JCE Magazine
JCE Hosts Three Classes at Groove With Me in East Harlem
JCE continued its ongoing partnership with Groove With Me by hosting three classes, one led by choreographers Sue Samuels and two led by Teresa Perez Ceccon.
Putting Jazz Dance Back in the Spotlight
The JCE Jazz Dance Project returned this October to once again put jazz dance back in the spotlight, presenting a program of varied pieces that showcased the full potential of this diverse and rich dance form.
JCE Choreographers Talk Back to Eileen Kielty
On Sunday October 28th, Jazz Choreography Enterprises held a talkback following the second show of its fall performance of the JCE Jazz Dance Project. Ten choreographers stayed after the performance to answer questions and provide some insight into their work and creative processes.
A Wonderful Celebration of All That Jazz Is
The JCE Jazz Dance Project was back in full form for their October showcase last weekend, presenting fun and thought-provoking pieces by new and rising-talent choreographers. From swing and classical jazz, to ballet and even grooving, the sixty-minute evening was filled with energy, and the talent in the room was undeniable.
JCE Partners with Quinnipiac University to present “A Signature Experience in Jazz Dance”
This year JCE continued its ongoing partnership with Quinnipiac University to present a “Signature Experience” seminar on September 30th for the school’s honors program students. These seminars aim to provide students with theoretical and experiential exploration—in this case, JCE helped to craft a course illuminating the history of Jazz dance, culminating in a dance class led by JCE staff and a performance of the JCE Jazz Dance Project.
Jazz Project Veteran Cat Manturuk Talks with JCE
Cat Manturuk, a veteran of the JCE Jazz Dance Projec, talked with us about her life as a jazz dance choreographer and teacher and shares some insights about the jazz dance scene of her native Detroit.
An interview with Mike Baerga, a member of the King’s Company
Sharlane Conner interviews Mike Baerga, a JCE choreographer and member of the King’s Company
An interview with Jazz Project dancer Mikki Shoji
Mikki Shoji is a dancer for DoubleTake Dance and has performed in JCE performances three times between 2015 and 2018. A native of Japan, she has been training and performing in the United States for several years. Today she shares some insights into her personal experiences, why she enjoys dance, and how dance culture differs between the United States and Japan.