International Folk Dance Association   of University City presents . . .
	Past Event Page  •  IFDA Home Page

Steve Kotansky

in a workshop on

Romanian Couple Dances

November 14 - 16, 1997
University City (St. Louis), Missouri

Schedule and Prices

Weekend package price covering all workshop sessions is $30. Tickets for individual sessions are also available at the door. The package price saves $4, but does not include items marked with an asterisk (i.e. the meals). Total for workshop package plus the two meals is $43.

We strongly advise that you pre-register; see the registration form. Reservations for the dinner need to be made by November 10.

Locations

Church of the Holy Communion (Friday, Saturday): 7401 Delmar Blvd., University City, Missouri. The church is on the northwest corner of Delmar and Jackson (see church location map). Park on either street and enter through the red double door in the middle of the L-shaped building.

St. Louis Tap Room (Sunday): 2100 Locust Blvd., St. Louis, Missouri. (see Sunday workshop location map). The entrance is on 21st Street between Locust and Olive. We will be on the second floor. Directions will also be available at the Saturday sessions.

About the Teacher and Dances

Raised in the San Francisco area, Steve Kotansky moved to southern California after high school and danced with the prestigious Aman Folk Ensemble in Los Angeles. Sojourning in Germany for over 7 years, he worked with ethnic communities (guest workers) in Munich, while teaching dance and performing -- and taking advantage of his proximity to Balkan and eastern European countries to pursue his interest in the study and research of their dances. He also lived in Bucovina for awhile, learning local folklore. In the winter of 1979-80, Steve returned to give his first workshops in the U.S. He has since taught at every major North American festival and camp. He is known as a fantastic dancer, and remains in demand as a teacher, due as much to his infectious energy and enthusiasm as to his knowledge. He also serves as a consultant to several Hungarian folk ensembles. This will be his third time teaching in St. Louis.

Dances: Steve has traveled extensively in Romania, especially in Transylvania, and has learned a wide variety of original folk material. We have specifically requested dances that translate easily to Americans but retain their village character and charm. You do not need to bring a partner, as we change partners frequently. (Notes by Rex and Nancy Couture.)

Meals and Other Information

This workshop is supported in part by

Meals: Meals will feature mostly Romanian food. Please make dinner reservations by November 10. Contributions of fruits and sweets will be appreciated for snacks. Call Nancy Couture at 314-275-8228 for questions about food.

Joan Amsterdam of International Folk Rhythms, Ltd. will be selling ethnic recordings, books, clothing and accessories, and crafts on Friday and Saturday.

Crash Space is available. Please indicate your needs on the registration form, or call Diana Blanchard at 314-726-5737.

Scholarships are available. Please call Gretchen Tomazic at 314-638-4024.

For Other Information: Call Rex Couture (home 314-275-8228, work 314-935-4194, E-mail rex@levee.wustl.edu), or Diana Blanchard (home 314-726-5737, E-mail blanchard@simon.wustl.edu).

Views and opinions expressed on this page are strictly those of the International Folk Dance Association of University City, which is not sponsored by or otherwise connected with Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville.