Hélène Simoneau Danse Captivates with Mathematical Beauty in Cleveland Debut [REVIEW]

Hélène Simoneau DanseMimi Ohio Theatre at Playhouse SquareCleveland, OhioNovember 9, 2024By Steve Sucato Power dynamics served as a throughline in two meticulously crafted dance works presented by Hélène Simoneau Danse Saturday night at Playhouse Square’s Mimi Ohio Theatre.  Co-presented by DanceCleveland and Tri-C Performing Arts, the Cleveland debut of the Montréal, Canada, project-based dance company opened with French-Canadian choreographer/director Hélène Simoneau’s new work-in-progress “Late Bloomer.” … Continue reading Hélène Simoneau Danse Captivates with Mathematical Beauty in Cleveland Debut [REVIEW]

Cleveland Dance Fest 2024 to Showcase the Work of 46 Choreographers [PREVIEW]

By Angelina DiFranco  The Movement Project’s Cleveland Dance Fest (CDF) is returning for its 9th season at Cleveland’s Ariel LaSalle Theater starting Friday, November 22nd through Sunday, November 24th. The annual three-day festival will feature the work of local and visiting artists in a multitude of events, including a Professional Concerts Series, a Youth Showcase, a free Virtual Dance Film Gallery, and masterclasses for professional … Continue reading Cleveland Dance Fest 2024 to Showcase the Work of 46 Choreographers [PREVIEW]

Taiwan’s Cloud Gate to Open Delayed Pittsburgh Dance Council Season [PREVIEW]

By Steve Sucato The Pittsburgh Dance Council’s 54th anniversary season will finally get underway on Saturday, November 16, at the Byham Theater with the Pittsburgh debut of Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan. The season was to open last month with the return of South African dance troupe Dado Masilo and their work Hamlet. Unfortunately, due to travel complications, the company had to cancel its fall … Continue reading Taiwan’s Cloud Gate to Open Delayed Pittsburgh Dance Council Season [PREVIEW]