The Artists’ Collective Benefit Concert, September 28, 2007
Wellspring joins forces with Kinetic Affect, Amy Hunter of Whole Art Theatre and Levi Strickland of Blue Dahlia for one night only in the Artists’ Collective Benefit Concert. This extraordinary event kicks off the 2007 Coming Out Proud Film Festival sponsored by Kalamazoo Gay/Lesbian Resource Center. Join the artists and KGLRC at the reception immediately following the show. This is one event you don’t want to miss! All proceeds benefit KGLRC.
Date/Time: Friday, September 28, 8 pm
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: $10 adults / $5 students. Tickets available at the door. For information, call KGLRC at 269/349-4234.
Alternative Dance Project Presents Christopher Williams, October 18-20, 2007
Wellspring proudly presents Christopher Williams, in The Portuguese Suite. A dancer, choreographer, puppeteer and performance artist, Christopher’s striking choreography, immense charisma and incredible technique has prompted the New York Times to describe him as "...one ingenious guy...visionary imagination both conceptual and choreographic". As a dancer, he has toured with Rebecca Lazier and performed at the Judson Church in New York City with choreographer Douglas Dunn. His own work has been presented at the American College Dance Festival, at Danspace DraftWorks at St. Mark's Church through Sarah Lawrence College, Food for Thought at Danspace Project and at Summer Stages Dance in Concord, Massachusetts.
Sponsored by: Between the Lines
Date/Time: Thursday-Saturday, October 18-20, 8 pm
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: $20 general admission / $10 with student ID. This show is for mature audiences.
Master Class with Christopher Williams, October 20, 2007
Join Alternative Dance Project guest artist Christopher Williams of New York for a free master class. Space is limited, so call 269/342-4354 in advance to reserve your spot.
Date/Time: October 20, 12:00-2:00 pm
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: Free!
Art Hop: Fall Concert Open Rehearsal, November 2, 2007
Catch a sneak peek of Wellspring’s Fall Concert of Dance at this open rehearsal during the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo’s November Art Hop.
Date/Time: November 2, 6:00-7:00 pm
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: Free!
Fall Concert of Dance, November 8-10 & 16-18, 2007
The Fall Concert of Dance features new works choreographed by Cori Terry & Michael Miller, as well as favorites from the repertoire. A reception to meet the artists will follow each evening performance.
Date/Time: Thursday-Saturday, November 8-10 & Friday-Saturday, November 16-17, 8 pm / Sunday, November 18, 2 pm
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: $20 general admission / $10 with student ID / Free for children ages 5 and younger
Chocolate Soiree, January 31, 2008
Join Wellspring for its first annual chocolate tasting! This delectable fundraiser is sure to please. Come mix and mingle while savoring the delicious tastes of Confections with Convictions.
Date/Time: January 31, Time to be announced
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: $35/person or $60/couple
The Dance Forum, February 15-17, 2008
The 24th annual Dance Forum presents featured guest artist Cat Manturuk of New York and a diverse selection of experimental work by emerging and established choreographers from across the region.
Sponsored by: Alfred E. Bike
Date/Time: Friday-Saturday, February 15-16, 8 pm / Sunday, February 17, 2 pm
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: $15 general admission / $10 with student ID / Free for children ages 5 and younger
Master Class with Cat Manturuk, February 16, 2008
Join Dance Forum guest artist Cat Manturuk of New York for a free master class. Space is limited, so call 269/342-4354 in advance to reserve your spot.
Date/Time: Saturday, February 16, 12:00-1:30 pm
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: Free, but advanced registration is required.
Wellspring Dance Day, March 2, 2008
Join us for Dance Day, our annual family event designed for dancers and non-dancers of all ages. Enjoy a performance by Wellspring company members, try a mini-dance class, sign up for classes and apply for scholarships. Dance Day is free fun for the whole family!
Date/Time: Sunday, March 2, 2:00-3:00 pm
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: Free!
Art Hop-Spring Concert Open Rehearsal, April 4, 2008
Catch a sneak peek of Wellspring’s Spring Concert of Dance at this open rehearsal during the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo’s April Art Hop.
Date/Time: Friday, April 4, 6:00-7:00 pm
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: Free!
Spring Concert of Dance, April 17-20, 2008
Wellspring closes the 28th season with the annual Spring Concert of Dance, featuring new choreography by Cori Terry, favorites from the repertoire, and the restaging of Erick Hawkins' Classic Kite Tails.
Date/Time: Thursday-Saturday, April 17-19, 8 pm / Sunday, April 20, 2 pm
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: $20 general admission / $10 with student ID / Free for children ages 5 and younger
Student Concert of Dance, May 17, 2008
Friends and family pack the Wellspring Theater for this annual concert showcasing Wellspring students ages 3-adult. Open to the public, the Student Concert is a great opportunity to learn more about Wellspring’s classes.
Sponsored by: Kalamazoo Education Association
Date/Time: Saturday, May 17 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm
Location: Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center
Admission: $3 general admission at the door / free for children ages 5 and younger
