Monday, November 19, 2012

Equinox Dance Company presents "Pure Exploration"


Equinox Dance Company puts a new spin on their Annual Children’s Performance with a presentation of Pure Exploration on Sunday December 9, 2012 at The Delaplaine Arts Center, 40 South Carroll Street. Shows are at 1pm and 3pm and tickets are $7 for Adults and $5 for Children under 12, available at the door, the day of the performance.

Children are swept away as dancers delve into rain-covered streets. They play along as dancers embody musical instruments and even get a turn to become insects as dancers imitate entomologists. This hour-long event includes the modern, jazz and tap dance performance with audience participation and a dance workshop for all of the children who attend. Performers from EDC’s Youth Dance Project will debut their modern dance and improvisation techniques and guest artists include Elite Feet Dance Studio. Audience members will dance along from their seats and each performance includes an interactive workshop where children go "exploring" to create their own dance movements.

 Pure Exploration is directed by Andrea Ligon. The show includes choreography from guests Sandra Atkinson, Gaye Meyer, and Mary Tawa, as well as Equinox’s resident choreographers.

Monday, August 6, 2012

Dance With Us! Equinox Dance Company Auditions Announced



Equinox Dance Company will hold auditions for new company members on Sunday, August 26 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. at 24/7 Dance Studio, 482-A Prospect Blvd., Frederick MD.  The audition will consist of a 45-minute contemporary/modern dance technique class, followed by a series of phrases from past repertoire.  EDC recommends, but does not require, dancers come prepared with a short movement piece to show style and choreographic skills—please provide your own music.  All auditionees must be 18 years or older.

The auditions will be run by EDC artistic director, Andrea Ligon, and company members.  Ligon is a DC based professional dancer and choreographer. “I look forward to meeting dancers from the community.  We have an exciting year planned for EDC, including more free educational shows, a children's dance workshop, and site specific performances in the Frederick area and beyond. We have a wonderful line-up of guest choreographers as well as returning resident company choreographers—it is sure to be a great year!”

Auditionees should come prepared to dance, wearing proper shoes and attire, including loose, comfortable clothing that is easy to move in. No shoes are required. It is suggested that participating dancers arrive approximately 15 minutes early.

Equinox is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that functions solely by the support of the community, including the Maryland State Arts Council and Frederick Arts Council. Equinox Dance Company presents an annual Spring Performance at the Cultural Arts Center, as well as a Children’s Benefit Show in the winter.  EDC also performs at various community events such as Artomatic, Frederick’s First Saturdays and local out door sites in the surrounding regions. 

For more information visit www.equinoxdance.org, or contact Artistic Director Andrea Ligon via email at info@equinoxdance.org or by calling 240-401-7484.

Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Delaplaine and Fancy Gala



First and foremost, thank you to all those who came out this past weekend to support our 10-year anniversary Spring Performance! A few photos of our performance are posted on facebook, and more to come here in the next week or two!

Second, if you missed our Spring Performance (or just want to see more great dancing) AND want a chance to support the local Frederick Arts community, please attend the Delaplaine and Fancy Gala this Saturday, April 28 from 6:30-11:00 pm at The Delaplaine Visual Arts Center!

The DelaPLAINe & Fancy Gala is a great way to support the arts. The event features fabulous food, awesome entertainment, and an open bar all evening. Continuous musical performances from award-winning bluegrass to heart-thumping dance numbers will keep you entertained throughout the evening. And, of course, some guest performances by members of Equinox will be there too! This year’s silent auction features stunning works of art by Beth Carey, Colleen Clapp, Ed Ramsburg, Gary Schlappal, and Robert Sibbison. All proceeds support programming at the Delaplaine.

Both plain or fancy attire encouraged! Tickets are available via The Delaplaine. We hope to see you there!

Friday, April 20, 2012

Featured on Frederick.com!

That's right...we're famous! We are currently featured on Frederick.com and FrederickNews.com! Check out the promo video for our 10-year Anniversary Performance this weekend! Special thanks to Craig Shipp for the video and photos!



Looking for something fun, cultural and artsy to do this weekend? Join us Friday, April 20 or Saturday, April 21 for our 8pm evening shows or on Saturday, April 21 for our 2pm Matinee show! We are offering special discounted pricing for our matinee performance, so bring the whole family! Tickets and more information are available online!

We hope to see you there!

Monday, April 16, 2012

It's Our Birthday! Celebrating 10 Years of Dance!



To celebrate our 10-year anniversary, we're excited to present our annual spring concert, "Equinox X" on Friday, April 20 and Saturday, April 21 at the Cultural Arts Center in downtown Frederick. Performance times are at 8 pm with a 2 pm matinee on Saturday (doors open 30 minutes prior to each show). Evening tickets are $15 and matinee tickets are $10 for adults, and $5 for children under 12. All tickets are general admission. Tickets can be purchased online at www.equinoxdance.org.

The spring show will include favorite pieces from past seasons, showcasing past and present choreographers. Dances include choreography from EDC resident choreographers Pat Burns, Kimberly Dow, Madeline Benda and Andie Ligon as well as guest choreography from Sandra Atkinson, Kristie Genovese, Mary Tawa, LeAnne McFadden, Gina Korrell and Kara Sicilia. Equinox X will also bring together past and present company members as well as community members in a special dance called Passages, choreographed by Eileen Schwartz.

We are so excited to be celebrating our 10-year anniversary and hope you'll be able to join us April 20 & 21!



Monday, March 19, 2012

EDC Performs in DC's Dance Sampler


This past weekend Equinox Dance Company took a trip to our nation's capital to perform in Jane Franklin Dance's Dance Sampler at the Woolley Mammoth Theatre. Dance Sampler celebrated the Washington, D.C., dance community with a showcase of works by six choreographers/companies.

EDC performed Constant Routine choreographed by Sandra Atkinson. The 2-part dance explored quick, mechanically repeated routine movement paired with a more fluid movement that expressed a sense of slowing down to enjoy life a bit more. Other performances included:  the nationally known Claire Porter with a comedic movement monologue called Happen Chance; James Madison University faculty member Shane O'Hara's Skating on Thin Ice about Occupy Wall Street; Jane Franklin's newest media/dance project; Baltimore choreographer Alice Howes' investigation of gesture; and a work originally set in Knoxville by Wayles Haynes.

We were thrilled to be included in Dance Sampler and enjoyed the lovely  Spring day in Washington, DC! Be sure to join us at our 10-year anniversary Annual Spring Performance on April 20 & 21 to see us perform Constant Routine as well as many of our other favorite dances!

The Company grabs a quick lunch and enjoys the Spring weather!

Waiting for the Metro…

Friday, February 10, 2012

Inspired: Art Goes Around, Art Comes Around Annual Children's Performance



Equinox Dance Company puts a new spin on our Annual Children’s Performance with the presentation of Inspired: Art Goes Around, Art Comes Around on Saturday February 25, 2012 at The Cultural Arts Center in Frederick (located at 15 W. Patrick St, Frederick, MD 21701). Shows are at 1pm and 4pm and tickets are $10 for Adults and $5 for Children under 12, available at www.equinoxdance.org or the day of the performance.

This year's performance will include a series of dances inspired by visual art, music, movies and the art of daily life. EDC dancers will dance amongst the sculptures of local artists. Other dances will use multimedia, video and photos. Performers from EDC’s Youth Dance Project will debut their modern dance and improvisation techniques with a special guest performance. Additional guest artists include Oakdale Elementary’s Dance Club. Audience members will dance along from their seats and each performance will be followed by an interactive workshop where children can create their own art and dance movements.

Inspired: Art Goes Around, Art Comes Around is directed by Andrea Ligon. The show includes choreography from guests Leanne McFadden, Sandra Atkinson, Kara Sicillia and Kristie Genovese, as well as Equinox’s resident choreographers, Pat Burns and Kimberly Dow.  

We hope to see you there!

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

EDC Learns to Fly!



Equinox Dance Company members took an aerial dance class with local company, Updraft, Inc. this past December. We'd like to thank Therese and Lizard for their help, expert and endless patience as our dancers learned how to "dance" in the air. What an amazing experience!

Since 2003, Updraft has paired conscious art-making with a commitment to a joyful process and aesthetic. Updraft creates and presents professional aerial dance theater reflecting vital themes in the lives of individuals and communities. Additionally, Updraft works in conjunction with communities and community organizations to create informational materials regarding critical social and environmental justice issues.

And the best thing is that Updraft now offers classes in the Frederick region! For more information, a schedule of classes and/or events, please visit www.updraft.org.

*Photography by Dan Scenna Fine Art Photography