Chandler-Gilbert Community College Dance program hosts New York City based choreographer and dancer Daniel Gwirtzman for two FREE open master classes on October 15, 2018.

Daniel Gwirztman, producer, educator, filmmaker and dancer – celebrates two decades as a New York City choreographer and company director. His diverse repertory for the non-profit Daniel Gwirztman Dance Company, celebrating its 20th anniversary, and other concert and commercial projects, has earned praise for its humor, stylistic diversity, musicality, charisma and accessibility.

Oct 15th 11:30 am – 12:50 pm – Choreographic Strategies For Making Dances Quickly

Gaining comfort making dances comes from the acquisition and practice of skills and a healthy portion of confidence. This class presents both, essential compositional devices along with tips and strategies to empower you when thinking quickly on your feet. An array of choices can be available at all times. In the class we will make several quick studies and discuss them in a supportive and light-hearted judgment-free zone.

Oct 15 1:00 pm – 2:20 pm – Power, Rhythm, Speed: Modern Technique in Action

Rooted in Daniel’s contemporary choreography, this energetic master class challenges the dancer’s coordination, stamina, and speed. Known for a unique style blending modern dance, theater dance, folk and ballet, Daniel cultivates the physicality of the athlete and the expressivity of the artist. This fun technique class blends virtuosity with pedestrianism, casualness with precision. Rewiring the body to tackle rhythmic work and unexpected coordination challenges the dancer both physically and intellectually. The objectives: to gain a total awareness of the entire body at all times; to cultivate a versatility; to aid in the development and proficiency of dance regardless of genre.

Both classes are FREE and open to all, and are held at the Chandler-Gilbert Community College Pecos Campus, Agave Hall Room 1300 Dance Studio