The Unseen Hours...a salon series
Friday, December 6, 2024
4:00-5:00pm
Stomping Ground L.A.
Presented by L.A. Contemporary Dance Company
Who am I watching today and what will I see?
Today's First Look is an open rehearsal featuring the process of Spanish choreographer Idoia Rodríguez. Known for blending urban dance, contemporary movement, and floor work, Idoia is one of Spain’s leading freestyle dancers. The LACDC Artists featured are Colleen Loverde, Lily Massie, Kelle Meschede, Melody Morrow, and Dawson Walker. Rehearsal Direction by Ayesha Orange.
Idoia started her process on December 2nd and so far has worked with the Artists in 3 rehearsals for 5 hours per day. They will continue working through the end of next week and conclude the residency with a dance film directed by LACDC's artistic director Jamila Glass.
Will there be a Q&A at these rehearsals?
No, there will not be a Q&A with the Collaborators and Artists at First Look. This is a time for you to peek into the process and quietly observe as they work.
Can I film/take photos during the invited rehearsals?
Photos without flash will be allowed, but video recording will not be permitted in the rehearsal studio.
What is happening during this residency?
The Choreographic Residency organized by the Cultural Office of the Embassy of Spain and L.A. Contemporary Dance Company (LACDC) offers a unique experience for Spanish choreographers to work with U.S. dance companies.
SPAIN Dances, the dance program of the Cultural Office of the Embassy of Spain, is conceived to provide professional opportunities for Spanish dances and choreographers in the United States. The Choreographic Residency aims at fostering artistic dialogue between Spanish and American dancers and choreographers, and serves as an incubator for new or in-process work. Each choreographer is selected by LACDC's artistic director Jamila Glass.
This residency marks the 4th collaboration with LACDC as part of SPAIN Dances. To learn more about our collaborations in 2021-2023, CLICK HERE.
How can I support LACDC?
Join LACDC in our Season of Giving! This holiday season, we’re coming together to support the next wave of boundary-pushing performances, impactful community programs, and unique educational experiences. Our goal? To raise $10,000 by December 31.
Your gifts go directly toward expanding our scholarship program, community workshops, and low-cost or free public performances. Together, let’s amplify LACDC’s vision for a vibrant, accessible arts ecosystem that supports all Angelenos.
LACDC Team & Board
- Team
- Artistic Director: Jamila Glass
- Executive Director: Napoleon Gladney
- Company Manager: Quinn O'Connor
- Media Manager: Danielle King
- Rehearsal Director: Ayesha Orange
- Community Relations Manager: Jessie Lee Thorne
- LACDC Board
- LACDC Co-Founder & President of the Board: Kate Hutter Mason
- LACDC Co-Founder: Michelle Jolly
- Board Member: Shavonne Correia
- Board Member: Casey Cowan Gale
- Board Member: Ross Hollenkamp
- Board Member: Elisa Smith
- Board Member: Ramón Valdez
- Board Member: Clifton Smith
Special Thanks to the team at Stomping Ground L.A.
Still Have Questions?
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