DANCE WORKSHOPS

spring 2025 work shops

Double Dutch & Rhythm: Learn the basics of rope skipping and how it relates to rhythm. You will be celebrated and encouraged as you give both jumping and turning a try. This is a no-pressure experience for everyone—beginners to experts! Facilitated by Shirley Thoms, Joyce Thoms &  Friends of Living Arts Collective. Cabaret Tent, Friday 10:15am

Flamenco to Rumba: Come explore the connection between Flamenco and Cuban Rumba! This fun and interactive workshop blends history with movement as we dance through the rhythms of these vibrant styles. Open to all ages and skill levels—just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Taught by Zuheil Alvarez Cortes & Vladimir Espinosa de Cuba. Dance Tent, Friday 11am

Del Flamenco a la Rumba: Un Taller de Baile para Todos: ¡Únete a un taller divertido e interactivo donde exploraremos la conección entre el Flamenco y la Rumba Cubana! Abierto a todas las edades y niveles, esta sesión combina historia y movimiento mientras bailamos al ritmo de estos vibrantes estilos. No se necesita experiencia, solo ganas de moverse y disfrutar. Impartido por Zuheil Álvarez Cortés y Vladimir Espinosa de Cuba. Dance Tent, Viernes 11am

Swing Dance: Learn the basics of East Coast Swing. Practice footwork, connection and basic turn patterns. No partner necessary. Taught by Adam Phillips. Dance Tent, Friday 2:30pm

Bailemos with Oscar: Let’s dance and enjoy Latin rhythms such as salsa, cumbia, bachata, merengue and more... “When we dance, joy takes over our being and we begin to be in harmony with ourselves and the universe.” Taught by Oscar G. Cervantes. Dance Tent, Friday 7pm

Living Arts KIDS Dance & Play: Build your intuitive expression through creative exploration. Engage in playful movement, music making, crafts and visual arts. An intentional and intergenerational space for movers of all ages and abilities. Facilitated by Aubrey Roze in collaboration with Brü Roze, Cindy Jones, Liyan McCall and Friends of the Living Arts Collective. Dance Tent, Saturday 11:11am

Living Arts Dancewave & Grand Shores: An inclusive dance experience for all ages and abilities that encourages free-form movement and creative expression. Immerse yourself in a lightly guided and captivating dance experience to live music woven in a wave format which begins slow, builds to peak and returns to tranquility. Be inspired by Grand Shores’ instrumental melodies, pulsating with rhythm and musical finesse featuring Will Ridenour, Gabriel Pelli & Austin McCall. Guided by Aubrey Roze, Brü Roze & Friends of the Living Arts Collective. Dance Tent, Saturday 12pm

Contra Dance: This lively traditional folk dance features flowing moves and easy-to-learn patterns. Dance in long lines guided by expert caller, Emily Rush. Music by Omar Ruiz-Lopez and Friends, playing a mixture of Latin American, Appalachian and Celtic styles. Dance Tent, Saturday: Workshop 3:15pm; Performance 4pm

Salsa with Vladimir Espenosa & Team: Get ready to move, feel the rhythm, and dive into the heart of Salsa dance with Cuban-born dancer and musician Vladimir Espinosa & Team! This workshop is open to all levels and will explore Salsa’s foundation through its music, movement and steps. No experience needed and no partner necessary—just come ready to dance and have fun! Dance Tent, Saturday 7:30pm

Living Arts Contact Improvisation: Practice Contact Improvisation (CI) in a supportive environment! There will be a brief guided warm-up into open jamming. We will distill the essentials of the form in a playful, easeful way, appropriate for movers of all abilities! Contact Improvisation is a dance form based on touch and weight sharing. Live music by Aubrü Roze. Facilitated by Toni Craige of the Living Arts Collective. Dance Tent, Sunday 10am

Clogging with Cane Creek Cloggers: Join the Cane Creek Cloggers, a beloved Appalachian dance troupe, for an energetic performance blending tradition and innovation. Then learn the basics of clogging, try the old-time steps, and discover how this dance has evolved over the years. Beginners and skilled dancers alike are invited to share in the festive spirit of Appalachian clogging. Dance Tent, Sunday: Performance 11:15am; Workshop 12:15pm

Zydeco Dance Workshop: Learn the basic steps of Zydeco. Jack Wolf will teach you how to burn up the dance floor in legitimate Louisiana style, so you’ll be ready to cut a rug afterward to Buffalo Zydeco! No partner necessary. Dance Tent, Sunday 3pm