FAITH Dance Project
Press Release
May 2006
FAITH Dance Project Hosts Performance to Support American Lung Association
The FAITH Dance Project will be hosting an eclectic showcase performance this summer at The Dance Forum, 20 West 17th Street, New York, New York on Saturday July 1st at 2 P.M. and 8 P.M. and on Sunday, July 2nd at 2 P.M. Proceeds from this benefit performance will be used to support the American Lung Association, Asthma Research through donations.
The benefit showcase will consist of various modern and ballet choreography set to the music of Billy Holiday, Nina Simone, Etta James, Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra and other classical rhythm and blues/American jazz artists. The syrupy sound of Lady Day contrasts the intense rhythms and soul of Nina Simone just as well as the dancing itself seems to compliment itself.
The FAITH Dance Project will also be performing in local venues within and around Long Island’s senior, educational and entertainment communities. For booking information, or to become a part of this growing dance company, contact us at Faithdanceproj@aol.com.
FAITH Dance Project
Press Release
April 2006
FAITH Dance Project Announces Opening Season
The FAITH Dance Project kicks off their 2006 performances this April, performing at selected adult homes and senior care facilities around Long IslandNew York City. Each performance will feature dancers and dances that depict the era of American jazz through poetic and syncopated movement. and
This season’s repertoire consists of various modern and ballet choreography set to the music of Billy Holiday, Nina Simone, Etta James, Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra and the contemporary Michael Buble. The syrupy sound of Lady Day contrasts the intense rhythms and soul of Nina Simone.
The company will be performing this season’s repertoire at an opening gala, set to take place mid summer, when the FAITH Dance Project will be celebrating the success of its founding season.
This season’s primary mission is to empower young dancers and emerging choreographers to thrill, excite and engage a dance audience on Long Island through various styles of dance, while maintaining an appreciation for both classical and contemporary technique and culture.
