Windhover AUGUST News of Performances and Special Events 2018
Quarry Dance Vll drew record crowds at the MARS estate last weekend. It was one of those magical performances that seemed to transcend time, with the beauty of the landscape and the pristine quarry matched by the athleticism and stunning talent of the Dušan Týnek Dance Theatre dancers.
Blue Whale lecture: With our goal of celebrating and learning more about the natural world and the preservation of the creatures that inhabit it, please join us for a lecture on the Blue Whale. Coming up on Wednesday, August 15th from 5:30-7:30pm, researcher/scientist Michael Fishbach of the Great Whale Conservancy will present a power point talk with video about what we know of this largest creature on earth and what we are doing to protect them. RSVP required to Lisa Hahn at Windhover@verizon.net Donations appreciated. Wine and cheese served.
Better Balance & Brain Movement Workshop for teachers that teach seniors. Stay physically stable and mentally able. This workshop explores balance, cognitive impairment and movement by understanding issues related to aging. Taught by Lynn Simonson, creator of Simonson Technique, an organic approach to movement that prepares the body to dance in a way that is anatomically intelligent and somatically aware. Friday. August 10- Saturday, August 11, 2018. Inquires can be addressed to Lynn Simonson at: simonsondance@gmail.com
Paul Taylor 2 Dance Company returns to Windhover from Wednesday, August 22 – Sunday, August 26, 2018. This exciting modern dance company brings athleticism and fresh ideas to bear on choreography. Open classes for all ages and levels are scheduled for you to drop in at the following times: Wednesday, August 22 from 9:30-1:00am; Thursday, August 23 from 6:00-7:30pm; Friday, August 24th from 9:30-11:00am; and finally on Saturday, August 25th from 9:30-11:00am. One open rehearsal of the Paul Taylor 2 Company will be a treat for viewers to see on Thursday, August 23rd from 4:00-6:00pm.
PERFORMANCES: On Friday and Saturday evenings, August 24th and 25th at 7:30pm, the entire PT2 dance company will perform Paul Taylor’s choreography at Windhover, on our outdoor stage, weather permitting. Otherwise, the performances will take place in our back dance studio with limited seating. Dances performed include: Party Mix; 3 Epitaphs; Runes and Aureole, all works choreographed by Paul Taylor. Check out our website for further details or call Windhover at 978-546-3611.
No tickets or fees, but tax deductible contributions are greatly appreciated for classes and performances. Contact: Lisa Hahn, Executive Director, Windhover, 257 Rear Granite Street, P.O.Box 2249, Rockport, MA. 01966
Email: Windhover@verizon.net www.windhover.org
Good Morning Gloucester 
Windhover- the island for sure (dancing to your music from within special and what great locations to feel it) … Thanks James…
🙂 Dave & Kim 🙂
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