The dance events of this season include touring artists from around the world and IUP Dance Theater.
With a variety of performances that spans cultures and eras, there is sure to be something for almost every taste from modern to classical to unique collaborations.
View the Events Calendar for Lively Arts.
Artrageous and Art Auction
Sunday, October 21, 3:00 p.m., Fisher Auditorium, IUP Performing Arts Center
Artrageous, where the fine arts meet the performing arts, all on one stage! Experience art come alive with an interactive celebration of music, dance, song, and the creation of a masterpiece. Artrageous is fun for the whole family.
Henri Rousseau: Tales of the Tropics
November 2 and 3, 7:00 p.m.; November 4, 2:00 p.m.; Zink Hall Dance Theater
Inspired by the colorful artwork of Henri Rousseau, the IUP Dance Theater translates “stage-sized” paintings into movement stories. Featuring live accompaniment of original compositions by David Martynuik.
Cindi: An Evening with Dance and Percussion
March 30, 7:00 p.m., Fisher Auditorium, IUP Performing Arts Center
Co-Directed by Holly Boda-Sutton and Michael Kingan
Music Arrangements by Chris Leidhecker
The classic Cinderella story, but with a twist. The IUP Dance Theater and the IUP Percussion Ensemble present a modern-day telling of Cinderella set in the world of high fashion and featuring the sounds of classic rock.
Compania Flamenca Eduardo Guerrero Presents Flamenco Pasion
Tuesday, October 16, 8:00 p.m., Fisher Auditorium, IUP Performing Arts Center
Compania Flamenca Eduardo Guerrero presents a program especially produced for a North American audience, Flamenco Pasion, direct from Spain. Critically acclaimed flamenco dancer and choreographer Eduardo Guerrero uses his eclectic style to combine classical and contemporary Spanish dance with ballet to express the many styles of this expressive art form.
