WHAT: "Turns, Progressions, and Performance Preparation: Oh My! " - Open Level (7 Wk Course, Drop-In’s Permitted)
WHEN: Thursdays 6:30-7:45pm, April 2 - May 14
If you've ever wanted to truly enjoy different kinds of turns - this is your chance. Pulling from multiple dance styles (Western and Eastern) and disciplines, Irina will carefully walk you through the mechanics of lots of spins, ensuring your progress. Through strengthening drills and fun progressions, we will dive deep and unlock your ability to fly. This is a longer open level class (1 hr 15 mins!), with lots of repetition but also new mini combos each week. Easier modifications will be provided for newer dancers, as well as more complex options for the more experienced movers. In addition to the class material, Irina will utilize different techniques to help you prepare for the stage! We will work on your spacial awareness, stage presence and many other details that will help you feel more comfortable when stepping into the limelight!
Drop-In's permitted
INVESTMENT:
7 Wk Course: $175, $160 Unlimited Pass Holders
Drop-In: $30
WHAT: "Toxic" Performance Project - Intermediate Level (7 Wk Course)
2 Performance dates: Sun May 17, 7pm and Sat July 18, 6pm + 8pm (Only 1 absence permitted, before performance invitation is retracted. Message Irina directly if more than 1 absence is planned so we can schedule a makeup session)
Join in to learn one of Irina's favorite choreographies! Elegant, sensual, gooey and full of fun details and breath, "Toxic" is a fusion belly dance choreography that embodies the most fundamental elements of Irina's style. Long, stretchy arm pathways, light footwork and sharp isolations define this lyrical and flirty dance. Dig deep and you'll have two opportunities to perform this piece!
Costume will be a separate cost - Irina will do her best to keep the pricing around of below $100.
You can also take the class and not perform - please let Irina know ASAP if that is your preference.
WHEN: Thursdays 7:45-9pm, April 2-May 14
WHERE: Bellyqueen @Playwrights, 440 Lafayette St, 4th Fl, Studio 4D, New York, NY 10003
Press “Playwrights” on the intercom to open the front door and activate the elevator
INVESTMENT:
$195, $175 Unlimited Pass Holders
-Includes video, photos and tech rehearsal at the Secret Room May 17, 4:30pm (Time subject to change)
WHO: Irina Akulenko is a New York City-based performer, teacher and choreographer with a burning passion for arts of all genres. Although she discovered Middle Eastern dance purely by chance, her interest in expression started at an early age and was channeled into ballet training, in addition to piano and voice lessons as well as drawing. Since 2001, Irina explored Egyptian Cabaret and American Tribal style belly dance, Flamenco and Classical Indian dances (focusing mainly on Odissi) and now enjoys fusing these styles as well as everything in between. Today, Irina performs on various New York stages and tours nationally and internationally as a soloist and as member of various stellar projects. She released three instructional DVDs with World Dance New York and has two instructional series of videos with the popular website “Howcast.com”. Furthermore, she holds a Bachelors degree in Political Science, and has a strong interest in women's issues and visual arts. www.DanceIrina.com