Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company - Performing at the Jewish Community Center on November 16th

Come see Ririe-Woodbury perform this Sunday at the
Jewish Arts Festival
November 16, 2008 at 2:00pm
I.J. & Jeanné Wagner
Jewish Community Center
2 North Medical Drive, Salt Lake City

The 2008 Jewish Arts Festival is an exciting family event that is not to be missed. The Festival celebrates the rich history of Jewish culture by offering non-stop musical and dance performances and over 55 artists selling their works in a special Artists Village.

Ririe-Woodbury will be staging several works during the festival including Charlotte Boye-Christensen's "Siesta", Joan Woodbury's "Dummy Waltz", and Larry Keigwin's "80's Night".

Admission is free
For more information visit slcjcc.org

Mark your calendars for
Interiors
December 11-13, 2008 at 7:30pm
December 13-14, 2008 at 2:00 p.m.
Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center

INTERIORS celebrates the work of Artistic Director Charlotte Boye-Christensen with a full evening of her choreography, featuring a new collaboration with a local graffiti writer.

Arguably, graffiti is as socially and culturally relevant today as the native petroglyphs of the Southwest were in the past. This impulse we as humans have to add our mark, our understanding, indeed our own art to the natural world, is the point of departure from which this collaboration between graffiti writer Trent Call and Boye-Christensen will develop and unfold.

Also restaged will be her multi-media work "Lost" inspired by the artwork of four Mexican artists struggling to find their own identity through artistic expression. Kathy Adams of The Salt Lake Tribune described it as "gritty and raw, with the humanity and appeal of Boye-Christensen's earlier work" and named it the Best Premiere of 2007.

Tickets:
General Public- $20
Students/Seniors- $10
Groups of 6 or more- $15
Middle and High School students (Opening Night)- $5

For tickets call 355-ARTS or visit ririewoodbury.com

Nikolais' TOWER

Review: Nikolais' work spectacularly showcased
By Kathy Adams
Special to the Tribune

Salt Lake Tribune
Article Last Updated:09/27/2008 02:31:46 PM MDT
Whenever Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company presents dance-theater icon Alwin Nikolais' work, it scores a hit. Whether with European audiences in Paris, or Orange County, Calif., the enthusiasm is palpable. But never more so than when the dancers are back home in Salt Lake City.
Maybe it's the theatricality that gives this body of work such universal appeal, and these dances remain among the company's most popular. For good reason: Alwin Nikolais (1910-1993), with a career spanning 50 years, is the father of multimedia performance art, known for his affected perceptions of lighting, music, costuming and even the definition of abstraction.
"Crucible," the first piece in R-W's "Tower," offers a textbook example of Nikolais' choreographic style. Arms first appear on stage, brightly lit and moving in organic yet unnatural ways, seemingly disconnected from bodies. Nikolais wanted to take the focus off the dancers as individuals and place them in an environment that would create impressions and images.
Later in the dance, when full bodies are revealed, they function as screens for the spectacular lighting effects, and the dancers remain unidentifiable figures. Still, "Crucible" is hypnotic. It demonstrates Nikolais' love for the body in motion and gives audiences new perspectives on time and space.
"Tensile Involvement" redefines the space with huge elastic bands strung from the ceiling and across the stage. In this piece, the dancers are clearly visible in brightly colored unitards, exploring the effects of weight and energy on the elastic cords. Dancer Caine Keenan performed a solo, not as an abstract element but as a fully fleshed-out dancer. Keenan is a dancer who could be considered - to use a sports term - "coachable." Based on this performance, he probably cleans out his kitchen sink with gusto.
Although Nikolais broke from the Martha Graham-era tradition of storytelling through myths or history, his choreography always revolves around a central idea. "Liturgies" contains characters with specific parts and movement themes that convey a formalized structure. Dancer Jo Blake portrays a menacing Sorcerer who uncovers the frailties of humankind, while Erin Lehua Brown moves economically, giving clarity to the quickest of movements.
"Tower," a newly reconstructed piece, is more overtly theatrical in a wacky, wild, anything-goes mid-'60s kind of way. It's endearingly reminiscent of that optimistic time before the self-important postmodernists seized control of nonclassical dance. It's a work that causes the audience to laugh out loud during "Tower," as the dancers reveal their true personalities through onstage conversations and comments. This is the controlled energy of good entertainment.

Ririe-Woodbury's "Tower"

Family entertainment with substance. Take the kids and have something to discuss over midnight snack.
Where » Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center's Jeanne Wagner theater, 138 W. 300 South, Salt Lake City.
When » Wednesday dress rehearsal; 7:30 p.m. tonight and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Sept. 27.
Running time » 2 hours, including 15-minute intermission.
Tickets » $30; $15 students/seniors; 801-355-ARTS or www.arttix.org.

Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company performs Nikolais's Tower

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Don't miss Ririe-Woodbury's
Tower
September 25-27, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.
(plus a 2 p.m. Sat. matinee)
Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center

Ririe-Woodbury commemorates its 45th Anniversary with TOWER, a newly reconstructed work by theatre wizard Alwin Nikolais which was recently recognized as an "American Masterpiece" by the National Endowment for the Arts.

This brilliant multi-media work, created in 1965, uses architectural elements to form a microcosm of society and is notable for the incessant, often hilarious verbal commentary by the dancers.

Said to be an "indictment of the American babble," Tower is "fast, funny and evocative." At the end of this fast-talking piece, humankind comes off as "both the victor and the victim of his environment [Time Magazine]" as this Tower of Babble comes crashing down. The evening includes other Nikolais favorites Tensile Involvement, Crucible, and the regional premiere of Liturgies.

Ticket Prices:
General Admission: $30
Students/Seniors: $15
$5 tickets for Middle and High School students on Opening Night!

For tickets call 355-ARTS or visit www.ririewoodbury.com

RWDC Alumni Show - Momentum - Aug 21-23rd

This show was phenomenal last year! And it sold out, so don't wait to buy your tickets! (available on ArtTix)


RWDC/RWDC Alumni
present
Momentum '08 "Untold Stories"
August 21-23, 2008 at 8pm
Leona Wagner Black Box

Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company presents Momentum “Untold Stories”, their 2nd annual alumni dance concert. Dancers from Los Angelos, Long Beach, New York City, San Francisco and Salt Lake City will present a thought provoking and fascinating dance and dance/theatre production. This show will feature an eclectic conglomerate of RWDC artists and choreographers, including Chia-Chi Chiang, Javier Cordoba, Juan Carlos Claudio, Aaron Draper, Jill Voorhees Edwards, Tracy Ginsberg (guest), Christine Hasegawa, Tammy Metz-Starr, Stephen Terry, Liberty Valentine and Keith Johnson/Dancers.

After a successful RWDC alumni performance last August, Juan Carlos Claudio and Jill Voorhees Edwards are taking the risk, once again, by producing their second annual Momentum show. One highlight of the evening will be acclaimed dancer and choreographer Keith Johnson/Dancers, which critic Ben Widdey has described as:

“nice kinetic quality in Johnson’s work, which is, perhaps, a reflection of his personal movement history with Bill T. Jones, Creach/Koester and Doug Varone. Everything lands softly and ripples out from the core. It looks both weighted and light, and as if it feels good to do, organic, healthy”.

Momentum “Untold Stories” merges the path of ten Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company alumni. Each one of these artists has made a name in their own capacities and will enchant you with a beautiful, emotionally charged and mature performance.

Master Classes by Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company Alumni—August 18-19-20-21-22
$10/class, 9-11 AM
Mezzanine Studio, Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center
For more information, call 801-520-0989

*Momentum “Untold Stories” is supported in part by The Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company Foundation.

Run time: ~85 minutes

Recommended for ages 8 and up. No babes in arms. All patrons regardless of age must have a ticket.


On Thursday night, the 21st, we are doing a small after-party.... if you attend the show that night, please join us at the party!

Get out and enjoy the arts this summer!

Lots of Great Summer Options! Thank you to www.OurCommunityConnection.com for the great comprehensive list!

Music - Classical

Utah Symphony Concert
1 Jul, 8:00 p.m.

The Wesley Bell Ringers
29 Jun, 7:30p-9p

Theater - Classical & Shakespeare

Utah Shakespearean Festival
19 Jun-25 Oct

Theater - Community

The Curious Savage
5 Jun-19 Jul

Egyptian Theatre Company
27 Jun-2 Aug

Tuacahn
9 Jun-18 Oct

The Dresser
24 Jun-31 Jul

Thoroughly Modern Millie
24 Jun-29 Aug, 8:00 p.m.

Chuck Wagon's Wild West Showdown
24 Jun-30 Aug

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
24 Jun-25 Jul

Footloose
24 Jun-19 Jul

Theater - Musical

The Drowsy Chaperone
25-29 Jun

And of course, don't forget about the Utah Arts Festival this weekend at Library Square! Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company is performing on Sunday Evening at 8pm - come see them!

It's time for the Utah Arts Festival!

The Annual Utah Arts Festival is here again! Be sure to check it out this weekend... music, dance, art of all kinds, and don't forget the food!

Get all the info at the Arts Festival Website - http://www.uaf.org/

Here are a few of the details -

Festival Hours

Thursday, June 26 through Sunday, June 29
Noon-11 PM

Festival Location

Library Square, 200 East 400 South in Downtown Salt Lake City (see Google Map below)

Admission Prices

• Kids 12 & Under FREE
• Adults $10.00
• Seniors (65+) $5.00
• Lunchtime special $5.00 Noon-3 PM Thursday and Friday admission only
• 4 Day Pass $30.00
• Y'all Come Back Pass: Pick up a Y’all Come Back Pass at the gate on your way out to receive a 2-for-1 admission on your return visit to the Festival. Come all weekend long!
• City Weekly Student Night: Friday, June 27, only is 2-for-1 admission with valid school I.D.

Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company is performing on Sunday evening at 8pm - Be sure to come out that evening and check out the show! Other dance performances include the following.

The Utah Arts Festival welcomes the following dance groups to the stage in 2008 -

Children's Dance Theater – Thursday, June 26 @ 5:45 pm, Festival Stage
Odyssey Dance – Saturday, June 28 @ 8 pm, Amphitheater Stage
Ririe Woodbury – Sunday June 29 @ 8 pm, Amphitheater Stage

UPCOMING EVENTS~

Stefon Harris Sextet at the Grand Theatre, Monday April 7^th at 7:30pm. The Grand Theatre is at 1575 South State Street in Salt Lake City. Get more info at - http://www.jazzslc.com/
Vibraphonist-composer, Stefon Harris, has been called one of the most important young artists in jazz. Prices: $25 - Student discount tickets available

“Annie” at Kingsbury Hall – April 8^th-13^th Get tickets - http://www.kingsburyhall.org/

Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto – Utah Symphony – April 11^th and 12^th – more info and tickets at - http://www.utahsymphony.org/concert-detail.php?id=63

Brahms Piano Concerto No1 – Utah Symphony – April 18^th and 19^th – More info and tickets at - http://www.utahsymphony.org/concert-detail.php?id=65

Nine Sinatra Songs – Ballet West – April 18, 19 and 23^rd-26^th – Info and tickets at - http://balletwest.org/Performances/ninesinatrasongs.html

Rewind with Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company – April 24^th-26^th at Rose Wagner Performing Art Center – Tickets and Info at - http://www.ririewoodbury.com/rewind.php

Carmina Burana – Utah Symphony – April 25^th and 26^th – Tickets and Info at - http://www.utahsymphony.org/concert-detail.php?id=66

“Annie Get Your Gun” at Hale Center Theater in West Valley – April 13^th-May31st. Get your tickets - http://www.halecentretheatre.org/

Madeline Festival - Check out these awesome concerts at the Cathedral of the Madeline - April 6^th- May 25^th - http://www.saltlakecathedral.org/festival.php

Join Studio D at Nine Sinatra Songs on the 19^th! After party will be at Caffe Molise. Get more info at - http://www.studiodutah.org/

Ballet West’s Nine Sinatra Songs
April 19 - 7:30 pm
Capitol Theatre (50 W 200 S - map)
For Tickets: 355-ARTS, (ask for the Studio D price)

Studio D's last bash of the season!

Things are bound to get hot when Ballet West presents the Utah premiere of Twyla Tharp’s Nine Sinatra Songs. Filled with memorable tunes sung by Ol’ Blue Eyes himself, this spectacular piece will have you tapping your toes and humming along. And that’s not all – the night features three more unforgettable performances, plus a smokin’ after party hosted by Caffè Molise featuring fresh Italian cuisine inspired by the Molise region of Italy. Who's lucky now?

Cabaret of Fools - March 29th

Cabaret of Fools - Ririe-Woodbury's Annual Benefit
March 29, 2008, 7 pm to 11 pm
Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center
A Charmingly Flamboyant Affair!

Come enjoy an evening of merriment, delectable dining and brilliant entertainment as we celebrate 44 seasons of exceptional contemporary dance, educational programs, and national and international touring. Ask your friends who made it to the 2007 Cabaret of Fools-this party is not to be missed!

Most importantly, you will have the chance to support Ririe-Woodbury's educational programs by bidding on some of the most stunning and provocative auction items available from local artists, businesses, and restaurants.

So, put on your most debonair evening wear to see and be seen at what the Salt Lake Tribune has called "The Party of the Year."

https://secure.ririewoodbury.com/cabaret.php