Wednesday, July 12th @ 6–7:30pm
Gaga People
Teacher: James “Bear” Graham
Style: Gaga
Level: All levels
Location: Joe Goode Annex
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Class Description
Gaga is the movement language developed by Ohad Naharin/ Batsheva Dance Co. in Tel Aviv, Israel. Gaga classes are guided movement experiences with images, concepts, directions, and prompts. We move (however large or small) for the entire class adding layer upon layer of information. We will float our bones, shake our flesh, experience physical climaxes, challenge what we think are our limits, become aware of our habits and change them, and take pleasure moving our bodies in a welcoming studio. We work at our own volume, so whether you rarely move or move every day, you can connect with Gaga.
About the Teacher
James Graham (he/him) is a San Francisco based choreographer, performer, and educator. James Graham Dance Theatre, presents the work of James Graham while also curating the work of others, namely in DANCE LOVERS…duets by couples, crushes, and comrades, an annual show of duets around Valentine’s day in San Francisco. During the pandemic, JGDT created Movement Rituals for Earth, Air, Fire, and Water at SF locations. He is currently studying Drama Therapy at CIIS (https://www.ciis.edu/academics/graduate-programs/drama-therapy). He supports individuals in expanded states of consciousness and views this as an extension of healing through the body…healing through dance.
Please pre-register to take a class. The first 30 pre-registered people to show up will get to take class.
What should I bring?
• Danceable clothing that you’re comfortable in!
• Face mask, if desired. Masks are optional in class.
• We recommend taking class barefoot or in socks, some styles in clean sneakers
• Water bottle
Accessibility:
The Joe Goode Annex, where class is held, is ADA compliant. The facility is an accessible venue that includes ramps, and ADA compliant bathrooms. If you feel that your accessibilities needs aren’t met, please send to a message to boe@kristindamrow.com
BOE Community Agreements:
• Sharing names and pronouns of each person in the space.
• Come as you are. Be the best advocate for yourself in class that you can be.
• Strive to maintain an open mind and sense of curiosity.
Creating a harmonious dance space:
All participants recognize that mutual dignity and respect between each individual is vital to and promotes a healthy, productive, and harmonious space to dance. Collectively, individually and responsibly adhere to this ideal.