The annual Daniel Lewis Dance Sampler is a dance lover’s dream.
Each year, 10 troupes are featured, making it a great way to watch a variety of dance forms. This year, it’s being presented online at 7 p.m. Oct. 23.
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This year will be no different except… the performances will be virtual. And where they are usually live performances, this year’s event will feature dance on film segments and recorded concert footage.
The sampler – named after Daniel Lewis, founder of the New World School of the Arts Dance Department – will be available on YouTube via a private link. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by clicking here.
Moderated by Cameron Basden of Miami Dance Hub, the pieces’ themes vary and include:
- A flamenco interpretation of an Ibsen play.
- A dance video shot among the Florida mangroves.
- Several quarantine-inspired works.
The featured dance groups are:
- Ballet Flamenco La Rosa
- Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida
- Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami
- Dance Now! Miami
- Momentum Dance Company
- Karen Peterson and Dancers
- Kyra Jean Green
- New World Dance Ensemble
- Sandra Portal Andreu
- Pioneer Winter Collective
Other Cultural Events
Watch a showcase of Spanish films during the weeklong Spanish Cinema series presented online. A variety of award-winning films ranging from comedies to dramas and suspense will be screened. Click here for details.
Also, some of Miami’s arts groups including New World Symphony, Florida Grand Opera and NuDeco Ensemble continue streaming past performances. Click here for details on how to watch.
