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The Nutcracker Returns to Dearborn

November 18, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Ballet Americana’s Nutcracker

DEARBORN, Mich. – Enter a world of Yuletide fantasy with angels, sugarplums, a magic prince, a dreamy girl, a mysterious old man and a Christmas tree that grows sky high.  The timeless story of The Nutcracker returns to the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center on Dec. 3 and 4, with the Ballet Americana and its principal dancers from the New York City Ballet accompanied by the Detroit Symphony Civic Orchestra.  Tickets are $12 to $24. Three young dancers from Dearborn perform in the world-class ensemble: Amy Jenkins, a Dearborn High School student who plays the lead role of … [Read more...]

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Catch the Rhythm of the Dance in Dearborn

September 17, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Rhythm of the Dance Group Picture

DEARBORN, Michigan – The National Dance Company of Ireland comes to Dearborn for just one night only, Saturday, September 18, at 8 p.m. for a spectacular show at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center (The Center). This two-hour dance and music extravaganza contains a wealth of Irish talent. The show is an inspiring epic, reliving the journey of the Irish Celts throughout history. Using modern art forms of dance and music, this richly costumed show marries the contemporary and the ancient. Combining traditional dance and music with the most up to date stage technology, … [Read more...]

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Detroit Dance Collective 30th Anniversary Gala Concert

April 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Detroit Dance Collective, Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Detroit Dance Collective (DDC) Celebrates its 30th Anniversary this year. DDC has played a vital role in the arts community of Dearborn and Metro-Detroit with their dance program since 1980. On April 30th, 2010 DDC will present their 30th Anniversary Gala Concert at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, in Dearborn. It will be a night you won't want to miss! The Gala Concert titled "An Historic Journey into the Art of Dance" will rewind to visit dances created in the past and fast forward to present exciting dances of the "moment". Dance has historically been part of all … [Read more...]

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New Dance Classes Offered In Dearborn

October 29, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Detroit Dance Collective

DEARBORN, MI - New dance classes are being offered in Dearborn by the Detroit Dance Collective - City Dance Center Detroit Dance Collective, in partnership with the City of Dearborn, is excited to offer high quality dance programming to the residents of Dearborn and the greater Dearborn community at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave, in Dearborn. Classes are now in progress and new registrations are welcome. A new 6-week fall session begins November 2nd. Kids Classes: Pre-School, Creative Dance, Pre-School tap for ages 3-4; Ballet Basics, Creative Dance, … [Read more...]

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City Dance Center Announces Class for Boys

October 6, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Detroit Dance Collective - City Dance Center

The City Dance Center recently announced a new class, "Just For Boys", to be held on Thursday nights, beginning Thursday, Oct. 8th from 5:00 to 5:45 PM. Classes will be held at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave, Dearborn. Designed for the young male between the ages of 5-7, the "Just for Boys" dance class will focus on dexterity, coordination, and athleticism through basic movement techniques. Some elements of Dance Exercise, Jazz and Hip Hop are also introduced for body placement, rhythmic skills as well as overall flexibility and body strength. Come … [Read more...]

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