2014


In 2014, we celebrated Jodie Gates, who was named the "Art Star Winner" by the Laguna Beach Arts Alliance for her exceptional contributions to the arts.

This year featured an engaging lineup, including a pre-show talk with Desmond Richardson and dancers from Complexions Contemporary Ballet, as well as discussions with Lillian Barbeito and Tina Finkelman Berkett, Co-Directors of BODYTRAFFIC, and Tamara Hoffman, Senior Ballet Mistress of Ballet Memphis. Participants enjoyed master classes with notable artists such as Desmond Richardson, Co-Founder of Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Gonzalo Garcia, Principal Dancer with New York City Ballet, and Saleemah Knight. Additional offerings included a master class with Brian Hirano and Aris Paracuelles of Quest Crew, along with a Hip Hop and Broadway Jazz Intensive led by Lisa Jay and Darrien Henning. Hope Boykin of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater also conducted a master class, making this a truly dynamic year for the dance community!
Ballet Memphis  |  BODYTRAFFIC  |  Complexions Contemporary Ballet  |  Desmond Richardson, Complexions Contemporary Ballet  |  Lorena Feijoo, San Francisco Ballet  |  Vitor Luiz, San Francisco Ballet  |  Misty Copeland, American Ballet Theatre  |  Gonzalo Garcia, New York City Ballet  |  Ekphrasis collaboration

(June 2014)
“Carnival” – [seven-dgress], Laguna Beach

(September 2014)
First Thursdays Art Walk – Select Galleries in Laguna Beach

April 7, 2014

Laguna Beach Alliance for the Arts: Jodie Gates – Artist of the Year

September 2, 2014

Proclamation Recognizing the Laguna Dance Festival’s 10th Season

September 4, 2014

Highly Regarded Laguna Dance Festival Marks Its 10th Season