Artist Voices

Impressions from choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa on the creation of her new work

Posted March 19, 2009 in Artist Voices, in Process of Creation (No Comments)

It’s been nine days since Luna Negra Dance Theater dancers and I have started to work on the creation of Nube Blanco (White cloud). I guess I can say we finished the piece yesterday right before the Company took off on a small tour to Asheville. I’ve been surprised and amazed by the dancers’ energy, dedication and extreme speed in

Posted January 26, 2009 in Artist Voices, in On the Horizon (No Comments)

I have to say that it has been a great 10 years for me personally. Not just being a dancer here, but being a founder member means a lot to me. I think it is amazing how far we have gotten in the 10 years that Luna Negra has been around. I vividly remember when the company started. We didn't

Posted January 20, 2009 in Artist Voices (No Comments)

Why is it so important to celebrate ten years? Well, to start, is not often that an arts organization turns ten these days, particularly a dance company. Dance companies struggle with audience development and finding the necessary resources to help them thrive and grow. Most continue as pick up companies or have one major performance a year which keeps them

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