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2011-2012 Upcoming Events


*12/9/2011, 6:30pm dancEnlight 4th Fundraising event at Heights Of Wellness-1477 Park Street, Hartford

*12/18/2011 Lorelei Chang solo performance for The Holiday Dance Specutacular, Southington, CT

*12/31/2011 dancEnlight performs at Mohegan Sun

*1/1/2012 dancEnlight performs at Mohegan Sun

*1/14/2012, Wadsworth Atheneum Second Saturday family events, Hartford, CT

*1/9/12 through 3/1/12, dancEnlight residency program at Dwight-Bellizzi Asian Studies Academy

*1/23/2012, Chinese New Year performance at Dwight-Bellizzi Asian Studies Academy

*1/28/2012, Lorelei Chang's solo performance at Chinese Cultural Center
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*3/29, 30 & 31, 2012 Company annual performance at Charter Oak Cultural Center, Hartford, CT

*4/29, 2012 Audition for Summer Intensive 10am-12 Open to ages Teen-adult.

*6/25-7/7, 2012(tentative dates) dancEnlight Summer Intensive for adult & teens

*7/9/12-7/13/12(tentative dates) dancEnlight Summer Intensive for youth 9am-12noon ages 6-10, 1-4pm ages 11-14


And more...

Photo by Ron Compton


dancEnlight annual concert on March 29, 30 & 31

dancEnlight annual concert  on March 29, 30 & 31
The Chinese character for tea, pronounced cha in Chinese, depicts flowers or a grass symbol on top, wood at the bottom and a man between the two. As tea can help bring humankind into balance with nature, this symbol makes evident the importance of tea in Chinese culture.

In this evening of performance, dancEnlight director, Lorelei Chang delves into the cultural roots and beauty of The Way through traditional Chinese tea ceremony, martial arts and Chinese calligraphy. Ms. Chang and her company of dancers will be joined by regular guest choreographer and performer, Mai Nakanishi from Tokyo, Japan, as well as by guest musician Joseph Getter, Tea Master & Chinese musician Haiyan Grzelak, and actor Michael McDermott. Come have a cup of tea with us; experience this precious culture through original choreography; bask in authentic live classical Chinese music; taste and smell the delicate aromas of the highest quality tea. Do not miss this opportunity to satisfy both your eyes and your palate in this exceptional evening with dancEnlight.

Photo by Ron Compton


(Posted 12/22/2011 by admin)

dancEnlight annual fundraising event 12/9/11 @ 6:30pm

dancEnlight annual fundraising event 12/9/11 @ 6:30pm

Please come and join dancEnlight's annual fundraising cocktail party at Heights of Wellness at 1477 Park Street, Hartford on December 9th at 6:30pm. Whether you choose to have a glass of wine or a special cup of tea, you will enjoy the solo performance by dancEnlight director, Lorelei Chang. Her dance is inspired by a Chinese tea ceremony along with Tea Master Haiyan Grzelak who will be performing Chinese music and accompanying Lorelei's solo. The event will also include tea tasting and art exhibition with dance photography by Zoe Macerollo, Chinese calligraphy art work by Mai Nakanishi and Lorelei Chang as well as artwork by dancEnlight company members, who also took their inspiration from a tea ceremony;raffle drawing including tickets to Bushnell,certificate to Max Fish restaurant, Anew You Skincare in Avon and so many more unique gifts that you can get and give to your loved ones during the holidays. This is an evening you don't want to miss. It will for sure satisfy both your eyes and your palate.

$10 suggested donation at the door

Photo by Ron Compton


(Posted 9/19/2011 by admin)

NBC 30th Health & Wellness Festival

NBC 30th Health & Wellness Festival
NBC will hold 30th Health & Wellness Festival on October 1-2, 10am-5pm at the convention center
Members of dancEnlight are invited for the 2nd year in a row to perform at NBC 30th Health and Wellness Festival on Oct 2nd at 2pm. This is a two-day event at Convention Center attracts over 20,000 people each year. There will be health screenings, tests, products andd services for everyone. Hope to see you there.


(Posted 9/19/2011 by admin)

Grand Imperial Charity Concert, Tokyo, Japan Oct 1, 2011

Grand Imperial Charity Concert, Tokyo, Japan Oct 1, 2011
dancEnlight artistic directors, Lorelei Chang and Mai Nakanishi were invited to perform for the Grand Imperial Charity Banquet in Tokyo, Japan, a highly anticipated and sought after event. Hosted by the Indonesia's former First Lady Dewi Sukarno, this event raised money for victims of Japan's recent earthquake and Tsunami. Many Ambassadors, celebrities and well-known fashion designers attended the event to show support. Lorelei and Mai's opening performance "Fiery Flamenco Dance," ignited the evening with vibrant energy and passionate and rhythmically complex movement. The performance received overwhelming feedback. Mai & Lorelei's "Crane," duet filled with fluid movement brought harmonious and peaceful energy to the cheering audience.

The president of Pirelli, Mr. Marco invited Mai Nakanishi and Lorelei Chang to perform at their company special event at Italian Embassy in Tokyo. On Oct 5th, 2011 under the direction of Mai Nakanishi, Lorelei Chang along with four other Japanese artists, Violinist Paul Florea, Professional A level Ballroom dancer, Huang Shi; Dancer Tetusya Takata, and Master of Ceremony Yuki Sakamoto performed at the Italian Embassy in Tokyo, Japan in conjunction with a Pirelli event.

Photo by Kouji Shirota


(Posted 8/31/2011 by admin)

"In Between"

"In Between"



Charter Oak Presents DancEnlight's World Premier
"In Between"

March 25 $ 26, 2011 @ 7:30pm
Charter Oak Cultural Center $20 General, $15 Senior, $10 Students. Open dress rehearsal on March 24th, 2011 with $5 donation


Artistic Director, Lorelei Chang and her troupe,
along with special guests from Connecticut Concert
Ballet, will explore the relationship between and
in humans; their movements & stillness, realities and
fantasies, cultures and customs; through various
dances. "IN BETWEEN" will capture human feelings
and emotions that pass through people at different
moments of their existence. The dancers will express
these elements with their hands, bodies, and breaths
along with paint and brushes.
The program will feature live music performed by the
amazing multi Instrumentalist and ethnomusicologist
Joseph Getter. Guest choreographer and performer
will be Japan's level A professional ballroom dancer, Mai Nakanishi.

21 Charter Oak Ave, Hartford,CT 06106.
860.249.1207
Photo by Ron Compton

dancEnlight has collected total $500 donation for Japan disaster. All the money will be donated to Japan through red cross.



(Posted 6/20/2011 by admin)

First state wide book festival presents "Ink Passion" on May 21, 2011 at UCONN West Hartfrod Campus

First state wide book festival presents "Ink Passion" on May 21, 2011 at UCONN West Hartfrod Campus
Photo by Zoe Macerollo

(Posted 4/8/2011 by admin)

Japan Benefit Concert April 30th 7pm Qigong Demo, 7:30pm show

Japan Benefit Concert April 30th 7pm Qigong Demo, 7:30pm show
HCB and dancEnlight presents Japan benefit concert!!
All the profit from this event will be donated to Japan through World Vision!!!

Program
Tai Chi by Ching Chung-Starts at 7pm
Modern Dance by dancEnlight
Classical Ballet by Hartford City Ballet and School of Hartford City Ballet
Piano and songs by Michael McDermott & Nancy Herzig
Contemporary dance by CONNetic
Mo Chaidre - Irish Step Dance Ensemble
(formerly of Riverdance and Lord of the Dance)
Botoh improv solo by Tony Olivares
Musical theater by Mary Clair Miskell
Jessica Floyd
Amy Cele and students from Sound crossing studio
Improv solo by Kayla Grout
Bonita Weisman-improv solo

Flyer Designed by Amaenda MacFarland



(Posted 4/8/2011 by admin)

DancEnlight Annual Cocktail Fundraising Party

DancEnlight Annual Cocktail Fundraising Party
DancEnlight 3rd Annual Cocktail Party at Heights of Wellness

Date & time: Friday, 12/3/10, 6-8:30pm

Location: 1477 Park Street, Hartford, CT



Come join us for a fun-filled evening of innovative exhibits by Lorelei Chang, Ron Compton, Hank Gans, Mai Nakanishi, Zoe Macerollo & Meng Wei Wei. DancEnlight will be performing excerpts of their new work as well as live Chinese calligraphy demonstration. This promises to be one of your best holiday treats!

There will be open bar and wonderful food served. The informal showing at 7pm. For more information, please visit http://dancenlight.org or http://www.heightsofwellness.com

$5 donation to the company

Lorelei Chang
Artistic Director
http://dancEnlight.org

Photo by Ron Compton


(Posted 10/30/2010 by admin)

Wedding Event

Wedding Event
Wedding Event

dancEnlight offers special performance for wedding events. The program includes "Love" duet, solo piece, and improvisation on your favority love song. It runs 15-25 minutes. Twenty percent of income will go to dancEnlight company.

Total Fee:$500



(Posted 9/21/2010 by john)

Ink Passion at Wadsworth Atheneum, 11/4, 2010

Ink Passion at Wadsworth Atheneum, 11/4, 2010
Every first Thursday of the month, Wadsworth Atheneum holds a party for the members and the public. DancEnlight will be performing on Thursday, Nov 4th on the theme of American Moderns on Paper. The company will be presenting "Ink Passion" with live Chinese calligraphy demonstration and more.

http://www.wadsworthatheneum.org
Photo by Jennifer Lester


(Posted 7/29/2010 by admin)

"Ink Passion" Performance at Japanalia 10/3, 2010 @2pm

"Ink Passion" Performance at Japanalia 10/3, 2010 @2pm
Artistic Director and assistant director of dancEnlight, Lorelei Chang and Tony Olivares will be performing "Ink Passion" excerpts at Japanalia on Oct 3rd, 2010. Reception at 2pm and showing at 3pm.

For more information please check http://www.japanalia.com

Photo by Ron Compton


(Posted 7/23/2010 by admin)

INK PASSION @ 5x5 Dance Festival, Oct 22 & 23, 2010

INK PASSION @ 5x5 Dance Festival, Oct 22 & 23, 2010
dancEnlight will be proferm at 5x5 Dance Annual Dance Festival at Saint Joseph College on Oct 22 & 23, 2010.

Photo by Jennifer Lester


(Posted 7/23/2010 by admin)

Ink Passion, Yokohama, 8/ 20, 2010 @6pm

Ink Passion, Yokohama, 8/ 20, 2010 @6pm
INK PASSION Aug 20th, 2010 @6pm
Yokohama Musuem of Arts


Lorelei Chang is collaborating with her twin sister, Mai Nakanishi, A level professional ballroom dancer, and certified 10 style teacher in Tokyo, Japan. This is not ordinary modern dance concert, it's their 20 years of dream come true. Lorelei and Mai co-directing, and performing "INK PASSION" on August 20th, 2010 at YOKOHAMA MUSEUM OF ART with special guest artists Tatsuro Otake and Huang Shi.

Photo by Ron Compton


(Posted 6/21/2010 by admin)

Ink Passion--7/ 26 at Stonehill College, Boston at 7:30pm

Ink Passion--7/ 26 at Stonehill College, Boston at 7:30pm
DancEnlight is invited to perform at Odyssey, 30th International Calligraphy Conference at Stonehill College in Boston on July 26, 2010 at 7:30pm. For more information please contact Lorelei Chang @ lorelei@dancenlight.org

(Posted 6/21/2010 by admin)
Ink Passion, Hartford, 7/15/2010 @ 2:30pm

DancEnlight will be performing as a part of HOT School Summer Institute at Connecticut Commission on Culture and Tourism on July 15 at 2:30pm-3:15pm. For more information, please check
www.CultureAndTourism.org or call 860-256-2729

Photo by Ron Compton


(Posted 6/21/2010 by admin)

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