Dance Articles

Brotherhood: A Hip Hopera is an unique theatrical experience

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Brotherhood: A Hip Hopera is a play told in rhyme, conceived and performed by Sébastien Heins about two superstar brothers who make it big in rap. They roll in cash and booze and drugs. The performance is high energy and features a compelling narrative, but it feels contrived at times and could be tightened in […]

Louise Lecavalier’s ‘So Blue’ demonstrates sheer physical strength

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Louise Lecavalier is a powerhouse in Canadian contemporary dance. She danced with the renowned dance company La La La Human Steps for two decades and was the company’s primary dancer and inspiration. In 2012, Lecavalier premiered her very own choreographed production So Blue and the performance is part of the High Performance Rodeo Theatre Festival.

DJD’s ‘New Universe’ doesn’t have much bite

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Decidedly Jazz Danceworks opened New Universe in their new universe. The DJD dance centre, located on 12th avenue downtown is a brand new facility dedicated to jazz dance and the only one like it in the country. It is a beautiful building featuring some amazing studios and an incredible performance theatre.