WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – On Saturday, there is a free dance event at the Kravis Center for National Dance Day.
Learn the formal dance
Learn new steps, enjoy mini-performances from local dance companies and experience a variety of dance workshops and demonstrations in everything from Salsa, Hip Hop and African and Calypso Indian Fusion, to Ballet, Broadway Tap and more. The event takes place on Saturday, September 17 from 6:30 p.m
The schedule of events at the Kravis Center is as follows:
· 11 a.m. – Open House/Community Market – Weiner Banquet Center and Harris Pre-Function Hall
o Sign up for workshops (as space allows), meet our local dance companies to learn about their upcoming programs, visit the TikTok Creation Station, and more!
· 11:30 – 17:30 – Dance Through the Decades with DJ Rumble! – Jerry & Dr. Barbara Golden Walkway
o DJ Rumble will be playing retro classics, pop hits, hip hop, rock, reggae, house to anything that moves the crowd, and they can feel and fall in love with the music just like him. It’s all in its unique ability to connect, unite and electrify everyone, everywhere through sound. Rhythm is a universal language that we can all understand, no matter where we may be.”
· 12 – 12:20 – Group activity: Session opening and group warm-up – Gimelstob Ballroom
o Sean’s Dance Factory was founded in 2003 in West Palm Beach by Sean Green, with the vision that all children deserve a bright future. The principles that characterize its design build a foundation of character and self-esteem that will allow any child to rise to the top. Sean’s Dance Factory seeks to level the playing field by providing scholarships to underprivileged children so they can put their dreams into action. Sean Green is an internationally renowned choreographer who has traveled the world to share his knowledge of dance through workshops.
· 12:30 – 13:00 – Performance by Miami City Ballet – Rinker Playhouse
o Miami City Ballet (MCB) is led by Cuban-born, Miami-raised Artistic Director Lourdes. She celebrates her 10thth the main season of the company. Until this year, Lourdes was the only woman to lead a nationally ranked, Top 10 ballet company. Palm Beach has been a longtime and generous supporter of MCB, and we are stronger than ever because of the endearing support of so many people in the Palm Beaches.
· 1 – 13:15 – Pop-up: Dreyfoos School of Hip Hop Arts and Street Dance Team – Jerry & Dr. Barbara Golden Walkway
o Dreyfoos School of the Arts dance directors will present a piece of student hip hop choreography to celebrate dance.
· 1:15 – 14:00 – Workshop: Calypso Indian Fusion Dance – Gimelstob Ballroom
o Reshma Murray is an Indian classical dancer based here in West Palm Beach. Born and raised on the beautiful Caribbean island of Trinidad and Tobago. Over many generations in Trinidad and Tobago there has been a fusion of African and Indian culture, food, music and dance. Today’s workshop will sample the Indian and Calypso music and dance movements that have spread throughout the Caribbean as Soca. It is now the main style of Caribbean carnival events and gaining worldwide recognition.
· 1:15 – 14:00 – Workshop: Advanced Ballet – Khoury family dance rehearsal hall
o Steven Caras will offer a fast-paced advanced ballet class inspired by the teachings of his mentor, George Balanchine, plus other notable instructors including David Howard, Stanley Williams and Finis Jhung.
· 1:30 – 14:00 – Performance by Fred Astaire Dance Studio – Hall of Persons
o Learn how to ballroom dance with Fred Astaire Dance Studio in West Palm Beach! They offer a full range of ballroom, Latin lessons and social dances for all couples and singles. From beginner to experienced dancer – everyone is welcome for a dance demonstration and group lesson. No partner needed!
· 2 – 2:15 pm – Pop-Up: Bak Middle School of the Arts Star Step Team – Jerry & Dr. Barbara Golden Walkway
o Members of the Bak High School for the Arts Step Team present a spirited performance under the direction of coach Shakendra Moorer. Step is a combination of rhythm, beat and dance. It arose out of African-American culture and began with fraternities and sororities at black colleges.
· 2:15 – 15:00 – Workshop: Contemporary African dance – Gimelstob Ballroom
o From taking center stage as an actor, dancer or singer to working behind the scenes as a designer, creative installer or choreographer, Vanya Allen, a South Florida-born artist and architecture student, is known for bringing a wealth of creativity and dedication to life. in her work.
· 2:15 – 15:00 – Workshop: Fosse Jazz Theater Dance – Khoury family dance rehearsal hall
o Learn proper technique, terminology and choreography from a former Rockette and Broadway dancer. Ashley Bachner starred in “Fosse” on Broadway and its first national tour; and “Fosse” on Great Performances on PBS.
· 2:30 – 3:00 PM – Performance: Palm Beach Ballet – Rinker Playhouse
o Colleen Smith- Founding Artistic and Executive Director
Palm Beach Ballet is Palm Beach County’s professional ballet company. They create and present unique and meaningful performances, outreach programs and training experiences. These artistic activities add to the cultural wealth of our community. Palm Beach Ballet’s mission is to inspire and impact people through the timeless and evolving art of ballet.
· 3:15 – 4:00 PM – Group Activity: Learn the official National Dance Day routine – Gimelstob Ballroom
o Learn the official National Dance Day routine led by Tiffany Maher, female runner-up from Season 9 of the hit TV show So You Think You Can Dance and TikTok dance influencer! In addition to her many television appearances and award shows, Tiffany has worked with some of the most popular artists today, including Jennifer Lopez, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Jason Derulo, Pitbull, Charlie Puth and more!
· 4 – 4:15 pm – Pop-Up: The Broadway Artists Intensive & Dreyfoos School of the Arts Tap Dancers – Jerry & Dr. Barbara Golden Walkway
o Musical Theater students from Dreyfoos School of the Arts and The Broadway Artists Intensive, Nicci Clilvio and Sammy Peitz, perform a Broadway-style tap duet.
· 4:15 – 17:00 – Workshop: Hip Hop – Gimelstob Ballroom
o KDTHEKING of Ascension 33 Dance Studio leads attendees through a high-energy Hip Hop medley that will get your heart pumping.
· 4:15 – 17:00 – Workshop: Ballet of the French Method – Khoury family dance rehearsal room
o Jean-Hugues Feray, former international professional dancer, trained at the Paris Opera Ballet School and the National Conservatory of Paris, France. This international master teacher and founder and director of the Paris Ballet will lead a beginner ballet class in the French method.
· 4:30 – 5:00 PM – Performance: Demetrius Klein Dance Company – Hall of Persons
o DKDC/DIY Projects is a collective of dance and movement artists dedicated to the creative process and production of dance works of uncompromising artistic integrity in a variety of traditional and non-traditional settings.
· 5:15 – 18:00 Workshop: “Be You” Silent experience led by disco – Kravis Family Plaza
o Welcome to a portal of self-expression and creativity! Be You Disco Silent Disco Experiences are lightly guided immersive dance experiences led by Carolina Panoff that connect you more deeply to yourself, your environment and your community. This heart-opening dance experience bridges the gap between people harnessing the power of music and dance. This is a silent spiritual disco that promotes fun, self-expression, well-being and a sense of belonging. Come as you are, let your authentic expression be unleashed and be you!
· 5:15 – 6pm – Workshop: Broadway Tap – Khoury family dance rehearsal room
o In her Broadway Tap class, Amy Carroll introduces the basic vocabulary and rhythmic patterns that form the foundations of tap dancing. Beginning students quickly discover that they can respond rhythmically to Broadway-style songs as if interacting with musical instruments.
· 5:30 – 6:00 PM – Show: Florida Ballet – Rinker Playhouse
o Florida Ballet is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the heart of the Palm Beaches. Divided into three parts, they make the dance accessible to everyone. Dance education taught by world-renowned teachers at the Florida Ballet Academy, performances and artistic development incubated by The Professional Company dancers, and important community outreach and scholarship programs allow us to reach our widest possible audience. .
· 6 – 6:30pm – Pop-Up: Dancecrush Salsa Demo – Dreyfoos Hall lobby
o Directed by Javier LaTorre
