Drawing on elements from the flowing lines of Chinese calligraphy to the thundering motion of the martial arts, Nai-Ni Chen is one of the very few established Asian-American choreographers who meld the dynamic freedom of American modern dance with the stoic discipline of the Chinese classical arts. This not-to-be-missed showcase includes new dances inspired by some of the most powerful ideas in Chinese philosophy combined with the freedom and energy of the western theatrical tradition. These works will bring a new level of appreciation for the globally connected,
cross-cultural contemporary arts to your audience and community.
Monday, October 29, 2007
Thursday, October 11, 2007
A Word From Our New President
I am honored to serve as the new President of the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company. This season looks to be so exciting and productive that I can't wait to experience as much as I can! On behalf of the entire board of Trustees, I invite you to join us in actively supporting the Company's amazing work, as donors, as volunteers, and, of course, as audience members.
-Arlene Yang
Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company performs at
To celebrate its tenth anniversary in residence at the Harlem School of the Arts, the Company will present performances there from December 7 to 9, showcasing some of Nai-Ni Chen's signature works.
Harlem School of the Arts
Upcoming Performances
The Company kicks off its Fall engagements with visits to three wonderful venues. At the State University of New York at Albany, two evening performances will display the diverse range of Nai-Ni's choreographic work, with one night of her traditional Chinese dances and another featuring a selection of her modern works. Nai-Ni will also lead her dancers in a lecture/demonstration and a master class for student dancers, to highlight her sources of inspiration and demonstrate her unique use of the aesthetics of Chinese classical movement combined with the discipline of modern dance.
The Company will also travel to Copiah-Lincoln College in Wesson, Mississipi, to take part in its Aficionado Series, and to Indiana State University's Bloomington campus for a residency program with workshops for dance students, a lecture/demonstration for the community, and an evening concert with live music, featuring Nai-Ni Chen's signature work Calligraphy II and showcasing some of her traditional works.
For tickets, please use the link for each venue listed below:
Copiah-Lincoln Community College
October 30, 2007
http://www.colin.edu
State University of New York at Albany
November 1-3, 2007
Performing Arts Center
http://www.albany.edu
Indiana University
November 12-16, 2007
University Auditorium, Bloomington Campus
http://www.indiana.edu
A Quote from Nai-Ni Chen
Traditional Chinese dance, the training I had since I was four years old, involves the entire Chinese culture, not just its dance steps. The western modern dance I learned about is not just Martha Graham technique or José Limon technique; to me, modern dance is an entire way of thinking, of freedom, of expression. Besides learning the two different dance cultures, I tried to learn how people think and find ways to express the dynamic spirit of our changing world.
-Nai-Ni Chen
Save The Dates!
December 7-9, 2007
Harlem School of the Arts Theater
Harlem School of the Arts
New York, NY
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February 9 and 10, 2008
Chinese New Year: The Year of the Rat
February 9: Matinée and evening performances; Traditional Chinese Banquet
February 10: Matinée performance
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Newark, NJ
Corporate sponsorship is available for this event.
Please contact us for further information!
For tickets call 1-888-GO-NJPAC (1-888-466-5622)
May 23-25, 2008
NEW YORK CITY SEASON
Alvin Ailey CitiGroup Theater
New York, NY
Tickets available soon!
Please visit Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company for full season listings.
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