The dance photography of Jingzi Zhao kicks off a busy month that also features contemporary, collaborative, experimental and aerial works and the chance to see elite student performers.
As the Oregon dance card fills up for a busy month of movement, a performance space goes away and another springs to life.
Jamuna Chiarini looks back on December and January shows and ahead to February’s dance, from BodyVox’s “Flights” to Rejoice!’s “Rites of Passage” to OBT’s “Peter Pan” and more.
From dancerly Broadway musicals to Éowyn Emerald’s return to a Bantu circus, a mystical being from Buenos Aires, Linda Austin’s birthday bash and more, 2024 kicks off in grand style.
More nuts than you can crack a whip at, classical Indian dance, contemporary premieres, the return of “ZooZoo,” five women choreographers at NW Dance Project – and even a “NOT-Cracker.”
As Oregon’s dance scene steps into the start of the holiday season, the possibilities of a busy calendar embrace a wide world of movement, style, and sound.
As the fall dance season kicks in, shows ranging from Pilobolus to circus acts, fright nights, Camille A. Brown, and a dance film festival hit the stage.
As the fall performance season approaches, there’s still time to catch some of the best dance summer has to offer, including performances by Linda Austin, NW Dance Project, B. Movement Project, and more.
The heat of summer brings a bounty of dance performances, including new productions and familiar favorites.
It’s the middle of summer and dance performances are just heating up, including several outdoor productions in venues from parks to shipyards.
Jamuna Chiarini takes a deep dive into Indian dance this month with a look at a performance of the epic “Ganga to Kaveri,” plus productions from NW Dance Project, Oregon Ballet Theatre, Danielle Ross, and more.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month brings with it a wealth of cultural dance and music, joined by a rich array of performances from across Oregon’s dance community.
The month brings a wealth of new and diverse productions, as well as celebrations of the art of dance itself.
From the Latin themes of Ballet Hispánico’s “Doña Perón” to a bounty of Indian dance performances to world premieres by international women choreographers at NW Dance Project, there is an abundance of dance riches to enjoy in March.
February brings world premieres, creative collaborations, and a fond farewell to a beloved classical dancer.
The new year begins with jubilant productions from Broadway to burlesque and Pink Floyd to folk dance.
Celebrate the triumph of light over darkness with a bevy of seasonal productions, plus new work from some of our region’s most noted choreographers.
This month’s performances demonstrate the scope of inspiration and self-expression behind the choreographers and dancers.
From the sublime to the spectacular, the steamy to the spooky, dance takes all forms this month.
Major milestones for White Bird, BodyVox, and TBA, plus a season packed with contemporary, modern, and classical dance performances from across the cultural spectrums.
Make the most of the last month of summer with a diverse array of outdoor cultural celebrations.
As summer rises, dance goes outdoors and site-specific (and sometimes stays inside on theater stages, too).
A busy month ranges from dancing felines to new American ballet, experimental works, Andrea Parson’s return, Mexican folklorico and more.
In the spirit of International Dance Day, a busy month in Oregon ranges from Dance Theatre of Harlem to a circus moon shot, steampunk Shakespeare, flamenco, contemporary and more.
From hip-hop to ballet to contemporary to surreal to the African diaspora, Oregon’s dance scene springs into action.
In a time of crisis, the art and dance of a vibrant culture find a light. Plus highlights of Oregon’s dance calendar.
February highlights: White Bird plans a changing of the guard; a wild rumpus erupts; women choreographers in Eugene; more.
January and early February bring a festival filled with dance, and several co-minglings with other art forms.
From dance on film at the start of the year to a flurry of Nutcrackers at the end, the ups and downs of Oregon’s Covid-tinged dance year.
After a long year of mostly virtual performances, the dance world celebrates the season by throwing the doors open to live shows again.
From “Hip Hop Nutcracker” to “Cinderella,” Keylock & Bielemeier to Linda Austin’s explorations, dance is live and on the move again.
After a long layoff, dance is getting back in performance halls. Celebrate its return – if you’ve been vaccinated.
Oregon Ballet Theatre unveils two world premieres in its first concert since the pandemic. And there’s lots more live performance to cheer on, too.
Oregon dance leaders talk about the long- and short-term future of dance. A little exasperation is involved.
How have dancers and choreographers negotiated the pandemic? Jamuna Chiarini tells her particular story.
Though we long for the Olden Times, when dancers occupied the same rooms we did, we’re still counting our blessings: 1) Spring awaits; 2) Dance online.
We are still dancing, but mostly we are watching dance on screens. And we are getting better at it, too.
December dance bustles with a stocking full of Nutcrackers, Christmas Carols, and the odd Happy Hour.
The veteran artists are exemplars of independent dance artists making successful careers in Portland.
Dance starts to heat up after a slow pandemic summer. Jamuna Chiarini collects the fall colors for you.
DanceWatch discovers that dancers are dancing. Still. They’re not likely to stop. We have the calendar to prove it!
August is a busy dance month, with festivals galore. It just happens to be online – which has its advantages.
Oregon’s dance month marches in like a lion, a tango, ballet, butoh, funk, fish, bootleggers and more.
All you need is love: Oregon’s February dance calendar reflects on the many ways humans love.
DanceWatch Monthly is hoping that Marquee TV will fill the void in performing arts on your devices, whatever they may be.
December dance in Portland and the rest of the state gets its holiday on, and we’ve got the guide to all those Sugar Plum Fairies.
As a new season settles in, Oregon’s dance calendar overflows with opportunities.
Dance to haunt the senses and call on spirits, from OBT to White Bird and beyond—way beyond.
This year’s Time-Based Art Festival is loaded with dance events. The rest of September’s leaping with dance, too.
Native American, east Indian, bachata, bhangra, bellydance, Art in the Dark: It’s a month to see and do.
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