SPECTRUM NEW DANCE CLUB

Reading Contemporary Dance

A club for increasing literacy and appreciation for contemporary dance

WHAT

A membership group that through viewing and conversation seeks to enhance the members’ experience of attending contemporary dance performances every 3 to 4 months, Spectrum will select a series of performances/events to attend, and schedule in between performances discussions/ panels with guest speakers (dates to be determined)

HOW

A membership fee of $125 payable to Spectrum includes all ticket performances and discussions. To become a member, send us an email at club@spectrumdance.org and we will contact you

FIRST SESSION

September 30 to November 30

PERFORMANCE EVENT 1

Seattle Modern Dance:
The Legacy of Bill Evans

September 30, 2007
1-4 PM
On The Boards

An afternoon dedicated to choreographer Bill Evans and his influence on dance in Seattle. Featuring a presentation by Evans, a lecture by dance critic Sandra Kurtz and a panel with former company members.

PERFORMANCE EVENT 2

Spectrum Dance Theater
American Stories
Interrupted Narratives/WAR and
Living In East Podunk

Spectrum and Guest Koresh Dance Company
October 5-6, 2007
8:00 PM
The Moore

A duo of works by Spectrum Artistic Director, Donald Byrd
The world premiere of Interrupted Narratives/War a large-scale work that examines death, loss and how lives are interrupted and disrupted as a result of war. It explores the mental impact and emotional devastation of sudden unexpected death caused by armed conflict and how we grieve, memorialize and remember those we have lost. Living in East Podunk (2003), performed by Koresh Dance Company of Philadelphia a satirical piece that dares to "expose" the hidden drama, seductions, and domestic/sexual delights of ordinary small town life.

EVENT 4

Discussion moderated by Sandi Kurtz
October 21- 2pm to 3pm
Madrona Dance Studio

PERFORMANCE EVENT 5

Spectrum Dance Theater
The Male Voice
Choreography: Kyion Gains, Olivier Wevers, Cyrus Khambatta, Daniel Wilkins, and Donald Byrd

November 9-10 and 16-17, 2007 7:30 PM
November 11 and 18, 2007 5:30 PM
Madrona Dance Studios

This program draws our attention to some of the male choreographic voices that are beginning to rise and make their mark on the local dance scene, as well as to reacquaint us with a few familiar ones.

PERFORMANCE EVENT 6

Scott/Powell Performance
Geography

Nov 15 –17, 2007 8pm
On The Boards

Organic movement, electro/acoustic sound and 6 devoted dancers invoke the natural landscape in this world premiere

For questions, call 206-325 4161
or email us at staff@spectrumdance.org.

EVENT 7

Discussion moderated by Donald Byrd
November 18 - 4pm to 5pm
Madrona Dance Studio

MORE NEWS

Tickets are onsale for the Fall Studio Series
More Info

2010-2011 Season is announced

Sat - Oct 02 5:00 PM		Open Rehearsal: Fall Studio Series Spectrum Madrona Studio 800 Lake Washington Blvd. Seattle, WA 98122 Gain an insider's look at the creative process that goes into Fall Studio Series. On Saturday, October 2, Spectrum Dance Theater will be opening the doors to the rehearsal process. Join us for a viewing of a working rehearsal of pieces from the upcoming performance and a question and answer session with Artistic Director, Donald Byrd, and company dancers. RSVP is required to attend. To RSVP email staff@spectrumdance.org or call 206.325.4161
Fri - Oct 08 7:00 PM		Relationships: Opening Night Benefit Spectrum Madrona Studio 800 Lake Washington Blvd. Seattle, WA 98122 The first week of the Fall Studio Series brings a mixed repertory program of works with pieces created for Spectrum Dance Theater and Donald Byrd/The Group. Spanning the last two decades of Donald Byrd's career Relationships sees the return of audience favorites Drastic Cuts: Duet and Sentimental Cannibalism. Also on the program is a unique opportunity to see two pieces which lead to the creation of 2007's Interrupted Narratives/War, Byrd's exploration of the effects of the Iraq War. Interupted Narratives/War Skecth was premiered as a studio piece in 2007 and served as an initial inquiry into the themes and subject of the full length work. Soap Box was conceived as a site specific piece originally performed in downtown Seattle at Westlake Park. Soap Box includes voluntary audience participation. Have something on your mind? Want your opinions to be heard? Come prepared to take a stand and speak out on the Soap Box. Tickets are $16 in advance and $20 at the door. A limited number of Studio Series Passes are available for $40. A pass allows you to see as many performances as you like during the series (excluding the Opening Night Benefit on Oct 8). Simply purchase the pass and RSVP at least 24 hrs in advance of the show you wish to attend. To purchase tickets call 206.325.4161 or online at www.brownpapertickets.com.
Sat - Oct 09 5:00 PM		Relationships Spectrum Madrona Studio 800 Lake Washington Blvd. Seattle, WA 98122 The first week of the Fall Studio Series brings a mixed repertory program of works with pieces created for Spectrum Dance Theater and Donald Byrd/The Group. Spanning the last two decades of Donald Byrd's career Relationships sees the return of audience favorites Drastic Cuts: Duet and Sentimental Cannibalism. Also on the program is a unique opportunity to see two pieces which lead to the creation of 2007's Interrupted Narratives/War, Byrd's exploration of the effects of the Iraq War. Interupted Narratives/War Skecth was premiered as a studio piece in 2007 and served as an initial inquiry into the themes and subject of the full length work. Soap Box was conceived as a site specific piece originally performed in downtown Seattle at Westlake Park. Soap Box includes voluntary audience participation. Have something on your mind? Want your opinions to be heard? Come prepared to take a stand and speak out on the Soap Box. Tickets are $16 in advance and $20 at the door. A limited number of Studio Series Passes are available for $40. A pass allows you to see as many performances as you like during the series (excluding the Opening Night Benefit on Oct 8). Simply purchase the pass and RSVP at least 24 hrs in advance of the show you wish to attend. To purchase tickets call 206.325.4161 or online at www.brownpapertickets.com.
Sat - Oct 09 8:00 PM		Relationships Spectrum Madrona Studio 800 Lake Washington Blvd. Seattle, WA 98122 The first week of the Fall Studio Series brings a mixed repertory program of works with pieces created for Spectrum Dance Theater and Donald Byrd/The Group. Spanning the last two decades of Donald Byrd's career Relationships sees the return of audience favorites Drastic Cuts: Duet and Sentimental Cannibalism. Also on the program is a unique opportunity to see two pieces which lead to the creation of 2007's Interrupted Narratives/War, Byrd's exploration of the effects of the Iraq War. Interupted Narratives/War Skecth was premiered as a studio piece in 2007 and served as an initial inquiry into the themes and subject of the full length work. Soap Box was conceived as a site specific piece originally performed in downtown Seattle at Westlake Park. Soap Box includes voluntary audience participation. Have something on your mind? Want your opinions to be heard? Come prepared to take a stand and speak out on the Soap Box. Tickets are $16 in advance and $20 at the door. A limited number of Studio Series Passes are available for $40. A pass allows you to see as many performances as you like during the series (excluding the Opening Night Benefit on Oct 8). Simply purchase the pass and RSVP at least 24 hrs in advance of the show you wish to attend. To purchase tickets call 206.325.4161 or online at www.brownpapertickets.com.