International Music and Dance at New Rochelle Public Library
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International Music and Dance at New Rochelle Public Library

This July, New Rochelle Public Library will bring Greek, Jewish, Native American and Middle Eastern cultures to its stage through the artistic customs of each respective culture. For the 35th year, the Library’s International Music and Dance series embraces traditions of music, dance and song as told from unique perspectives….

Greenburgh Public Library Series Aims to Preserve Latino Culture
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Greenburgh Public Library Series Aims to Preserve Latino Culture

Throughout the month of July, Greenburgh Public Library presents a series that embraces Latin American culture. Café a las Siete aims to “preserve Latino culture for the next generation” with storytelling, music and dance. On July 10, children’s book author Emma Otheguy will help families to discover and protect their…

News in Brief
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News in Brief

ArtsWestchester Appoints New Board President Michael J. Minihan ArtsWestchester recently announced the appointment of Michael J. Minihan as its new Board President. Minihan is an international tax attorney, entrepreneur and lifelong resident of Westchester County. His roots in Westchester run deep, having grown up in Ossining, and attended both college…

Shaken Not Stirred: Ballets With a Twist in White Plains

Shaken Not Stirred: Ballets With a Twist in White Plains

Ballets With a Twist brings the Hollywood glamour and modern-day pop influences of its Cocktail Hour: The Show to international audiences. The performance is expertly designed to adapt to each performance space, from dinner theaters to nightclubs. On June 16, the blend of original choreography, music and costume design will…

Asian American Heritage Festival Returns to Valhalla
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Asian American Heritage Festival Returns to Valhalla

On June 2, OCA Westchester Hudson Valley will present its annual Asian American Heritage Festival at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. The daylong festival aims to educate audiences about artistic customs of the Asian culture, including traditional dance and song, activities and foods. Professional artists will share the stage with…

Live Music Accompanies World-Class Dance at The Emelin Theatre

Live Music Accompanies World-Class Dance at The Emelin Theatre

The Emelin Theatre’s annual “Dance Off the Grid” performance series offers audiences the opportunity to see multiple world-class dance companies on one stage. On May 12, the Theatre will close out its fifth season of this series with a special twist. Live music will accompany the dancers on stage, thereby…

Steffi Nossen Dance Foundation Presents Curated Collection of Dance Works

Steffi Nossen Dance Foundation Presents Curated Collection of Dance Works

In celebration of the 80th anniversary of Steffi Nossen School of Dance, Steffi Nossen Dance Foundation will present an expanded program of works by emerging and established choreographers. This annual “Choreography Showcase” on December 3 will take place at Emelin Theatre in Mamaroneck. The program includes Sabatino Verlezza, whose sharp,…

Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events in Westchester
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Guide to Holiday and Christmas Events in Westchester

Explore our guide to family-friendly holiday events in Westchester this December:   December 9 Vienna Boys Choir Vienna Boys Choir will perform on stage at the historic landmark Tarrytown Music Hall with a program that features a selection of renowned classical pieces, popular hits and holiday favorites. The “Christmas in Vienna”…

Jacob Burns Film Center Brings the World of Dance to the Big Screen
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Jacob Burns Film Center Brings the World of Dance to the Big Screen

Jacob Burns Film Center brings the world of dance – from hoofs and flicks to chassés and padebures – to the movie screen this month. The Center’s annual “Dance on Film” series will take place from November 1-9. Each of the documentaries in this nine-day celebration is about dancers and…

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