Community Calendar

Mendocino Dance Project’s newest production in theaters uses contemporary dance to express the times we are currently living. Surface Tension explores what it means to stay human in turbulent times, giving voice to the chaos and undercurrents just beneath the surface. Artistic director Kara Starkweather weaves together a variety of themes into an evening length performance with dancers Emily Anthony, Priya Birchard, Jessica Curl, Mackenzie Rain, and Natalie Thiel-Gebheim.

Just below the surface the waters are chaotic, tossing us around from one extreme to the other. There is too much on our minds, too much to be reminded of, to consider, to witness, to discuss, to react to, to hold. How do we stay connected to our humanity? How do we stay soft and sensitive to one another when processing so much? Join us for Surface Tension as we find one another and stay resilient despite the chaos. In our shared experience we find strength, joy, and the space to finally exhale.

Mendocino Dance Project’s newest production in theaters uses contemporary dance to express the times we are currently living. Surface Tension explores what it means to stay human in turbulent times, giving voice to the chaos and undercurrents just beneath the surface. Artistic director Kara Starkweather weaves together a variety of themes into an evening length performance with dancers Emily Anthony, Priya Birchard, Jessica Curl, Mackenzie Rain, and Natalie Thiel-Gebheim.

Just below the surface the waters are chaotic, tossing us around from one extreme to the other. There is too much on our minds, too much to be reminded of, to consider, to witness, to discuss, to react to, to hold. How do we stay connected to our humanity? How do we stay soft and sensitive to one another when processing so much? Join us for Surface Tension as we find one another and stay resilient despite the chaos. In our shared experience we find strength, joy, and the space to finally exhale.

Drum Class 5:45-7pm then followed by Dance Class 7-8:30pm

~We study the same rhythm in both classes to learn it both with the drum and then the dance and study it for a full month to have the opportunity to ingrain.

~Come to drum class and follow it by dancing the same rhythm or stay and drum for the dance class. All people, all levels, all bodies are welcome

Step into an evening of movement and imagination as dancers explore the powerful interplay between light and shadow. Through dynamic choreography and evocative music, the recital journeys through moments of darkness, resilience, and discovery. Light & Shadow invites audiences to reflect on how even in the deepest darkness, we can still find the light. ✨

Step into an evening of movement and imagination as dancers explore the powerful interplay between light and shadow. Through dynamic choreography and evocative music, the recital journeys through moments of darkness, resilience, and discovery. Light & Shadow invites audiences to reflect on how even in the deepest darkness, we can still find the light. ✨

Live band, with caller to teach steps used in simple country dances. Come before 7:30 to get signed in. Instruction begins promptly at 7:30. Wear comfortable clothes and smooth-soled shoes. Friendly folks, no partner necessary, everybody dances with everybody. Soooo much fun!!

English Country Dance is Fun, Friendly, Folk Dance for All! Live music with "Take a Dance" the Mendocino ECD Orchestra. No partner or previous experience necessary. Please wear comfortable, smooth-soled shoes.
Lesson at 7:30, Dancing 8:00 to 10:00pm. All dances taught and prompted.

Drum Class 5:45-7pm then followed by Dance Class 7-8:30pm

~We study the same rhythm in both classes to learn it both with the drum and then the dance and study it for a full month to have the opportunity to ingrain.

~Come to drum class and follow it by dancing the same rhythm or stay and drum for the dance class. All people, all levels, all bodies are welcome

Drum Class 5:45-7pm then followed by Dance Class 7-8:30pm

~We study the same rhythm in both classes to learn it both with the drum and then the dance and study it for a full month to have the opportunity to ingrain.

~Come to drum class and follow it by dancing the same rhythm or stay and drum for the dance class. All people, all levels, all bodies are welcome

Drum Class 5:45-7pm then followed by Dance Class 7-8:30pm

~We study the same rhythm in both classes to learn it both with the drum and then the dance and study it for a full month to have the opportunity to ingrain.

~Come to drum class and follow it by dancing the same rhythm or stay and drum for the dance class. All people, all levels, all bodies are welcome