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Programs Offered | Booking Information & Tech Rider

Programs Offered

On the Move
This eclectic and entertaining concert performance includes repertory by nationally-recognized choreographers that have set new works on the versatile EDE dancers. This annually-changing program has included works by David Parsons, Stephen Koester, Mark Dendy, Lila York, Joel Hall, Michael Foley, and artistic director Laurie Eisenhower, among many others. Consequently, this program expresses a diverse range of artistic viewpoints from virtuosic movement pieces to innovative hilarity and soulful introspection. Age-appropriate programming and repertory selections can be designed for particular audiences. Approximately 2 hours in length with intermission. Always available for touring.

"Dances from the Heart of Rock and Roll":
Rock to the music of Bob Dylan, Van Morrison and Bonnie Raitt, to name of few, in this soulful and entertaining production. Experience the best of contemporary dance with choreography by Laurie Eisenhower, Bill DeYoung and Stephanie Pizzo. Join EDE for an exhilarating evening of dance and music that will have you "rockin" in your seats! Approximately 2 hours in length with intermission. Now available for touring.

"Motown in Motion":
The Motor City's premier dance company celebrates the music that made Motown famous in a razzle-dazzle evening of dance and music! Playful, humorous, and wonderfully theatrical, the performers will have you dancing in your seats - and out into the streets! This concert program tours with Motown legends, "The Contours," or to recorded music. Approximately 2 hours in length with intermission. Now available for touring.

"Laugh Tracks":
Dance and Comedy? Join EDE for a rompin' evening of fun in a program that ingeniously uses dance as a means to tickle the funny bone. This program of comedy in dance primarily includes works by Laurie Eisenhower, well known for her inventive and humorous style. Approximately 2 hours in length with intermission. Available for touring 2009-2010.

Education and Outreach

"KIDS 'N MOTION" & "HEALTHY KIDS" (Assembly Performances): EDE presents an exciting, athletic, and informative dance presentation for all ages (50 minutes). Through the use of audience participation, entertaining repertory excerpts, and informative narration, company members inspire students about learning, creating, and enjoying dance. In addition, the Healthy Kids assembly focuses on healthy living concepts including nutrition, physical activity and goal-setting.

MINI-MOTOWN IN MOTION: Especially designed for schoolchildren, this scaled-down version of EDE's lavish production, Motown in Motion, is a fast-paced and lively presentation. Through narration, performance and audience interaction, the program teaches students about the life of a professional dancer, the elements of dance, and the history of Motown.

EDUCATIONAL RESIDENCIES: Eisenhower Dance Ensemble can be contracted for residencies lasting one to six weeks. Residencies can include creative dance workshops, lecture demonstrations, master classes, performances, and classroom visitations for participation and discussion. Programs are tailored to meet requirements of the National Content Standards and Benchmarks for Dance Education as well as the size and needs of each school or facility.

MASTER CLASSES and WORKSHOPS: All EDE dancers are qualified instructors and available to teach all levels of technique (i.e. ballet, modern, jazz, tap) and choreography classes. Creative Movement for Children, one of EDE's most popular classes, focuses on teaching the basic elements of dance (shape, level, direction, speed) while at the same time developing the child's individual creative and imaginative skills. For professional track dancers, EDE offers master classes in ballet, modern, and jazz techniques.

CHOREOGRAPHY: Artistic Director, Laurie Eisenhower accepts commissions to set her choreography on other companies or pre-professional dance programs.

Booking Information & Tech Rider

COMPANY PERSONNEL:

Technical Rider

The following technical information is presented as a general overview; however, Eisenhower Dance Ensemble can be flexible in order to accommodate the needs of each presenter. The specifications for the stage and lighting will enhance the overall performance quality but are not requirements.

The stage: Proscenium stage or other performing space, approximately 40' wide by 25' deep. The floor should be resilient with a smooth surface covered by vinyl dance flooring. Crossover space is preferred but not necessary.

Technical requirements: For concert performances, performing space should have white cyclorama, black scrim, black legs creating four wings on each side, theater lighting capabilities including side lights, washes, and two overhead specials. EDE will provide presenter with detailed lighting and hanging plots. The company will need approximately two hours to load in, five hours to hang and focus, and three hours for technical rehearsal. Preferably the technical rehearsal occurs the day before the performance(s).

Sound: The Company travels with recorded music in CD format. EDE requests the presenter equip the performance space with an appropriate sound system. The speakers should be sufficient for the house and include two on-stage monitors. In addition, EDE requests one wireless, handheld microphone.

Crew: Eisenhower Dance Ensemble travels with a Technical Director who will serve as the lighting director during the run of the show. The presenter should provide the following crew: 4 people for load-in, 4 people for run of show (sound, lights, 2 grips), 4 people for strike and load-out.

Dressing Rooms: Two separate dressing rooms with counters, mirrors, sinks, toilets and showers.

Hospitality: The Company requests non-carbonated bottled water, juice, yogurt, fruit and deli tray on day of technical rehearsal. Bottled water is requested for day of show.

FOR SCHEDULING PLEASE CONTACT:

Anne Bak, Booking Manager
Eisenhower Dance Ensemble
20300 Civic Center Dr., Suite 100
Southfield, MI 48076
Phone: 248-559-2095
Fax: 248-559-2098
anne.bak@ede-dance.org