Arts and Entertainment
July 5, 2024
From: Nantucket Atheneum Dance FestivalJoin us in the community, at the theater, or in the studio for events that inspire, educate, and are just for fun!
Schedule:
Tuesday, July 9
6:00pm-7:00pm - Evening of Rhythm & Dance
A look at the collaboration between dance, live music and the different styles that will be presented in the final Festival performance, this presentation will be in collaboration with musicians from the Rossini Club playing a composition by Karim al-Zand to explore how ballet, tap, ballroom, jookin', modern & Irish step dancers respond to rhythm.
Location: Dreamland Studio Theater
7:00pm-9:00pm - Cocktail Reception
Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres overlooking the harbor, with some music and ballroom dancing to accompany the view.
Location: Dreamland Harborview Room
Wednesday, July 10
5:00pm-7:00pm - Welcome Party
Enjoy light bites and meet Festival artists in a more casual atmosphere with live music and dance by our incredible musicians and dancers.
Location: Cisco Brewers
9:00am-4:00pm - Open Classes
Our all-ages, all-levels dance classes provide a peek into the dance world and are led by our incredible Festival artists. Classes will be offered Tap, Ballet, Modern, Jookin’, Irish Step, Injury Prevention, Ballroom, and Performance Workshop.
9:00am - 9:55am - Dancer Conditioning
9:00am - 10:25am - Advanced Ballet
10:00am - 10:55am - Primary Ballet
10:30am - 12:00pm - Performance Workshop
11:00am - 12:00pm - Beginner Ballet
1:00pm - 1:45pm - Street Dance
1:00pm - 1:55pm - Irish Soft Shoe
1:45pm - 2:30pm - Ballet
2:00pm - 2:55pm - Advanced Contemporary
3:00pm - 4:00pm - Young Performance Workshop
3:00pm - 4:00pm - Injury Prevention
Thursday, July 11
9:00am-8:00pm - Open Classes
Our all-ages, all-levels dance classes provide a peek into the dance world and are led by our incredible Festival artists. Classes will be offered Tap, Ballet, Modern, Jookin’, Irish Step, Injury Prevention, Ballroom, and Performance Workshop.
9:00am - 10:00am - Performance Workshop
10:30am - 12:00pm - Advanced Ballet
1:00pm - 1:45pm - Beginner Ballet
3:00pm - 4:00pm - Street Dance
6:00pm - 6:55pm - Irish Step
7:00pm - 8:00pm - Ballroom
Friday, July 12
10:00am-11:30am - Garden Tea Party
Join us for a free magical tea party in the garden of the Nantucket Atheneum perfect for children aged 3 to 6. Come twirl and leap in a special dance lesson taught by local ballerinas, listen to a dreamy story, create your own ballet-inspired crafts, and enjoy some tasty treats!
Location: Nantucket Atheneum
Saturday, July 13
6:00pm - Benefit Performance
Our final performance is the culmination of our week of events and a chance to catch these stellar artists sharing what they do best.
Location: Mary P. Walker Auditorium
Sunday, July 14
10:00am - Farewell Brunch
Celebrate with the dancers and community in one final goodbye event with a festive brunch.
Location: Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum
Date: July 9-14, 2024
Location: Various Locations in Nantucket, MA
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