Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre/Notes in Motion

@NYCulture’s / NYC Department of Cultural Affairs’ FY2025 Cultural Development Fund (CDF)!! Art and culture are the heart and soul of New York, contributing to a safer, stronger, more vibrant city. We’re proud to be among 1,078 organizations receiving over $59 million through the CDF - the largest-ever city allocation for the program, thanks to the partnership between the NYC Mayor’s Office and the City Council. This investment in our work will help us bring programs to members of our community. This CDF grant will support our 25th Anniversary Performance Season and the World Premiere of Awaken May 8-10, 2025 @NYLiveArts and our @notesinmotiondance Programs in over 75 NYC Public Schools! You can read more about this year’s CDF awards at nyc.gov/culture. #NYCulture #dancenyc #nonprofit #danceeducation #amandaselwyndance #notesinmotion #inclusiveeducation #community #bethechange #dancetheatre #danceinschools #nycshools Marie Etienne Sandy Forbes, RPA, LEED GA Patricia HallsteinRegina Morgan Belle, MS.EdShircara StewartAlana Urda

Next Friday ?? Join us for an open level salsa class, and bring a friend for free! Heat up your Valentine's Day with the passion and energy of salsa with Angélica Barbosa! Whether you're a beginner or have some moves under your belt, this special class will have you and your partner (or solo) dancing with flair. Perfect for couples, friends, or singles looking to celebrate love and connection through dance. No prior experience necessary. Buy one class and bring a friend for free. Register HERE: https://lnkd.in/gP7RHjzA

Save the date! Join us Feb. 5 at 6pm for Wednesday Night Blues Revival: Yoga & Live Music with Sheri Celentano and Johnny Holleran For the last 12 plus years Sheri Celentano and Johnny Holleran have joined forces to create a dynamic, spiritual experience of yoga and music. This project has been across the States and in Europe, has served yoga centers, music and yoga festivals as well as the youth of NYC at the Rubin Museum. From Bonnaroo Festival, Canadian Yoga Festivals, German Yoga Conferences to small group classes, music and yoga together bring harmony to your very being! Allow us to transport you into a world of movement , sound and depth. Sheri brings her Brooklyn Sass, Vinyasa Flow and deep sense of compassion paired with a fiery and nurturing nature, while Johnny, coming from the West Coast of Ireland brings masterful guitar playing, deep soulful singing and solid earth energy. The combo will be memorable! Use promo code NEWCLIENT for 50% off your first class. Register on our website: https://lnkd.in/enM8sP9g

Dance is a beautiful medium to learn about languages and cultures that are different from your own. We are so glad to hear students are expanding their knowledge through the art of dance. How has dance impacted your knowledge? Feel free to share in the comments below. Photo ID: The photo includes a quote from PS 78 Bronx which states "Exposure to various cultural dances lead some students to be more interested to learn about the languages/culture of their classmates." #dance #nycdanceeducation #nycdanceinpublicschools #artseducation #dancematters #nycdance #movementmatters #nycdanceclass

? Ring in the new year with our youth program OPEN HOUSE — this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. FREE! Tour the studio, register for classes onsite, and enjoy mini workshops taught by our talented instructors! ?? 412 Broadway, 2nd floor Photo of rehearsal director/company dancer and instructor Torrey Harada with her little one! Captured by Danica Paulos #amandaselwyn #amandaselwyndt #dancenyc #newyorkarts #newyorkcity #newyorkdance #tribecaarts #tribeca #awaken #25thseason #dance #danceeducation #nonprofit #nonprofitarts #moderndance #homestudio #spacefordance #youthdevelopment Amanda Selwyn Sandy Forbes, RPA, LEED GA Marie Etienne Tembi Hommes Shircara Stewart, MSTL, CSM,CSSBB,SPOC Regina Morgan Belle, MS.Ed Patricia Hallstein Manon Hallay Janet Cesarotti Alana Urda Ashley McQueen Oscar Antonio Rodriguez Milan Agnew Anna-Alisa Belous

Sign up today! Our Open Adult Classes are live on our website ?? https://lnkd.in/e8bNvqMi ?? Use code NEWCLIENT for 50% off your first class ? Professional dancer discounts available ? ?? Classes available for all levels! Stay tuned as we expand our class schedule and offerings this new year. Photos by?@danicapaulosphoto?& headshot courtesy [email protected] #amandaselwyn?#amandaselwyndt?#dancenyc#newyorkarts?#newyorkcity?#newyorkdance#tribecaarts?#25thseason?#dance#danceeducation?#nonprofit?#nonprofitarts#awaken?#dancestudio?#dancespace

Our adult class schedule is LIVE! Read more about our first 3 class offerings this month: ? December 10, 5:15-6:45 p.m. — Teaching Artist Workshop | Dynamic Dancemaking: A Crash Course for Educators ?? Led by Rohan Bhargava, Founder and Artistic Director of Rovaco Dance Company, this workshop equips teaching artists with practical tools to create choreography for youth and young adults. Drawing from over a decade of experience working with public schools, colleges, and professional dance companies, Rohan shares his approach to crafting dynamic, visually compelling pieces while fostering engagement and commitment from dancers. The workshop is structured as a hands-on crash course where participants will collaboratively create a short choreographic piece, experimenting with a variety of creative tools in real time. By the end of the session, participants will feel more confident in their dancemaking skills and inspired to trust their artistic instincts. ? December 13, 4-5:30 p.m. — Yoga Flow with Amanda Selwyn ?? Experience a dynamic and creative sequence in our 90-minute Yoga Flow class that blends strength, flexibility, and mindfulness to create a full-body practice that leaves you feeling balanced and energized. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner, the flow is adaptable to your level, offering options for modifications and deeper variations. Come ready to build heat, enhance flexibility, and cultivate inner calm. ?December 17, 12-1:30 p.m. — Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre Company Class with Ashley McQueen ?? Join us for a dynamic company class with Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre, where dancers can explore innovative movement techniques in a collaborative environment. Led by company artist Ashley McQueen, this class focuses on modern and contemporary dance fundamentals, creativity, and full-bodied expression. Use promo code NEWCLIENT for 50% off your first class! Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/eZ6rjJiK

This #GivingTuesday consider supporting Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre/Notes in Motion and our mission to present dynamic dance theatre productions that activate emotional expression! With our new studio space as a home for community events, performances, classes, and more, we are looking forward to celebrating our 25th anniversary with you! Link in bio to support. #nonprofitarts #nonprofit #danceeducation #newyorkarts #newyorkgiving Amanda Selwyn Sandy Forbes, RPA, LEED GA Marie Etienne Tembi Hommes Shircara Stewart, MSTL, CSM,CSSBB,SPOC Regina Morgan Belle, MS.Ed Patricia Hallstein Manon Hallay Janet Cesarotti Alana Urda Ashley McQueen Oscar Antonio Rodriguez Milan Agnew Anna-Alisa Belous

We are thrilled to announce Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre/Notes in Motion was awarded $40,000 by the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) to support the nonprofit arts and culture sector. Through New York State’s continued investment in arts and culture, NYSCA has awarded $82 million this year to 509 artists and 1,497 organizations across the state. The mission of the New York State Council on the Arts is to foster and advance the full breadth of New York State’s arts, culture, and creativity for all. To support the ongoing recovery of the arts across New York State, the Council on the Arts will award $162 million in FY2025, serving organizations and artists across all 10 of the state’s regions. The Council on the Arts further advances New York’s creative culture by convening leaders in the field and providing organizational and professional development opportunities and informational resources. Created by Governor Nelson Rockefeller in 1960 and continued with the support of Governor Hochul and the New York State Legislature, the Council is an agency that is part of the Executive Branch. For more information on NYSCA, please visit arts.ny.gov, and follow NYSCA’s Facebook page, on X @NYSCArts and Instagram @NYSCouncilontheArts. #newyork #newyorkarts #newyorkdance #danceeducation #amandaselwyn #notesinmotion Amanda Selwyn Sandy Forbes, RPA, LEED GA Marie Etienne Tembi Hommes Shircara Stewart, MSTL, CSM,CSSBB,SPOC Regina Morgan Belle, MS.Ed Patricia Hallstein Manon Hallay Janet Cesarotti Alana Urda Ashley McQueen Oscar Antonio Rodriguez Milan Agnew Anna-Alisa Belous

? Reflecting on a milestone! ? Our first Teaching Artist Workshop in our new dance studio was an inspiring success. Teaching Artists Vera and Haley brought the vibrant traditions of Eastern European Folk Dance to life, sharing their expertise with our teaching artists. This is just the beginning! Stay tuned for upcoming open workshops where we’ll invite educators and dance enthusiasts to learn how to teach diverse dance styles. Let’s continue to grow, learn, and move together! ???? #TeachingArtists #DanceEducation #EasternEuropeanDance #AmandaSelwynDanceTheatre #NotesInMotion #CommunityInMotion #DanceWorkshops Amanda Selwyn Sandy Forbes, RPA, LEED GA Marie Etienne Tembi Hommes Shircara Stewart, MSTL, CSM,CSSBB,SPOC Regina Morgan Belle, MS.Ed Patricia Hallstein Manon Hallay Janet Cesarotti Alana Urda Ashley McQueen Oscar Antonio Rodriguez Milan Agnew Anna-Alisa Belous