La MaMa Presents SERIES OF ONE
by Julie Musbach
- Jan 24, 2018
La MaMa presents the return of Series of One, a platform for provocative, challenging solo performances centered on storytelling and personal narratives. The four courageous artists this year are Blake Sugarman, John Jarboe, Marina Celander and Megan Metrikin. They exemplify La MaMa's mission of continuing to create adventurous and engaging art that allows audiences to experience the dynamism of a single performer no distractions.
The Bessies Announce Recipients of the 2017 NY Dance and Performance Awards
by A.A. Cristi
- Oct 10, 2017
The NY Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, New York City's premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, announced the complete list of the 2017 award recipients tonight at the 33rd annual Bessie Awards ceremony. Awards were presented in the categories of Outstanding Production, Outstanding Revival, Outstanding Performer, Outstanding Music Composition/Sound Design, and Outstanding Visual Design, with additional awards presented for Lifetime Achievement in Dance and Outstanding Service to the Field of Dance. The full list of 2017 Bessie Award recipients follows.
Photo Flash: Spiderwoman Celebrates 40th Anniversary at La MaMa
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 21, 2017
An earth-shaking collection of indigenous-feminist performers, bands and performance art groups gathered at La MaMa on Tuesday for an impassioned celebration of Spiderwoman, the world's longest-running Native American theatre company, and one of America's longest continuously active feminist performance collectives. Scroll down for photos from the event!
The Bessie Awards Announce Presenters and Performers
by A.A. Cristi
- Sep 19, 2017
The NY Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, New York City's premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, announce the lineup of special guests for the 33rd annual Bessie Awards. The ceremony, hosted by performance artist/entertainer Shernita Anderson and American Ballet Theatre principal dancer James Whiteside, will be held on Monday, October 9, at 7:30pm, at NYU's Skirball Center for the Arts. Doors open at 6:30pm for red carpet and pre-show celebrations.
The Bessie Awards Announces 2017 Nominees
by A.A. Cristi
- Jul 12, 2017
The NY Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, New York City's premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, today announced the nominees for the 2016?17 season at the Bessies press conference. The nominees were selected by the Bessie Awards Selection Committee, an independent committee of 38 dance industry professionals. Bessie Award categories include Outstanding Production, Outstanding Revived Work, Outstanding Performer, Outstanding Music Composition or Sound Design, and Outstanding Visual Design. The list of nominations follows.
The Bessies Announce Emerging Choreographer Nominees, Juried Award Recipient
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 30, 2017
The NY Dance and Performance Awards, the Bessies, New York City's premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, today announced that the nominees for the 2017 Outstanding Emerging Choreographer Award are Lela Aisha Jones, Niall Jones, Will Rawls, and Kate Skarpetowska. The Bessies are also thrilled to announce that Abby Zbikowski will receive the 2017 Juried Bessie Award.
2017 LA MAMA MOVES! Dance Festival to Feature World Premieres and More This Spring
by BWW News Desk
- May 2, 2017
The welcome mat for artists from the four corners of the globe has shone brightly at La MaMa's theater entryway for 55 years, and for the past 12, the welcome has been extended to choreographers and dancers participating in the La MaMa Moves! Dance Festival, which this season includes 17 dance companies and artists whose work asks important questions about the conditions of the world in which we are now living. The 2017 festival runs May 18-June 4.
The Bessies Announce Recipients of the 2016 NY Dance and Performance Awards
by Ashlee Latimer
- Oct 19, 2016
The NY Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, New York City's premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, announced the complete list of the 2015-16 season award recipients tonight at the 32nd Annual Bessie Awards ceremony. Awards were presented in the categories of Outstanding Production, Outstanding Performer, Outstanding Music Composition/Sound Design, and Outstanding Visual Design, with additional awards presented for Lifetime Achievement and Outstanding Service to the Field of Dance. The full list of 2016 Bessie Award recipients follows.
The Bessie Awards Announce 2016 Nominees
by BWW
News Desk
- Oct 18, 2016
The NY Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, New York City's premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, today announced the nominees for the 2015-16 season. Scroll down for the full list!
Danspace Project's Platform 2016: LOST & FOUND to Feature Over 80 Artists
by BWW
News Desk
- Oct 6, 2016
Since their inception in 2009, the Platform series, Danspace Project's signature curatorial initiative, has 'given dance presentation a makeover.' (The New York Times). Conceived by Danspace Project Executive Director and Chief Curator Judy Hussie-Taylor as exhibitions that unfold over time, Platforms are multi-week series of performances and events, organized by guest curators, that act as deep inquiries into artistic practice and concerns. Ten Platforms have been held to date, each accompanied by a print catalogue.
Danspace Project's Platform 2016: LOST & FOUND to Feature Over 80 Artists
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 16, 2016
Since their inception in 2009, the Platform series, Danspace Project's signature curatorial initiative, has 'given dance presentation a makeover.' (The New York Times). Conceived by Danspace Project Executive Director and Chief Curator Judy Hussie-Taylor as exhibitions that unfold over time, Platforms are multi-week series of performances and events, organized by guest curators, that act as deep inquiries into artistic practice and concerns. Ten Platforms have been held to date, each accompanied by a print catalogue.
The Bessie Awards Announce 2016 Nominees
by BWW News Desk
- Jul 13, 2016
The NY Dance and Performance Awards, The Bessies, New York City's premier dance awards honoring outstanding creative work in the field, today announced the nominees for the 2015-16 season. Scroll down for the full list!
Laurie Berg to Receive 2016 Tommy Award; Ceremony to be Held in May
by Tyler Peterson
- Apr 29, 2016
Dixon Place announced the recipient of the 4th Annual 2016 Tom Murrin Performance Award, also known as "The Tommy." A transformative career opportunity for an emerging NYC-based artist or company, this year's award will be presented to Laurie Berg, known for her absurd, darkly humorous choreography and living collages. The 4th Annual Tommy Award presentation will take place at the Howl! Happening Gallery (6 East 1st Street) at 4pm as part of the Luna Macaroona Full Moon Performance Series. The event is free to attend. Featured performers include Agosto Machado, Nora Burns, Miss Joan Marie Moossy, Pedro J. Rosado Jr., Monstah Black, Jacqueline Zahora, Patricia Sullivan, Louise Belle Ethyl May, Annabel Clare Sexton-Daldry, Joe E. Jeffries, Nicky Paraiso, Black Eyed Susan and more.
La Mama to Present COFFEEHOUSE CHRONICLES #133 JOHN KELLY
by Tyler Peterson
- Mar 24, 2016
LA MAMA presents COFFEEHOUSE CHRONICLES #133 "JOHN KELLY" -- Saturday March 26, 2016 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm?-- Located at, La MaMa, Downstairs (66 East 4th Street, NYC). JOHN KELLY, a World Renowned performance artist returns to La Mama for this one-night engagement to Present new material, present past works and discuss his performance and visual artist practices with a pnalen comprised of Morgan Jenness, Kyle DeCamp, John Jesurun, Kevin Maloney, Nicky Paraiso.
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