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Level A Class! Pre-Ballet/Level A
‍Ages 4-8 are presented the rudiments of classical training in a format, which encourages spontaneous, free-expression. Movement in and through space, improvisation, and songs about dance elements teach appreciation for the study of dance and being to develop emerging awareness of dance as an art form.

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‼️‼️Modern MOVES, Workshop: A high-energy, thought-provoking exploration of early American modern dance and contemporary movement practice. Rooted in four interconnected lineages—the Graham/Taylor traditions of contraction, spirals, and spatial tension; Humphrey/Limón principles of fall, recovery, swing, and dynamic texture; contemporary biomechanical and somatic approaches, including Simonson Technique; and the expressive legacy of Anna Sokolow, where movement emerges from emotion and gesture carries narrative meaning. Dancers connect from the inside out, using breath, body mechanics, and articulation to move with efficiency, power, abandon, and expression. Through dynamic floor work, locomotion, improvisational play, and full-bodied movement phrases, students explore weight, balance, speed, direction, phrasing, and spatial awareness while enlivening the senses and building sensitivity to self, space, and community. With a “practice as performance” and “classroom as lab” approach, dancers are invited to experiment, take risks, offer peer-to-peer feedback, and lean into their performing selves. Come ready to sweat, swing, breathe, connect—and discover the joy of moving together.

Artist Bio Marisa f. Ballaro is Founding Artistic Director of NYC-based Ballaro Dance, centering community-driven, collaborative work. She holds an MFA in Dance from Montclair State University; she graduated summa cum laude from SUNY Brockport. Marisa taught at The Brearley School for 12 years and offers professional coaching through ‘Your Next MOVE.’ This Season, she was commissioned by the Society for New Music to create a new work with composer Hippocrates Cheng; Ballaro Dance toured to Washington, DC. Most recently, her work ‘TWELVE: Going The Distance’ debuted internationally at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland, selected as part of the distinguished Summerhall Arts programme. A proud Buffalonian, Marisa is a lifelong Buffalo Bills fan.

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If she is the storm, is she also the shelter

Styled & shot - @pinknpunkk // @sadie_rosepf

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A juicy✌️minutes of our fav sound bites from last Sunday’s “Artist Panel” at WWTS Gallery in Buffalo, NY!

🗣️ Hear Joshua Cozzo, Teo David, & Nancy Hughes drop gems in the full 43 min (excerpted) conversation at the link in our bio.

We are full of gratitude to the artists for sharing their stories with our community. 🙌🏻 Enjoy!

#ballarodance #nycdance #buffalony #collaboration #artistpanel @memento.academy @centerdanceny @florenenancy @whatwouldteosay_photography @wwtsphotography_gallery

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Last class of the Graham Technique @ Lisa Taylor Dance Academy (Buffalo) is happening tomorrow, Sat April 25 at 11:30 am.

If you’ve been meaning to try it, this is your last chance for the season. We work hard in class but also have a great deal of fun!

Drop ins: $20

Come move with us!

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Last class of the Graham Technique @ Lisa Taylor Dance Academy (Buffalo) is happening tomorrow, Sat April 25 at 11:30 am.

If you’ve been meaning to try it, this is your last chance for the season. We work hard in class but also have a great deal of fun!

Drop ins: $20 https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/mainclass

Or pre-register here: https://www.zeffy.com/.../graham-technique-sbd-buffalo

Come move with us!

More info in bio!

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We have Contemporary Ballet classes on Saturdays from 10-11:30 am with @val.id. Let’s dance!

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BUFFALO, NY! I've been invited by @florenenancy to teach a ONE-TIME drop-in for your weekly lineup at @centerdanceny / @lisataylordance . I love you all, Buffalo dancers! Let's play! Photos by @jakoblohmann . #contemporarydance #buffalo #buffalodance

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We’re excited to launch a Graham Technique @ Lisa Taylor Dance Academy (Buffalo), in partnership with CenterDance ( founded by Nancy Hughes) starting Saturday, March 14 at 11:30 AM.

This 6 week series is designed for dancers who want to deepen their practice, build strength and control, and experience one of the most influential techniques in modern dance.

✨ Details
Saturdays | March 14 – April 25
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (except April 11)
Location: Lisa Taylor Dance Academy

💲 $20 drop-in | $100 full series
Sign up here or link in Bio: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/graham-technique-sbd-buffalo
Discounts available for current LTDA students

Questions: info@sukanyaburman.com
Please arrive 5–10 minutes early to warm up.

#wny #dancewny #grahamtechnique #dance #buffalo

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We’re excited to launch a Graham Technique @ Lisa Taylor Dance Academy (Buffalo), in partnership with CenterDance ( founded by Nancy Hughes) starting Saturday, March 14 at 11:30 AM.

This 6 week series is designed for dancers who want to deepen their practice, build strength and control, and experience one of the most influential techniques in modern dance.

✨ Details
Saturdays | March 14 – April 25
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (except April 11)
Location: Lisa Taylor Dance Academy

💲 $20 drop-in | $100 full series
Sign up here or link in Bio: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/graham-technique-sbd-buffalo
Discounts available for current LTDA students

Questions: info@sukanyaburman.com
Please arrive 5–10 minutes early to warm up.

#wny #dancewny #grahamtechnique #dance #buffalo

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Lisa Taylor Academy of Ballet offers Cecchetti Ballet training as well as opportunities to take classes in a regular Contemporary Ballet class on Saturdays and opportunities to work with local teachers in Graham, Jazz, Dunham and much more.

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“Stop Siegfried!” — Miss Lisa explaining how the hands should be used in port de bras for the Cecchetti Ballet Method. 🛑

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