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| Stone Center Guide to the Web - Dance (12 items) |
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- African American Arts & Culture Complex
- The African American Arts & Culture Complex of San Francisco uses visual and performing arts to “nurture and facilitate the empowerment of our community through Afro-centric artistic and cultural expression, mediums, education and programming.” The AAACC includes the Sargent Johnson Gallery, the Buriel Clay Theatre, and children’s events. Also, the website provides links to other organizations. (Source: African American Arts & Culture Complex)
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- African American Dance Ensemble
- This site contains information about the African American Dance Ensemble’s educational programs, available classes, upcoming events, and performance reviews. The site features booking and contact information as well. (Source: African American Dance Ensemble)
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- Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
- This site provides information about the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, an internationally acclaimed modern dance company founded by Alvin Ailey in 1958. Company biographies, repertory lists, information about the Alvin Ailey School, and performance dates are among the many items included on the site. (Source: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater)
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- Ballethnic Dance Company
- This site provides information on a dynamic, multi-ethnic dance company based in Atlanta, Georgia. Ballethnic Dance Company also runs a dance academy that offers classes and camps in various forms and styles of dance. The site includes biographical information about company members and performance schedules. (Source: Ballethnic Dance Company, Inc.)
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- Dance Theater of Harlem
- This site contains information on the Dance Theatre of Harlem, including company biographies, touring schedule and a repertoire list. (Source: Dance Theatre of Harlem)
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- Diamano Coura West African Dance Company
- 'Diamano Coura' means "those who bring the message" in the Wolof language of Senegal. The Diamano Coura West African Dance Company, based in Oakland, California, is "dedicated to the preservation, education, and appreciation of traditional West African music, dance, theater, and culture." The site includes information about workshops offered and events scheduled by the company. (Source: Diamano Coura West African Dance Company)
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- Free to Dance
- This site contains information on the documentary film Free to Dance, which explores the history of African American choreographers and dancers and their contributions to the arts. Katherine Dunham, Pearl Primus, Donald McKayle, Talley Beatty, Bill T. Jones, and Alvin Ailey are profiled in the film. A teacher's guide is available. (Source: PBS and WNET)
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- KanKouran West African Dance Company
- This site offers information about the KanKouran West African Dance Company based in Washington, D.C. Visitors are able to access a video and pictures of the company. Information about upcoming programs and classes offered are also available on the site. (Source: KanKouran West African Dance Company)
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- Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago
- “In the Bantu language, ‘muntu’ means ‘the essence of humanity,’” and this is exactly what this Chicago-based company aims to express. Photos of recent and current performances are included along with short synopses of the programs. The website also includes information on the company and its performers, Muntu's educational and community extensions, and upcoming performances and events. (Source: Muntu Dance Theatre of Chicago)
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- Philadelphia Dance Company (Philadanco)
- This website features information on Philadanco, a modern contemporary dance company based in Philadelphia. The site includes dancer biographies, an overview of the company's school and professional training programs, performance schedules, and a photo gallery. (Source: The Philadelphia Dance Company)
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- Selections from the Katherine Dunham Collection at the Library of Congress
- This Library of Congress collection focuses on Katherine Dunham, an influential anthropologist, performer, choreographer, and teacher of the dances of the African Diaspora. This site features a full inventory of the collection and includes films and images relating to Dunham’s work that may be viewed online. Also included are historical essays, a timeline, and a bibliography for further study. (Source: The Library of Congress)
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- Urban Bush Women
- This site provides information about the Urban Bush Women Dance Company, an all female dance troupe that brings together the experiences of women and African-Americans who are influenced by the African Diaspora. The troupe is based in Brooklyn. (Source: Urban Bush Women)
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