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Dance

THURSDAY MAY 24

Afro Fusion Dance

Afro-Caribbean folkloric dance styles, with an occasional shake of old-school Afro-American funk, led by Novuyo Masakhane. New classes begin: June 4. $10/class.

George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center, 1165 Angelina, 974-4926

www.carvermuseum.org, carver.museum@ici.austin.tx.us

Argentine Tango Classes

Laura Pellegrino offers ongoing classes for beginners, experts, and you in-betweeners. Khabele Studio, 701 W. Seventh.

www.tangointexas.com, bsasbaby@gmail.com

Arthur Murray Dance Studio

13343 Hwy. 183 N. #285.

634-8171

Austin Hoopers: Hoop Dance and Classes

Hoop dance is a dance form, a fitness class, a moving meditation, and a ton of fun. Classes and jams occur all around town and multiple days a week: See website for schedules and prices.

Austin Parks and Recreation: Classes for Kids

Dance Associates presents classes for kids ages 2 years and older in a variety of locations. (Dance, gymnastics, and movement classes are taught at three locations.)

323-6013

Austin Public Library: Free Salsa Lessons

Various branches of the APL – the Carver, Cepeda, Pleasant Hill, and University Hills branches – host weekly salsa lessons. See website for times. Free.

974-7400

Austin Swing Syndicate

A couple hundred swingers hit the dance floor once a week for DJ-spun sounds of past blasts. A beginners' lesson starts the evening. Thursdays, 8pm-12mid. $5 ($2, members).

Texas Federation of Women's Clubs Ballroom, 2312 San Gabriel, 512/476-5845

Austin Uptown Dance: Ballroom & Latin Dance Classes for Youth

Ages 10-17 can learn a variety of ballroom and social dances including salsa, swing, tango, cha-cha, two step, waltz, and more. Beginners: Saturdays, noon. Intermediate: Sundays, 3pm. $10 per class.

459-5678

B-Boy/B-Girl Dance Class

Austin's favorite local B-boy teaches an all-ages and all-levels class in breakdancing, not hip-hop. Saturdays, noon-1pm. $20.

Ballet Afrique Dance Classes

Ballet Afrique's acclaimed dance studio offers a wide variety of classes exploring expressions of the cultures and experiences of the African Diaspora through professional dance. 3111 Manor Rd., 228-7060.

www.balletafrique.org, info@balletafrique.org

Belly-Dance Classes

Tarrytown Dance, 2414 Exposition. $12-15.

www.najladances.com, najladances@gmail.com

Belly-Dance Classes with Twyla Grace

Twyla of Twyla & the Twilight Star Ensemble teaches ongoing classes. Mon. & Wed., 8:30-9:30pm, 12687 Research at Oak Knoll,

971-0188

www.twylabellydance.com, twillyg@io.com

Body Shift

People with disabilities, beginning dancers, seasoned professionals, older dancers, and people returning to dance are all welcome at these classes. Galaxy Studio, 1700 S. Lamar #338. $15.

454-9912

Bollywood Dance Classes

Learn Bhangra, classical Indian style, and more. 10700 Anderson Mill #208,

432-5716

www.bollywoodshake.com, info@bollywoodshake.com

Brass Ovaries Pole Dancing

Ongoing classes for aerial hoop and static/spinning pole dance will add a deep tint of Eros to your Terpsichore.

477-POLE

Buenos Aires Cafe: Una Noche Porteña

Tango and folklore singer Daniel Montserrat performs weekly, accompanying featured dancers and the occasional afterdinner couples. Thursdays, 7:30-10pm. Free.

Buenos Aires Cafe, 1201 E. Sixth, 382-1189

www.buenosairescafe.com

Contra Dance

Traditional social dances to live music. You don't need a partner, and every dance will be taught and called. Weekly: Wednesdays, 7:30pm. Hancock Recreation Center, 811 E. 41st. First Friday: Carpenters' Hall, 400 Josephine. Third Saturday: St. Paul Lutheran, 3501 Red River.

453-4225

Dance International

A variety of ballroom and Latin dances each night. No partner necessary. Sundays, 6-8pm. Dancers Workshop, 183 & Balcones Woods. Weeknights, times vary. Hills Fitness Center, 4615 Bee Caves Rd., Fees vary.

32-DANCE

www.dancein.org, info@dancein.org

Flamenco Classes with Chloe Brevelle

923-3270

Flamenco Classes with Mariana Maduell

Tapestry Dance Company, 2302 Western Trails, 474-9846

www.myspace.com/marianamaduell

Flamencura Music and Dance: Flamenco Classes

Flamencura is dedicated to teaching flamenco dance (and music) for all ages. Classes forming now for adult beginners, kids, and teens. Some youth scholarships available. Check out the full schedule of classes on the studio's website. Flamencura Music and Dance, 7113 Burnet, #111.

www.flamencura.org, info@flamencura.org

Galaxy Dance Studios: Classes

From cardio dance mix to sexy salsa to creative movement for kids, there's something for everyone, young and old, all week long. All classes are adult drop-in classes, unless otherwise noted as a kids' class. See website for details. Galaxy Dance Studios, 1700 S. Lamar #338.

Hawaiian Dance Classes

The Hula Hulau Kaepa Polynesian Dance Academy is accepting students for beginning hula and Tahitian dance classes. Hawaiian Tiki Imports, 3500 S. Congress.

440-7171

Lucila Dance Productions: Classes

Classes are forming now in belly dancing (all levels), flamenco, salsa/merengue, creative movement for kids, and tai-chi. See website for details. Lucila Dance Studio, 7 Carriage House.

416-8800

Middle-Eastern Belly Dance with La Shen

Access Gallery, 3701 Guadalupe #103. $10, class; $60, six-week session.

454-9912

www.vsatx.org, lynn@vsatx.org

Nia Classes

The Nia technique is an energizing workout inspired by dance, martial arts, and healing arts. First class is free. Mon. & Fri., 9:30-10:30am; Mon. & Thu., 6-7pm; Sat., 10:30am. $10 per class.

Hancock Recreation Center, 811 E. 41st, 922-1581

www.cityofaustin.org/parks/hancock.htm, hancocknia@yahoo.com

Pretty Bee and Other Translations

This original performance uses movement, vocals, shadow, and light to explore new relationships in collaboration and break the traditional roles of technician, designer, and performer. Featuring choreography and lights by Heloise Gold and Natalie George, with Elaine Dove and Julie Nathanielsz. May 24-27. Thu.-Sat., 8pm; Sun., 2pm. $15.

Salvage Vanguard Theater, 2803 Manor Rd., 512/474-7886

www.brownpapertickets.com/event/241861

Solid Chrome Dancers

Learn the Texas two-step and Western swing in a real honky-tonk. Singles and couples welcome. Thursdays, 8pm. $8.

Broken Spoke, 3201 S. Lamar, 417-7383

www.myspace.com/solidchromedancers

Tapestry Dance Company

North America's only professional tap company offers classes for adults and teens and even younger. Tap and ballet are just part of what's on offer. 2302 Western Trails.

474-9864

www.tapestry.org, dance@tapestry.org

West African Dance Classes

Traditional West African dance taught by Jean-Clause Lessou from Abidjan, Ivory Coast. See website for details. $15.

507-0263

www.africandanceaustin.com, skblues@hotmail.com

Zumba Dance

The Latin-inspired international music and dance steps are designed for everyone, every shape, and every age. Tuesdays, 5:45pm; Thursdays, 7pm. Brushy Creek Community Center. E-mail for details.

zumbaaustin@yahoo.com, zumbaaustin@yahoo.com

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