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February  

Mark Morris Dance Group
Tuesday, February 2
Concert Hall   7:30 pm
$40, $30, $15, Five College/GCC/STCC and Youth 17 and under: $15

Morris has changed the way audiences see modern dance, with a unique artistry that reflects a profound and sophisticated love of music. It is not just dance at the highest level, but simultaneously, concert-going at the highest level—a perfect blend of sound and movement, all happening in the moment. Sublime.
                                              
 Pre-Performance Talk
Tuesday, February 2  Rear Seating Area of the Concert Hall  6:30 pm to 7:00 pm

March  

Ballet Folklórico de México
Tuesday, March 2
Concert Hall   7:30 pm
$35, $25, $15, Five College/GCC/STCC students and Youth 17 and under: $15

Ballet Folklórico de México sets itself apart by combining their artists' talents with the traditional music, elaborate dance and ornate costumes of Mexican culture. The result is a stunning performance that disseminates the rich tradition and folklore of Mexico throughout the world.
This is an Angel Ticket event
                                              
 Pre-Performance Mexican Celebration
Tuesday, March 2  Fine Arts Center Lobby  6:30 pm to 7:00 pm

Black Grace Dance Company
Choreographer, Neil Ieremia
Tuesday, March 9
Concert Hall   7:30 pm
$40, $30, $15, Five College/GCC/STCC students and Youth 17 and under: $15

Predominantly Pacific Islanders and Maori, this company is renowned for its unique ability to combine their traditional and contemporary dance forms.
This is an Angel Ticket event
                                              
 Pre-Performance Talk with Neil Ieremia
Tuesday, March 9  Rear Seating Area of Concert Hall.  6:30 pm to 7:00 pm

April  

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet
Friday, April 30
Concert Hall   8:00 pm
$35, $30, $15, Five College/GCC/STCC students and Youth 17 and under: $15

Described by the New York Times as "a breath of fresh air," Aspen Santa Fe Ballet stands out as a model of what a small ballet company should be with its "musicality athleticism, and technique-conscious delivery." Its versatile and gifted troupe of ten young dancers perform an eclectic repertoire of pieces by some of the world's foremost choreographers. This sophisticated company performs lively programs enjoyable for all audiences.
                                              
 Pre-Performance Talk by Executive Director Jean-Philippo Malaty
Friday, April 30  Rear Seating Area of Concert Hall  7:00 pm to 7:30 pm

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