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A Dance & Performing Arts Studio

15th annual summer production.

Sunday, June 30th

Tickets can be purchased through the Poway Center for Performing Arts online anytime or by calling the box office at (858) 748-0505 from 1-6pm Fridays and Saturdays.

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Please email [email protected] to schedule your trial class. If you submitted a form via this link and didn’t receive a reply, please email us direct ([email protected] or call 858-524-6355 so we can connect!

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12120 Alta Carmel Ct, Suite D, 92128 | 858.524.6355

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BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Base packages start at $350 for a 2 hour standard birthday party… more

PERFORMANCE CREW

An audition-based dance crew

SPACE RENTAL

Dance & Company can host your events! We rent our studio space… more

Mission Statement

Our mission at Dance & Company is to give all of our students, beginner, intermediate and advanced (of all ages) not only a good foundation in dance training and practice, but also the fundamentals and education in the art of dance and dance history.  Classes will be offered in an accessible and affordable venue and will be taught by experienced and credentialed instructors offering progressive teaching methods while maintaining a fun and encouraging atmosphere.

A Full Spectrum Dance and Performing Arts Studio

Artistic Director Katie Collins and Business Director Lisa Lewis co-own Dance & Company.

Lisa has a comprehensive knowledge of dance, studying ballet for over 30 years. Lisa is also certified in Mat Pilates.

Katie began her training at the age of 3 and received a degree in journalism and media studies with a minor in dance from San Diego State University.

Our faculty consists of talented professional instructors, along with a warm and welcoming  reception staff .

Variety of Classes

Affordable and accessible; providing a healthy and happy environment for all ages and levels

Talented and Educated

A knowledgeable and encouraging staff

We foster your talent

Annual Productions to showcase our talented dancers and choreographers in a non-competitive environment

A Dance Family

A second home to many of our dancers

Non-Competitive

We are a non-competitive studio

CONTACT INFO

Dance & Company Rancho Bernardo

[email protected]

12120 Alta Carmel Ct. Suite D

San Diego, CA 92128

858.524.6355

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Welcome to Z Company Arts

Z Company Arts Dance and Tumble located in Monroe, Ohio is open to over 350 students with three unique programs; Company, Competition, and Recreational. The studio provides options for all ages and levels with the best training in the area.

Recreational Classes for ages 3+ ​

Tumble 

Ballet/ Jazz Combo 

Hip Hop 

Our preschoolers and grade schoolers have fun making friends and gaining confidence while learning age appropriate technique and skills! 

Ballet / Jazz Combo classes are apart of our performance program where they learn two routines and perform on stage 3 times throughout the year. 

Competition Teams for ages 5+

Training 2 days/week (4-5 hours/ week) in:

Contemporary

Competition teams compete in Contemporary/ Lyrical and Jazz at local competitions, 1 travel competition, and recital. Competition teams also perform in our yearly performance at the Lebanon Horse Parade and show off their Hip Hop dance at our recreation recital. Optional summer tr aining available.

Company Teams for ages 5+

Training 3-4 days/week (7-12  hours/week) in:

Ballet (Pointe option with approval)

We have the best faculty ready to take your dancer to the next level. Discover the Z Company difference! 

Company teams train in all styles of dance and compete in Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, or Open categories at local and travel competitions. Our Company teams attend conventions for additional training opportunities, perform extra dances at the Lebanon Horse Parade and at Recital, and participate in Vision - a student choreographed showcase in the Spring. Summer training includes 2 week-long in-house training camps - Tech week and GAIN. 

THE INTERNATIONALLY-ACCLAIMED AATMA PERFORMING ARTS

Dance company.

about  us

AATMA Performing Arts is an acclaimed dance company that stands at the unique intersection of traditional Indian performance and modern movement. Founded by Amit Shah, the company has found a delicate balance in fusing Indian classical and folk dance with Western disciplines.  AATMA has received international acclaim and media attention in North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Epitomized in praise from Bollywood icon Farah Khan—“their choreography is even better than the film”—AATMA blends the colorful experiences of the Indian diaspora to create products coined as “visually grand and dynamic” and “a kaleidoscope of colour and beauty” by publications such as The New York Times, The Star-Ledger, and various other global publications.

AATMA’s dance company has opened for Carrie Underwood and John Legend as well as headlined performances for several Fortune 100 companies (Bank of America, PepsiCo, MetLife, Walt Disney). The company has performed alongside Priyanka Chopra, A.R. Rahman, Jonita Gandhi, Neeti Mohan and has been featured on Netflix, Food Network, NBC, The Today Show, HBO, and Bravo.

Its international Indian dance spectacle, Mystic India: The World Tour has sold out hundreds of venues throughout four continents and has been seen by over HALF A MILLION people worldwide. The show was voted “The Must-See Show of the Season” in 2013 by City and Shore Magazine.

AATMA’s award-winning dance institution prioritizes giving its students a well-rounded education in Indian and American culture through dance, building on the various specialties of its growing company. It remains dedicated to this mission, creating a brilliant fusion of the eastern and western world, all the while influencing others around the world to do the same.

ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE SENSES

AATMA's highly-trained dancers have worked with some of the industry's top artists around the world.  Our goal is to deliver a "WOW" factor to our clients while maintaining a genuine balance of both eastern and western art forms.

Our dancers travel worldwide and are available for:

PRIVATE EVENTS

Corporate events.

FILM & MUSIC VIDEOS

Halftime shows, school programs.

AMIT SHAH FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Amit Shah is the Founder & Creative Director of AATMA Performing Arts and Mystic India: The World Tour. He is known for his innovative eye and attention to detail as he combines his experience in theatre, visual arts, and dance to serve as a compelling force in the entertainment industry. Amit’s unique style merges strength and sensuality, while his perception of choreography and production combines both a dancer’s emotions and an audience’s virtual experience. He is also the costume and set designer for all of his productions.

Amit’s work has been featured globally on stage and received tremendous accolades with the media worldwide. He has worked alongside Bollywood titans Priyanka Chopra, A.R. Rahman, Jonita Gandhi, Neeti Mohan, and assisted in choreography on Bollywood film sets with Deepika Padukone, John Abraham, Genelia D’Souza and Shahrukh Khan’s production house, Red Chillies Entertainment. He has choreographed for Royal Caribbean’s Spectrum of the Seas, Netflix’s Brown Nation, NBC’s New Amsterdam, and the IIFA Awards.

Amit strives to preserve the beauty of Indian dance and entertain the masses in a way that highlights the true spirit of his culture.

913-681-3318

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DANCE COMPANY

The First Act KC Dance Company is a select group of dancers who represent the First Act Theatre Arts Dance Studio out in the community and at specialized dance performances. Students audition for the group during the fall semester. Rehearsals are held in the winter and spring, and the group begins performing during the spring semester.

Dance Company Requirements:

• Any level of dancer!
• Must be taking a dance class at First Act in the style they want to do in Company
• Must be enrolled in a Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 Dance Class
• Must be enrolled in a Ballet class with First Act or able to take at least two of the Saturday Ballet workshops that are offered in the fall and spring.
• Must be ages 12-18 (must turn 12 by January 1, 2024).

Company tuition of $350 will be assessed to those selected. A $400 Company fee will be required to cover costumes, conventions, etc. There will also be additional cost for travel to and from any Dance Company events. 

2023-2024 Dance Company

Leader: Liz Watkins

Teachers: Amy Carson, April Okken & Hope Williams

Audrey Poling Ceci Sellers Emily LaBarge Gennie Poling Harper Ward Jolee Tindle Joy Dee Katelyn Wilkins Kathleen Okken Lizzie Cure Maddie Cure Maggie Weiss Marie Orrison Shea Coselmon Tatum McGinness Wood

Project Dance 2024

We will be going to Project Dance in April of 2024 in New York! More info on this coming soon!

Upcoming Performances

February 3, 2024 – Performance at Culture House Stage & Studio at the Oak Park Mall

Learn. Create. Inspire. Believe.

6800 W. 153rd St. Suite A, Overland Park, KS 66223 (and in venues across the KC metro)

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California Ballet Company

Celebrating 50 Years as San Diego's premier professional classical ballet company! The California Ballet Company's (CBC) mission is to present high quality, professional works and educational opportunities to the community of Southern California, and preserve the classical dance style through maintaining a resident company of professional dancers. California Ballet Company presented its first performance to the San Diego community in 1968 under the directorship of Maxine K. Mahon. With new leadership under Executive Director, Michael Currey and Artistic Director, Jared Nelson, California Ballet Company sets its sights on the next 50 years of serving the community with artistic excellence. 

For nearly half a century, California Ballet Company has provided the Southern California Community with access to affordable professional productions of classical ballets, contemporary works, and artistic innovations. Its affiliate school, the California Ballet School, provides many up-and-coming dancers for the company's apprentice program.

Now celebrating the 2018-2019 Season, California Ballet Company presents: 

Noche Latina at the Balboa Theatre

Nutcracker at the Civic Theatre

Cinderella at the Civic Theatre

California Ballet Company is the resident ballet company of the San Diego Civic Theatre and the Balboa Theatre and the only Nutcracker in San Diego to be accompanied by the San Diego Symphony.

Neighborhood: Mission Valley and Old Town

4819 Ronson Court San Diego, CA 92111

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Dance Tours

Making every beat count.

Peak Group Travel offers the chance for students to take their dancing to the next level by taking their troupe on the road. This is the perfect opportunity for dancers to get out of the practice room and explore their talent on a bigger stage. With Peak Group Travel, students can have the trip of a lifetime while being the stars of their own show.

Dance Tour Company Spotlight: Peak Group Travel

At Peak Group Travel, we pride ourselves on being a leading dance tour company that caters to the diverse needs and aspirations of dancers. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the following key aspects:

• Customized Experiences : We understand that every dance troupe is unique. That’s why we offer customized dance tour packages tailored to your specific goals, whether it’s mastering a dance style, competing at international events, or simply exploring the world through dance.
• Expert Instruction : We can provide you access to master classes and workshops that are led by world-class instructors and choreographers who provide valuable insights, mentorship, and inspiration to dancers of all levels.
• Safety First : The safety and well-being of our participants are paramount. We implement rigorous safety protocols, including 24/7 support and emergency response, to ensure a secure and worry-free dance tour experience.
• Global Reach : With a network that spans the globe, we offer dance tour destinations that include iconic performance venues, renowned festivals, and culturally rich destinations that provide a holistic dance experience.
• Affordability : We understand the importance of cost-effective options for dance tours. Our commitment to affordability means that dancers can pursue their passion without financial constraints.

Benefits of Dance Tours

• Exposure to Different Styles : Dance tours often expose participants to various dance styles and techniques. Dancers can expand their repertoire and develop a broader skill set.
• Networking Opportunities : Meeting fellow dancers, instructors, and industry professionals from around the world can open doors to future collaborations and career opportunities.
• Performance Experience : Dance tours provide valuable performance experience. Dancers get the chance to showcase their talents on prestigious stages and in front of diverse audiences.
• Cultural Immersion : Traveling to different destinations allows dancers to immerse themselves in new cultures. This cultural enrichment can inspire creativity and add depth to their art.
• Personal Growth : Dance tours challenge dancers to step out of their comfort zones, fostering personal growth, resilience, and self-confidence.
• Lasting Memories : Dance tours create lasting memories and friendships. The shared experiences and adventures on the road forge strong bonds among participants.

Dance Trip Destinations: Elevating Your Dance Journey

While Broadway may be a dream destination for many dancers, there’s a world of other possibilities waiting to be explored. From Disney’s world-class performance stage to iconic venues around the globe, the options are endless. Choosing the right dance trip destination is crucial to providing your students with the best chance at success, and with Peak Group Travel, we guarantee just that.

Dance Tour Packages: Bonded for Life

Strong bonds among dancers are the foundation of outstanding performances. At Peak Group Travel, we offer dance tour packages that not only provide incredible performance opportunities but also foster lasting relationships between dancers. Our master classes, held in various cities from Los Angeles to New York City, create a supportive environment where dancers can connect and grow. These bonds can last a lifetime and contribute to unforgettable performances.

Dance Trip Planner: Dance Mastery

To reach their full potential, dance students need more than local competitions and in-house training. Our dance performance tours can include master classes, dance workshops, and dance performances that offer opportunities to compete with international dancers, train with world-renowned performers, and participate in prestigious performing arts programs. These experiences during dance tours help dancers master their craft and build the confidence needed to shine on stage.

Dance Trip Ideas: Professional Performance

Supplementing in-house learning with dance workshops and performance opportunities at well-known festivals, events, and venues is the key to helping dance students reach their full potential. Our dance trip ideas focus on jumpstarting their careers and nurturing their growth into professionals who can confidently take the stage.

Best Dance Tour Destinations for Ballet Dancers: Graceful Performances Await

For ballet dancers, finding the perfect stage to showcase their grace and technique is essential. Our carefully curated list of the best dance tour destinations for ballet dancers includes renowned venues that provide the ideal backdrop for ballet performances. These destinations offer not only the opportunity to dance but also the chance to immerse in the world of ballet.

Affordable Dance Trip Packages for Hip Hop Dancers: Groove to the Beat on a Budget

Hip hop dancers looking for an unforgettable experience without breaking the bank can benefit from our expertise in planning the perfect dance performance tour. These trips cater to the unique needs and interests of hip hop dancers, offering opportunities to showcase their style and skills on a global stage.

Custom Dance Tour Itineraries for Contemporary Dancers: Embracing Creativity and Innovation

Contemporary dancers thrive on innovation and creativity. Our custom dance tour itineraries for contemporary dancers are designed to provide a platform for them to explore and experiment with their art. These tours offer the freedom to express their unique dance styles and push the boundaries of contemporary dance.

Dance Trip Budget Tips for Parents: Empowering Support

Parents play a vital role in making dance tours possible for their children. Our dance trip budget tips for parents are designed to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to support your child’s dance journey without straining your finances.

Dance Trip Logistics: A Seamless Performance Journey

Creating a successful dance tour requires meticulous planning and organization. At Peak Group Travel, we take care of all the dance trip logistics so you can focus on perfecting your performance. Our team will work with you to create custom itineraries that cater to your specific needs, ensuring a seamless journey from start to finish.

Dance Trip Safety Tips for Students: Dancing Securely on the Global Stage

Safety is our top priority at Peak Group Travel. We understand that when you entrust us with your students, you expect the highest level of care and security. That’s why we have implemented comprehensive dance trip safety measures to ensure that your dancers are safe and well-protected throughout their journey. Our experienced staff is trained to handle any situation, and we have a network of resources to address any unforeseen challenges.

Dance Trip Planning Guide: Your Comprehensive Dance Companion

Planning a dance tour can be a complex endeavor, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Our dance trip planning guide serves as your comprehensive resource, offering step-by-step advice, tips, and insights to ensure that your tour is a resounding success. Whether you’re a seasoned dance instructor or a parent new to the world of dance tours, this guide will be your trusted companion.

Dance Tour Experience: Unleash Your Dance Potential

Peak Group Travel is dedicated to providing students with unforgettable dance tour experiences. Our mission is to empower young dancers to explore, connect, and grow through the art of dance. With a focus on excellence, affordability, and safety, we ensure that every dance tour is a stepping stone toward a brighter future in the world of dance.

PERFORMANCE EDUCATION

There are many performance arts opportunities offered by Peak Group Travel. These programs allow students to visit iconic performance halls, museums, and libraries around the world and give them a chance to be a part of a magical number in Disney’s Magic Music Days or the Universal “STARS” program. We’ll deliver the perfect dance trip, whatever your goals are for your dance troupe.

CLINICS AND WORKSHOPS

Dance is an exciting and beautiful art form that many people enjoy. Those who wish to pursue it professionally can benefit greatly from taking classes with master choreographers. Peak offers a unique opportunity to do just that, by providing access to some of the best instructors in the world. This is an invaluable experience for any aspiring dancer, and one that will surely help them reach their full potential.

THE DANCE EVENT OF THE SEASON

Booking a tour with a professional travel company can help your students get ahead of their peers by providing them with the exposure and experience they need to launch their careers. A dance tour is the perfect way to reward, challenge, and entertain your students, all while helping them further their careers.

LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS

Competitions are a great way to push students to be their best selves. They can learn from other dancers and be motivated to train harder. Competition also serves as a great opportunity for students to gain self-confidence and a renewed passion for dance. With Peak Group Travel, we make sure to sign you up for competitions that fit your students’ skills and abilities that will leave a memorable impression on them pushing them to greatness.

Testimonials

” I would like to take this opportunity to thank your for organizing the trip to Orlando for the West Orange Music Department. The trip was considered a major success. From the planning stages to the last day, you played a major role in making this an experience to remember for all of our staff and students. Your professionalism is acknowledged by the way you provided us with the many options to choose from and by working within the budget of the student population. Every detail while we were in Florida was handled in a way which enabled the staff to focus on their responsibilities. I would also like to express my gratitude for your assistance with our emergency situation on the last day. You played an important role I assisting Mr. Kelly during this time of need. I appreciate you taking the time to obtain the flight for the student who became ill and the accompanying staff. It’s comforting to know that we are working with a true professional as yourself. I look forward to planning future trips with you and your company. “

Louis Quagliato, Fine Arts Supervisor

West Orange High School, West Orange, NJ

55+ Tampa dance company spreads joy and inspiration across America

TAMPA, Fla. (BLOOM) — Established in 2022 by Liz Roberts and Paula Henson, America’s Golden Dream Dancers (AGDD) is revolutionizing the dance world with a unique concept that brings senior dancers together from across the country. With over 40 years of combined experience in dance education and performance, Roberts and Henson have created a dance company for performers aged 55 and up.

“We wanted to show that you can continue to do what you love, regardless of age,” Henson said. “Our mission is to bring dancers together across America, and we’ve only just begun.”

AGDD’s 34 dancers hail from six states: California, Texas, Florida, Oregon, Ohio, and Georgia. The company conducts its rehearsals and training sessions via Zoom, making it possible for members from diverse locations to participate. The dancers’ backgrounds range from professional dance careers to those who simply have a passion for dancing.

“Dance is an art that should be shared and enjoyed by all,” Roberts said. “We take great pride in our standard of excellence, with outstanding choreography, technique, and performances that entertain audiences of all ages.”

The company has already showcased its talent in several high-profile performances, including a recent appearance at Disneyland in November 2023. Upcoming shows are scheduled for the Disney World Waterside Stage at Disney Springs on Sept. 20 and on the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines’ “Adventure of the Seas” main stage on Sept. 22 and 26.

“Our shows are tailored for all ages and walks of life,” Henson said. “Audiences are guaranteed to be entertained by the talent we bring to the stage.”

AGDD’s dancers have varied backgrounds, including some with professional experience in theater, the Olympics, and the NBA, while others are lifelong dance enthusiasts. The company aims to inspire others to pursue their passions, no matter their age.

About America’s Golden Dream Dancers:

America’s Golden Dream Dancers was established in 2022 by Liz Roberts and Paula Henson. With a mission to bring dancers together across America, AGDD provides an opportunity for performers aged 55 and up to showcase their talents. The company prides itself on delivering exceptional performances that entertain and inspire audiences of all ages.

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Tribecan Amy Sewell , who wrote and made the film “Mad Hot Ballroom,” has produced another film about local dancers — this time a documentary about Gibney Company , the dance troupe that has been on Chambers and Broadway for the past decade. “ Shake These Bones” sold out at the Big Apple Film Festival this week and is now on its way to the Seattle Film Festival — a biggie.

“Mad Hot Ballroom” was her story about local kids learning ballroom dancing at PS 150 that she originally wrote for the Tribeca Trib and then turned into a documentary in 2005. And this is another Tribeca origin story, tracing Gibney’s preparation as it doubles the size of its ensemble to present a World Premiere Program at the Joyce Theater.

Sewell at first didn’t think it could come together. “Exec producer Bethany Menzies came to me in December of 2019 and said she wanted to make an impact film. I was pessimistic and told her it would cost at least $250K, one third to start,” Sewell recounted. “In January 2020 she called with the $. I was flabbergasted. Plus this film WAS and IS totally Tribeca.”

The documentary spans the company’s journey through the pandemic to opening night in November 2021. The film was produced by Sewell and Menzies, directed by Olga Lvoff with cinematography by Daniel Kharlak. Backing was secured by January 2020 and production began in late February. Two weeks later, the city was on lockdown. Still, the show went on.

Gibney Company was founded 1991 by choreographer Gina Gibney as a socially active dance company with a single dance studio in midtown. By the time the company acquired its second location here at 280 Broadway in 2014, it had expanded to 23 studios, five performance spaces, and 52,000 square feet of space.

Following its 25th anniversary in 2016, the organization re-envisioned Gibney Company to better support its dancers. Now known as Artistic Associates, company members receive 52-week contracts, health insurance, on-site physical therapy, an annual artistic sabbatical, and paid vacation.

The company also commissions work in addition to performing Gina Gibney’s choreography, including pieces from Bryan Arias, Shannon Gillen, Shamel Pitts, Adam Barruch, Chanel DaSilva, Bobbi Jene Smith, Micaela Taylor, Stefanie Batten Bland, Peter Chu, Banning Bouldin, Mark Caserta and Yin Yue. And in January 2020, the company received a $2 million gift from Andrew A. Davis, a trustee of the Shelby Cullom Davis Charitable Fund.

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• Seattle Shakespeare in the park and more outdoor performances in summer 2024

Some may not be too picky when it comes to outdoor performance — after all, nearly any show can be blissful on a warm Seattle evening in July. But this year’s summer slate is a reminder that the region’s companies take the season seriously, with a host of intriguing dance performances, beloved musicals and yes, plenty of Shakespeare. 

Here are this summer’s outdoor highlights to mark in your calendar.

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“Matilda the Musical” and “Cinderella” at Kitsap Forest Theater

Founded in 1923, the Kitsap Forest Theater begins its second century of presenting shows among the evergreens in a natural amphitheater in the Rhododendron Preserve near Bremerton. This year, the company will stage two musicals: Tim Minchin and Dennis Kelly’s charming “Matilda the Musical,” based on Roald Dahl’s novel, and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella,” originally produced on Broadway in 2013.

“Matilda the Musical” runs May 26-June 16 and “Cinderella” runs July 27-Aug. 18; 3000 Seabeck Highway, Bremerton; $10-$23; 206-542-7815, foresttheater.com

“the sky is the same color everywhere or on the rapture of being alive” from MALACARNE and Alice Gosti

Experimental dance group MALACARNE and performance artist Alice Gosti are staging another durational performance, after 2022’s five-hour “this is concrete II” at the Georgetown Steam Plant. As ambitious in scope is this summer’s premiere of “the sky is the same color everywhere or on the rapture of being alive,” which will use its five-hour runtime to explore themes of colonialism, urban space and utopian architecture in the public courtyard of downtown’s airy, nature-inspired 2+U tower .

June 27, 5-10 p.m.; 1201 Second Ave., Seattle; free; malacarne.co

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” presented by Bainbridge Performing Arts

Perhaps the platonic ideal of an outdoor theater experience, Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” will come to life on the picturesque grounds of the Bloedel Reserve on Bainbridge Island. If a magical world filled with romantic intrigue and comic mischief somehow isn’t endearing enough, a beautiful nature preserve standing in for the play’s enchanted forest ought to do it.

June 27-July 14; 7571 N.E. Dolphin Drive, Bainbridge Island; $25-$30; 206-842-8569, bainbridgeperformingarts.org

“The Two Gentlemen of Verona” presented by Seattle Shakespeare Company’s Wooden O

You’ll have plenty of chances to catch this year’s Wooden O production, with performances in Seattle-area parks most Wednesday-Sunday nights for six weeks. This year, Seattle Shakes takes on one of the Bard’s earliest plays, “The Two Gentlemen of Verona,” in which a pair of friends vie for the affections of the same woman. 

June 27-Aug. 4; various locations; free; 206-733-8222, seattleshakespeare.org/woodeno

GreenStage’s Shakespeare in the Park, Backyard Bard and Seattle Outdoor Theater Festival

Seattle’s other outdoor Shakespeare stalwart GreenStage continues the War of the Roses history saga it began last year, this year presenting “Henry VI: Part 2” and “Part 3.” Didn’t catch the first part and don’t want to join the story in progress? The company is also staging “Twelfth Night,” arguably Shakespeare’s best comedy. As usual, two abbreviated Backyard Bard stagings will be offered for those who prefer Bill bite-sized: “All’s Well That Ends Well” and “Julius Caesar.” Touring around Seattle-area parks, the GreenStage productions will also anchor the Seattle Outdoor Theater Festival at Volunteer Park from July 13-14.

July 12-Aug. 17; various locations; free; 206-748-1552, greenstage.org

“The Lucky Chance” and “King Lear” at Island Shakespeare Festival

Island Shakespeare Festival offers two compelling reasons to visit Whidbey Island this summer. First is Restoration-era comedy “The Lucky Chance,” written by Aphra Behn, one of the first women to make a living as a writer. Presented in association with Brooklyn-based Expand the Canon, which seeks to highlight underrepresented classic plays, “The Lucky Chance” is directed by Julie Beckman. And playing in repertory throughout the summer is Shakespeare’s towering masterpiece “King Lear,” directed by Terri McMahon.

“The Lucky Chance” runs July 19-Sept. 8 and “King Lear” runs July 27-Sept. 7; 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley; $15-$50; 360-209-3372, islandshakespearefest.org

“We’ll Remember Your Spine, Matr” from Velocity Dance Theater

Choreographed by Jasmine Hearn and featuring members of the Seattle Festival of Dance + Improvisation professional cohort, “We’ll Remember Your Spine, Matr” is a site-specific performance that considers the land coordinates of downtown’s Freeway Park. As part of Velocity’s summer intensive, the performance is a response to the prompt: “What do I listen to in order to arrive and depart as a keeper of this place and its collective memory?”

July 20, 6 p.m.; Freeway Park, 700 Seneca St., Seattle; free with RSVP online ; velocitydancecenter.org

“Fallen Angels” presented by Burien Actors Theatre

If fizzy farce is your preferred summer performance mood, look to Burien Actors Theatre’s South King County park performances of Noël Coward’s “Fallen Angels,” in which two married women try to keep their premarital dalliance with the same man a secret from their husbands. Once derided by censors in early 20th-century Britain for its sexual themes, “Fallen Angels” is presented by BAT in what it’s calling a “family-friendly” production.

July 21-Aug. 18 (additional dates may be announced); various locations; free; battheatre.org

Pop-up performances from Whim W’Him

Contemporary dance company Whim W’Him presents its fifth season of outdoor programming — a series of performances in parks across Seattle, and at Bumbershoot (Aug. 31-Sept. 1). The troupe’s innovative and abstract dances range from the political to the playful, built on a mission of exploring the human condition through movement.

Aug. 22-Sept. 4; various locations; free (other than ticketed Bumbershoot events); whimwhim.org

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Resurgence Dance Company returns to the Chocolate Church Arts Center this Friday and Saturday for a contemporary ballet performance called “This Is All Yours.”

The performances on May 24 and 25 begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $18 in advance and $22 the day of the show.

Resurgence Dance Company will perform a contemporary ballet at the Chocolate Church Arts Center May 24 and 25. Courtesy of Chocolate Church Arts Center

Ashley Steeves has been creating original content for Resurgence Dance Company for over 10 years. Each season brings a new theme, story or idea to the stage, interpreted by contemporary dancers that follow a similar outline to musical theater shows.

This season, Steeves decided to keep sets, props and even the number of dancers very minimal to tell a story about personality disorders and how they manifest in adulthood. The personality disorder that is the focus of this production is narcissism and how it can affect everyone in a family or group.

Members of the company have had many talks to find the delicate balance of sharing a story and honoring people who are experiencing it in real time. The cast and crew talked about being sensitive and caring towards those who suffer from the disorder, how to find peace if they find themselves struggling, and how to create healthy boundaries if someone close to them has the disorder.

The name “Resurgence” was chosen because the dance company offers adults who may have had previous dance experiences in their youth an opportunity to take up dance once again. Portland-based Vivid Motion was “a huge inspiration for creating this dance company in the Midcoast,” Steeves said. This summer, adult dance classes will be offered on Wednesday evenings at Bath Dance Works.

A piece by Penelope Jones on display at the Chocolate Church Arts Center Gallery. Courtesy of Chocolate Church Arts Center

“The focus on these classes will be contemporary and partnering, a great skill to work on as an adult dancer,” she said. “These classes are for adults who may be new to partnering or have years of experience.” For more information, email Steeves at [email protected].

The “Art 3 X 3” exhibit, which opened last month at the CCAC Gallery, continues through June 8, featuring Scott Cunningham’s photography, Penelope Jones’ collages and painting, and Mary McKone’s ceramics. For more information about this or upcoming shows, call 442-8455, go to chocolatechurcharts.org or visit the CCAC office at 804 Washington St. in Bath.

Paula McKenney is a retired newspaper editor and a volunteer at the Chocolate Church Arts Center.

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Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., the ranking member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, sent a letter to ExxonMobil, Chevron, Hess, BP America and three other fossil fuel companies demanding a trove of documents and communications.

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The new probe comes in the wake of recent revelations from a Federal Trade Commission investigation into Scott Sheffield, the former CEO of Pioneer Natural Resources Company, who allegedly attempted to illegally coordinate oil production levels with OPEC and competitors to drive up prices at the pump, the letter said.

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Republicans in Congress have long criticized the reserve, created by President Barack Obama, saying it should’ve been created by Congress.

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A couple purchased an Arabian Sea voyage, but Vantage, the cruise company, went under. Their travel insurance was supposed to cover financial default, but the claim was repeatedly denied.

By Seth Kugel

Dear Tripped Up,

In September 2022, I booked a 17-day Arabian Sea cruise through Vantage Travel Services to celebrate my 80th birthday with my wife. The cruise was to set sail in October 2023. I used my credit card to leave a $2,000 deposit and paid the remaining $17,905 shortly afterward by bank transfer. I also bought the Worldwide Trip Protector plan from Travel Insured International (for $1,954), in part because it covered financial default and bankruptcy of cruise lines. Vantage then canceled the cruise and offered me an alternative date I could not make; I also declined their offer of credit and asked for a refund, which they agreed to. But no refund ever came, and they stopped answering the phone. My credit card returned the $2,000, and I filed an insurance claim for $17,905. It was denied, as was my first appeal. Then Vantage filed for bankruptcy, and my second appeal was denied too. The reasons given by the insurer were outrageous. They cited a vague parenthetical phrase in the policy’s bankruptcy clause, claiming I wasn’t covered because I purchased the cruise directly from the cruise line (rather than, say, through a travel adviser). Then they said my policy lapsed when I canceled the trip. But I did not cancel; Vantage did. I also filed a complaint with the New York State Department of Financial Services, which was rejected. Can you help? Michael, Smithtown, N.Y.

Dear Michael,

When Boston-based Vantage filed for bankruptcy last year, it owed thousands of customers a total of $108 million for cruises and other travel products they had paid for but never received. The company’s former owner is facing lawsuits in New York and Pennsylvania. But you had purchased an insurance policy to cover just such a risk, a smart move. Or so you thought until the insurance company, Travel Insured International, denied your claim and then used exasperating logic to fend off your two appeals, first interpreting the policy’s financial default and bankruptcy clause in a maddening way and then twisting the meaning of the word “cancel.”

You made a few mistakes as well — most notably, by making a claim based on a financial default that had not yet happened. But after speaking with law professors, insurance experts and competing insurance companies, I believe Travel Insured International was wrong, at least by the time of your second appeal, and should pay up.

What does it have to say for itself? For nearly five months, Travel Insured International and its parent company, Crum & Forster, did not respond to my detailed inquiries. Days before publication, however, a spokeswoman, Amy Whilldin, sent the following statement:

“The claim was properly considered, and the correct determination was made based on the facts of this claim, which was to the satisfaction of both the New York Department of Financial Services and the New York State attorney general.”

Ms. Whilldin is correct about the state’s financial services department . An examiner with the department, which regulates the insurance industry, rejected your complaint. “After a review of the policy language," he wrote, “we do not find they are acting in an arbitrary or capricious manner,” referring to Travel Insured International. I disagree with that determination, as we are about to get into.

But the attorney general’s office was not satisfied. You had complained to its Department of Consumer Frauds and Protection, and they did not receive a response from the company. “Despite our repeated efforts,” an employee wrote, “they have failed to respond.” The letter goes on to recommend you consider suing the company.

I have a better idea. You should file a formal grievance with Travel Insured International, which under your policy allows you to submit new evidence, and if that fails even argue your case in person. (You told me you are not interested in a third option, to accept travel credits under the conditions offered by the Australian company that bought Vantage’s assets.)

In the meantime, your story provides great lessons on how travelers should choose the appropriate travel insurance policy, and what can go wrong even when they do.

In your initial claim to Travel Insured International, filed in late 2022, you cited Vantage’s “very poor record” in refunding its customers and your “assumption that the company is in default in making payments.”

This was an error: Your policy defines financial default as “the total cessation of operations,” and Vantage at the time was running at least some cruises. Travel Insured International’s response simply said that “your travel supplier canceling your trip is not a covered reason.” True.

When you first appealed in April, Vantage was two months short of declaring bankruptcy outright, and was not yet in financial default as defined by the policy. But it was teetering. (That one of its cruises left at all made headlines in The Boston Globe .) This time, Travel Insured International denied your claim, citing the bankruptcy clause, which protects policy holders in case of “Bankruptcy or default of an airline, cruise line, tour operator or other travel provider (other than the Travel Supplier, tour operator, travel agency, organization or firm from whom you purchased your travel arrangements).”

That parenthetical says you are not covered if the organization that sold you the cruise goes bankrupt. You purchased the cruise directly from Vantage, so you are not covered, according to the claims adjuster’s reasoning. (Why the company even cited this clause, if the cruise line was not yet in default, remains a mystery.)

Similar clauses appear in many travel policies, but that’s not what they’re supposed to mean, said Loretta Worters, vice president for media relations at the Insurance Information Institute , an industry group.

Such provisions, she explained, are intended to exclude coverage for an unscrupulous or financially flailing middleman that goes belly-up after collecting your money but before passing it along to the actual travel provider.

“Some of these are fly-by-night, travel-agencies-in-their-kitchen kinds of things,” Ms. Worters said. ( We encountered one such agency in a previous Tripped Up column .)

Guess who agreed with Ms. Worters: The agent who answered the phone when I called Travel Insured International’s customer care line as a potential customer. I asked about the clause and she agreed it was ambiguous, checking with a supervisor before saying: “If you are booking directly with the company and the company itself goes under default or bankruptcy, you would be able to file a claim for the nonrefundable portion of your trip.”

Ms. Whilldin, the spokeswoman for Travel Insured International, did not specifically answer my question about this apparent conflict. But it seems their claims adjuster made a mistake, aided by the ambiguous language of the underwriter who wrote the policy. (That’s United States Fire Insurance, another Crum & Forster company.)

Now, let’s discuss the second appeal. “Once you cancel your trip, the coverage under the plan ends,” Travel Insured International said. Your argument is that you did not cancel; Vantage did.

I think almost anyone who isn’t a lawyer would agree with you. But Oren Bar-Gill , a professor at Harvard Law School and the author of “Seduction by Contract: Law, Economics and Psychology in Consumer Markets,” explained to me the opposing argument. Vantage was contractually allowed to change the dates or offer credit, and you refused, the equivalent of canceling.

But, he added, when Vantage agreed to refund your cruise, it could be “considered a waiver of their contractual rights,” weakening the argument that you canceled your contract.

In a lawsuit New York State filed against the now-defunct Vantage and its former owner, Henry Lewis, the issue also comes up: The suit says Vantage “deceptively” mislabeled cancellations as “postponements.”

Even Travel Insured International admitted that Vantage had canceled, in its original letter rejecting your claim. “It is our understanding that your travel supplier, Vantage, canceled your cruise,” the claims adjuster wrote. Somehow, however, by the third response you had gone from cancelee to canceler.

You also missed a red flag when you chose your policy. Suzanne Morrow, the chief executive of InsureMyTrip , where you found your plan, told me you called the company within minutes of your purchase and asked an agent to point you to the bankruptcy clause. (You confirmed this to me.)

That means you’re not the typical insurance customer blindsided by small print you never read. If you were so concerned about the cruise line’s solvency, you could have canceled your plan during the insurer’s “free look” period and chosen one with more straightforward language — I found several on the InsureMyTrip website.

What lessons can we take away from your debacle?

To begin with, pay for everything with a credit card when your credit limit allows. Because of an odd quirk in a 1974 law , card issuers are required to reimburse you if the company you interacted with goes bankrupt.

Beyond that, the basic advice for travel insurance remains unchanged: Shop for a plan separately through a provider you trust or an aggregator like InsureMyTrip, rather than adding trip protection by checking a box just before you purchase a big-ticket item. Read the policy summaries fully and click through to the actual policy document to read fine print on issues that concern you most (say, bankruptcy protection or medical coverage for pre-existing conditions).

If you don’t understand anything, call the company. If it cannot answer satisfactorily and follow up in writing, choose another provider.

If you need advice about a best-laid travel plan that went awry, send an email to [email protected] .

Follow New York Times Travel on Instagram and sign up for our weekly Travel Dispatch newsletter to get expert tips on traveling smarter and inspiration for your next vacation. Dreaming up a future getaway or just armchair traveling? Check out our 52 Places to Go in 2024 .

Seth Kugel is the columnist for “ Tripped Up ,” an advice column that helps readers navigate the often confusing world of travel. More about Seth Kugel

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