Fall 2008 Arts In Education (AIE) Workshops and Performances
September 13
October 16
October 29
November 1
December 6
Circuit Productions Inc. (CPI) is supported, in part, with public funds from New York State Council on the Arts and the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.
*Rhythm Journeys: Masters of Jazz and World Music, was made possible with funds provided by The New York State Music Fund, established by the New York State Attorney General at Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, provided additional support to Circuit Productions, Inc.
September 13:
Saturday, September 13th, 2008 2:00-3:00pm: Circuit Productions, Susan Goldbetter, producer present Rhythm Journeys - Performance with the Charles Moore Dance Theatre at Brooklyn Public Library’s Central Library located, outside on the Plaza at 10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11238. In the event of rain the performance will be held inside at the S. Stevan Dweck Center. Info/Directions: 718-369-9385
October 16:
Thursday October 16th, 2008 at 4:00pm: Circuit Productions, Susan Goldbetter, producer present World Beat – Dance workshop “From Jazz to Hip Hop” with Wayne Daniels at Jamaica Bay Public Library, 9727 Seaview Ave, at East 98th street, Brooklyn, NY. Info/Directions: 718-241-3571.
October 29:
Wednesday October 29th, 2008, 6:30pm: Circuit Productions, Susan Goldbetter, producer present – World Beat - Dance workshop “From Jazz to Hip Hop” with Wayne Daniels at Bedford Public Library, 496 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY. Info/Directions: 718-623-0012.
November 1:
Circuit Productions, Inc., announced today that two special Fall 2008 programs will take place in collaboration with Brooklyn Public Library’s Youth and Adult programming divisions. The first, “Witch Bungle” features puppeteer Theresa Linnihan and targets toddlers and their families. It will take place at the S. Steven Dweck Cultural Center at Central Library in Brooklyn on November 1st at 1pm. The second –“Learn to Dance” with Teddy Williams - is a hands-on workshop geared to adults and seniors in Broadway-style dance. The workshop also takes place on November 1st at Bay Ridge Library.
Annually, Circuit Productions provides free music, dance and theater arts performances and workshops throughout the city in collaboration with museums, libraries, senior and youth centers, schools and colleges. On November 1st 2008 puppeteer, Theresa Linnihan presents "Witch Bungle"- a puppet show in verse. “Bungle” is a creative witch who always ruins her own spells! Consequently, she cooks up dragons who lisp and bashful giants. Meanwhile gentle goblins and a crowd of “misfits” hide in all her closets to the disapproval of other witches. Linnihan’s original fable delights young audiences with the use of shadow puppets and an illustrated “cranky” – a special puppetry tool. Linnihan was reared in the Minneapolis Children's Theatre Company. She’s performed with Bread and Puppet Theatre, appeared at Lincoln Center Out-of-Doors Festival as a partner in the Puppeteers Cooperative and was the production manager for Golem at the Jim Henson International Puppet Theatre.
Broadway veteran and choreographer, Teddy Williams will give a dance workshop to adults and seniors on November 1st at Bay Ridge Library. Join Williams, as he takes you through the moves and grooves of one of Broadway’s most beloved musicals, The Wiz. Audience participation a must – wear comfortable shoes and clothing and get ready to move! Williams (Actor, Singer, Dancer) has appeared on Broadway in Hello Dolly! Pajama Game, The Happy Time and Within These Gates. In addition he’s appeared nationally and internationally in musical comedy festivals, theaters and as a celebrity on Australia’s national television network.
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Saturday, December 6th, 2008 - Circuit Productions, Susan Goldbetter producer, present – African drumming workshop with percussionists from Féraba. This lecture demonstration will take place at PS90 (ages k-5) in Coney Island. Please call 718-638-4878 if you would like more information about attending this program.
Circuit Productions, Inc. has been providing the New York City Arts-in-Education (AIE) community cultural services for over two decades. Below is an overview of our Department of Education programs and partners in the last three-year cycle:
Partners: LaGuardia Community College (CUNY), Former Community School Districts 24Q, 25Q, 29Q and 30Q. (Goals 2000; Gear Up; College Now! Saturday Workshops); school districts citywide.
Partners: Symphony Space, Museum of the City of New York, CUNY LaGuardia, Regions: City-wide
Annette A. Aguilar and Stringbeans is a Latin Jazz ensemble that incorporates Afro-Cuban and Afro-Brazilian rhythms along with other world music forms including Jazz, Folk and Classical Music. The group engages, educates and encourages audience participation in their samba jamboree where a wide variety of percussion instruments make it feel like a real celebration of life and music! The ensemble has appeared at 3rd Street Music School, the Guggenheim, the Whitney Museum and nightclubs in New York City. < view artists' full profile >
Harlem Blues and Jazz Band is the world's most authentic swing band. It stars veteran jazz and blues musicians and vocalist, all founders of swing. The musicians' average age is 75 with a combined 500 years of performing experience! Their roots reach to the classic period of the 20's and the 30's. Together since 1973, these "originals" actually "jumped" at the Woodside and "stomped" at the Savoy with Duke Ellington, Cab Calloway, Count Basie, Lionel Hampton, "Fats" Waller, Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday and other jazz greats. < view artists' full profile >
The Burdetsky Family Circus a Russian trained ensemble – the Burdetsky’s worked with the renowned Moscow circus. Includes magic, acrobatics, comedy, trained dancing dogs. A pure delight!
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Charles Moore Dance Theatre celebrates the beauty and heritage of the African Diaspora in a performance of explosive percussion. The company performs traditional music from Africa, the West Indies, Brazil and the Caribbean. Hands-on workshops, dance and drumming residencies and professional staff development are available (also Dances & Drums of Africa). < view artists' full profile >
Chinese Theatre Works preserves and promotes the traditional Chinese performing arts of Peking Opera and Shadow Theater, creating new works that fuse the forms and esthetic spirits of both Chinese and Western theater and puppetry. A variety of programs available including assembly programs, short and in-depth workshops and residencies, lecture demonstrations and professional staff development.
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Dance and Drums of Africa presents West African and Caribbean music and dance of the highest caliber. Featuring drumming protégés of the late Chief Bey – legendary West African master drummer – and a team of extraordinary dancers. Complete with beautiful costumes, extraordinary music, choreography, and narration. The company has appeared at BAM’s Dance Africa, Celebrate Brooklyn, South Street Seaport and on PBS’s Great Performances.
DeWitt Flemming & Friends present "Jazz and Tap: A Perfect Friendship". This lecture/dem discusses and demonstrates the similarities of the history of tap and jazz. The presentation focuses on the complementary aspects of the music and dance. In a sense, the concept reinforces the elements of sharing, and friendship – as well as how instruments (including the feet) communicate with each other. The presentation incorporates the African drum idea of “Call and Response” which elicits strong audience participation. It will also touch on musical elements including: a bar of music, musical notes and the importance of the count. Finally, jazz instrumentation will be discussed with the tap shoe as an instrument. Students will be encouraged to participate playing percussion instruments -some joining the performers, onstage.
Féraba: African Rhythm Tap Dance Co. is a true melting pot in its most delightful form. The group’s musicians are masters of their instruments, playing music from Guinea, Senegal and the Ivory Coast on traditional instruments such as the balafon, djembe, krin and doun doun drums. Dancers representing four continents blend traditional African dance, hip-hop and body percussion with the percussive sounds and tones of American tap dance. The company is available for hands-on workshops, assembly programs and lecture/demonstrations. < view artists' full profile >
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Keep the Country Dancing brings the sound of country music and percussive footwork together in an exuberant performance celebrating American music and dance. These hand-clapping tunes of the Southern Appalachian Mountains accompany the dancers as they demonstrate rural American square dancing, clogging, and tap dancing. A highly participatory presentation is available for lecture/demonstrations, assembly programs and professional staff development. < view artists' full profile >
Mickey D and the Savoy Swingers explores the relationship of all forms of Afro-American music and dance, from the ancient African past to the present day styles of rap and jazz. Their repertoire includes African, early African-American folk traditions, Tap, Sand-Dancing, Lindy Hop and Modern Dance. The Savoy Swingers, collectively and individually, have been seen at the Village Gate, Lincoln Center and the 651 at BAM. The group has performed with the Count Basie Orchestra and has appeared in the critically acclaimed National Geographic special “Jitterbug” and Spike Lee’s “Malcolm X. < view artists' full profile >
Clyde Wilder & The Harlem Swingers
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Max Pollak & RumbaTap
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