST. Brattleboro, VT

w Yoga-Pilates and Restoration

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Musical Theater Training, Summer Festy Fun, Yoga & Fitness

11:30am EDT

Hula Basics

Limited Capacity seats available
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Dance Dabbler
Friday Dance Sampler

Learn proper execution of basic Hawaiian moves and the meaning of beautiful hand gestures. All levels.

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Faculty

Amity DeAngelis (Amati)

Instructor, Performer, Choreographer; Co-Director, Amati World Dance; Al Amal Belly Dance Company

Friday July 15, 2016 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Sobo Studio 74 Cotton Mill Hill #346

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Yoga & Fitness

4:00pm EDT

AcroYoga

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Dance Dabbler
Friday Dance Sampler

ACROVINYASA takes yoga from Earth to Air! Part Vinyasa Flow, part Acroyoga, part Inversion Training... In this workshop we will Flow, Float and Fly! This practice combines traditional yoga postures with L-based acrobatic flying. The aerial portion revolves around one partner (the base) supporting the other (the flyer) in moving through the air in a series of yoga postures. The necessary component for students learning the practice for the first time is the role of the spotter, who makes sure both base and flyer remain safe and properly aligned. Acrovinyasa brings a playful approach to our traditional yoga practice, feeling more like a dance with gravity than an intense physical practice!

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Faculty

Sammi Dandelions

Yoga has been a part of Sammi's life since the age of 12. The practice has helped her grow stronger both on and off the mat. Practicing yoga and Acroyoga motivates her to live out each moment of her life to its absolute fullest. She lives to inspire others to laugh, play and spread... Read More →

Friday July 15, 2016 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Sobo Studio 74 Cotton Mill Hill #346

w Yoga-Pilates and Restoration

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Summer Festy Fun, Teacher Retreat, Yoga & Fitness

6:00pm EDT

Tango

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Dance Dabbler
Friday Dance Sampler

It's time to tango!

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Faculty

Ray Warren

owner, Shall We Dance?

Friday July 15, 2016 6:00pm - 7:30pm EDT
Stone Church 210 Main St. Brattleboro VT

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World

8:00am EDT

Somatically Informed Vinyasa Yoga

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Dance Dabbler
Saturday Dance Sampler

Nicole teaches a somatically-informed vinyasa flow yoga class which focuses on building strength, stability, and flexibility. She draws on her experience as a dancer/somatic movement practitioner to develop classes which increase anatomical awareness of the physical body through movement and breath. Sequences are designed to weave postures gracefully together in an anatomically sound and intuitively easeful manner, subtly leading the practitioner to employ movement as a way to heal, restore, and express one’s inner landscape.

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Faculty

Nicole Dagesse

Artistic Director, Murmurations Dance

Nicole Dagesse is a Vermont native whose rural upbringing in the forests and fields is a direct inspiration for her movement style and choreographic desires. Combining her training in Modern Dance, Contact Improvisation, and Aerial Dance, Nicole is a Site Choreographer who approaches... Read More →

Saturday July 16, 2016 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
IBIT @ Headroom Stages 17 Elliot ST. Brattleboro, VT

w Yoga-Pilates and Restoration

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Teacher Retreat, Yoga & Fitness

9:15am EDT

Laban Movement Analysis

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Dance Dabbler
Saturday Dance Sampler

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Faculty

Nathan Andary

Assistant Lecturer; Dance

Nathan Andary, CMA, MFA, RSME, Nathan is a Laban/Bartenieff certified movement analyst, experimental artist, and a two-time recipient of the prestigious Merit Award for Choreography from the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA). Nathan's dance research: The Threshold between... Read More →

Saturday July 16, 2016 9:15am - 10:45am EDT
Mama Bear @BSD 22 High St. Brattleboro, VT.

Modern-Contemporary-Ballet

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Teacher Retreat, Yoga & Fitness

11:30am EDT

Bomba: The Dance of Puerto Rico

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Dance Dabbler
Saturday Dance Sampler

“Bomba: The Dance of Puerto Rico” focuses on learning the afro-Puerto Rican history through dance. The students learn the relationship between dancer and musician, basic Bomba rhythmic patterns, call and response, and improvisation.

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Faculty

Nadine Martinez

Artistic Director, Proyecto 3er Espacio

The human condition and her cultural heritage are two of the main subjects represented on Nadine Martinez pieces. A choreographer and dancer, Nadine makes use of dance-theater elements to open a window for the audiences into their own humanity. Nadine is a graduate of the University... Read More →

Saturday July 16, 2016 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
118 Elliot St. 118 Elliot St. Brattleboro, VT.

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Summer Festy Fun

1:45pm EDT

Bollywood

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Dance Dabbler
Saturday Dance Sampler

Learn high-energy Bollywood steps and put them together into fun combinations. All levels.

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Faculty

Amity DeAngelis (Amati)

Instructor, Performer, Choreographer; Co-Director, Amati World Dance; Al Amal Belly Dance Company

Saturday July 16, 2016 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
IBIT @ Headroom Stages 17 Elliot ST. Brattleboro, VT

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Yoga & Fitness

4:00pm EDT

Bachata

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Dance Dabbler
Saturday Dance Sampler

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Faculty

Ray Warren

owner, Shall We Dance?

Saturday July 16, 2016 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
118 Elliot St. 118 Elliot St. Brattleboro, VT.

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Musical Theater Training

6:00pm EDT

Turkish Style Belly Dance

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Dance Dabbler
Saturday Dance Sampler

Danse Oryantal (Turkish Style Belly Dance) is one of the most distinctive styles of belly dance in America. Embracing movement and gestures that trace their history to the court dancers of the Ottoman Empire, Danse Oryantal also has another strong ethnic influence: The Roma (Gypsy) People of Turkey. Come explore expressive gestures, steps and rich movement vocabulary of this theatrical style. It is the Roma culture that has infused Turkish Style Belly Dance with much of its colorful accents and attitude!
Please come to class in comfortable dance clothes with close-fitting leggings. For belly dancers of all levels.

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Faculty

Sekhmet (Yvonne Brunot)

Sekhmet can’t remember a time when she wasn’t listening to music. Raised on the 331/3 RPM records of her pianist mother, she knew at an early age that music and movement should go together. Already exposed to classical music and popular American musicals, she began to explore... Read More →

Saturday July 16, 2016 6:00pm - 7:15pm EDT
118 Elliot St. 118 Elliot St. Brattleboro, VT.

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Summer Festy Fun

8:00am EDT

Zumba

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Dance Dabbler
Sunday Dance Sampler

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Faculty

Armando Cruz

Sunday July 17, 2016 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Papa Bear @BSD 22 High St. Brattleboro, VT.

Conditioning and Training

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Summer Festy Fun, Yoga & Fitness

9:15am EDT

House Dance

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Dance Dabbler
Sunday Dance Sampler

A form of dance in which it is easy to depict the connection between our past and our present. House is a dance form and music genre that has to this day held great respect for anything Afro Diasporic in nature, from its beat, rhythms and grooves. House dance is the closest to the movement I envision to be more of a correlation to the African culture. The major source in house dance movement steams directly from the music and the elements within the music such as jazz, African, Latin, soul, R&B, funk, hip hop, etc. The other source is the people, the individuals and their characteristics, ethnicities, origin, etc. You make it you.

In house dancing, there is an emphasis on the subtle rhythms and riffs of the music, and the footwork follows them closely. It is often improvised and emphasizes fast and complex foot-oriented steps combined with fluid movements in the torso.

House is a feeling and a culture.

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Faculty

McKersin Previlus

Artistic Director, Present Day Dance Theatre

Growing up without the means for dance classes, McKersin started absorbing every form of dance he could find from patient friends and eventually a youth program while in High School. With Ethnic-Haitian dance already in his vocabulary, he started building a bigger arsenal with Hip-Hop... Read More →

Sunday July 17, 2016 9:15am - 10:45am EDT
118 Elliot St. 118 Elliot St. Brattleboro, VT.

Jazz-Tap-Hip Hop

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Fest/Dance Newbie, Summer Festy Fun

9:15am EDT

Global Natives (3/4/5)

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Dance Dabbler
Sunday Dance Sampler

What do you get when you have an Asian folk-dance trained dancer evolve into "western dances?" A global-native class infuses Contemporary techniques into Asian traditional dance/martial arts forms such as Ifugao/Arnis and Silat. Athleticism and artistry with an Asian perspective. To have access to this class, purchase your ticket now!

Faculty

Filomar Cortezano Tariao

Senior Lecturer, Doctor of Medicine, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts

DrFil, as he is fondly called by his students, has had a professional & versatile career in Dance and the Performing Arts spanning 19 years. From his humble beginnings as a full scholar of Ballet Philippines, his performances and choreographies have taken him through Asia, Europe... Read More →

Sunday July 17, 2016 9:15am - 10:45am EDT
Sobo Studio 74 Cotton Mill Hill #346

World Dance All Levels w Yoga-Pilates and Restoration

Level Level 3, Level 4, Level 5
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Pro Track

11:30am EDT

Hula Basics

Limited Capacity seats available
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Dance Dabbler
Sunday Dance Sampler

Learn proper execution of basic Hawaiian moves and the meaning of beautiful hand gestures. All levels.

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Faculty

Amity DeAngelis (Amati)

Instructor, Performer, Choreographer; Co-Director, Amati World Dance; Al Amal Belly Dance Company

Sunday July 17, 2016 11:30am - 1:00pm EDT
118 Elliot St. 118 Elliot St. Brattleboro, VT.

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World

1:45pm EDT

Bollywood

Limited Capacity seats available
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Dance Dabbler
Sunday Dance Sampler

Learn high-energy Bollywood steps and put them together into fun combinations. All levels.

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Faculty

Amity DeAngelis (Amati)

Instructor, Performer, Choreographer; Co-Director, Amati World Dance; Al Amal Belly Dance Company

Sunday July 17, 2016 1:45pm - 3:15pm EDT
IBIT @ Headroom Stages 17 Elliot ST. Brattleboro, VT

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Summer Festy Fun, Teacher Retreat

4:00pm EDT

West African Dance

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Dance Dabbler
Sunday Dance Sampler

Kuku could be found in the forest region of Guinea and the Ivory Coast in West Africa. Kuku is a high energy celebratory dance.

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Faculty

Dorcas Roman

Artistic Director, Dorcas Román Dance Theatre

Sunday July 17, 2016 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
IBIT @ Headroom Stages 17 Elliot ST. Brattleboro, VT

World Dance All Levels

Level Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5, Mixed
Curated Track Dance Around The World, Fest/Dance Newbie, Summer Festy Fun