The Evolution of Genres

As we here at Rhythmically Speaking prep some upcoming events (keep your calendar marked for January 13th; more on this ‘social dance meet-up’ in our next newsletter), we also keep our eyes out for good information that jazz and rhythm-driven dance lovers might find helpful or interesting. Recently, we came across the article below. It […]

Jazz is Alive in Dance: Take Cathy Young’s Word For It!

What does jazz mean to dance these days? That is a question about which we are constantly seeking ideas and conversation. In that process, we came across the video below. If you need more ideas to support the fact that jazz if ever-evolving in dance, take the word of Cathy Young, long-time Twin Cities dancer […]

Looking for a crazy, rhythm-driven holiday dance event this weekend?

Don’t worry, we’ve gotcha covered. Rhythmically Speaking recommends checking out ‘The Nutclogger,’ a Wild Goose Chase Cloggers holiday production featuring the Roe Family Singers. When: Sunday, December 4th at 3:30pm Where: The Walker Community Church (3104 16th Avenue S, Mpls, MN 55407) Tix: At the door fer cheap! http://www.facebook.com/events/180060998742520/. If you dig rhythmic social dance […]

Give to the Max this Wednesday!

Rhythmically Speaking Community, Year three (2011) marked new milestones, including 25 original and remounted works presented, 40+ amazing new donors, 80+ artists engaged, 900+ audience members, and a $10,000 grant from Metropolitan Regional Arts Council for the 2012 production (thank you, Legacy funding!). If you want to help make the Twin Cities community a richer, brighter place to live by […]

Thanks/ Need Halloween Plans?

Just wanted to say thanks to everyone who helped plan or attended last Saturday’s community forum, Basic Music Theory for Dancers. It was a great conversation, and one that could have gone on forever! We are looking forward to getting the next forum planned. If you have ideas or suggestions, drop us a line at […]

Basic Music Theory for Dancers; Coming Up October 15th!

‘Basic Music Theory for Dancers,’ A Rhythmically Speaking Community Forum Cost: Free of charge! Organized and Sponsored by Rhythmically Speaking When: Saturday, October 15th from 12:00-2:00 Where: Catherine Ann Forster Huber Room/ Mpls Central Library/ 300 Nicollet Mall, Mpls 55401 A lot of dancers have basic music training (we understand the difference between 4/4 and […]

Video Vignettes from RS 2011

The fantastic Aleutian Calabay of Calabay Productions has posted to YouTube for our enjoyment the video vignettes from this year’s Rhythmically Speaking production, Groovers & Makers! Enjoy, and pass on to friends and folks who would also enjoy. In rhythm, Erinn (+ Heather)

Thank You!

To the creators, performers, viewers and supporters of Rhythmically Speaking’s 2011 Production; Well, another glorious year is complete. Wound down yet? We aren’t, don’t plan to, and hope you won’t either! We plan to carry the energy generated by the show into our next projects, and hope you do the same. Before you move forward, […]

THIS WEEKEND: Groovers & Makers

It’s Finally Here . . . THIS WEEKEND . . . Rhythmically Speaking’s 3rd Annual Production! Groovers & Makers: Local Forces in Rhythm-based Dance Rhythmically Speaking’s annual production has become a summer dance favorite, showcasing some of the best jazz and rhythm-driven choreographers these lovely cities have to offer; Emily Broeker Jennifer Glaws Karla Grotting […]

Path of a Dance Maker

Path of a Dance Maker By 2011 Guest Choreographer Jolene Konkel Summer brings many things; sunny days, barbecues, dance festivals, and vacations to name a few…Recently my family and I went on what has become our annual summer trip to Montana and we always make sure that we visit Glacier National Park while we are […]