Hi Everyone! It is November and that means that we are getting close to
Generations!
Generations is, without a doubt, one of my favorite
IDA events of the year. It is, charity, entertainment, and opportunity all rolled into one. In fact, it was with all of these things in mind that Jamie Lipskin, owner and director of
IDA, first created
Generations. "
Generations came about as a realization of several different goals. I have always wanted to give back and to show the students how they can give to their community through dance," says Jamie. "
Generations also provides our repertory company with a performance opportunity alongside professional dance companies. Additionally, it gives our teachers a chance to step out of the wings and show our
IDA students and families just what they can do. I am so proud of what it has become." And she should be proud. Now in its fifth year,
Generations has raised close to $20,000 for pediatric brain tumor research.
IDA foots the bill for the entire cost of the performance and gives 100% of the money from ticket sales, refreshments, and donations to the cause. The benefitting charity this year will be the
Pediatric Brain Tumor Consortium.
Generations features performances from the
IDA repertory companies and teachers as well as some of our staff's professional dance companies. Lauren Cherry, a member of
IDA's Senior Repertory Company says that she, "really like(s) the fact that it brings all members of the studio together (teachers and students) to create an amazing performance as well as raise money for an important cause… it'll be exciting to have some variety in the show." Variety is right! There is something for everyone in this show. The
IDA Faculty will be dancing a jazz piece choreographed by Becky Farrell, and a contemporary duet choregraphed by Tracy Kelsey. Plus two solos, one from
Tara Madsen and one from Sarah Dziomba. Amy Smith with
The TapOlé Dance Company is bringing two pieces, a tap and tango fusion as well as a lyrical duet. Dominick and Kate Boyd with
Born Into The Arts will be bringing a hip-hop tribute to Michael Jackson. And
IDA's students in Hip-Hop and Senior Repertory Company will be performing a little bit of everything including solos and group pieces in hip-hop, lyrical, modern, jazz and tap.
So, we are in the final countdown toward
Generations and we can all look forward to a wonderful night of entertainment and charity. Here are all of the logistical details: The performance is November 22nd at 4:00 pm. Tickets are $15 and will be available at the door. To preorder tickets call 215-328-0847 or email
idadance@comcast.net . The performance will take place in the Theater in the Science Center at Montgomery County Community College (340 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA). Parking will be available in the Morris Road Lot.
"Just sit and open your eyes and open your heart. It's dance theater." – Mikhail Baryshnikov
Generations features performances from the IDA repertory companies and teachers as well as some of our staff's professional dance companies. Lauren Cherry, a member of IDA's Senior Repertory Company says that she, "really like(s) the fact that it brings all members of the studio together (teachers and students) to create an amazing performance as well as raise money for an important cause… it'll be exciting to have some variety in the show." Variety is right! There is something for everyone in this show. The IDA Faculty will be dancing a jazz piece choreographed by Becky Farrell, and a contemporary duet choregraphed by Tracy Kelsey. Plus two solos, one from Tara Madsen and one from Sarah Dziomba. Amy Smith with The TapOlé Dance Company is bringing two pieces, a tap and tango fusion as well as a lyrical duet. Dominick and Kate Boyd with Born Into The Arts will be bringing a hip-hop tribute to Michael Jackson. And IDA's students in Hip-Hop and Senior Repertory Company will be performing a little bit of everything including solos and group pieces in hip-hop, lyrical, modern, jazz and tap. 