Dreaming Up Dances: Annual Children's Show

On Saturday, February 20, Equinox will perform a fun, family-oriented performance, geared toward children. Audience members will participate in the show while learning how a dance is created and how it makes it's way to the stage. Children age 6 and up are invited to stay for a dance workshop at the end of the show. Ticket's are $5 donation, with proceeds benefiting the American Diabetes Association. Performances at 1:00 & 4:00 pm (Performance is appx 1 hour). Tickets available at the door only, on a first come, first served basis.

Both performances will be held in the black box theater of the Cultural Arts Center in downtown Frederick, located at 15 West Patrick Street, Frederick MD.

Come to our 4pm show and then stay for the evening festivities of Downtown Frederick's reschedule First Saturday, "Fire & Ice" For additional activities, click here.

Performance at the National Theater

Equinox Dance Company is excited and honored to present two free shows at the National Theater in downtown Washington, DC: Monday, February 8th at 6pm and 7:30. Two 50-minute, animated performances for family audiences in the Helen Hayes Gallery.

Audience members should expect an eclectic mix of exciting modern dance, jazz and tap. EDC's choreography collective brings multiple voices to the stage with works from many up-and-coming choreographers. Debuting Cogworks - an honestly bizarre interpretation of the daily grind; New Day, a powerful modern piece examining the strength of women worldwide and Mercy a show-stopping tap number that won't leave you begging for anything. In the intimate and beautiful historic Helen Hayes Gallery, EDC will transport you through a series of dances and even physically transport you around the gallery for a surprise ending.

Please arrive 30 minutes before the show to receive a ticket. Tickets are handed out - one per person - on a first come, first served basis.

Please stay for a few minutes after the show for a talk back and to meet the company.


For more information please visit:
www.nationaltheatre.org/monday
For directions:
http://www.nationaltheatre.org/location/directions

Location: National Theater, Helen Hayes Gallery
1321 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC
By Metro: Metro Center stop - 13th and G street exit
Time: 6:00 and 7:30 pm

Frederick's First Saturday

Join EDC at Frederick's First Saturday event in the Cultural Arts Center's Black Box Theater for an evening of live dance demonstrations and workshops for children and adults. This event coincides with Frederick's 2010 Fire and Ice event and the Cultural Arts Center's indoor arts and craft market.

This event is free to attend and open to the public.

Frederick's First Saturday (FREE)
Date: February 6th
Location: Cultural Arts Center of Frederick
(15 West Patrick Street, Frederick)

5:00pm: EDC Dance Performance
5:30-6:00pm: Children's creative movement workshop
6:15pm: EDC Dance Performance
7:00-8:30pm: Adult Master Class- all levels welcome - taught by company members.

Children's class will consist of creative movement and improvisational exercises. The adult master class will consist of a warm-up and various modern combinations, ending with a cool down and stretch session. Proper attire includes loose, comfortable clothing that is easy to move in, no shoes are required. It is suggested that participating dancers arrive approximately 15 minutes early. All master class attendees must be 18 years or older.

Calling All Ladies...EDC Clothes Swap Fundraiser!

Calling all ladies...Looking for some new clothes but don't want to spend a lot of money!? Come to Equinox's Women's Clothes Swap on Saturday, January 30 for just $5. All clothes will be new or gently worn.

Event Details:

Date/Time: Saturday, January 30 from 12:00pm-3pm

Location: 8311 Edgewood Church Rd, Frederick, MD

Cost: $5 buy-in (with a minimum of 5 quality items) or $10 (with less than 5 quality items)

Definition: "Quality items" = Gently used clothes. No holes or missing buttons please. (think consignment shop quality or better!) Only women's clothing will be accepted.

How it works: You will have 1 hour to browse through all the clothes and try on pieces, if needed. When we're ready to start the "SWAP", each participant will get a number to decide who will go first. We'll go numerically and one-by-one you choose the clothes you want until left-over clothes are no longer wanted. The leftovers will be donated to EDC for the Spring Yardsale. (unless otherwise requested)

Join us, it should be a great time! Light food and drinks will be provided. Please feel free invite all your girlfriends, moms, co-workers, etc...the more the merrier (and the better clothes selection!)! RSVP to Kim Dow, the coordinator.

EDC Featured in Find It Frederick Magazine!

Equinox is featured in the Winter issue of Find It Frederick magazine! View an online version or pick up your own copy at participating locations in Frederick, MD.

Brought to you by Pulse Publishing, Find It Frederick is the distinctive shopper's magazine that fuses funky with functional. Find It is the publication both residents and day-trippers alike reach for to see who's who and what's where in and around Frederick—from the newest in noshing to the area's best bargains and most unique finds—to what's hot in culture, arts, and nightlife. It's the prefect fit for EDC and we are thrilled to be highlighted in one of their editorials!

For a list of where to find the magazine, or for advertiser information, visit www.finditfrederick.com. Be sure to read EDC's full article and let us know what you think!

Grants awarded to EDC!

Equinox Dance Company was awarded two grants for the 2009-2010 season:

* Community Arts Development Grant from the Frederick Arts Council

* 2010 Arts in Communities Grant from the Maryland State Arts Council

Equinox would like to thank the Frederick Arts Council and the Maryland State Arts Council for their continued support. EDC is very grateful for these grants, which will help toward our continuation of the Arts.

Nola Fundraiser a Success!

Cafe Nola in downtown Frederick graciously agreed to host our dinner party to help support Equinox Dance Company. A percentage of the proceeds from dinner went directly to EDC while a special Equinox drink was concocted for this extraordinary evening. Dinner was held between 5-8pm, while others stayed to enjoy the sounds of Christabel and the Jons.

Equinox Dance Company would like to personally thank the wonderful staff and manager (Dave) at Cafe Nola for their gracious hospitality and support towards the Arts.

"The fundraiser at Nola was a great opportunity for the dancers to socialize with each other and the Frederick community, while supporting a local establishment and Equinox."
-- Emily Bonham Owen (Equinox dancer)













Thank you to Emily Bonham Owen and Aileen Sabira Geraghty for contributing their photos.

First photo by Emily Bonham Owen
Second photo by Aileen Sabira Geraghty
Third photo by Emily Bonham Owen
Fourth photo by Aileen Sabira Geraghty
Fifth photo by Emily Bonham Owen
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