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Lawn Swing - dancing on the sidewalk at JCCC

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Kimberly Cowen - Reception

Michael Eaton and Kimberly Cowen in Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux - October 2010

Kimberly Cowen retired from active dancing after 20 years with the Kansas City Ballet. She will be the new Principal and Associate Director of the Kansas City Ballet School and director of the Kansas City Youth Ballet, the ballet school's performing group. She will be working as a partner with Emily Simpson, the school director. See pictures of the reception

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http://www.kcballet.org/aboutus/company/dancers.html#cowen
School reference link: http://www.kcballet.org/school

Swing at Light up the Lawn

Swinging the Lawn

JCCC started off its summer concert series on the lawn of the Nerman Museum with two swing bands Friday night (11 May 2012). I ran into it coming out of dress rehearsal for Swan Lake in the Polsky Theater and couldn't help being drawn across the parking lot. See pictures here.

Meredith Green and Erik Sobbe

Swan Lake - sold out both performances

American Youth Ballet's Swan Lake pictures. This was Saturday May 12th with two casts, one at 2pm and one at 7 pm at Johnson County Community College's Carlsen Center.

Arts Bar and City in Motion

City in Motion - picture page here - at the Arts Bar at 3611 Broadway, KCMO

Sacred Geometrix

City in Motion - picture page here - Spring 2012 Show
City Stage in Union Station - 27, 28, 29 April
Fri, Sat at 7:30 pm (27th, 28th) and
Sun at 2:00 pm (29th)

Rachel Schneider jumps and turns backward into Mark Gieringer who catches her in Red

Spring 2012

UMKC Dance Concert

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Thu, Fri, Sat at 7:30 pm and
Sat at 2:30 pm

100 Years of Arthur Murray

Arhtur Murray KC in Lenexa party celebrating 100 years of Arthur Murray dance training. Click Here for Picture Page - Fri 30 March 2012

Setting The Stage 2012

Wed 22 at the GEM - a few pictures here

City in Motion Dance Co

Modern Night at the Folly

Tonight - Sat 18th Feb 2012 at the Folly Theater in Downtown Kansas City, MO. Presented by City in Motion - a show featuring choreographers and companies from the region and beyond.

Curtain 8 pm - The show was very nice and if you were not there you should have been, or at UMKC's last senior recital or at Romeo and Juliet or at ... (oh, so many this season) - Pictures here

Wylliams Henry Fall 2011

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KC Ballet Kim Cowen a Retire at 20 Years (1)
Lawn Swings at JCCC (2)
Arts Bar, City in Motion (3)
AYB Swan Lake May 2012 (4)
City in Motion - Sacred Geometrix - April 2012 (5)
UMKC Spring 2012 Dance Concert (6)
Arthur Murray KC 100 years (7)
Setting The Stage - Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey - Photos by Mike Strong (8)
Carmina Burana by Paula Weber (9)
A Modern Night at the Folly 2012 - Photos by Mike Strong (10)
UMKC 2012 Senior Dance Recital (11)
TMS at Kwanzaa 2011 Day One (12)

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2012
May
Thu, May 17, 2012
Ballroom
	Camelot: Dance and Group Lesson (thu) Map (Dance, Lesson) Thursday Seniors and Friends dance 1:30 - 3:30 pm - $10/person Music by Ed Smith 6635 W. 151 Street, Overland Park, KS 66223 - located 3 blocks east of Metcalf Ave. (913) 897-4622 URL.1: index.php EML.1: dance@camelotballroom.com
Country
	Country Two Step! (thu) Map (Dance, Lesson) During April, join Marta Elder for Beginning Country Dances at 7:00 P.M., Intermediate/Advanced Country Two Step at 8:00 P.M., and then dance to a mix of music from 9 - 10 P.M. Singles are welcome. The cost is $10/person. Try out the class for FREE! Passes are available on the studio web site. Walters Dance Center has been in business for 40 years, and has one of the BEST dance floors in Kansas City! It is located at 5023 Minnesota (50th Terr & State Ave.) For more information, updates, current class schedule, directions, go to the Walters web site or call (913) 287-3355 or (816) 665-6275. You will find our email address and web site by clicking on 'Beginning Country Dances' above. URL.1: waltersdancecenter.com URL.2: SpecialOffers.htm URL.3: Directions.htm EML.1: info@waltersdancecenter.com
	Beginning Country Dances! (thu) Map (Dance, Lesson) During April, join Marta Elder for Beginning Country Dances at 7:00 P.M., Intermediate/Advanced Country Two Step at 8:00 P.M., and then dance to a mix of music from 9 - 10 P.M. Singles are welcome. The cost is $10/person. Try out the class for FREE! Passes are available on the studio web site. Walters Dance Center has been in business for 40 years, and has one of the BEST dance floors in Kansas City! It is located at 5023 Minnesota (50th Terr & State Ave.) For more information, updates, current class schedule, directions, go to the Walters web site or call (913) 287-3355 or (816) 665-6275. You will find our email address and web site by clicking on 'Beginning Country Dances' above. URL.1: waltersdancecenter.com URL.2: SpecialOffers.htm URL.3: Directions.htm EML.1: info@waltersdancecenter.com
Dance
	Hip Hop Dance Classes (thu) Map (Dance, Lesson) Learn Hip Hop URL.1: bellastudiokc.com
Hula
	Basic, Intermediate, & Advanced Hula Classes (thu) Map (Lesson) Basic hula lessons available by way of M�kana `O Hula School of Polynesian Arts with Kumu Hula Kawika (Kah VEE kah) at lead. We meet at Van Hook Park (Crackerneck Access), Independence, Missouri. Different levels of lessons and classes available, from ho`omaka {hoh-oh-mah-kah} - (beginner) to ho`okohu {hoh-oh-koh-hu} - (advanced). Beginner's Class Schedules: Hula `o keiki (children's hula) - ages 2 - 9 yrs. - Thursdays 6:00 - 6:30pm Hula `o wahine (ladies hula) - ages 10 + yrs. - Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30pm Hula `o kane (men's hula) - ages 10 - 39yrs. - Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30pm Intermediate Class Schedules: Hula Mawaena (intermediate hula) - both male & female - ages 10+ yrs. - Thursdays 7:30 - 8:30pm Advanced Class Schedules: Hula Kupuna (elderly hula) - both male & female - ages 'the golden years' - Friday 6:00 - 7:00pm Hula Ho`okohu (advanced hula) - ages 16+ - Friday 7:00 - 8:00pm Hularobics (exercise hula) - ages 10+ - Friday 8:00 - 9:00pm Prices: Hula Keiki (children ages 2 - 9) $30/quarter Hula `O Wahine (women ages 10+) - $60/quarter Hula 'O Kane (men ages 10+) - $60/quarter Hula Mawaena (intermediate ages 10+) - $90/quarter Hula Ho`okohu (advanced Hula) - $120/quarter Hula Kupuna (elderly hula) - $60/quarter Contact Info: Leah Tonga MakanaOHula@Comcast.net 816-616-4780 URL.1: makanaohula EML.1: MakanaOHula@Comcast.net
Kc 2-steppin
	Line Dance and 2_Step Lessons (thu) Map (Dance, Lesson, Workshop) The New Southeast Community Center 4201 East 63rd Street KCMO 64130 (at 63rd & Jackson) (816) 513- 0632 8-Week Sessions Every Thursday starting January 8, 2010 and continuing indefinetely Class Session A Thursdays 7:00 - 7:45pm Line Dance Classes � 8-week course session with certification at course end � Cost = $48.00 per course session � Graduation after last class instruction � Class goes out to celebrate Class Session B Thursdays 8:00 - 8:45 pm 2-Steppin for beginners � 8-week course session with certification at course end � Cost = $48.00 per course session � Graduation after last class instruction � Class goes out to celebrate Class Instructor: De Barker You may sign up at Southeast Community Center or call (816) 513- 0632 URL.1: kc2steppin.com
Salsa
	Tropical Thu - 1822 Ultra Lounge (thu) Map (Dance, Lesson) Lessons: 7:30 Salsa, Bachata 8:30 9:30 - 3 am open dancing URL.1: KCSalsa.com EML.1: Josh.hernandez@hotmail.com
	Salsa Technique Class (thu) Map (Lesson) During April, join Shelley Ramirez for a Salsa Technique Class at 7:00 P.M., on Thursday nights, at Walters Dance Center. The class lasts one hour and costs $8/person. For more information call Shelley at 913-271-4006. URL.1: wannadancekc.com URL.2: waltersdancecenter.com EML.1: shelley@wannadancekc.com
	Salsa On 1 (thu) Map (Lesson) Salsa Levels 1,2,3 Partner class that builds on steps learned each week over 4 week sessions. We are learning from a Brand New Salsa syllabus endorsed by some of the World's Greatest Salsa dancers. Each week we pick several good foundational patterns and explore new exciting variations. You have a basic foundation of the dance, but want to move on now. Try a salsa class that teaches you how to HAVE FUN AGAIN. We give you the clues on how to make your flavor work for you. Body isolation, spinning, and lead and follow techniques. URL.1: amoredance.com EML.1: info@amoredance.com
	Salsa at Retro (thu) Map (Dance, Lesson) At Retro Nightclub � 1518 McGee � Kansas City, Missouri 8:15pm � 9:15pm - Intermediate/ Advanced Salsa with Fanny Maldonado $10 (no additional cover for Salsa Night) URL.1: kansascitysalsalessons.com EML.1: strictlysalsa@salsakc.com
Fri, May 18, 2012
Ballroom
	Arthur Murray Dance Studio (fri) Map (Dance, Lesson) Open group class at 8:30 pm follow by a dance party at 9:15 pm Arthur Murray Dance Studio 9217 Pflumm Rd Lenexa, KS 66215 (913) 599-4444 www.kcarthurmurray.com kcarthurmurray@gmail.com URL.1: kcarthurmurray.com URL.2: calendar EML.1: kcarthurmurray@gmail.com
	Camelot: Dance and (usually) Group Lesson (fri) Map (Dance, Lesson) Friday Group Dance Lessons and dance (check schedule on link below) 7-8pm - $10/person & stay for the dance afterwards for free!! On evenings with no group lessons, dance begins at 8 pm. 6635 W. 151 Street, Overland Park, KS 66223 - Conveniently located 3 blocks east of Metcalf Ave. (913) 897-4622 URL.1: index.php EML.1: dance@camelotballroom.com
Dance
	Ballroom Dance Classes (fri) Map (Dance, Lesson) Learn to ballroom dance URL.1: bellastudiokc.com
Salsa
	Salsa at Elements - Power y Light (fri) Map (Dance, Lesson) Every Friday and Saturday At Elements in Power and Light District � 14th Street Between Main and Walnut (next to Whopper Bar) 8:15pm � 9:15pm - Introduction to Salsa with Howard Carney or Guest Instructors $10 (no additional cover for Salsa Night) URL.1: kansascitysalsalessons.com EML.1: strictlysalsa@salsakc.com
Zumba
	Zumba Dance Party (fri) Map (Dance, Lesson) Join us every Friday at KCFitnessLink for a Zumba dance party from 12:00-1:00 p.m. free to attend, donations welcome. No experienced required. join us on meetup.com for pictures, comments and to view our members of the party! http://www.meetup.com/zumbzkc KCFitnessLink \| 510 N. 6th Street \| Kansas City, KS 66101 (downtown KCK in Strawberry HIll) For questions, call 816.256.4443 URL.1: zumbakc EML.1: info@kcfitnesslink.com
Sat, May 19, 2012
	Saturday Night Ballroom Dance at Walters! (sat) Map (Dance, Lesson) Ballroom Dance every Saturday from 8-11 P.M. on the BEST dance floor in Kansas City. The music is great and is a mix of Ballroom, Latin, & Swing! During April, join us for a Waltz Class on Saturday night. 7:00 pm Beginning Class The cost of the class is only $10/person, and includes the dance. Only $7/person for the dance only! Walters Dance Center has been in business for 40 years, and has one of the BEST dance floors in Kansas City! It is located at 5023 Minnesota (50th Terr & State Ave.) You will find pictures, current class & dance schedule, and directions, on the Walters web site. For more information call (913) 287-3355 or (816) 665-6275. You will find our email address and web site by clicking on 'Saturday Night Ballroom Dance at Walters' above. URL.1: waltersdancecenter.com URL.2: SpecialOffers.htm URL.3: Directions.htm EML.1: info@waltersdancecenter.com
	Ballroom Basics (Learn to Ballroom Dance!) (sat) Map (Lesson) This class is specifically designed for Beginning Ballroom Dancers and couples who want to learn to dance for their wedding reception. The class is held in Ballroom B (downstairs) at Walters Dance Center. We rotate in class, so a partner is not needed. (You will learn faster if you rotate, but if you have a partner, you can choose to not rotate.) At the end of the session, you should feel comfortable enough to attend our regular group classes and/or attend our Saturday night dances to have fun and to practice your new moves. As an added bonus, you will receive 4 FREE PASSES to Walters Dance Center Saturday Night Beginning Ballroom Class & our Saturday Night Ballroom Dance. The class is limited in number to allow for more personal attention (Pre-registration is required to guarantee a spot in the class.) Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Wednesday 6:00 P.M. - April 11 - May 16 $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Saturday 2:00 P.M. - June 9 - July 14 $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Wednesday 6:00 P.M. - June 27 - August 1st $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Saturday 2:00 P.M. - August 4 - September 8 $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Wednesday 6:00 P.M. - September 19 - October 17 $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Saturday 2:00 P.M. - October 27 - Dec. 8 (No class Nov 16) $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Wednesday 6:00 P.M. - November 7 - December 12 $35/Person To register for the class, or if you have any questions contact Mark Harris at (816) 665-6275. You will find our email address and web site by clicking on 'Ballroom Basics (Learn to Ballroom Dance!)' above. URL.1: waltersdancecenter.com URL.2: Ballroom_Basics_Dance_Class_Kansas_City.htm URL.3: Directions.htm EML.1: mark@waltersdancecenter.com
African
	West African Drumming (sat) Map (Lesson) West African Drumming class - Every Saturday. 11:00 AM St. Marks Lutheran Church, 3800 Troost (at Manheim), KCMO 64110
Afro-cuban
	Afro-Cuban Drumming (sat) Map (Lesson) Afro-Cuban Drumming class from Traditional Music Society - Every Saturday. 12:00 noon St. Marks Lutheran Church 3800 Troost (at Manheim) KCMO 64110 URL.1: TraditionalMusicSociety.org
Ballroom
	Ballroom Basics! (Learn to Ballroom Dance!) (sat) Map (Dance, Lesson) This class is specifically designed for Beginning Ballroom Dancers and couples who want to learn to dance for their wedding reception. The class is held in Ballroom B (downstairs) at Walters Dance Center. We rotate in class, so a partner is not needed. (You will learn faster if you rotate, but if you have a partner, you can choose to not rotate.) At the end of the session, you should feel comfortable enough to attend our regular group classes and/or attend our Saturday night dances to have fun and to practice your new moves. As an added bonus, you will receive 4 FREE PASSES to Walters Dance Center Saturday Night Beginning Ballroom Class & our Saturday Night Ballroom Dance. The class is limited in number to allow for more personal attention (Pre-registration is required to guarantee a spot in the class.) Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Wednesday 6:00 P.M. - April 11 - May 16 $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Saturday 2:00 P.M. - June 9 - July 14 $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Wednesday 6:00 P.M. - June 27 - August 1st $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Saturday 2:00 P.M. - August 4 - September 8 $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Wednesday 6:00 P.M. - September 19 - October 17 $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Saturday 2:00 P.M. - October 27 - Dec. 8 (No class Nov 16) $35/Person Six-week (6 - 1 Hour Classes) session is scheduled for: Wednesday 6:00 P.M. - November 7 - December 12 $35/Person To register for the class, or if you have any questions contact Mark Harris at (816) 665-6275. You will find our email address and web site by clicking on 'Ballroom Basics (Learn to Ballroom Dance!)' above. URL.1: waltersdancecenter.com URL.2: Ballroom_Basics_Dance_Class_Kansas_City.htm URL.3: Directions.htm EML.1: info@waltersdancecenter.com
	Learn Waltz! (sat) Map (Lesson) During April, join us for a Beginning Waltz Class at 7 pm on Saturday night. Then stick around for our Ballroom Dance which is held every Saturday from 8-11 P.M. on the BEST dance floor in Kansas City. The music is great and is a mix of Ballroom, Latin, & Swing! The cost for the class is only $10/person and includes the dance! Walters Dance Center has been in business for 40 years, and has one of the BEST dance floors in Kansas City! It is located at 5023 Minnesota (50th Terr & State Ave.) You will find pictures, current class & dance schedule, and directions, on the Walters web site. For more information call (913) 287-3355 or (816) 665-6275. You will find our email address and web site by clicking on 'Saturday Night Ballroom Dance at Walters' above. URL.1: waltersdancecenter.com URL.2: Directions.htm EML.1: mark@waltersdancecenter.com
	Camelot: Dance and Group Lesson (sat) Map (Dance, Lesson) Saturday night dance 7:30, 8 or 89:30 to 10:30, 11 or 12-midnight, depending on date and band. - $10/person 6635 W. 151 Street, Overland Park, KS 66223 - Conveniently located 3 blocks east of Metcalf Ave. (913) 897-4622 URL.1: index.php EML.1: dance@camelotballroom.com
Bellydance
	Belly Dance (sat) Map (Lesson) Saturday 11:00 a.m. Month Sessions Suitable for Teens and Adults of all ages. You'll learn the basic traditional steps and movements of popular American Style Middle Eastern Belly Dance. This sensual and ancient dance form is suitable for all ages and all body types. It is particularly suited for creative types looking for a new outlet for expression or for those who wish to explore a new body image and personal style. It is a sensual, creative, and fun way to stay fit. Guaranteed to bring out the Belly Dancer in you...! URL.1: amoredance.com EML.1: info@amoredance.com
Flamenco
	Castanets for Sevillanas (sat) Map (Dance, Lesson) This class is for dancers with some previous castanets technique experience. We will study posture, arm technique and work on learning rhythm patterns for sevillanas. Students need to own a pair of castanets to take this class. For questions where to purchase them, please contact Zhanna (816-718-9217) Class Fee: 7 classes for $70. Drop in fee $12 per class URL.1: flamencokc.com EML.1: zhanna@flamencokc.com
	Flamenco Choreography Class- Solea (sat) Map (Dance, Lesson) Sole� is one of the most profound song and dance palos (forms) in flamenco. Sole� is sometimes referred to as the �Mother of Flamenco.' The name Soleea is derived from one of the early flamenco lyrics of these songs, referring to the Spanish word 'la soledad', the desolated loneliness of the ever wandering Gypsy soul. Sole� often includes slow, sensual cante jondo (deep song) passages and rapid zapateado (footwork) sections, which gives the dancer an opportunity to display both profound emotion and blazing footwork. Students taking this class must also take Flamenco Technique Class or Flamenco Technique and Dance Class. Class Fee: 8 classes for $96. Drop in fee $15 per class URL.1: flamencokc.com EML.1: zhanna@flamencokc.com
Latin
	Latin Aerobics! (sat) Map (Lesson) Join Shelley Ramirez at Noon on Saturdays for a great Latin Aerobics workout! Shelley uses basic Latin dance movements to help you improve technique as well as get a good workout. The class lasts 50 minutes and only costs $8/person. For more information call Shelley at 913-271-4006. URL.1: wannadancekc.com URL.2: waltersdancecenter.com EML.1: shelley@wannadancekc.com
Salsa
	Salsa at Elements - Power y Light (sat) Map (Dance, Lesson) Every Friday and Saturday At Elements in Power and Light District � 14th Street Between Main and Walnut (next to Whopper Bar) 8:15pm � 9:15pm - Introduction to Salsa with Howard Carney or Guest Instructors $10 (no additional cover for Salsa Night) URL.1: kansascitysalsalessons.com EML.1: strictlysalsa@salsakc.com
Yoga
	Power Yoga for Dancers (sat) Map (Lesson) Learn to build flexible strength through movement and breathing. Every Saturday morning from 9:00-10:00 a.m. at KCFitnessLink. No experience required. Bring a yoga mat. KCFitnessLink \| 510 N. th Street\| KSK 66101 \| 816.256.4443 URL.1: schedule EML.1: info@kcfitnesslink.com
Sun, May 20, 2012
Ballroom
	Camelot Ballroom (sun) Map (Dance) Dances are held every Sunday from 2 pm - 4 pm. The cost is $7.00 per person. So come out and enjoy a good time with us. For more information call 913-897-4622. www.camelotballroom.com Private lessons available upon request URL.1: camelotballroom.com EML.1: dance@camelotballroom.com
Hula hoop dance
	Beginner to Intermediate Hoop Dance (sun) Map (Dance, Lesson) New Beginner to Intermediate Hoop Dance Classes- Enrolling NOW! WHAT: A beginner to intermediate hoop dance class WHERE: City In Motion Dance Theater. 3925 Main Street Kansas City, MO 64111-1916 WHAT TIME: Sundays at Noon-1:15 WHEN WILL THE SESSION START? starting October 10th to December 5th PRICING AND LENGTH: All participants will need to sign up for the entire NINE WEEK SESSION for $135. BONUS OFFER: If you get a friend to sign up with you, you each will receive $15 off the total cost$ That is $120 rather then $135 so it's worth convincing a friend! Contact me as soon as possible to RESERVE YOUR SPOT. I will send you a PayPal invoice and you can pay directly online. If this method is problematic for you please contact me. (No refunds my darlings, but I don't for see this being a problem) Thanks everyone! EML.1: brie@lunabreezeperformance.com
Lindy
	Lindy Hop (sun) Map (Lesson) Lindy Hop Levels 1,2 5:00 p.m. Lindy Hop Level 3 6:00 p.m. URL.1: amoredance.com EML.1: info@amoredance.com
Salsa
	Salsa at Marquee Lounge (sun) Map (Dance, Lesson) Every Sunday at The Marquee Lounge � 1400 Main (inside the AMC Theater) 5:15pm � 6:15pm - Introduction to Casino Rueda � FREE! Level 1 and above Casino Rueda $10 (Salsa Night Free) URL.1: kansascitysalsalessons.com EML.1: strictlysalsa@salsakc.com