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SUMMARY:Boost Your Tango
DESCRIPTION:The class will start with a body training specially designed for tango dancers. It will be followed by tango technique exercises.\nThen\, skills to enhance presence\, theatricality\, creativity will be trained and used to interpret a choreographic excerpt. \nIndividual training\, no partner needed. \nThe class for followers is from 4:00 to 5:00 pm\, on Sundays\, from May 4th to May 31st\nThe class for leaders is from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm\, on Sundays\, from May 4th to May 31st \n  \nThe event cost is $100 for the workshops and $25.00 to drop in
URL:https://dancens.ca/event/boost-your-tango/
LOCATION:Happy Soul Studio\, 3089 Oxford St - Studio A\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3L 2W8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Dance Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marjolayne Auger":MAILTO:auger.marjolayne@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260602T203000
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SUMMARY:Physical Theatre Lab
DESCRIPTION:PHYSICAL THEATRE LAB\nCome play this May!\nDiscover the world of Viewpoints—a powerful method for improvisation and composition in contemporary theatre.\nThrough movement\, space\, time\, and ensemble awareness\, this workshop invites you to explore new ways of creating and connecting on stage.\nMarjolayne Auger\, director of Amrumi and recently relocated to Halifax\, is hosting open theatre lab sessions throughout May.\nThese sessions offer a space for theatre lovers to meet\, train\, and create together. \nWhat to expect:
• Movement and voice training
• Introduction to the Viewpoints technique (improvisation and composition)
• Scene improvisation and ensemble work \nLocation:
Bus Stop Theatre – Community Room
(Entrance at the back) \nSchedule:
Tuesdays\, 7:00–8:30 PM\nMay 5 – June 2\nOpen to all levels – no prior experience required\nDrop-ins welcome \nCost:
Pay what you can\nSuggested donation: $15–$25 per session\nNo one will be turned away for lack of funds \nContact / Registration:
auger.marjolayne@gmail.com
URL:https://dancens.ca/event/physical-theatre-lab/
LOCATION:Bus Stop Theatre\, 2203 Gottingen St.\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3K 3B5\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marjolayne Auger":MAILTO:auger.marjolayne@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260511T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260610T083000
DTSTAMP:20260614T213821
CREATED:20260511T141309Z
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SUMMARY:Tango Learning Labs I & II : Musicality for All!
DESCRIPTION:Tango Lab I/ Basics = 6:30-7:45 pm for new and continuing beginners.  Emphasis on rhythmic walks\, corner turns and minding the mood.\nTango Lab II for Int/Advanced =  7- 8:30 pm for experienced dancers. Dynamically explore musical options\, challenge habitual step patterns\, and share new discoveries! \nYes\, class times overlap! The intention is for experienced dancers to provide inspiration and guidance warming up with beginners who are just learning about musicality. Then\, after beginners depart\, the remaining time will be exclusively devoted to discovering how this same musicality will transform your more challenging combinations. Be part of a focused learning environment in which to explore the tempos and feeling tones unique to Argentine tango! \nProgram runs from May 6th – June 10th \nEVENT PRICING:  per person/6 week/$90 or 5 week = $75/ 4 weeks $65. Drop-in $20
URL:https://dancens.ca/event/tango-learning-labs-i-ii-musicality-for-all/
LOCATION:Tango Nova\, 1084 Tower Road\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Margaret Spore":MAILTO:mdspore@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260515T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260515T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T213821
CREATED:20260511T040018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T164250Z
UID:5806-1778850000-1778853600@dancens.ca
SUMMARY:Moving with Mocean
DESCRIPTION:Engage your body-mind connection with a free movement class led by Mocean Dance! \nDesigned for inclusivity and aimed to create a sense of community in a creative atmosphere\, this open dance class will awaken your breath connection\, mobilize your joints\, and bring a little extra movement excitement to your day. \nWe will lead a gentle warm-up designed to engage your physical senses and activate your weight flow through a playful approach to movement. A variety of live music accompaniment will lift your spirit and challenge your rhythmic flow. \nThis is an in-person event. \nMay 15th – May 22nd – May 29th \n 
URL:https://dancens.ca/event/moving-with-mocean/
LOCATION:Halifax Central Library\, 5440 Spring Garden Road\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mocean Dance":MAILTO:communications@moceandance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260520T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260520T180000
DTSTAMP:20260614T213821
CREATED:20260511T143013Z
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SUMMARY:IN THIS HOSPITAL
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URL:https://dancens.ca/event/in-this-hospital/
LOCATION:DANSpace\, 1800 Argyle Street - 3rd Floor\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 2V9
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260529T140000
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CREATED:20260522T192215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T192810Z
UID:5851-1779454800-1780063200@dancens.ca
SUMMARY:Moving with Mocean
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\n\n\nEngage your body-mind connection with a free movement class led by Mocean Dance! \nDesigned for inclusivity and aimed to create a sense of community in a creative atmosphere\, this open dance class will awaken your breath connection\, mobilize your joints\, and bring a little extra movement excitement to your day. \nWe will lead a gentle warm-up designed to engage your physical senses and activate your weight flow through a playful approach to movement. A variety of live music accompaniment will lift your spirit and challenge your rhythmic flow. \nCome as you are\, no registration required \nThis event takes place Friday\, June 22nd and 29th. \nEvent Contact:  communications@moceandance.com \nThis is an in-person event.
URL:https://dancens.ca/event/moving-with-mocean-3/
LOCATION:Halifax Central Library\, 5440 Spring Garden Road\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mocean Dance":MAILTO:communications@moceandance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260523T193000
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SUMMARY:KiDanCo Spring Season 2026
DESCRIPTION:KiDanCo’s Spring Season is just one week away. We are looking forward to welcoming audiences to DANSpace for this year’s performances. \n  \nJoin our dancers and choreographers for a presentation of original contemporary dance works. \nDates & Times: \n                Saturday\, May 23 • 7:30 PM \n                Sunday\, May 24 • 2:30 PM \nLocation: \n                DANSpace in the Lighthouse Arts Centre \n1800 Argyle St.\, Suite 321A \n                Halifax \nTicket Pricing: \n                Adult/Senior – $22\nStudent/Child – $15 \n                Family Pack* – $50 \n                *2 adults with 2 children 12 & under \nReserve your tickets today through the link below:\nhttps://simpli.events/e/67db9b
URL:https://dancens.ca/event/kidanco-spring-season-2026/
LOCATION:DANSpace\, 1800 Argyle Street - 3rd Floor\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 2V9
CATEGORIES:Community Dance Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260525T193000
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SUMMARY:Contact Improvisation
DESCRIPTION:Class Description: Contact Improvisation (CI) – Exploring CI as a question in motion we will explore the principles and practice of contact improvisation through physical skill work\, perceptual tuning\, body puzzles and practice time for focused dancing. We will tune our bodies to the physical forces and with each other\, finding release and new discoveries in the point of contact\, falling\, following\, leading\, changing level\, and flying. Unlock your potential and adaptability within the unknown\, and discover the dance that is already there. \n  \nEvent Contact Email:  comunications@moceandance.com
URL:https://dancens.ca/event/contact-improvisation/
LOCATION:All Nations Christian Church\, 2535 Robie Street\, Halifax\, NS\, B3K 4N3
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mocean Dance":MAILTO:communications@moceandance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260530T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260530T221500
DTSTAMP:20260614T213821
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SUMMARY:Halifax Contra Dance - May 30th
DESCRIPTION:The dance is a beginner-friendly community dance that’s welcoming to everyone! With super awesome live east-coast tunes by top-notch Halifax musicians. Non-gendered and welcoming to all. While you don’t need to bring a partner\, you will be dancing with many individuals throughout the night. \nDoors open at 7\, beginner orientation at 7:15.\nAt 7:30 The dancing starts with our special guest caller from Toronto!\nDances start easy and get progressively more difficult.\nThe last few dances of the evening from 9:30 onwards are the most difficult. \nMusicians: Jeremy Finney and Décota McNamara will be playing great tunes all night. Check them out here: https://jeremyfinneymusic.com/ and https://soundcloud.com/decotamc \nCaller: Drew Delaware\, English country dance & contra dance caller\, teacher\, and choreographer based in Toronto\, gives us the pleasure of leading the dances this evening. Check out his work at https://drewdelaware.com/ \nThe cost of this event is $15.00 or PWYC.
URL:https://dancens.ca/event/halifax-contra-dance-may-30th/
LOCATION:All Nations Christian Church\, 2535 Robie Street\, Halifax\, NS\, B3K 4N3
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bruno Coutty":MAILTO:info@halifaxcontra.ca
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