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Core Dance Celebrates 45th Season with ‘Constructing Dance’ Festival

Dancers showcasing their talent at the Core Dance 45th Season Festival in Atlanta.

News Summary

Atlanta is set to host the ‘Constructing Dance’ Festival, honoring Core Dance’s 45th season from January 22 to February 9, 2025. This vibrant festival will feature 40 local dance artists showcasing their creativity in a collaboration with DanceATL and Actor’s Express Theatre. With themed evenings and a variety of performances, dance enthusiasts will have a lot to look forward to. Additional events and classes will further enrich the experience, making this a must-attend occasion for the dance community and fans alike.

Atlanta Prepares for a Dance Extravaganza: Core Dance’s 45th Season Festival

Atlanta is buzzing with excitement as Core Dance gears up to celebrate its 45th Season with the much-anticipated “Constructing Dance” Festival. Spanning from January 22 to February 9, 2025, this festival promises a playful celebration of the Art of Making Dances right in the heart of the city!

Collaboration and Creativity

This incredible festival is made possible through a collaboration with DanceATL and Actor’s Express Theatre. The aim here? To showcase the dazzling talent of the local dance community with curated, themed evenings that emerged from an open call to dancers in the metro-Atlanta area. Talk about creativity on display!

A Showcase of Talent

With a total of 40 Atlanta-based Dance Artists slated to showcase their work throughout the festival, there’s surely something for everyone. All the festivities will take place at the charming Actor’s Express Theatre, located conveniently on the West Side of Atlanta.

Get Ready for the Lineup!

Festival-goers can expect a jam-packed lineup filled with creative performances. Some of the highlights include:

January 23: Small Dances: Program 1
January 24: On The Corridor: Program 1
January 25: Dancing the Score: Program 1
January 26: “Under Construction” works in process sharing: Program 1
January 29: A.M. Collab Mid-Process Showing
January 30: Small Dances: Program 2
January 31: On The Corridor: Program 2
February 1: Dancing the Score: Program 2
February 2: “Under Construction” works in process sharing: Program 2
February 5: “Wrecking the Dance”
February 6: Small Dances: Program 3
February 7: On The Corridor: Program 3
February 8: Dancing the Score: Program 3

Special events are also on the horizon, including a Contact Improv Jam scheduled for February 2, along with a DanceATL Mixer at Core Dance. Following these thrilling events, don’t miss the opportunity for Free Class Week from February 3-9, where DanceATL will host morning sessions at Core Dance and additional classes across the city!

More Exciting Events in Atlanta

But wait, there’s more! March brings a delightful performance titled “A Taste of Ireland” for St. Patrick’s Day, happening just for a single night in Georgia. Plus, keep your eyes peeled for the announcement of winners for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards, celebrating regional productions and recognizing hard work from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2024.

The theatrical scene in Atlanta will be electrified this month with the world premiere of Jonathan Cook’s play “LOBSTER MAN”, rounding out a month filled with creativity. Not to be missed, True Colors will present “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding” next month, diving into the dreams and secrets shared through hair braiding.

Junior Theater Festival Comes to Atlanta!

If that wasn’t enough, Atlanta will also host the Junior Theater Festival from January 17-19, 2025. This vibrant festival celebrates youth theater with numerous events, performances, and workshops led by experienced educators and performers. A special highlight is Disney’s 20-year partnership with the Broadway Junior program, including special performances and scholarship opportunities for dedicated educators.

During this jam-packed festival, youth groups will get a chance to showcase their talent through a 15-minute selection from musicals in the Broadway Junior collection for adjudication. In addition, attendees can look forward to mainstage performances and interactive workshops led by industry professionals. The excitement is palpable!

In Summary

The upcoming months are set to be a spectacular time in Atlanta, brought to life by dance and theater enthusiasts eager to showcase their creative spirit. With Core Dance leading the charge into an exciting 45th season, be sure to mark your calendars for the Constructing Dance Festival and so much more. Dive into the dance world and see what this magical city has to offer!