About the Company: New York Neo-Futurists
We are a collective of wildly productive writer/director/performers who create:
-Theater that is fusion of sport, poetry, and living-newspaper.
-Non-illusory, interactive performance that conveys our experiences and ideas as directly and honestly as possible.
-Immediate, unreproducable events at headslappingly affordable prices.
-We embrace those unreached or unmoved by conventional theater-inspiring them to thought, feeling, and action.
Perspectives Ensemble and Judson Arts present Dark Eyes/New Eyes featuring the performances of MAYA, a trio composed of John Hadfield, percussion/composer; Bridget Kibbey, harp; and Sato Moughalian, flute. Guest artists include Shane Shanahan (percussion), oud virtuoso and composer Ara Dinkjian, composer and vocalist Eve Beglarian, recorder and chalumeau luminary Nina Stern, and Zulal, the a cappella Armenian folk trio with singers Teni Apelian, Anaïs Alexandra Tekerian, and Yeraz Markarian.
Dark Eyes/New Eyes pays homage to the journeys of our families, ancestors and departed ones, exploring the time-honored art forms through which culture is transmitted over time, as well as new incarnations of those traditions as they are regenerated today.
In RescYou, Eckert+SorensenJolink transforms the historic sanctuary of Judson Memorial Church into a vast ocean in which time, memories, and daily life cease to exist as they once did.
Arts.Dance

Modern"
Dance.Modern
Tickets for each event are $10 in advance/$15 at the door. Registration in advance strongly suggested.
Friday May 18. 6:00 p.m.
Guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Greek and Roman Wings
Isadora's World: The art that inspired Duncan's choreography and the development of her technique Conceived by Associate Artistic Director Cherlyn Smith, this special tour guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Greek and Roman Wings will be conducted Friday, May 18th at 6pm, Recommended for all ages. Advance registration required by May 16th.
Thursday, May 24
Master Class 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
From the Sensuous to the Sublime: The Brahms Waltzes, Op.39, with Janaea Rose Lyn.
This workshop will identify the Gypsy, Spanish and Middle Eastern styles which influenced the suite of dances often referred to as The Many Faces of Love. Participants will also learn the choreography of one of Isadora's signature works, #15, and dance it with rose petals.
Lecture 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Duncan Dance: A Foundational Technique
Moderated by Dr. Alice Bloch, Gemze de Lappe, Cherlyn Smith and Janaea Rose Lyn.
Many people think Isadora Duncan had no technique and simply improvised. However, her dances are based on a profound understanding of how the body moves. Renowned Duncan dancer, Gemze DeLappe explains how studying Duncan technique develops dancers' kinesthetic sensitivity, expressiveness, musicality, performance qualities, and ballon skills they can transfer to any style of dance.
Friday, May 25
Master Class 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Duncan Technique: Structure creates an environment in which freedom can flourish
with Cherlyn Smith, Associate Artistic Director, Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation
A myth still exists that there was only pure improvisation behind Isadora's work. But in fact, she created, and her descendants built upon, a beautifully conceived and fully realized pedagogy. We will explore the layers upon which the technique was built; first understanding and creating the lines, then moving and jumping them, and finally adapting them rhythmically to find and experience the musicality which is the brilliant cornerstone of Isadora's legacy.
Lecture 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The Dance of the Future: Its Roots and Radicalism with Dr. Alice Bloch
Dr. Alice Bloch discusses the 19th century revolutions in science, women's health, and philosophy that let Isadora Duncan dare to dream of future dancers as: "the highest intelligence in the freest body."
Saturday, May 26
Children's Class (ages 3-5) 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. with Morgana Rose
Children's Class (ages 5-9) 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. with Cherlyn Smith
One of the most exciting classes a young dancer can takerhythmic, joyous, and playful. Imagine the beauty of children at play, running, skipping, sliding and jumping. Now picture those same children, their innate movement inclinations sculpted and unified by a Master Dance Teacher and set to classical music.
Mother & Daughter Class (ages 9 and up) 12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Mothers, daughters, grandmothers, aunts and cousins too, join Dr. Alice Bloch in the life affirming movements of Isadora Duncan. Sway, walk, skip, and maybe even waltz together in the warm and welcoming movements of her dance. Learn the beautiful Chopin Prelude and signature patterns like the Greek-inspired Tanagras on which Isadora based her choreography.
Master class: Isadora for the Woman's Soul (all ages) 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. with Cherlyn Smith
Mothers, daughters, grandmothers, aunts and cousins too, join Dr. Alice Bloch in the life affirming movements of Isadora Duncan. Sway, walk, skip, and maybe even waltz together in the warm and welcoming movements of her dance. Learn the beautiful Chopin Prelude and signature patterns like the Greek-inspired Tanagras on which Isadora based her choreography.
$10 in advance/$15 at the door. Registration in advance strongly suggested. All classes and lectures meet at the Judson Church. Arrive early if you are registering on the day of the event.
The Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation
141 W. 26th Street, New York, NY
212-691-5040
www.isadoraduncan.org
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Tuesday, May 22
6:00 p.m. Cocktail reception
6:30 p.m. Pre-show lecture by distinguished dance historians with screening of rare video
7:15 p.m. Performance
8:30 p.m. After-party birthday cake and bubbly
$70 in advance (2 for $100)/$75 at the door
COMPANY PERFORMANCES
May 24, 25, and 26
6:00 p.m. Pre-show lecture by distinguished dance historians with screening of rare video
7:00 p.m. Performance
8:30 p.m. After-party cupcakes and bubbly
$30 in advance/$35 at the door
$20 for students and seniors in advance/$25 at the door
THE BELILOVEABLES
Matinee Performances
May 25, 11:00 a.m.
May 26, 3:00 p.m.
$20 in advance/$25 at the door
$10 for children 12 and under in advance/$15 at the door
Six performances of The Art of Isadora will offer a retrospective on the life and art of Isadora Duncan, including signature solos and group works performed by the Company with live piano accompaniment by Matthew Martin Ward. The celebration begins with a gala opening on May 22 and continues with matinee and evening performances May 24, 25, and 26. Every evening performance will be preceded by pre-show lectures by distinguished dance historians and screenings of rare archival footage, and will be followed by a champagne toast to Isadora.
Distinguished dance historians and celebrities including Anna Kisselgoff, Gemze de Lappe, Jeremiah Newton, Alice Bloch, Michael Vernon, Sabin Howard, Lynn Garafola, Samuel Dorf, Kimerer LaMothe, Cherlyn Smith, Traci L. Slatton, Dana Ivey, Ling Tang, Janaea Rose Lyn, and Chet Walker will offer pre-show lectures in the main hall followed by rare archival footage of Isadora Duncan and dancers from her American, German, French, and Russian schools. The Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation has petitioned Mayor Bloomberg to proclaim May 20-26, 2012 Isadora Duncan Week. The 135th Birthday Bash coincides with the United States Postal Service's issuance of a commemorative stamp honoring Isadora Duncan.
Company Dancers: Lori Belilove, Beth Disharoon, Faith Kimberling, Danielle Kwozko, Suzanne Gerdes, Mary Staub, Kim D'Agnese, Emily D'Angelo, Allison Kimmel, and Morgana Rose, joined by the junior performing troupe, The Beliloveables.
Artistic Director: Lori Belilove
Associate Artistic Director: Cherlyn Smith
Pianist: Matthew Martin Ward
Lighting: Simon Cleveland
Morning and afternoon master classes, lectures, and panel discussions will be offered by Company dancers, distinguished guest teachers, and published Duncan scholars, including Associate Artistic Director Cherlyn Smith, Janaea Lyn McAlee, Alice Bloch, Gemze de Lappe, Morgana Rose, and Faith Kimberling, with live piano accompaniment for the master classes by Vladimir Shinov and Erika Podoprigora. To request detailed information please write to info@isadoraduncan.org or call 212-691-5040.
Arts.Dance

Classical"
On Thursday evening, April 12, 2012, Barbara Dana will offer her profoundly moving one-woman performance of The Belle of Amherst William Luce's play on the life and works of Emily Dickinson within the intimacy of Judson Memorial Church's Meeting Room.
The evening will include a pre-show and post-show reception, a book signing by Barbara Dana and an exciting and fun silent auction.
Arts.Theatre
Corey and Aimes are new recruits mending the wall that guards their city from an unnamed threat. But as their teacher Drew tells them subversive tales of the world outside they begin to wonder at the real purpose of the wall, until an unexpected act of passion tears the menders apart. Inspired by Robert Frost’s poem “Mending Wall”, Menders is a hauntingly lyrical look at what we’re walling out.
WOODSTOCK FRINGE in association with JUDSON ARTS is pleased to announce the world premiere production of OH VIRGIL! A THEATRICAL PROTRAIT by Woodstock Fringe Producing Artistic Director, Wallace Norman, in collaboration with Larry Alan Smith, under the musical direction of Michael Conley and directed by Nicola Sheara. OH VIRGIL! A THEATRICAL PORTRAIT plays a two-week limited engagement at the Judson Memorial Church (55 Washington Square South). Performances begin Friday, May 1st and continue through Sunday, May 10th. Opening Night is Friday, May 1st at 8 p.m.
Wallace Norman, stage director
Michael Conley, music director
Distinguished award-winning composer Kenneth Fuchs set Wilson's two-character play to music in 1985. This is the first NYC revival of this work since performances at Circle Rep nearly twenty years ago. Lanford Wilson, one of America's great playwrights and winner of the Pulitzer Prize (Tally's Folly) calls this chamber musical play "Magic – the weaving of music, evoking stars, dreams, lost love, great hopes. A glorious piece." This is the story of two women friends who, separated by years and events, meet up by chance and rediscover themselves and their dreams. In a Central Park West apartment overlooking the Planetarium, they reveal secrets, revisit wounds, share old laughs and find new ones while rekindling an important bond. More information at www.woodstockfringe.org.