" ON BROADWAY"

The Evolution of Dance on the Broadway Stage

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Through October 2008 : National Museum of Dance “On Broadway”
An exhibit which explores the evolution of dance on the Broadway stage starting with the Ziegfeld years in the early 1900s to the present day era of the Jukebox Musical. Visit a replica of the famous Sardis restaurant where caricatures of famous Broadway produc-ers, directors, and dancers adorn the walls ; participate in a staged Broadway audition or dance on the stage to the songs from the Jukebox Musicals.

"The Hall of Fame"

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The Museum's only permanent collection has been newly designed and opened in an upgraded space. The Hall of Fame is a tribute to more than a century of dance pioneers whose collective voice created a unique American art form. George Balanchine, Anna Sokolow, Charles Weidman, Paul Taylor, Hanya Holm, Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, Fred Astaire, and Martha Graham are among the dancers, choreographers, critics and patrons of dance honored in the Hall. The Hall of Fame has honored 36 members to date, and in the 2007-2008 season will induct Broadway Dance legend, Bob Fosse; and Modern dance Choreographer, Bill T. Jones.

"Choreo-Motion: A Children’s Journey through Space, Time and Energy"

This Children’s Gallery has been created to delight the inner dancer of children and adults alike! Dance alongside hip-hop, ballet, and modern dancers in our interactive display where you are the dancing star! Watch your children learn to dance and play using scarves, pods, costumes, movement cubes, and wands!

"Art in the Foyer"

The grand foyer of the Museum provides a magnificent setting for an art gallery. Throughout the year, various artists are invited to showcase their work in this rotating exhibit. Come and enjoy this revolving display of the visual art of dance! In the past we have featured numerous well known artists. This season Art in the Foyer will be home to local photographer Mark Andrew, with his display of Steele, and Smoke in Mirrors.

"Dance Education in America"

This exhibition showcases dance educators and The Evolving Art of Teaching Excellence. It focuses specifically on dance at the collegiate level and in the public schools. Here, we span over 600 years and explore the influences shaping dance education from history, while taking a glance at the future and continual evolution of dance education in America.

"Two Dancers"

The Two Dancers exhibit meshes poetry and dance into one. Dance photographer Charles Bremer and Poet Robert Bensen published a book entitled Two Dancers, which has evolved into this display. Together they have captured the spirit and love of dance that showcases the commitment and quietude of the two dancers: Elisabeth Baldanza and Annalee Bensen.