Alameda, CA
Somewhere to Land
Dances for Sea and Low Sky
Vertical dance pioneers BANDALOOP dance company premiere their new work Somewhere to Land as part of the RISING TIDES, the City of Alameda's climate arts initiative. Somewhere to Land is a new work inspired by the city of Alameda's visionary plan to transform a portion of the former naval air station at Alameda Point into an ecological park. Taking root in hopes for rewilding and for sustainable futures, Somewhere to Land will be performed on the facade of Hangar 25, one of two buildings which have been slated for demolition to allow for the construction of the future 'De-Pave Park.' Come early to enjoy beverages from Hangar 25 resident companies Alameda Soda Company, Urban Legend Cellars and Dashe Cellars and neighbors Almanac Brewery, and check out crafts and information booths from local arts and climate nonprofits. Bar opens at 6.30pm Discover the full flight of Alameda’s creative spirits - tour the St George Spirits distillery and tasting room: The world-renowned St George Spirits distillery is five minutes down the road from the performance location. Reserve a discounted distillery tour before the performance ($15 instead of $35), and receive a $5 discount on purchases in the bottle store. Somewhere to Land is an Anchor Arts Project of the RISING TIDES climate arts initiative. The Initiative is supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies and the City of Alameda. Project sponsors for Somewhere to Land include the California Arts Council, Radium Presents, Brookfield Properties and Michael Lane Homes.
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About Bandaloop
BANDALOOP honors nature, community, and the human spirit through perspective-bending dance. An innovator in vertical performance, BANDALOOP seamlessly weaves dynamic physicality, intricate choreography and climbing technology to turn the dance floor on its side. Founded by Amelia Rudolph and under the artistic direction of Melecio Estrella, BANDALOOP re-imagines dance, activates public spaces, and inspires wonder and imagination in audiences around the world. The company trains dancers and youth at home and on tour, and has performed for millions of people in over 300 cities in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, the Americas, and Asia, and on screens in films and digital media. Based in West Oakland, CA at BANDALOOP Studios, the company incubates and produces work for its local audiences and for touring performances presented around the globe. Education and outreach are an intrinsic part of the company’s mission. BANDALOOP offers regular classes, camps, and intensives for youth and adults at its home studios and in the mountains, and team building programs for executives.