WSU's Dance Workshop company celebrates its 83rd year of providing high-quality professional dance training, education and performance opportunities. The Maggie Allesee Department of Theatre and Dance is pleased to present the 2012 Dance Workshop Showcase on Friday, February 10 and Saturday, February 11 at 7:30PM, and finishing Sunday, February 12 at 3PM in the Maggie Allesee Studio Theatre.
Featuring new choreography, the Dance Workshop Showcase presents 11 performances of outstanding student and guest artist works. Junior David Sherban presents his beautifully partnered duet “Desolate,” while junior Ellisa Marsack presents her dramatically intense ensemble work “After You.” Finally, the theatrical energy of “Onward,” choreographed by University of Michigan alumna Sadie Yarrington will bring a unique flare to the program. The Winter Showcase also features the popular Silent Auction and a pre-glow event, “An Evening of Celebration of Dance” on Friday, February 18. Proceeds will benefit Dance Workshop’s artistic endeavors and support the company’s touring, guest artists and production costs.
General admission for the Showcase concert is $12; $6 for students and seniors. Pre-sale tickets can be bought starting Monday, January 30 by contacting the dance office at (313) 577-4273. Seating is limited. The Maggie Allesee Studio Theatre is located in the Old Main Building (3rd Floor) at 4841 Cass Avenue on campus.
The pre-glow event “An Evening of Celebration of Dance” will take place at 6:15PM on Friday, February 10th in Suite 3343 of Old Main. Tickets for the reception are $30 per person and $55 per couple. Admission to the Showcase concert is included. Pre-glow tickets must be reserved by Wednesday, February 8th. Please email Amber Golden to reserve your pre-glow tickets at wsudanceworkshop@gmail.com.
Founded in 1928, the Wayne State University Dance Workshop focuses on artistic development, student choreography and repertory that mirror today’s leading professional dance companies, in addition to bringing high quality dance to the campus and community.