2018

In 2018, Laguna Dance showcased an impressive lineup of master classes that greatly enriched the artistic community. Dancers learned from Beckanne Sisk of Ballet West and engaged with the talented company of Complexions Contemporary Ballet. The inaugural Summer Intensive, featuring industry leaders Jodie Gates, Desmond Richardson, Will Johnston, and Gillian Finlay, fostered creativity and collaboration among participants. Additionally, master classes with Hope Boykin from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre and principal artist Clifford Williams offered invaluable insights. This year was a vibrant celebration of dance and professional growth!

PHOTOS

ARTISTS & COMPANIES PRESENTED

Sankofa Danzafro | Complexions Contemporary Ballet | Stars of Dance – Ballet West, Diavolo Architecture in Motion, Glorya Kaufman School of Dance, National Ballet of Canada, San Francisco Ballet | USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance | Entity Contemporary Dance – Festival of Arts | Contra Tiempo – Festival of Arts

SCHOLARSHIPS

Laguna Dance Festival Young Artist Scholarship Recipients:
Sophia Frilot, Jacob Kurihara, Riley Parish, Taylor Tran, Jessalyn Ward

Laguna Beach High School Recipient:
Hilary Estreicher

EVENTS

(March 1, 2018)
First Thursdays Art Walk, USC Kaufman School of Dance

(May 18, 2018)
“West Coast Story” – [seven-degrees], Laguna Beach

(July 29, 2018)
Entity Contemporary Dance – Festival of Arts, Laguna Beach

(August 26, 2018)
Contra Tiempo – Festival of Arts, Laguna Beach

(September 6, 2018)
First Thursdays, Art Walk, USC Kaufman School of Dance

(October 4, 2018)
Backstage with Complexions, on-stage dance rehearsal

(November 1, 2018)
First Thursdays Art Walk, USC Kaufman School of Dance