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THANK YOU
to everyone who supported our fundraiser
2009 Phoenix Dance Explosion
to everyone who supported our fundraiser
2009 Phoenix Dance Explosion
What this Fundraiser is for: to raise $20,000 for * the creation of EARTH LODGE and
Rites of Passage family programs in the USA —
* find out how you can still donate here soon . . .
Thank you to all of the following artists, dancers and performers for donating your services to a great family and community evening. Full of vitality • fun • energy • community celebrating diversity!
PHOTOS COMING SOON!
Master of Ceremonies: DJ Wes • www.gmwpro.com
Wesley aka DJ Wes is truly a world renounced professional entertainer with over 20 years of entertaining experience. During his military career he has entertained our military troops in such countries as Germany, Belgium, Saudi Arabia, and South Korea. DJ Wes retired from the military and moved his company – GMW Productions, to the Valley of the Sun in 2000. His company is one of the best Mobile DJ Companies in the Valley. DJ Wes volunteers his time in the community to support events such as the yearly Sjögren's Walkabout event sponsored by Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation, The March for Babies, sponsored by The March of Dimes organization. He has served as master of ceremonies with distinguished personalities such as 104.3 'Snake', Bill Kelly from Channel 12, and the list goes on.
Porangui & Grupo Liberdade • www.grupoliberdade.com
“A performance group and artist collective dedicated to freedom of expression through Culture, Movement and Sound. We promote COMMUNITY, LEADERSHIP & EMPOWERMENT drawing upon the traditional & contemporary rhythms of the Americas & Carribean from Brasil to Cuba and beyond. Grupo Liberdade has been an ongoing project inspired by the vision of Porangui combined with the gifts and talents of an outstanding diverse community of musicians and dancers across Arizona. Since 2004, the group has gone through many transformations that have helped it evolve to the professional ensemble it is today. Dedicated to creating music to move the soul & body, this project brings together diversity on all levels with an incredible interactive & pulsating show. The group also offers custom performances for community, corporate & private events in addition to experiential workshops & private lessons under the direction of Poranguí. "We are dedicated to inspiring creative collaboration, cultural diversity and addressing the incredible need for community focused music & dance in the Desert Metropolis and beyond."
AZ Rhythm Connection • www.azrhythmconnection.com
The AZ Rhythm Connection® is a group of highly skilled facilitators whose primary focus is to bring the joy of rhythm and percussion to any and all events where rhythm is welcome. Our team sculpts, layers and creates the most unique and engaging group participation events possible. It is our goal to take the team building and group-fun experiences to unexpected levels of enjoyment. The AZ Rhythm Connection is an advocate and a local leader of Recreational Drum Circles in the Phoenix area. Recreational Drum Circles provide a fun and dynamic introduction into rhythm participation and the use percussion instruments.
AZ Lindy Hop Society Swing Dance Performance and
Capoeira is an Afro-Brasilian art form that synthesizes rhythmic music with dance, acrobatics, attack and defense. Capoeira can help you challenge your mind, your spirit, and condition your body like nothing else. The group is an artist/athlete community whose work is present throughout Southern California, Arizona, Texas, New York, Massachusetts, Missouri, Florida and many other countries worldwide. Angelique Marquand, functioning as artistic director, provides a positive, cultural community space where Capoeira and Brazilian dance, music and art may inspire self-expression and creativity.
Dance Time Studio presents
Bachata Suave, Bachata Performing Show Group & Ritmo Caliente,
Salsa Performing Show Group. • www.bandbdance.com
Bridgette Maria & Dance Company specializes in Salsa, Latin, Argentine Tango, Ballroom, Swing & many more dances. Dance Time Studio – 602.486.2082 bridgettemaria@cox.net, www.myspace.com/bridgettemariadance www.myspace.com/dancetimeaz
For more information on Individual Lessons, Group Classes, Dance Parties & Dance Shows & Events please contact us. Thank You!!
Anaya Tribal from Plaza de Anaya World Fusion Studio www.plazadeanaya.com
Anaya Tribal is a professional bellydance company based in Tempe, AZ. "We perform improvisational Tribal Style Bellydance based on a language of movements and cues studied as a group. All of our dances are based on group improv which creates a fun, spontaneous high energy show. Our costumes vary for the occasion from traditional gypsy style to urban flair. Our high energy world fusion belly dance performance company can be seen teaching at Plaza de Anaya World Fusion Studio in Tempe and performing all over the valley".
ARGENTINE TANGO • Ravi and Satya Khalsa • www.tangoaz.com
"A common approach to dance training is to learn and repeat figures. Our approach is 100% Improvisation: Learn to lead and follow anything at any point in the dance. This is the key that will unlock your creative potential and maximize your pleasure. Your are only limited by how much and how intelligently you practice."
Wesley aka DJ Wes is truly a world renounced professional entertainer with over 20 years of entertaining experience. During his military career he has entertained our military troops in such countries as Germany, Belgium, Saudi Arabia, and South Korea. DJ Wes retired from the military and moved his company – GMW Productions, to the Valley of the Sun in 2000. His company is one of the best Mobile DJ Companies in the Valley. DJ Wes volunteers his time in the community to support events such as the yearly Sjögren's Walkabout event sponsored by Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation, The March for Babies, sponsored by The March of Dimes organization. He has served as master of ceremonies with distinguished personalities such as 104.3 'Snake', Bill Kelly from Channel 12, and the list goes on.
Porangui & Grupo Liberdade • www.grupoliberdade.com
“A performance group and artist collective dedicated to freedom of expression through Culture, Movement and Sound. We promote COMMUNITY, LEADERSHIP & EMPOWERMENT drawing upon the traditional & contemporary rhythms of the Americas & Carribean from Brasil to Cuba and beyond. Grupo Liberdade has been an ongoing project inspired by the vision of Porangui combined with the gifts and talents of an outstanding diverse community of musicians and dancers across Arizona. Since 2004, the group has gone through many transformations that have helped it evolve to the professional ensemble it is today. Dedicated to creating music to move the soul & body, this project brings together diversity on all levels with an incredible interactive & pulsating show. The group also offers custom performances for community, corporate & private events in addition to experiential workshops & private lessons under the direction of Poranguí. "We are dedicated to inspiring creative collaboration, cultural diversity and addressing the incredible need for community focused music & dance in the Desert Metropolis and beyond."
AZ Rhythm Connection • www.azrhythmconnection.com
The AZ Rhythm Connection® is a group of highly skilled facilitators whose primary focus is to bring the joy of rhythm and percussion to any and all events where rhythm is welcome. Our team sculpts, layers and creates the most unique and engaging group participation events possible. It is our goal to take the team building and group-fun experiences to unexpected levels of enjoyment. The AZ Rhythm Connection is an advocate and a local leader of Recreational Drum Circles in the Phoenix area. Recreational Drum Circles provide a fun and dynamic introduction into rhythm participation and the use percussion instruments.
AZ Lindy Hop Society Swing Dance Performance and
Capoeira is an Afro-Brasilian art form that synthesizes rhythmic music with dance, acrobatics, attack and defense. Capoeira can help you challenge your mind, your spirit, and condition your body like nothing else. The group is an artist/athlete community whose work is present throughout Southern California, Arizona, Texas, New York, Massachusetts, Missouri, Florida and many other countries worldwide. Angelique Marquand, functioning as artistic director, provides a positive, cultural community space where Capoeira and Brazilian dance, music and art may inspire self-expression and creativity.
Groupo Capoeira Brasil • Dance Time Studio presents
Bachata Suave, Bachata Performing Show Group & Ritmo Caliente,
Salsa Performing Show Group. • www.bandbdance.com
Bridgette Maria & Dance Company specializes in Salsa, Latin, Argentine Tango, Ballroom, Swing & many more dances. Dance Time Studio – 602.486.2082 bridgettemaria@cox.net, www.myspace.com/bridgettemariadance www.myspace.com/dancetimeaz
For more information on Individual Lessons, Group Classes, Dance Parties & Dance Shows & Events please contact us. Thank You!!
Anaya Tribal from Plaza de Anaya World Fusion Studio www.plazadeanaya.com
Anaya Tribal is a professional bellydance company based in Tempe, AZ. "We perform improvisational Tribal Style Bellydance based on a language of movements and cues studied as a group. All of our dances are based on group improv which creates a fun, spontaneous high energy show. Our costumes vary for the occasion from traditional gypsy style to urban flair. Our high energy world fusion belly dance performance company can be seen teaching at Plaza de Anaya World Fusion Studio in Tempe and performing all over the valley".
ARGENTINE TANGO • Ravi and Satya Khalsa • www.tangoaz.com
"A common approach to dance training is to learn and repeat figures. Our approach is 100% Improvisation: Learn to lead and follow anything at any point in the dance. This is the key that will unlock your creative potential and maximize your pleasure. Your are only limited by how much and how intelligently you practice."
