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SUMMARY:dance workshop: letting things catch fire
DESCRIPTION:letting things catch fire – a little house workshop\nDuring this workshop\, we will court transformation through sensation\, attention\, and imagination. Working with guided visualizations and extended sensorial meditations\, we will tune to the subtle\, looking for the edges of impulse\, image\, and intention. What ignites our movement? What burns away? What remains? \nParticipants will engage in various improvisation exercises and tasked based work aimed at engaging their compositional mind. Using different modalities and exercises from choreographer Heather Stewart’s creative process we will build a movement score together over the course of two days. \nBy allowing curiosity and risk to lead\, we’ll explore interference as a strategy for change\, letting accidents\, friction\, and desire shape our choices. The aim is to let things catch fire\, to interrupt impulses\, to stay with things until they shift. \nWorkshop is November 1 & 2\nNovember 1 from 1-6:30pm\nNovember 2 from 10am-4pm \n(one day options are possible\, please inquire) \nSliding scale $125-185  CLICK HERE \nParticipants of the workshop are invited\, but not required\, to perform the score at MAGMA on November 14 & 15 for the MAGMA Showcase.  \n\nFounded by Heather Stewart (she/they) in 2020\, little house is a professional dance company established on principles of democratic process\, collaboration\, sustainability\, and high caliber dance performance in service of a strong arts ecosystem in Maine. After several years of working as an independent artist Heather established little house in order to formalize her collaborative relationships with other dancers\, musicians\, visual artists\, and writers. As an organization\, little house exists to challenge the notion that quality dance can only arise in cities that have already been categorized as designated dance hubs. \nExploring human disorder and melancholy\, little house dance draws viewers into dark and intimate worlds of movement ritual and duration. Movement vocabulary is created and performed with a clear\, rigorous approach to choreography and performance presence. little house dance creates work for audiences who are invested in seeing performance that stretches the boundaries of movement potential while touching on experiences that are uniquely human.
URL:https://magma.center/event/dance-workshop-letting-things-catch-fire/
LOCATION:MAGMA\, 11 Pleasant St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:dance workshop
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SUMMARY:Undone
DESCRIPTION:UNDONE by Katrina Conte/the Click Boston\nUndone is a multidisciplinary performance project that makes way for new perspectives on growth and transformation. A tapestry of live poetry\, song\, and contemporary dance\, the project unravels tightly bound ideas\, traditions\, and convictions as it identifies the many incubators that shape our internal selves. \nFeaturing poetry written and performed by Noah Phoenix\, an original musical score created and performed by Pearl Scott\, and contemporary dance solos performed by The Click collaborators Angelina Benitez\, Katrina Conte\, Alexandria Nunweiler and Kristin Wagner. \nTIX $0-30 sliding scale PURCHASE HERE \nUndone is supported by the New England Foundation for the Arts’ New England Dance Fund\, with generous support from the Aliad Fund at the Boston Foundation\, and the Gloucester Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency.
URL:https://magma.center/event/undone-2/
CATEGORIES:dance performance
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SUMMARY:Workshop: The Body Remembers\, The Body Rewrites 
DESCRIPTION:What happens when we begin to question the beliefs we’ve always carried? The Body Remembers\, The Body Rewrites is an interactive workshop where movement\, reflection\, and conversation meet. Participants will be invited to look inward and reflect on what they identify with\, what they believe\, and what they are reaching for. Together\, we will explore the process of unraveling deeply ingrained beliefs – or reflect on ones you have already undone. \nOpen to both movers and non-movers\, the session offers multiple ways to participate—through gentle movement\, gesture\, writing\, observation\, and discussion. Together\, we will explore: \n\nHow ingrained beliefs and values live in our bodies\nWhat it feels like to disrupt and unravel them\nHow we might reimagine and rebuild new ways of being\n\nPlease bring a journal\, water\, and movable clothes. \nCost: $0-23 sliding scale PURCHASE HERE \nAccessible to all: No dance experience required; movement options range from full-body expression to subtle gestures. This workshop is pay what you can: no one will be turned away for lack of funds. If you do not see a price point listed or available that you can afford\, please email administrator Kristin Wagner at kristincooperwagner@gmail.com. \nBuilding Access: MAGMA is located on the top floor of the Brown Building. A physically accessible entrance is located through Brown’s Mall: take the door to the right of the main entrance or via 186 Main Street\, and then take the elevator to the fifth floor. \nThis community workshop is related to The Click’s performance project Undone\, directed by Katrina Conte. Undone is an alternative cabaret-style that unravels tightly bound convictions of the self and encourages a reflective reclaiming of one’s identity through moving performances of poetry\, song and dance. Undone will premier informally in MAGMA at 7:30pm following the workshop. Tickets are available for purchase via The Click’s Eventbrite profile. This workshop is made possible in part by a grant from the Gloucester Cultural Council\, a local agency\, which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council\, a state agency. \nAbout the Facilitator: \nKATRINA CONTE (she/her) is a dance artist and choreographer. She was raised in Mt Pocono PA\, but has been creating and dancing in Boston for 3 years. Katrina graduated with her BFA in Dance with a minor in Technical Theater from Ball State University. Since moving to Boston\, she has performed with Kairos Dance Theater\, Liquid Spine\, Alive Dance Collective\, and Eliza Malecki. She currently is working with Human Movement Project\, and The Click\, she couldn’t be more excited to dance and create with these inspiring artists.
URL:https://magma.center/event/workshop-the-body-remembers-the-body-rewrites/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T230000
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SUMMARY:Closet Case: I'm Scared!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Closet Case crew for a ghoulish night of Drag\, Burlesque\, Dance\, and Music. Doors 7pm\, Show 8pm \nTIX $20 : BUY NOW
URL:https://magma.center/event/closet-case-im-scared/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T180000
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SUMMARY:GloArts Salon
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, October 19\, 2025 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\nMAGMA\, 11 Pleasant Street\, Gloucester\, MA\nSuggested Donation: $5-10 online or at the door \nJoin us for the GloArts Salon at MAGMA! We’ll kick off with two short quick works-in-progress presentations by Miranda Aisling and Lesley Davison followed by open creative discussions. \n\nWhether you’re a long-time practicing artist or enthusiastically art-adjacent\, we hope you’ll join in the conversation.
URL:https://magma.center/event/gloarts-salon/
LOCATION:MAGMA\, 11 Pleasant St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T223000
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SUMMARY:Rock Show
DESCRIPTION:PlannComm events presents: \n@2to1ska @hedgebandma @thelebarons and The Chip Rockers ! \nThis is truly a north shore delight! Bring your skanking shoes! \nDoors 7pm\,  $10\, All Ages
URL:https://magma.center/event/5306/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T210000
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SUMMARY:Ecstatic Dance with EIR
DESCRIPTION:Ecstatic Dance featuring musical artist EIR\nSaturday October 11\, 7:00-9:00pm \n$25-35 sliding scale  BUY TIX  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n Ecstatic Dance at Magma  \nHave we forgotten\, through all the doing\, how to simply be? \nHave we\, in our endless pursuit\, lost touch with true pleasure? \nIn the heat of summer’s fires\, has the centrifugal force catapulted us out of the body and into the future? \nNow\, as the wheel turns\, we arrive at the apex of autumn—a season when shadows\, rivers\, and lakes of the subconscious call us to return\, return\, return…to dance with them. \nWe’ve moved forward\, yes. But with this new growth comes an invitation: to welcome the darkness still alive in our depths—for healing\, movement\, alchemy\, bliss\, and pleasure. \nCome dance with us in this liminal season\, when the veil grows thin and the walk between worlds becomes dreamlike. Together\, let us enter the heart of the womb of night and—with curiosity—discover all that waits to be revealed. \nBecause from shadow comes light…  \n Music by Eir — weaving sounds from etheric downtempo to world beats & house. \n Tea lounge + altar space provided (bring your own cup + an item for the altar if you wish). \n Dress to move (comfy or festive!) | flow toys welcome. \n All ages: children 12 & under free | ages 13+ are $10 donation. \n Sliding scale tickets: $25–35 → [ticket link here] \n Saturday\, october 11 \n Magma\, Gloucester \n 6:45–9 PM \nDance Schedule: \n≫ 6:45 – Gather + Stretch \n≫ 7:00 – Opening Circle \n≫ 7:15 – Ecstatic Dance \n≫ 8:45 – Closing Meditation \n≫ 9:00 – End \nJoin a beautiful community in a space designed for movement. Let the music and the season sweep you into a world of inspiration\, healing\, and embodied magic. 
URL:https://magma.center/event/ecstatic-dance-with-eir-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T220000
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SUMMARY:Body Confidence with Whitney Way Thore
DESCRIPTION:A beginner-level dance class followed by a meet and greet with Whitney Way Thore! \nSOLD OUT \nWe are offering the class via Zoom on Thursday 10/9 at 7pm – sign up for Zoom here
URL:https://magma.center/event/body-confidence-with-whitney-way-thore-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T210000
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SUMMARY:Body Confidence with Whitney Way Thore
DESCRIPTION:A beginner-level dance class followed by a meet and greet with Whitney Way Thore! \nThis event is SOLD OUT \nWe are offering the class via Zoom – sign up for Zoom here
URL:https://magma.center/event/body-confidence-with-whitney-way-thore/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T200000
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SUMMARY:I Am
DESCRIPTION:I Am\nDance performance from Expressive Arts Dance Company\, dir. Michelle Dalton \nSaturday September 27\, 7pm \nMichelle Dalton\, longtime dancer with Ina Hahn/Windhover Dance Company and Deborah Abel Dance Company\, is bringing “I Am” to MAGMA\, inspired by the Celine Dion documentary. This is a family friendly dance performance\, with an intergenerational cast. \nTickets: $15   BUY NOW
URL:https://magma.center/event/i-am/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T160000
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SUMMARY:Rehearsing the Unknown: Collective Improvisation Techniques
DESCRIPTION:An improvisational dance workshop \nTime: 1-4pm    Cost: $50    SIGN UP \n4pm Free informal performance\, open to the public \nWorkshop Description\nMichael Joviala and Dawn Pratson take participants through a typical rehearsal of their performance collective\, Locomotors\, an improvising group which weaves together the separate ecologies of somatic awareness\, Dalcroze eurhythmics and the jazz tradition of open-form improvisation\, sometimes known as ‘free jazz’. Engage with improvised music in specific ways such as going with/going against; resisting/accepting; leading/following; supporting/countering; beginning and ending in order to improvise spontaneous long-form structures in music and dance. The workshop will culminate in an improvised performance centered around one of the group’s compositions. \nLocomotors is a collaborative music and dance group rooted in the the practice of Dalcroze Eurhythmics and open-form improvisation\, with a special focus on the somatic relationship between sound and movement. The core members are pianist and composer Michael Joviala\, and dancer and choreographer Dawn Pratson. \nBiographies\nMichael Joviala\, DMA is a composer/improviser/performer and teacher in New York City. He holds the Diplôme Supérieur from the Institute Jaques-Dalcroze in Geneva\, Switzerland and directs the Professional Studies Program for Dalcroze Eurhythmics at the Lucy Moses School in New York. In addition\, he works with students of all ages at the Diller-Quaile School of Music\, The Dalcroze School of Music and Movement\, Columbia University and offers workshops. \nDawn Pratson is a dancer\, musician\, choreographer and educator with a background in creative arts in therapy. Formal training includes a BA in music and dance\, a master’s degree in dance/movement therapy and a license in Dalcroze Eurhythmics. She was the founding music specialist at the Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures charter school in Philly. Currently she teaches and performs with Michael Joviala in the group Locomotors\, and on a free-lance basis\, dividing her time between Philadelphia and Cape Ann\, MA. More at dawnpratson.com
URL:https://magma.center/event/5209/
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SUMMARY:Folk Week 2025: Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band
DESCRIPTION:Folk Week 2025\nThe Cape Ann Guitar Society is excited to announce four nights of music where we showcase some of our area’s most unique musical voices in a variety of special venues on Cape Ann. Our diversity is our strength – get to know the folk music of the Puerto Rican countryside\, Jewish celebrations\, the Emerald Isle\, Cape Ann maritime tradition\, and modern Americana. \n\nOpening Night:\nEzekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band\nWednesday\, August 27th\, 7:30 pm at MAGMA\nTickets: $15\nhttps://www.capeannguitarsociety.org/folk-week-2025\n\nBoston based internationally-acclaimed Ezekiel’s Wheels Klezmer Band brings passion\, virtuosity\, and contagious energy to every performance. The Wheels improvise with the intimacy of chamber music and the intensity of a rowdy dance band. Klezmer is a Hebrew word\, a combination of the words “kley” (vessel) and “zemer” (melody) that referred to musical instruments in ancient times. It became colloquially attached to Jewish folk musicians sometime in the Middle Ages. Working under various restrictions in different centuries and cultures\, Jewish musicians (klezmorim) developed their own unique style out of a variety of local musical styles. Figuring most prominently are Ottoman Turkish modes and Balkan gypsy and clarinet stylings. While “klezmer” referred originally only to instrumental music played by clarinets\, violins\, basses and tsimbaloms (hammer dulcimers)\, it has come to mean Yiddish vocal music as well\, encompassing both folk songs and music from the Yiddish theater\, which thrived in the early 20th century in both Warsaw and New York.
URL:https://magma.center/event/folk-week-2025-ezekiels-wheels-klezmer-band/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T201500
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SUMMARY:Beginner Contact Improvisation Series
DESCRIPTION:Today is the final class in our series!  Explore the basics of weight sharing\, points of contact\, spiraling and more. All experience levels are welcome! Led by Sarah Slifer Swift. \n$20 for a single class\, or buy a Summer Workshop 4-pack for $70 (good for Body-Voice-Rhythm\, Duncan Dance\, and Contact Improvisation) \nSIGN UP
URL:https://magma.center/event/beginner-contact-improvisation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T180000
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SUMMARY:Body-Voice-Rhythm
DESCRIPTION:Body-Voice-Rhythm! \nJuly 10\, 17\, and all Thursdays in August 5-6pm \n$20 per class\, Summer Workshop 4-pack for $70 (good for Body-Voice-Rhythm\, Duncan Dance\, and Contact Improvisation)  SIGN UP \nAn interactive and energetic romp of movement\, body percussion and voice\, exploring rhythm and a little bit of pitch. A music class through movement! A dance class through music! Open to all levels of experience. \nDawn Pratson is a dancer-choreographer\, flutist and singer\, with a background in creative arts in therapy. Since the late 1990’s she has been learning and teaching in the international Dalcroze Eurhythmics community. She has many years of teaching experience\, from early childhood through older adults. More at dawnpratson.com
URL:https://magma.center/event/body-voice-rhythm/
LOCATION:MAGMA\, 11 Pleasant St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250811T130000
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SUMMARY:Youth workshop - Ballet Boost
DESCRIPTION:Ballet Boost is for youth ages 6-13\, a mini Ballet intensive to inspire your child in the art of ballet.  Learn fun\, challenging steps\, work on strength and range of motion\, and get into storytelling through dance by learning dances from the classic story ballets. Ideal for Beginner to Intermediate students. Meets Monday through Thursday 11am-1pm \nSIGN UP
URL:https://magma.center/event/youth-workshop-ballet-boost/
CATEGORIES:children's dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T190000
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SUMMARY:Duncan Dance Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:The choreographic études of Isadora Duncan explore\, through the action/rest continuum\, the dynamic relationship between affiliation and solitude. Celebrating nature’s unity and rhythm\, these dances\, remembering ancient rituals and archetypes\, are simultaneously earthly and divine. The indomitable human spirit\, ever hopeful is present in this choreography and in all true healing. Isadora Duncan’s goal for the “the highest intelligence in the freest body”: that every living child might have available to them\, the birthright of beauty\, strength\, and freedom.” \n$20\, Summer Workshop 4-pack for $70 (good for Body-Voice-Rhythm\, Duncan Dance\, and Contact Improvisation)  SIGN UP \nThursdays 6-7pm\nJuly 17 – Beauty\nJuly 24 – Freedom\nJuly 31 – Beauty\nAugust  7 – Nurturing\n\nIsadora Duncan\, the Mother of Modern Dance (1887-1927) sought movements that were expressive of the spirit. In the first decades of the 20th century\, she won international acclaim\, commanding attention from artists\, scholars\, and intellectuals on her tours through major cities of Europe\, Russia\, and the United states. Rejecting the toe shoes\, courses\, and gender stereotypes of ballet\, she sought to clear the way for a dance of the future\, one which would be not a diversion but a religion\, an expression of life sounds life”.
URL:https://magma.center/event/duncan-dance-workshop-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T200000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Salon
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 3\, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm\nMAGMA\, 11 Pleasant Street\, Gloucester\, MA\nSuggested Donation: $5 online or at the door\nRegistration link: https://momence.com/MAGMA/Sunday-Salon/117548729\n\nJoin us for the Sunday Salon with Miranda Aisling and Heather Atwood at MAGMA in Gloucester. During this monthly salon series\, attendees are invited to engage in thoughtful\, enriching conversations with fellow creatives across Cape Ann. The aim is to create an inspiring\, convivial space to foster creativity in our region. Whether you’re a long-time practicing artist or enthusiastically art-adjacent\, we welcome you to join in the conversation.\n\n\nSusan Erony and Nubar Alexanian will present their visual work.  Jay Jaroslav will be our presenting writer.\n\n*If it’s just too hot\, we will postpone until September.
URL:https://magma.center/event/sunday-salon-6/
LOCATION:MAGMA\, 11 Pleasant St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:visual art
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SUMMARY:Laila Franklin Residency
DESCRIPTION:Laila J. Franklin is a multidisciplinary dance artist based in Massachusett and Pawtucket land | Boston\, Massachusetts. She is interested in meta-commentary\, deconstruction\, and bits\, approaching themes surrounding the human experience with nuance\, curiosity\, physical rigor\, and humor. Her work extends from lineages of traditional and experimental Black\, queer dance makers\, with a particular interest in the collision of postmodernist creation frameworks and story ballet. LEARN MORE \nLaila and company will be in residence at MAGMA working on the piece BabyBabyBaby. A public showing on the work will happen on July 27th at 6pm. The showing is free\, but donations are welcome. \nCompany dance classes will also be open to the public. Both classes will be Intermediate/Advanced Level. \nSaturday 11am with Michael Figueroa (pay instructor directly\, $20 suggested) \nSunday 10am with Sasha Peterson (pay instructor directly\, $20 suggested) \nphoto by Cameron Kincheloe
URL:https://magma.center/event/laila-franklin-residency/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103827
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SUMMARY:Youth Summer Dance Week #2
DESCRIPTION:Dance Around the World \nMonday July 21 – Thursday July 24\, 9:00am-12:00pm \nAges 4-10 \nDance around the World is for ages 4-10\, and meets Monday through Thursday from 9am to 12pm. Get your passport ready and travel with us… through dance! Learn about Spanish Flamenco\, West African dance\, Brazilian Capoeira\, Hawaiian Hula\, and more. \n$220 – BUY NOW
URL:https://magma.center/event/youth-summer-dance-week-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103827
CREATED:20250718T160400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T161213Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Janet
DESCRIPTION:Yoga for Janet. Yoga for you. \nJoin us for a yoga class that will honor Janet Green Garrison and connect us as a community. Class will be 1:30-2:45pm \nWe’ll be in-person at Magma\, 11 Pleasant St\, Gloucester\, MA 01930 or online via Zoom: Click here to Join on Zoom \nBring your yoga mat and any props to make yourself comfortable. Please plan to arrive between 1:00-1:20 so that you can greet your fellow yogis\, soak up the altar and settle in. There is a lot of space\, and yet it is still limited\, so please REGISTER (click HERE) so we can try to accommodate everyone. \nWe look forward to being with you in this tender time\, \nBo Abrams and Carol James
URL:https://magma.center/event/yoga-for-janet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T184000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103827
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T145759Z
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SUMMARY:Ecstatic Dance: Lion's Breath
DESCRIPTION:“Lion’s Breath: A Portal Ecstatic Dance” \nwith musical guest/DJ EIR \nJoin us at MAGMA for a mid-summer ecstatic dance journey into the fire of the heart. As we approach the Lion’s Gate Portal (8/8)\, this dance is a ceremonial space to activate your inner lioness/lion — radiant\, wild\, and sovereign. Move through the frequencies of courage\, joy\, sacred rage\, and soul power. We’ll dance the golden spiral\, the starseed pulse\, the solar serpent rising. Come barefoot\, bold\, and ready to ROAR. \n\nSaturday\, 6:45-9:00pm \n$25-35 sliding scale  BUY TIX  Join a beautiful dancing community\, in a space made for movement. We will have tea\, a lounge area\, and a collaborative altar. Musician/DJ Eir will ignite the evening with sounds ranging from etheric downtempo to world beats and house and everything in between. Be swept up into a world of inspiration for a season of magic to rejuvenate your body\, mind and soul. Come dressed to move\, whether that’s in your most comfortable clothing\, or festive-wear. (Indoor) Flow toys for movement are welcome. Optional: your own cup for drinking tea\, something to place upon the altar. \nDance Schedule:\n≫ 6:45PM – GATHER & STRETCH \n≫ 7:00PM – OPENING CIRCLE \n≫  7:15 PM – ECSTATIC DANCE \n≫ 8:45PM – CLOSING MEDITATION \n≫ 9:00 PM – END \nThis is an all ages event. Parents are welcome to bring children\, though please stay with them throughout the dance. Ages 12 and under are free. Ages 13+ are $10 donation at the door.
URL:https://magma.center/event/ecstatic-dance-lions-breath/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103827
CREATED:20250612T152826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T150329Z
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SUMMARY:Monstah Black residency
DESCRIPTION:MAGMA welcomes dancer\, choreographer\, musician Monstah Black to a mini artist residency to research new performance material for their project\, the Illustrious Blacks. \nAs part of their MAGMA residency\, Monstah will be offering “Beyond The Two Step” – an open-to-the-public workshop on Tuesday July 15 from 6:00-8:00pm. \nSIGN UP    $20 \nWorkshop Description: Two Step: a ballroom dance in ²/₄ or ⁴/₄ time having a basic pattern of step-close-step. Globally the term two step is a comfortable and familiar place\, recognized by diverse communities across the world. It’s familiar.  It’s easy. It’s a reliable go to for those feeling less adventurous when moving to sound\, or without sound. \nAs a comfort zone and place of recognition\, Monstah Black creates ease by leading with the two step\, as the root for exploring beyond its confines. Using key\, simplified\, prompts Monstah guides through a physical journey\, inviting participants to release beyond their perceived limitations.\n\nIn this workshop Monstah introduces personal signifiers used when building material for The Illustrious Blacks live DJ sets. It’s a return to the popular phrase\, tune in\, turn on and drop out” to explore unfamiliar territories.\n\nThe goal: To inspire in others the ability to find one’s self moving freely\, unapologetically\, from a physically liberating space\, from the dance floor to the living room or wherever you feel inspired to MOVE.\n\nThe Illustrious Blacks will perform at the Cut Live in Gloucester on Sunday July 13. BUY TIX \nread about the Illustrious Blacks at their website \nAlso this recent interview: https://ultramaroon.club/features/a-conversation-with-the-illustrious-blacks \nphoto by Sylvain Guenot
URL:https://magma.center/event/monstah-black-residency/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T183000
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SUMMARY:GloArts Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for the first ever GloArts Showcase! \nJoin us on Thursday\, July 10 from 5:30-6:30 pm at the Meetinghouse Green\, 10 Church Street Gloucester\,  during Gloucester’s fifth annual Culture Splash. \nLearn about our vision for a multidisciplinary arts center in Gloucester with five cornerstone partners: @brassfed_nation @lanescoventheaterco @magmagloucester @alexandragracemusicstudio and @hearthartstudios \nEnjoy free performances from our partners and learn how you can get involved to make this vision happen! \nThis event is funded by the Harbortown Cultural District and @masscultural.
URL:https://magma.center/event/gloarts-showcase/
CATEGORIES:dance performance,live music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250707T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103827
CREATED:20250612T151251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T151251Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Summer Dance Week 1
DESCRIPTION:July 7-11 Summer Dance Week #1\, Ages 3-6: Stomping and Stories\nMonday through Thursday 9:00am-11:00am – A wonderful 4 days of dancing and imaginative play as children explore dance-making with fairytales and other stories\, discovering how to convey character with movement and costume. Additional activities like art-making and games will supplement the week.  $175 SIGN UP
URL:https://magma.center/event/youth-summer-dance-week-1/
CATEGORIES:children's dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103827
CREATED:20250519T181140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T181303Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Ecstatic Dance
DESCRIPTION:Summer Solstice Ecstatic Dance \nwith musical artist EIR \nDoors open at 6:30pm \n$25-35 sliding scale BUY NOW
URL:https://magma.center/event/summer-solstice-ecstatic-dance/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T223000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103827
CREATED:20250403T163928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T164750Z
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SUMMARY:Time Travelers Ball
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spectacular costume party\, filled with live music\, dance participation and performance\, and fantastical ambiance. The Time Travelers Ball invites you to come costumed from any culture\, time period 1920 or earlier. For example:\n*Ancient Egypt or Greece simplicity\n*Medieval swashbuckling swagger\n*Regency Period elegance (like Bridgerton)\n*Belle Epoque grandiosity\n*1920s sass\n​* Or from another dimension\, and your wildest imagination \nFill up your dance card and crowd the dance floor for waltzes\, country dances\, and the Charleston all to live music – we will teach you how first! Dance performances showcasing dances from bygone eras will dot the evening. We’ll have delicious drinks (N/A and A) and desserts\, all included in the price of entry. \nTICKETS \n7:30pm VIP entry: $90  – BUY NOW\n(includes champagne toast\, exclusive music performances) \n8:00pm General Admission:  $65  – BUY NOW \nWe are raising funds to help support MAGMA programs and performances\, to pay artists fairly for performances\, and to offer affordable spaces for dance making and dance education. If you would like to make a a tax-deductible donation for your ticket\, or as a sponsor to this event or our programming\,  please see our donation information HERE.  \nDance performers: Carey McKinley\, Zoe Ulrich\, Sophia Dunzelman\, and Hannah Tupper \nMusic performers: Scott Moore\, Erica Pisaturo\, and guests \nSPONSORS\nWe would like to thank our generous sponsors for this event \nNancy Steele \nAndy & Rebecca Popell and The Cape Ann Guitar Society \nKayeLynn Johnson-Shoucair \nAnonymous
URL:https://magma.center/event/time-travelers-ball/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T163000
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CREATED:20250603T205743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T205743Z
UID:5042-1749223800-1749227400@magma.center
SUMMARY:Family Yoga and Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Family Yoga and Dance Party with Osha Rose \nFirst Friday of every month \n$15 per family \nRegister at her website: https://www.osharose.com/book-online
URL:https://magma.center/event/family-yoga-and-dance-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T210000
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CREATED:20250512T194352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T194352Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Pride Dance
DESCRIPTION:The LBGTeens of Cape Ann are hosting a FREE Teen Pride Dance on Saturday May 31st. The theme is masquerade – you can make a mask when you arrive! \nWith DJ Salomon \n6:00-9:00pm \n 
URL:https://magma.center/event/teen-pride-dance/
CATEGORIES:dance social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103827
CREATED:20250509T183307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250511T144552Z
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SUMMARY:Barn Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Barn Dance\, featuring  fun and easy to learn contra\, square\, and circle dances. \nCaller: Rose Sheehan  Musicians: George Clements and Nathaniel Diamond-Jones \nNo experience or partner necessary\, just come and dance! \n$10-20 suggested donation BUY NOW or at the door
URL:https://magma.center/event/barn-dance/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T103827
CREATED:20250502T161058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T161058Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Salon
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, May 11\, 2025 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm\nMAGMA\, 11 Pleasant Street\, Gloucester\, MA\nSuggested Donation: $5 – 10\, online or at the door\nRegistration link: https://momence.com/s/116543702 \n\nJoin us for the Sunday Salon with Miranda Aisling and Heather Atwood at MAGMA in Gloucester. During this monthly salon series\, attendees are invited to engage in thoughtful\, enriching conversations with fellow creatives across Cape Ann. The aim is to create an inspiring\, convivial space to foster creativity in our region.\n\nWhether you’re a long-time practicing artist or enthusiastically art-adjacent\, we welcome you to join in the conversation. We’ll break into small groups to encourage engaging discussions between attendees.
URL:https://magma.center/event/sunday-salon-5/
LOCATION:MAGMA\, 11 Pleasant St.\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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