Why do I Dance?
June 22, 2010 · Posted by Malashock Dance Blog ·
Contemporary Technique Class for 10-14 year olds created a short composition about why it is they dance. The question came about as a result of the second installment of our new Dance About Diego Blog. This question allowed for an insightful reflection on their choice to dance. Their answers informed their movement; both words and movement combined to create the piece. They were able to have real ownership of this project as a result. Here is a video of the results of their work and some quotes from the students on the subject:
Watch "Why ...
Don’t Miss the Malashock Dance School’s Spring Showcase!
June 2, 2010 · Posted by Malashock Dance Blog ·
Once a year, at the annual Spring Showcase , The Malashock Dance School embraces the opportunity to show off our talented and dedicated dance students and faculty in a public performance. It is a time for us to show the trajectory of the school, which facilitates classes for dancers ages 3 through adult, and can eventually lead to professional level training and career opportunities.
No, we will not make you sit through hours of three-year-olds in tutus, but we will allow our Teen and Adult dancers to entertain and move you in a dynamic evening of dance at San Diego ...
Get Ready for Summer: Summer Intensive at Malashock Dance!
May 27, 2010 · Posted by Malashock Dance Blog ·
"Our Summer Intensive is like an entire semester at a conservatory all packed into two weeks," says Molly Puryear, Malashock Dance School Education Director. "Some people come thinking they’ll just take technique classes, but then they feel a connection with the amazing teachers and dancers — they end up staying for new works, repertory, and the mini-workshops. Don’t plan on doing anything else for those two weeks!"
Dancers who have attended our Summer Intensive in the past can tell you just how intense it really is. Class begins at 9 a.m. and, except for a one-hour lunch break, continues until ...
See a dance “on the way” to being finished, at this weekend’s Studio Series
May 13, 2010 · Posted by Malashock Dance Blog ·
Want a behind-the-scenes sneak preview of Malashock Dance’s current work-in-progress, The Floating World ?
This weekend audiences will be welcomed into the Malashock studio for the unveiling of the results of 5 weeks of rehearsal process, since the initial Studio Series event On the Spot . Please join us to witness the first round of choreographic ’sketches’ and offer your feedback and interpretations of The Floating World , an interdisciplinary collaboration with filmmaker/video artist Tara Knight, produced in conjunction with the San Diego Museum of Art’s exhibit of Japanese Woodblock Prints next season.
For Saturday only you also have the opportunity ...
Introducing Jeremy McQueen
May 9, 2010 · Posted by The Winger ·
One warm summer day in San Diego, my Mom took me to the San Diego Civic Theater to see a touring production of the Broadway hit, The Phantom of the Opera. At the young age of 8, I knew nothing about musical theater besides the Disney movie musicals I had seen on television and the few acting classes I had taken with a local children’s theater group. As we entered the grand theater with thousands of plush red seats, I was enthralled with the beauty and festiveness of this new experience. Everyone was dressed eloquently in semi-formal attire, including me ...
Malashock Recommends: Kyoto Prize Symposium
April 20, 2010 · Posted by Malashock Dance Blog ·
John Malashock has been invited to create a new dance piece for the Kyoto Prize Symposium’s Benefit Gala & Opening Ceremony on April 20, 6 p.m., at the San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina. Malashock’s duet, performed to William Grant Stills’ "Blue," will honor Kyoto Prize laureate Isamu Akasaki. We recorded a selection from the duet in rehearsal:
Watch this video on YouTube
Don’t miss the rest of the Kyoto Prize Symposium events throughout the week (free and open to the public):
"Basic Sciences" Event featuring 2009 Laureates Peter and Rosemary Grant: April 21 @ UCSD
"Advanced Technology" Event featuring 2009 Laureate Isamu Akasaki: ...
NEA Chairman Rocco Landesman visits Malashock Dance
March 17, 2010 · Posted by Malashock Dance Blog ·
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Rocco Landesman stopped by Malashock Dance at Dance Place San Diego on his tour of arts landmarks in San Diego last Saturday. Landesman was able to see our Adult Intermediate/Advanced Modern Technique class with Erica Buechner. The visit, which included a public Q&A session, was an opportunity for Malashock Dance as well as arts organizations throughout San Diego to share their successes and challenges with providing arts to the community. Read more about Landesman’s "Art Works" tour on SignOnSanDiego.com.
Malashock Recommends: San Diego Latino Film Festival
March 12, 2010 · Posted by Malashock Dance Blog ·
Last night kicked off the 17th Annual San Diego Latino Film Festival , which goes through March 21 at UltraStar Mission Valley Cinemas at Hazard Center. The festival is an opportunity to enjoy some of the best Latino films of this year as well as to celebrate Latino visual artists and musicians. Malashock Dance Artistic Director John Malashock and Executive Director Paloma Patterson both attended the kickoff to this year’s festival last night, and the whole staff is now talking about which films to attend!
Don’t miss the festival workshops and panel discussions —great for anyone from a film lover (like ...
What is the Studio Series?
March 9, 2010 · Posted by Malashock Dance Blog ·
As the Company prepares to go on tour at the end of March, the rest of the staff here at Malashock Dance is preparing for what comes next: The Studio Series . What is the Studio Series? It is your opportunity to experience the creation of new choreography for our upcoming project, The Floating World .
The Studio Series is a behind-the-scenes peek at how choreography is created and rehearsed in a professional dance company. Ever wondered how John Malashock comes up with his moves? Come into our studio April 10-11 as John creates choreography on the spot with Company dancers. ...
Save 20% with the 4ARTS Partnership!
March 5, 2010 · Posted by Malashock Dance Blog ·
• Immerse yourself in award-winning theatre
• Be moved by dynamic, emotionally-charged dance
• Discover the power of photography and film
• Experience joyful music
4ARTS, an ongoing promotion featuring four of San Diego’s most exciting arts organizations, invites you to discover great entertainment at a great value. With this introductory offer, receive special discount rates at four of San Diego’s most inventive cultural institutions: Malashock Dance , Cygnet Theatre , Museum of Photographic Arts , and Orchestra Nova .
Thru June only, receive a 20% discount on ticket purchases or admission prices at ...
