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SUMMARY:Parkinson's Dance Class with Tara LeVoci
DESCRIPTION:Title: Parkinson’s Dance Class with Tara LeVoci\nDates & Times: Tuesdays\, January 30\, February 6\, 13\, 27\, March 5\, 12\, 19\, April 2\, 9\, 16\, 30\, May 7\, 14\, 21 from 1:30-2:30PM\nNO CLASS ON MAY 28.\nNEW CLASSES ADDED! Tuesdays\, June 4\, 11\, 18\, 25\, 2024 from 1:30-2:30PM\nLocation: Bethany Arts Community\, 40 Somerstown Road\, Ossining\, NY 10562\nCost: FREE!\nInstructor: Tara LeVoci \nTo register\, email or call Judith Ross at jgr@steffinossen.org or (914) 328-1900. \nEnjoy a dynamic and fun hour of dance and artistic exploration in a group setting! Join our FREE movement class based on the internationally acclaimed Mark Morris Group Dance for PD program with our teachers who are professionally trained in the Dance for PD Method. Come solo or bring a partner\, friend or caregiver. No dance experience necessary. Stand up or sit down as you like. \nThe Parkinson’s dance class is based on the internationally acclaimed Dance for PD program\, a collaboration between the Mark Morris Dance Group and Brooklyn Parkinson’s Group. Our teachers are professional dancers trained in the Dance for PD® method. Weekly classes present movement sequences drawn from ballet\, jazz\, modern dance\, musical theater\, folk dance\, tap\, improvisation\, and social dancing to create a dynamic and enjoyable hour of dance and a social experience. Classes address PD specific concerns: balance\, coordination\, flexibility\, gait\, fluidity of movement\, and physical confidence while simultaneously tapping creativity. \nThis program is brought to you by ArtsWestchester\, the Morris & Alma Schapiro Fund\, and the Carvel Foundation. \nAbout Steffi Nossen School of Dance and Center for Movement\nFounded as a modern dance school in 1937 by dance legend Steffi Nossen\, the school\, managed by the not-for-profit Steffi Nossen Dance Foundation offers the highest quality\, developmentally appropriate dance instruction and performance opportunities for all ages and abilities. From preschoolers through seniors\, students have the opportunity to learn a range of dance forms including modern\, ballet\, jazz\, tap\, hip hop\, yoga and composition\, workshops and short courses in world dance forms. The diverse and cross-cultural menu of offerings reflects our philosophy that dance is universal and a unique form of education that develops the body\, mind\, spirit and character. Our engaging conservatory style classes challenge each student to strive for personal excellence in a supportive\, inclusive\, non-competitive environment. Our educationally sound\, sequential curriculum fosters technical growth and exploration through dance. \nAbout Tara\nTara LeVoci\, School Coordinator of the Steffi Nossen School of Dance\, has been teaching at Steffi since 2015. She trained and performed with the Eastern CT Ballet Company\, where she was the first student asked to teach for the organization at just 18 years old.  After receiving a BFA in Dance from Marymount Manhattan\, she performed professionally in musical theater and cheerleading. Continuing her passion for outreach\, she brought dance to after school elementary programs in CT\, created a ballet program for the Hasidic community in Brooklyn\, and taught at studios in Manhattan and the tristate area. A Westchester resident herself\, Tara loves serving her community by teaching dance in our outreach programs including adaptive\, storybook\, and creative movement. At the school\, you’ll find Tara teaching classes for all ages from Parent; Toddler to Adult Dance Cardio to Steffi’s Modern Core program. She also teaches our beloved Moving Wheels & Heels adaptive program\, as well as our Dance for Parkinson’s classes.
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SUMMARY:KMAA All Member Show
DESCRIPTION:KMAA All Member Show \nThis highly anticipated exhibition invited KMAA members to submit one piece of their most outstanding work\, showcasing the exceptional talent and diversity of our vibrant artist community. Painters\, sculptor\, photographer\, and multimedia artists alike will inspire\, provoke\, and captivate viewers with their finest creations. Join us at Bethany Arts Community in 2024 for an unforgettable exhibition that celebrates the brilliance of our artist community. \nFeatured Artists\nTricia Caracappa\, Carol Herd-Rodriguez\, Saadia Siddiqi\, Monique Ford\, Julie Rosenberg\, Robin Arzt\, Chantal Disler\, Giselle Landers\, Jacqueline Lorieo\, Tomoko Abe\, Eric Graig\, Christine Knowlton\, Mindy Kombert\, AnneMarie Palagano\, Carole Bonicelli\, Heedan Chung\, Vanessa Fox\, Margaret Fox\, Liz Biddle\, Carole Paley\, Hilda Demsky\, Bernard Mindich\, Paula Blumenfeld\, Inez Andrucyk\, Joseph Squillante\, Rita Maas\, Tim Grajek\, Helen Pasternack\, Amy Kupferberg\, Pratibha Garewal\, Nate Hill\, Malina Schneider\, Mary Ellis\, Alan Jacobson\, Ronni Diamondstein\, Valerie Zeman\, Katie Goldberg\, David Hutchinson\, Anna Feld\, Doris Mady\, Barbara Shapiro\, Karen Allen\, Kara Wilson\, Gali Katz\, Danielle Rogers\, Mitchell Visoky\, Michele Braun\, Patricia Ivry\, Judika Lieberman\, Jill Krutick\, Susan Ferris\, Martha Gingrich\, Courtney Alan\, Sherri Paul\, Barbara Hammel\, Allyson Montana\, Ilene Schwartz-Montesinos & Arlene Tift \nShow Period: May 30 – June 21\, 2024\nOpening Reception: Saturday\, June 1\, 2024 4-6PM\nArtist Talk: Thursday\, June 13\, 2024 6-7PM\nGallery Hours (Starting May 30)\nMonday – Friday: 10AM-4PM
URL:https://bethanyarts.org/calendar/kmaa2024/
LOCATION:Bethany Arts Community\, 40 Somerstown Rd.\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Music Listening Library with The Ossining LGBTQ+ Alliance and Hudson Valley Queer Collective
DESCRIPTION:The Ossining LGBTQ+ Alliance and Hudson Valley Queer Collective \nLGBTQ+ Music Listening Library\nOn Display June 1 – July 31\, 2024 \nExperience an interactive LGBTQ+ Listening Library at Bethany Arts Community\, in collaboration with The Ossining LGBTQ Alliance and Hudson Valley Queer Collective\, June 1st to July 31st. Dive into the legacy of queer musicians through vinyl\, CDs\, and cassettes on multiple sound mediums. Opening celebration on June 5th! Calling all queer musicians\, record stores\, labels\, and music enthusiasts: Donate vinyl\, cassettes\, or CDs featuring LGBTQ+ artists of any era to be a part of this immersive journey. Reach out at ossininglgtbq@gmail.com to donate! \nListening Hours (Starting June 1):\nMonday-Friday: 10AM-4PM\nWednesday\, June 5\, 2024: 10AM-9PM (Join us for our opening celebration at 7PM!)\nMore dates and hours TBA! \nOpening Celebration: Wednesday\, June 5\, 2024 7-9PM\nJoin us to launch 2 incredible months of LGBTQ+ Music Listening Library! \n Curator\, Christina Picciano \nAbout The Curator\nChristina Picciano is a queer musician\, activist\, and community organizer from Ossining\, New York. Her work explores the intersection of art and advocacy\, using her music and organizational efforts to inspire and empower the LGBTQ+ community in Westchester and beyond. A self-taught multi-instrumentalist\, she leads the band All My Friends\, using music to explore themes of queerness and identity.  A recipient of the Creatives Rebuild NY Artist Employment Grant she has spent the last two years with The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center in White Plains\, implementing arts programming such as Queer Voices\, a group that supports LGBTQ+ musicians of all ages\, and  LOFT Night Out\, a monthly community nightlife event celebrating queer art and culture.  In 2018\, she established the Ossining LGBTQ+ Alliance\, working with elected officials\, non profit organizations and local businesses to amplify visibility and advocate for the queer community in Ossining. In 2021\, Christina was a recipient of the New York State Senate SD 38 LGBTQ Hero award\, which recognized her various contributions to LGBTQ+ causes here in Westchester\, including her creation of the Ossining LGBTQ+ Alliance.” Currently\, she is developing the Hudson Valley Queer Collective to support queer artists and inclusive arts events across the region. \nLearn more about The Ossining LGBTQ+ Alliance here! \nLearn more about the Hudson Valley Queer Collective here!
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LOCATION:Bethany Arts Community\, 40 Somerstown Rd.\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:LGBTQ+ Pride,Music,Performance,Poetry,Program,Reading,Sculpture,Storytelling,Talk,Visual Art
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SUMMARY:ENUBuilds Arts Access Final Showcase
DESCRIPTION:ENUBuilds Arts Access Final Showcase\nDate & Time: Thursday\, June 20\, 2024 6:30PM\nFREE! Register Below! \nCome hear about…\nThe 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop\nFolklore – Art\, Music & Culture\nBrick Making Workshop & Local History\nAfrican Dance Workshop\nBroom Making Workshop\nFabric Weaving Workshop\nTeen Art Residency\nSpoken Word & Writing Workshops\nDrumming Circle\nLine Dancing & History\nMay Movie Series\nHaverstraw Ferry Project\nQuilting\n& More… \nCome enjoy the evening & celebrate culture and hear what is next!
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LOCATION:Bethany Arts Community\, 40 Somerstown Rd.\, Ossining\, NY\, 10562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Dance
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SUMMARY:Ballroom Has Something To Say: An Ode To Black Gay / Queer Men
DESCRIPTION:THE ARTS OF HOUSE BALLROOM\nBALLROOM HAS SOMETHING TO SAY: AN ODE TO BLACK GAY / QUEER MEN\nFriday\, June 21\, 2024 7-9PM\n$15 General Admission / $10 Student/Senior \nWhat is performance and how does it open up spaces for freedom? Join us for Icon Michael Roberson’s newest production that presents an intergenerational history of the Black LGBTQ+ house ballroom community\, beyond Madonna’s vogue\, Paris is Burning\, Pose\, and Legendary. Weaving together Black art forms of oratory\, vogue & performance\, poetry & song\, this production presents an ode to the Black gay / queer man\, his perseverance\, his strength\, and his resilience in the face of struggle and catastrophe. Featuring Icon Michael Roberson\, Icon Pony Zion\, Legendary Khaos Lanvin\, Ka’don Miyake Mugler\, Le’Rone Bennett 007\, Rev. Ken Alston Jr.\, Brad Walrond\, and Ricky Tucker.  \nThis program is Co-organized by ArtsWestchester\, Bethany Arts Community\, The LOFT: LGBTQ+ Center\, and the Ossining Juneteenth Council \n \nThis program is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature \nBallroom Has Something to Say is part of ArtsWestchester’s Westchester Roots program series\, presented by Montefiore Einstein  \nThe Arts of House Ballroom Series is made possible in part through the Mid Atlantic Folk and Traditional Arts – Community Projects program of Mid Atlantic Arts with support from the National Endowment for the Arts. \n \nABOUT THE ARTISTS \nMICHAEL ROBERSON\, MDIV\, STM\nMichael Roberson is a public health practitioner\, advocate\, activist\, artist\, curator and leader within the House Ballroom community. He is the founder of three major Houses—Blahnik\, Maasai\, and Garcon—and is Father to hundreds of children in the community. Roberson works as Adjunct Professor at The New School and Union Theological Seminary\, where he teaches courses on Ballroom history and Vogue’ology\, a pedagogy that places Ballroom’s performance traditions within a politics of emancipation. He is also founder of The Federation of Ballroom Houses and co-creator of the National Black Gay Men’s Advocacy Group and Black Gay Research Group\, organizations focused on tackling health disparities within Black/Latino LGBTQ+ and Ballroom communities. Roberson has curated countless programs on House Ballroom culture and history. He is an international art and politics consultant and a member of the international sound art collective entitled “Ultra-red.” He also works as an Adjunct Professor at The New School University/Lang College NYC\, and Union Theological Seminary NYC.  \nICON PONY ZION\nHarlem\, New York born and raised Devon Webster also known as Pony Zion has dedicated his life to dance and performance. Pony’s outsized gift has grown him into a much sought after international creative director and celebrity choreographer working with artists like Fergie\, Chaka Khan\, Mariah Carey\, Ashanti\, Lil Mo\, Shaggy\, and countless others. Known for his mastery and innovation in the art of vogue performance\, Pony is an Icon in the House Ballroom community and was placed in the Ballroom Hall of Fame in 2023. He is the creator of Vogue Evolution the first choreographed professional LGBTQ+ dance group built around vogue and performance\, which is known globally for is appearance on Fox’s America’s Best Dance Crew. Pony’s visionary work with marginalized communities led him to create Vogue Theory –a leadership development and HIV prevention intervention bisecting the discourses of public health\, social justice\, and self-empowerment. Pony continues the work of building the Iconic house of Zion which he founded in New York City in 2007 and has since spread to São Paulo\, Brazil\, becoming Brazil’s original and historic Ballroom house.  \nLEGENDARY KHAOS LANVIN\nDetroit native and graduate of Specs Howard School of Media Arts\, Ka’Juan D. Hill joined Detroit’s Ballroom scene in 2009 at age 16. As a youth he attended the Affirmations Detroit LGBTQ+ Community Center where he was introduced to vogue performance and recruited by the House of Escada. Khaos joined the house of Mizrahi in 2010 where he started competing in balls around the country and making himself a nationally known name. He moved to NYC in 2021\, and is now a member of the House of Xclusive Lanvin. Hill is also a nationally recognized activist\, social entrepreneur and media broadcasting personality/ influencer. He is currently the host of his personally branded podcast and internet show\, “KhaosTalks.” KhaosTalks has leveraged his work in media broadcasting to advance his public health profession. His passion is in giving a platform to those who feel voiceless and overlooked and creating space for their stories.  \nRICKY TUCKER is a writer\, educator\, and culture critic based in NYC. His work explores the imprints of art and memory on narrative\, and the absurdity of most fleeting moments. He currently teaches a range of nonfiction writing courses at The New School and Pratt Institute\, and has written for the Paris Review\, the Tenth Magazine\, LitHub\, and Public Seminar\, among others. He has been featured in Vogue\, EuroNews\, the Independent\, LA Review of Books\, BITCH Magazine\, and more; a recurring guest on Queer History 101 w/ Eric Cervini\, and had segments on WNYC’s All of it w/ Alison Stewart\, and NPR’s 1A\, et al. Tucker is an avid live reader\, regularly performing for reading series including the Moth Grand SLAM\, Brooklyn Book Festival\, and Sister Spit. His L.A. Times best-selling debut And the Category Is…Inside New York’s Vogue\, House and Ballroom Community (Beacon Press\, 2022) was a finalist for the 2023 LAMBDA Literary Award for LGBTQ+ Nonfiction. \nREV KEN ALSTON\, JR is a teacher\, performer\, and minister of the Gospel. Each of these roles intersect to showcase his God-given talents and gifts. Ken is a native of the Bronx\, NY and was educated in the New York City Public School System. A public servant from an early age\, Ken understands the importance and responsibility of giving back to his community through teaching. He currently serves as the Lead Music Teacher at Community Roots Middle School in Fort Greene. He dedicated his time as an after-school teacher at Brooklyn Friends; worked with PopFitKids as a counselor and music instructor; taught music for Vacation Bible School at St. Mark Holy Church\, and has led various workshops on worship and arts ministry. Equally important to Ken’s life has been his ability to entertain audiences as an accomplished and world-recognized vocal performer. At Morgan State University\, he earned his B.A. in Music\, specializing in classical\, secular and sacred works. Among his list of numerous performing accolades\, Ken sang for The 1619 Project at Riverside Church with Dr. William Barber\, II; served as the Music Director and played Jimmy Early in Dreamgirls; performed at the National Lying in honor of Rosa Parks in the National Rotunda in Washington\, D.C.; and was featured on an episode of the popular HBO series “The Wire.” Additionally\, he has performed with the Czech Philharmonic\, the Charleston Symphony\, Darin Atwater’s Soulful Symphony\, the Lyric Opera of Chicago\, and the Opera Company of Philadelphia. 
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