Winning Works
Overview
All submissions for the Choreographers of Color Awards 2012 have been received and reviewed by the selection committee. We would like to thank all of the applicants for submitting their applications and talented works. The choreographers that have been chosen for this year's Choreographers of Color Awards are Bennyroyce Royon, Carlos dos Santos, and Ray Mercer. The choreographers are coming to work the the Joffrey Academy Trainees from January until March.
The three winning choreographers and Academy Artisic Director, Alexei Kremnev will be showcasing their creative works in an exciting and exhilarating performance entitled Winning Works: Choreographers of Color Awards 2012. The Winning Works performance will be held on Sunday, March 11, 2012 at 4:00pm. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door and are on sale now at www.harristheaterchicago.org.
If you would like to join the choreographers for a post-performance discussion and reception, please RSVP here.
Reserve a spot in the Winning Works Contemporary Dance Workshop on March 5, 7 & 8 by contacting reception [at] joffrey [dot] org today!
Video
Interview with Carlos dos Santos, Jr., winner of the 2011-2012 Choreographers of Color Award
Interview with Ray Mercer, winner of the 2011-2012 Choreographers of Color Award
Interview with Bennyroyce Royon, winner of the 2011-2012 Choreographers of Color Award
Interview with Francisco Avina, winner of the 2010-2011 Choreographers of Color Award
Interview with dancers of the 2010-2011 Choreographers of Color Award Performance
Interview with Amy E. Hall, winner of the 2010-2011 Choreographers of Color Award
News
| Headline | Topic | Publication | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dance Découpage | Winning Works | Dance Teacher Magazine | March 1, 2012 | |
| Get the skinny on theater, dance & music with a plethora of performing arts news | Winning Works | examiner.com | November 17, 2011 | |
| Stage Notes — ‘Crowns’ cast is set; Joffrey announces Choreographers of Color awards | Winning Works | suntimes.com | November 16, 2011 | |
| Call for Artists: Joffrey Ballet's 'Choreographers of Color' | Winning Works | Gapers Block | September 7, 2011 | |
| Joffrey issues call for 'Choreographers of Color' Award | Winning Works | Windy City TImes | September 7, 2011 | |
| Joffrey Ballet launches a National call for Artists for the Second Annual Choreographers of Color Award | Winning Works | El Dia | September 6, 2011 | |
| Of Interest to Chicago Dance | Winning Works | Clara54 | September 2, 2011 | |
| Joffrey Ballet Calls For Choreographers | Winning Works | Chicago 3 Media | September 2, 2011 |
Sponsors
Sponsors
|
|
|
Theater rental and services have been generously donated through the support of the Harris Theater for Music and Dance. |
Winners
Tickets
| Sun |
Mar 11, 2012 - 4:00pm |
Tickets |