IN THE PRESS:

NET NEBRASKA: LIFE AS A DANCE (episode broadcast premiered on NET1,
Sunday, April 10, 2011)

"A New York dance company comes to Lincoln as part of an Interdisciplinary Arts Symposium connected with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts.  "Life as a Dance," produced by Michele Wolford."
 

http://netnebraska.org/media/media.php?vidgroup=00012801

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GIMP / The Residency

An interdisciplinary residency program that celebrates fighting spirit and vigor through theater, dance, film and social discourse.

GIMP: gimp (gimp)
1. a ribbonlike, braided fabric
2. fighting spirit; vigor
3. a lame person
4. slang; a halting, lame walk
5. to turn, vacillate, tremble ecstatically

GIMP turns on its head accepted notions of dance, performance and body image. This is an exploration which dives into the heart of difference, voyeurism and the unexpected. Latsky and company have created a piece of work that is a natural and completely unique vehicle for dialogue, increased understanding and civic engagement.

GIMP / The Residency's mission is to create an environment for dialogue and exposure to the disability arts through film and integrated dance. Through participation in rehearsals, performances, outreach activities and forums, host communities will have a hands-on experience with the artists and their process. This residency is ideal for universities where various departments can be involved.

OUTREACH COMPONENTS

Dance performance: Heidi Latsky Dance will perform GIMP – a multimedia event that includes a silk aerial act, a cast of unconventional body types and, where appropriate, community members incorporated into the performance. Post performance talkback is strongly encouraged.

Film series: GIMP performer and disability advocate Lawrence Carter-Long will present a variety of films throughout the week from his disTHIS! Film Series, A genre-shattering showcase of cutting edge disability film, (no handkerchief necessary, no heroism required!). Also, post screening discussions.

Dance classes: The company offers a range of classes including repertory, modern technique, ballet technique, Movement for Actors, Pilates, the Latsky Method© – through breath and postures, a way to organize the body for ease of movement and depth of expression. The company is available to restage a piece of repertory or Latsky can create a new dance work.

Forums/Panel Discussions: All performers are available for a variety of formats to share and discuss their work together, their process, and their experiences within the world of dance and disability.

Movement workshops: Heidi Latsky Dance offers community workshops that explore storytelling through movement.

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