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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

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Dancers rehearse in “Danceworks.” The show opens March 4.

2020 edition of Danceworks spotlights the things that matter

March 4, 2020

A&E When Communication Prof. Joel Valentín-Martínez was selecting a theme for “Danceworks 2020,” he wanted something that would be inspiring for the choreographers, but would also let them create...

Danceworks 2019 showcases a variety of styles and inspirations

March 1, 2019

Four choreographers and 24 students participate in this year’s Danceworks concert, showcasing their diverse talents and creative spirit.

Dancers perform the last piece of the Danceworks 2019 showcase. The concert opens Friday and runs through March 10 in the Josephine Louis Theater.

Danceworks 2019 to showcase ‘a palette of different ideas and flavors’

February 27, 2019

A&E Ever since her first year at Northwestern, Weinberg senior Michelle Skiba has been carving out space in her calendar every Winter Quarter for Danceworks. Looking forward to her last show, Skiba...

Weinberg sophomore Michelle Skiba dances in “De Cara a la Pared (With My Face to the Wall),” one of four pieces in “Danceworks 2017: Current Rhythms.” Choreographed by guest choreographer Eduardo Vilaro, artistic director of New York City’s acclaimed Ballet Hispanico, the piece explores fierceness in femininity.

Danceworks illustrates contemporary issues through movement and visuals

February 22, 2017

This year’s Danceworks concert, “Current Rhythms,” is designed to highlight the current political climate through music and dance, artistic director Joel Valentín-Martínez said. The annual production...

A student practices a piece for Northwestern’s upcoming “Danceworks.” The show will feature choreography by Garth Fagan, who choreographed “The Lion King” on Broadway.

‘Danceworks 2016’ features ‘Lion King’ choreographer’s work

February 24, 2016

A&E For Communication freshman Chloe Nadon-Enriquez, performing work by Garth Fagan — who choreographed Broadway’s 1998 production of “The Lion King” — makes her nervous. “It gives...

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