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2016 was been packed with performances, workshops and weekly classes thus far. AQ Arts events and activities are also added below. For more information on AQ Arts and their projects please visit: AQartslondon.com
Here is what’s coming up...
Here is what’s coming up...
Afro Jazz dance workshops in Barcelona
Join our Artistic Director in Barcelona this Easter. Andrea Queens will be teaching Afro Jazz classes throughout the weekend.
Andrea Invites you to join her and focus on developing your craft! Opportunities to perform are also available.
More Information at www.jazzdancebcn.com/
Join our Artistic Director in Barcelona this Easter. Andrea Queens will be teaching Afro Jazz classes throughout the weekend.
Andrea Invites you to join her and focus on developing your craft! Opportunities to perform are also available.
More Information at www.jazzdancebcn.com/
AQ Arts Dancehall Fitness Class
Thanks to funding from Brent Council, Sports England and Active New You this class is only £2 for a limited time only. Open to all, this Jamaican Dancehall class is bound to keep you fit whilst teaching the latest and old school Dancehall steps.
This class is designed for all levels, dancers and non dancers welcome, you just need to want to dance!
Dancehall is rich in culture, creativity and ridiculously fun.
You won't want to miss out!
Thursdays
@ Chalkhill Community Centre
113 Chalkhill Road
HA9 9FX
Opposite Wembley Park Station
For more information on AQ Arts classes including discounts and offers please visit:
AQartslondon.com
Thanks to funding from Brent Council, Sports England and Active New You this class is only £2 for a limited time only. Open to all, this Jamaican Dancehall class is bound to keep you fit whilst teaching the latest and old school Dancehall steps.
This class is designed for all levels, dancers and non dancers welcome, you just need to want to dance!
Dancehall is rich in culture, creativity and ridiculously fun.
You won't want to miss out!
Thursdays
@ Chalkhill Community Centre
113 Chalkhill Road
HA9 9FX
Opposite Wembley Park Station
For more information on AQ Arts classes including discounts and offers please visit:
AQartslondon.com
Fundraising Fitness class
Healthy, Fit & Fabulous Exercise Classes
In partnership with In Abundance Organisation
Exercise classes led by Andrea Queens of AQ Arts.
Tuesdays
Time: 8pm - 9pm
£6.00 per Class
@ Chalkhill Community Centre
113 Chalkhill Road
HA9 9FX
Opposite Wembley Park Station
For more information on classes including discounts and offers please visit:
AQartslondon.com
Healthy, Fit & Fabulous Exercise Classes
In partnership with In Abundance Organisation
Exercise classes led by Andrea Queens of AQ Arts.
Tuesdays
Time: 8pm - 9pm
£6.00 per Class
@ Chalkhill Community Centre
113 Chalkhill Road
HA9 9FX
Opposite Wembley Park Station
For more information on classes including discounts and offers please visit:
AQartslondon.com
Soul legends and Magic of Motown shows
To kick start the year Andrea has joined the cast of the shows Soul Legends and Magic of Motown by A&C Productions.
Rehearsals and performances are in full swing. Keep you eye out for performance dates and get a chance to hear and see these soulful shows celebrating some of the best artists in music.
More info at: www.ac-productions.com
To kick start the year Andrea has joined the cast of the shows Soul Legends and Magic of Motown by A&C Productions.
Rehearsals and performances are in full swing. Keep you eye out for performance dates and get a chance to hear and see these soulful shows celebrating some of the best artists in music.
More info at: www.ac-productions.com
Residency and exchange at Musées De La Civilisation in Canada
Andrea and three other artist will explore and develop work as part of the museums, 'Rebel Bodies' exhibition.
Here the public can view open rehearsals to see how the artists work, ask questions and may even get opportunities to take part in the creative process.
During her time in Canada, Andrea will be focusing on her solo, 'Migrant Conversation' and revisiting the duet, 'Skin'.
More Information at: www.mcq.org
Andrea and three other artist will explore and develop work as part of the museums, 'Rebel Bodies' exhibition.
Here the public can view open rehearsals to see how the artists work, ask questions and may even get opportunities to take part in the creative process.
During her time in Canada, Andrea will be focusing on her solo, 'Migrant Conversation' and revisiting the duet, 'Skin'.
More Information at: www.mcq.org
Previous Projects
AQ Arts Presents youth dance classes for girls - Ages 8 - 13
WIth funding support from Brent Council, Sports England and Active New You, AQ Arts are excited to deliver dance classes for girls. Using dances of the African Diaspora such as West African, Caribbean, and Hip Hop dance we aim to boast mind and body confidence, get girls active, and celebrate dance!
Saturdays - Starting October 3rd 2015
10:30 -11:30
@ Chalkhill Community Centre
£2 on the day or £15 for 10 weeks paid in advance
Concessions £1.50 on the day or £10 for 10 weeks paid in advance.
WIth funding support from Brent Council, Sports England and Active New You, AQ Arts are excited to deliver dance classes for girls. Using dances of the African Diaspora such as West African, Caribbean, and Hip Hop dance we aim to boast mind and body confidence, get girls active, and celebrate dance!
Saturdays - Starting October 3rd 2015
10:30 -11:30
@ Chalkhill Community Centre
£2 on the day or £15 for 10 weeks paid in advance
Concessions £1.50 on the day or £10 for 10 weeks paid in advance.
Folk Dance Remixed National Tour
Andrea is performing in the fantastic Folk Dance Remixed company.
To find out more about the company and see the show please visit: www.folkdanceremixed.com
Andrea is performing in the fantastic Folk Dance Remixed company.
To find out more about the company and see the show please visit: www.folkdanceremixed.com
AQ Arts Presents - FreeDome - Thursday 25th June
A place for professional, aspiring and just because artists to jam and explore!
Poets, rappers, singers, beatboxers, storytellers and musicians are welcome to improvise, share new material or just connect with other artists and chill.
Feel free to bring your instruments. Please let me know what you are bringing in advance so we can cater for you.
There will be some improv games, great food by the venue, Nebula Whole Food Cafe and great company.
This is a free event. Donations are welcome.
Limited Spaces available. Please secure entry by emailing: info@aqartslondon.com
A place for professional, aspiring and just because artists to jam and explore!
Poets, rappers, singers, beatboxers, storytellers and musicians are welcome to improvise, share new material or just connect with other artists and chill.
Feel free to bring your instruments. Please let me know what you are bringing in advance so we can cater for you.
There will be some improv games, great food by the venue, Nebula Whole Food Cafe and great company.
This is a free event. Donations are welcome.
Limited Spaces available. Please secure entry by emailing: info@aqartslondon.com
Live and Unplugged - 9th May
A magical evening of Classical and Bollywood songs.
Andrea will be supporting Aditya Shah at Live and Unplugged.
Come along and listen to a glorious fusion of modern and traditional Indian music.
Compass Theatre, Uxbridge
A magical evening of Classical and Bollywood songs.
Andrea will be supporting Aditya Shah at Live and Unplugged.
Come along and listen to a glorious fusion of modern and traditional Indian music.
Compass Theatre, Uxbridge
Intern wanted - Monday 23rd March to Saturday 11th April
AQ Arts are looking for a passionate, forward thinking and dedicated intern for an exciting new project.
The successful candidate will support our social media campaign, deliver administration tasks, assist in the creative process of new piece, Penny, and the event, The Next Phase.
As this is not a paid position, AQ Arts will cover travel expenses. The intern will also receive 3 mentoring session with the Company Director, Andrea Queens, and take part in company class which will consist of contemporary dance influenced by capoeira and breaking, vocal and acting sessions.
You will be needed for a maximum of 6 days out of the dates below.
Dates:
March 23rd – 26th
31st – 2nd
31st - April 11th
There is space for flexibility on dates except for March 23rd and April 10th
Please contact Carly Woodridge - carlywoodbridge@hotmail.co.uk with your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position.
Deadline: Friday 20th at 10am
AQ Arts are looking for a passionate, forward thinking and dedicated intern for an exciting new project.
The successful candidate will support our social media campaign, deliver administration tasks, assist in the creative process of new piece, Penny, and the event, The Next Phase.
As this is not a paid position, AQ Arts will cover travel expenses. The intern will also receive 3 mentoring session with the Company Director, Andrea Queens, and take part in company class which will consist of contemporary dance influenced by capoeira and breaking, vocal and acting sessions.
You will be needed for a maximum of 6 days out of the dates below.
Dates:
March 23rd – 26th
31st – 2nd
31st - April 11th
There is space for flexibility on dates except for March 23rd and April 10th
Please contact Carly Woodridge - carlywoodbridge@hotmail.co.uk with your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position.
Deadline: Friday 20th at 10am
AQ Arts Presents... THE NEXT PHASE - April 10th
The Next Phase, a night of dance, music and poetry.
AQ Arts will feature and present a work in progress entitled, 'Penny' which has been created and choreographed by Andrea Queens
This night will take you on a roller coaster of emotions, with each piece focusing on the thoughts and feelings of closing an old chapter and stepping into a new one.
Performances by Yomi 'GREEdS' Sode, Linah Nambooze and the Afro Jazz Ensemble.
Curated by AQ Arts
Produced by Passion & Purpose
Date: 10th April 2015
Venue; The Blue Elephant Theatre, 59A Bethwin Road, London, SE5 0XT
Tickets; £7.50/ £6.50 (concessions)
Time; 8pm
To buy tickets, please click here or call the box office on 020 7701 0100.
For more on the event visit:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1553278161622180/
The Next Phase, a night of dance, music and poetry.
AQ Arts will feature and present a work in progress entitled, 'Penny' which has been created and choreographed by Andrea Queens
This night will take you on a roller coaster of emotions, with each piece focusing on the thoughts and feelings of closing an old chapter and stepping into a new one.
Performances by Yomi 'GREEdS' Sode, Linah Nambooze and the Afro Jazz Ensemble.
Curated by AQ Arts
Produced by Passion & Purpose
Date: 10th April 2015
Venue; The Blue Elephant Theatre, 59A Bethwin Road, London, SE5 0XT
Tickets; £7.50/ £6.50 (concessions)
Time; 8pm
To buy tickets, please click here or call the box office on 020 7701 0100.
For more on the event visit:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1553278161622180/
PENNY - The Next Phase - April 10th
This March, Andrea will be in the studio creating an exciting new piece as a result of becoming an Arts Council England funded artist.
Penny will be performed as a work in progress at, The Next Phase, a night curated by AQ Arts.
Using contemporary dance influenced by breakdance and capoeira, music and poetry, Penny will explore the process of mourning.
Date: 10th April 2015
Venue: The Blue Elephant Theatre, 59A Bethwin Road, London, SE5 0XT
Tickets: £7.50/ £6.50 (concessions)
Time: 20:00pm
To buy tickets, please click here or call the box office on 020 7701 0100.
For more on the event visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/1553278161622180/
This March, Andrea will be in the studio creating an exciting new piece as a result of becoming an Arts Council England funded artist.
Penny will be performed as a work in progress at, The Next Phase, a night curated by AQ Arts.
Using contemporary dance influenced by breakdance and capoeira, music and poetry, Penny will explore the process of mourning.
Date: 10th April 2015
Venue: The Blue Elephant Theatre, 59A Bethwin Road, London, SE5 0XT
Tickets: £7.50/ £6.50 (concessions)
Time: 20:00pm
To buy tickets, please click here or call the box office on 020 7701 0100.
For more on the event visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/1553278161622180/
Apples and Snakes - Word's a Stage - Tue 14 April
Andrea is extreamly excited to be on board this Apple and Snakes project.
Under the direction and creative leader Robin Vaughan-Williams, Andrea and 3 fellow poets have be working on improvised poetry.
Playing with structured improvisation following the old and new ages ways to search the four poets will perform at,
Word's a stage.
Venue: Free Word Centre
Time: 7pm.
For further info visit:
https://freewordcentre.com/events/detail/the-words-a-stage
Andrea is extreamly excited to be on board this Apple and Snakes project.
Under the direction and creative leader Robin Vaughan-Williams, Andrea and 3 fellow poets have be working on improvised poetry.
Playing with structured improvisation following the old and new ages ways to search the four poets will perform at,
Word's a stage.
Venue: Free Word Centre
Time: 7pm.
For further info visit:
https://freewordcentre.com/events/detail/the-words-a-stage
DANCEHALL FITNESS CLASSES
Open to all, this Jamaican Dancehall class is bound to keep you fit whilst teaching the latest and old school Dancehall steps.
This class is designed for all levels, dancers and non dancers welcome, you just need to want to dance!
Dancehall is rich in culture, creativity and ridiculously fun.
You won't want to miss out!
Open to all, this Jamaican Dancehall class is bound to keep you fit whilst teaching the latest and old school Dancehall steps.
This class is designed for all levels, dancers and non dancers welcome, you just need to want to dance!
Dancehall is rich in culture, creativity and ridiculously fun.
You won't want to miss out!
AQ Arts Presents: Free Dome - Friday 31st October
So many dancers stress about freestyle but the essence of dance is all about moving, expressing and dancing freely.
With the support of Space NW10, AQ Arts provides the space and a safe environment to share, play and explore your freestyle without stress or self judgement. Lead by Andrea, If you need guidance, otherwise just dance and connect! All styles are welcome.
6-9pm
£3
At Space NW10 (above Iceland)71-72 High Street Harlesden
NW10 4NS
Closest station: Willesden Junction Station
Buses: 18, 220, 187, 206, 226, 228, 260, 487
So many dancers stress about freestyle but the essence of dance is all about moving, expressing and dancing freely.
With the support of Space NW10, AQ Arts provides the space and a safe environment to share, play and explore your freestyle without stress or self judgement. Lead by Andrea, If you need guidance, otherwise just dance and connect! All styles are welcome.
6-9pm
£3
At Space NW10 (above Iceland)71-72 High Street Harlesden
NW10 4NS
Closest station: Willesden Junction Station
Buses: 18, 220, 187, 206, 226, 228, 260, 487
AQ Arts - Afro Jazz Ensemble - Stimula Video Shoot.
The Afro Jazz Ensemble have been working hard in the studio on a new piece. As apart of this project the piece will be filmed later this month and released shortly after.
Keep your eyes peeled!
The Afro Jazz Ensemble have been working hard in the studio on a new piece. As apart of this project the piece will be filmed later this month and released shortly after.
Keep your eyes peeled!
Irie Dance Theatre- - Four Stages: RED - 7 & 8th November
Andrea has been selected to work with the legendary Irie Dance Theatre to celebrate their 30th anniversary and the return of it's performance company. The new work Four Stages: Re is the first of a quartet of dances which will create Four Stages.
The first of the Quartet will be lauched at Re: generations and takes place on:
7 & 8th November
Pavilion Dance South West
Bournemouth
BH1 2BU
To book visit: www.pdsw.org.uk
More information about Irie! and the work can be found at the link below.
www.iriedancetheatre.org/fourstagesred
Andrea has been selected to work with the legendary Irie Dance Theatre to celebrate their 30th anniversary and the return of it's performance company. The new work Four Stages: Re is the first of a quartet of dances which will create Four Stages.
The first of the Quartet will be lauched at Re: generations and takes place on:
7 & 8th November
Pavilion Dance South West
Bournemouth
BH1 2BU
To book visit: www.pdsw.org.uk
More information about Irie! and the work can be found at the link below.
www.iriedancetheatre.org/fourstagesred
CIAD - Tartan - September 12th
Andrea will be performing for the Costume Institute Of The African Diaspora (CIAD).
After a successful exhibition of Tartan - It's Journey Through The African Diaspora, at Craft Central.
The performance will take place at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Learning Centre
12th September
6:30pm
Free
For more info visit:
https://www.facebook.com/CIADuk
Andrea will be performing for the Costume Institute Of The African Diaspora (CIAD).
After a successful exhibition of Tartan - It's Journey Through The African Diaspora, at Craft Central.
The performance will take place at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Learning Centre
12th September
6:30pm
Free
For more info visit:
https://www.facebook.com/CIADuk
Mortal Tales - Between the Lines - August 9th
An evening in which selected choreographers present their scratch interpretations of Shakespeare's to A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Andrea will be performing with Gerrard Martin Dance as a dancer, poet and vocalist. Presenting a beautiful interpretation of act 3 scene 2
Saturday 9th August
7:30pm
Stratford Circus
Theatre square
E15 1BX
£6 / £4 Concessions
To book visit:
https://www.stratford-circus.com/Online/default.asp
An evening in which selected choreographers present their scratch interpretations of Shakespeare's to A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
Andrea will be performing with Gerrard Martin Dance as a dancer, poet and vocalist. Presenting a beautiful interpretation of act 3 scene 2
Saturday 9th August
7:30pm
Stratford Circus
Theatre square
E15 1BX
£6 / £4 Concessions
To book visit:
https://www.stratford-circus.com/Online/default.asp
Big Dance Bus / Paddington Arts Festival - Sunday August 10th
AQ Arts will return to the Big Bus stage at the Paddington Arts Festival, this time bringing back two performances.
The Afro Jazz Ensemble will perform and extract of, 'Bearer Of The Rose' and the Dancehall community group will perform, Making Memories - Building Communities.
A great day out with family or friends, come along, support the performers and watch a free afternoon of dance.
Sunday 10th August
AQ Arts groups perform between 1 - 2pm ( Event runs from 12-5pm )
Maida Hill Market
Junction of Harrow Road and Elgin Avenue
W9 3EU
Closest station: Westborne park
Free
AQ Arts will return to the Big Bus stage at the Paddington Arts Festival, this time bringing back two performances.
The Afro Jazz Ensemble will perform and extract of, 'Bearer Of The Rose' and the Dancehall community group will perform, Making Memories - Building Communities.
A great day out with family or friends, come along, support the performers and watch a free afternoon of dance.
Sunday 10th August
AQ Arts groups perform between 1 - 2pm ( Event runs from 12-5pm )
Maida Hill Market
Junction of Harrow Road and Elgin Avenue
W9 3EU
Closest station: Westborne park
Free
Carnival Boot Camp - Saturday 16th August
AQ Arts is bringing you another high energy Dancehall fitness class in this months Carnival bootcamp by Isis Mas and Kyle Prime Fitness.
This is a dance of carnival style fitness and fun!
Come along meet other fitness and dancehall lovers and most importantly get fit!
Time: 12:00 – 16:00
Venue:
Northolt Leisure Centre,
Eastcote Lane North,
Northolt
UB5 4AB
Entry cost £10 this includes 2 bottles of water
AQ Arts is bringing you another high energy Dancehall fitness class in this months Carnival bootcamp by Isis Mas and Kyle Prime Fitness.
This is a dance of carnival style fitness and fun!
Come along meet other fitness and dancehall lovers and most importantly get fit!
Time: 12:00 – 16:00
Venue:
Northolt Leisure Centre,
Eastcote Lane North,
Northolt
UB5 4AB
Entry cost £10 this includes 2 bottles of water
Carnival Boot Camp - July 26th
The 4th Carnival Boot Camp featuring an AQ Arts Dancehall fitness class will take place at the end of the month. Brought to you by Prime Fitness and Isis Mas
4 hours of fun, 4 amazing workouts!
July 26th
12-5pm
£10 entry including 2 bottles of water
Northolt Leisure Centre
The 4th Carnival Boot Camp featuring an AQ Arts Dancehall fitness class will take place at the end of the month. Brought to you by Prime Fitness and Isis Mas
4 hours of fun, 4 amazing workouts!
July 26th
12-5pm
£10 entry including 2 bottles of water
Northolt Leisure Centre
Brent Celebrates: A World in Dance - 25th July
Andrea will be performing solo work, Migrant Conversation, at Brent Celebrates: A World in Dance.
This work is a collaborations between Andrea and the audiences she has worked with during the Migrant Conversation performances to date.
25th July 6-9pm
The Grand Hall The Drum at Wembley
£5 / £3.50 concessions
For further info:
http://www.brent.gov.uk/events-and-whats-on-calendar/events/brent-celebrates-a-world-of-dance/
Andrea will be performing solo work, Migrant Conversation, at Brent Celebrates: A World in Dance.
This work is a collaborations between Andrea and the audiences she has worked with during the Migrant Conversation performances to date.
25th July 6-9pm
The Grand Hall The Drum at Wembley
£5 / £3.50 concessions
For further info:
http://www.brent.gov.uk/events-and-whats-on-calendar/events/brent-celebrates-a-world-of-dance/
S.T.U.P.I.D - 22 & 23 July
Andrea will be collaborating with up and coming hip-hop theatre choreographer Yami Lofvenberg on a fresh, new and exciting piece of work.
Through dance, narrative and spoken word, three dancers living with learning disorders show us the real truth behind the beats. S.T.U.P.I.D invites you to share an intimate experience of the trio in their most un-hidden performance yet.
Chelsea Theatre
22 & 23 July
Time; 19:30pm
Tickets; £12/ £10 concessions
To buy tickets, please click link or call the box office on 020 7352 1967.
Andrea will be collaborating with up and coming hip-hop theatre choreographer Yami Lofvenberg on a fresh, new and exciting piece of work.
Through dance, narrative and spoken word, three dancers living with learning disorders show us the real truth behind the beats. S.T.U.P.I.D invites you to share an intimate experience of the trio in their most un-hidden performance yet.
Chelsea Theatre
22 & 23 July
Time; 19:30pm
Tickets; £12/ £10 concessions
To buy tickets, please click link or call the box office on 020 7352 1967.
Open Art Surgery - Penny - 18th July
Andrea will be exploring ideas for a new work as part of the Breaking Conventions: Open Art Surgery.
The result of this week long exploration will be presented at the scratch night along with a question and answer session.
This is your opportunity to ask, comment or suggest what you will about the work before it grows into a final product!
Friday 18th July
7:30pm
Sadler's Wells, Lillian Baylis Studio
Tickets £5
To book visit:
http://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/2014/Open-Art-Surgery/
Andrea will be exploring ideas for a new work as part of the Breaking Conventions: Open Art Surgery.
The result of this week long exploration will be presented at the scratch night along with a question and answer session.
This is your opportunity to ask, comment or suggest what you will about the work before it grows into a final product!
Friday 18th July
7:30pm
Sadler's Wells, Lillian Baylis Studio
Tickets £5
To book visit:
http://www.sadlerswells.com/whats-on/2014/Open-Art-Surgery/
Brent Dance and Fitness event - 12th July
Andrea will be teaching a Dancehall workshop for Brent's Dance and Fitness Event in partnership with Exercise Movement & Dance Partnership.
It's a free event made to get Brent fit and dancing. Come and have a blast!
Exercise Movement & Dance Partnership
Saturday 12th July
4pm
Brent Civic Centre
FREE
Andrea will be teaching a Dancehall workshop for Brent's Dance and Fitness Event in partnership with Exercise Movement & Dance Partnership.
It's a free event made to get Brent fit and dancing. Come and have a blast!
Exercise Movement & Dance Partnership
Saturday 12th July
4pm
Brent Civic Centre
FREE
Afro Jazz Ensemble - Big Dance Bus - July 6th
The Afro Jazz Ensemble (AJE) will performing an extract from, Bearer of the Rose, for the second time on as part of the Big Dance festival.
The performance will take place on 188-196 Regent street W1B 5BT, not far from Hamleys Shop.
The event runs from
12- 6pm
AJE perform at 12:35pm
FREE
The Afro Jazz Ensemble (AJE) will performing an extract from, Bearer of the Rose, for the second time on as part of the Big Dance festival.
The performance will take place on 188-196 Regent street W1B 5BT, not far from Hamleys Shop.
The event runs from
12- 6pm
AJE perform at 12:35pm
FREE
Migrant Conversation - Raw Artists London present Communique - July 3rd
As a featured artist with Raw Artists London, Andrea will be performing an improvised solo piece, 'Migrant Conversation,' featuring dance and poetry on July 3rd.
'Let's talk about the migrants, 1st and 2nd born's point of view for once! Attitudes, feelings and theories towards home, and the balance of adapting, retaining and passing on culture.'
'Migrant Conversation', is created Andrea and the audience on the night!
To book tickets visit: http://www.rawartists.org/andreaqueensarts
As a featured artist with Raw Artists London, Andrea will be performing an improvised solo piece, 'Migrant Conversation,' featuring dance and poetry on July 3rd.
'Let's talk about the migrants, 1st and 2nd born's point of view for once! Attitudes, feelings and theories towards home, and the balance of adapting, retaining and passing on culture.'
'Migrant Conversation', is created Andrea and the audience on the night!
To book tickets visit: http://www.rawartists.org/andreaqueensarts
Big Dance Bus - Sunday 15th June
Big Dance is here and though our community strand AQ Arts will be performing on the Big Dance Bus. The Afro Jazz Ensemble will perform and extract of, 'Bearer Of The Rose'.
We will be performing an number of times thought out the day.
A great day out with family or friends, come along, support the performers and watch a free afternoon of dance.
Regent Street
Performances between 12-5pm
Free
Big Dance is here and though our community strand AQ Arts will be performing on the Big Dance Bus. The Afro Jazz Ensemble will perform and extract of, 'Bearer Of The Rose'.
We will be performing an number of times thought out the day.
A great day out with family or friends, come along, support the performers and watch a free afternoon of dance.
Regent Street
Performances between 12-5pm
Free
Carnival Boot Camp - Saturday 16th August
AQ Arts is bringing you another high energy Dancehall fitness class in this months Carnival bootcamp by Isis Mas and Kyle Prime Fitness.
This is a dance of carnival style fitness and fun!
Come along meet other fitness and dancehall lovers and most importantly get fit!
Time: 12:00 – 16:00
Venue:
Northolt Leisure Centre,
Eastcote Lane North,
Northolt
UB5 4AB
Entry cost £10 this includes 2 bottles of water/
AQ Arts is bringing you another high energy Dancehall fitness class in this months Carnival bootcamp by Isis Mas and Kyle Prime Fitness.
This is a dance of carnival style fitness and fun!
Come along meet other fitness and dancehall lovers and most importantly get fit!
Time: 12:00 – 16:00
Venue:
Northolt Leisure Centre,
Eastcote Lane North,
Northolt
UB5 4AB
Entry cost £10 this includes 2 bottles of water/
Big Dance Bus - Sunday 15th June
Big Dance is here and though our community strand AQ Arts will be performing on the Big Dance Bus. The Afro Jazz Ensemble will perform and extract of, 'Bearer Of The Rose' and Dancehall Fitness class takers will also be performing, 'Making Memories, Building Communities'. For some this will be there first dance performance!
We will be performing an number of times thought out the day.
A great day out with family or friends, come along, support the performers and watch a free afternoon of dance.
Westfield London
Performances between 12-5pm
Free
Big Dance is here and though our community strand AQ Arts will be performing on the Big Dance Bus. The Afro Jazz Ensemble will perform and extract of, 'Bearer Of The Rose' and Dancehall Fitness class takers will also be performing, 'Making Memories, Building Communities'. For some this will be there first dance performance!
We will be performing an number of times thought out the day.
A great day out with family or friends, come along, support the performers and watch a free afternoon of dance.
Westfield London
Performances between 12-5pm
Free
The Lovers Rock Club - Saturday 14th June
be entertained
The AQ Arts Afro Jazz Ensemble will be performing at the launch Of the Lovers Rock Club.
The brilliant vocal talents Carroll Thompson, Traditional and Emiliyah will also be performing. This is a dinner and dance event so be ready to sway to lovers rock, indulge in Caribbean cuisine and be entertained.
7:30pm- till late
Show time: 10:30pm
Rooftop Lounge
3rd Floor Legion House
854 - 858 Uxbridge Road Hayes
Middlesex UB4 0RP
Ticket Outlets:
Hawkeye Harlesden and Rooftop Lounge Hayes
be entertained
The AQ Arts Afro Jazz Ensemble will be performing at the launch Of the Lovers Rock Club.
The brilliant vocal talents Carroll Thompson, Traditional and Emiliyah will also be performing. This is a dinner and dance event so be ready to sway to lovers rock, indulge in Caribbean cuisine and be entertained.
7:30pm- till late
Show time: 10:30pm
Rooftop Lounge
3rd Floor Legion House
854 - 858 Uxbridge Road Hayes
Middlesex UB4 0RP
Ticket Outlets:
Hawkeye Harlesden and Rooftop Lounge Hayes
Westfield Presents the A-Z of Big Dance - Monday 9th June
Andrea is will be teaching a free workshop as part of Westfield Presents the A-Z of Big Dance under D for Dancehall! Bring a friend and your smile and lets gets moving. This event which aims to give audiences a taster of various dance styles will happen every Monday throughout June and July.
8.15-9pm
Westfield 2nd Floor in front of M&S
Free
Andrea is will be teaching a free workshop as part of Westfield Presents the A-Z of Big Dance under D for Dancehall! Bring a friend and your smile and lets gets moving. This event which aims to give audiences a taster of various dance styles will happen every Monday throughout June and July.
8.15-9pm
Westfield 2nd Floor in front of M&S
Free
Carnival Boot Camp - Saturday 31 May
AQ Arts will be a part of Carnival bootcamp brought to you by Isis Mas and Kyle Prime Fitness.
This is a dance of carnival style fitness and fun!
Andrea will be teaching a dancehall workshop at the event so come along and get fit!
Other workshops include:
Azonto Fitness
Armageddon
Swing step
and special guest presenter.
Time: 13:00 – 18:00
Venue:
Northolt Leisure Centre,
Eastcote Lane North,
Northolt
UB5 4AB
Entry cost £10 this includes 2 bottles of water and a Body by vi nutritional shake!
For more info and to book your ticket click the link below:
https://www.tickettext.co.uk/isismas/carnival-boot-camp-31-may/
AQ Arts will be a part of Carnival bootcamp brought to you by Isis Mas and Kyle Prime Fitness.
This is a dance of carnival style fitness and fun!
Andrea will be teaching a dancehall workshop at the event so come along and get fit!
Other workshops include:
Azonto Fitness
Armageddon
Swing step
and special guest presenter.
Time: 13:00 – 18:00
Venue:
Northolt Leisure Centre,
Eastcote Lane North,
Northolt
UB5 4AB
Entry cost £10 this includes 2 bottles of water and a Body by vi nutritional shake!
For more info and to book your ticket click the link below:
https://www.tickettext.co.uk/isismas/carnival-boot-camp-31-may/
Secret Theatre London 6th - 31st May
The Secret Theatre creates thrilling, intricate and site specific theatre productions. The location, production and dress code are kept a secret until you, 'Buy your ticket, Take the ride.' Andrea is the choreographer for their latest production and insists you experience this interesting take on theatre!
Book your ticket here:
http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/secrettheatrelondon/
The Secret Theatre creates thrilling, intricate and site specific theatre productions. The location, production and dress code are kept a secret until you, 'Buy your ticket, Take the ride.' Andrea is the choreographer for their latest production and insists you experience this interesting take on theatre!
Book your ticket here:
http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/secrettheatrelondon/
Video Games - Andrea Queens and Authumn Marie Dones
This contemporary dance video, a collaboration between Andrea and American artist Authumn Marie Dones can be found at this link: http://vimeo.com/93293549
The two first meet during Andrea's time studying dance in New York City. Authumn is currently traveling the world to share and explore dance and culture. A truly inspirational artist you can follow her discoveries here: http://asteparoundtheworld.com/2014/05/05/video-games/
This contemporary dance video, a collaboration between Andrea and American artist Authumn Marie Dones can be found at this link: http://vimeo.com/93293549
The two first meet during Andrea's time studying dance in New York City. Authumn is currently traveling the world to share and explore dance and culture. A truly inspirational artist you can follow her discoveries here: http://asteparoundtheworld.com/2014/05/05/video-games/
3rd May - AQ Arts present, 'I Choose' - The New Venus
AQ Arts latest work, 'I Choose', is back just a few days after its stage debut. The New Venus is an event that celebrates women of this era through art.
'I Choose', is jam packed with poetry and dance, exploring the privilege and responsibility of choice. Uncovering the passion that often ignites when we who expect choice are refused it and faced with expectation.
Brixton East Gallery
2pm -2am
Price £5 -£8
AQ Arts latest work, 'I Choose', is back just a few days after its stage debut. The New Venus is an event that celebrates women of this era through art.
'I Choose', is jam packed with poetry and dance, exploring the privilege and responsibility of choice. Uncovering the passion that often ignites when we who expect choice are refused it and faced with expectation.
Brixton East Gallery
2pm -2am
Price £5 -£8
Folk Dance Remixed - Krupa's Got A New Maypole - Throughout the summer 2014
Andrea is working with Folk Dance remixed for the second year running.
Watch and take part in Folk Dance Remixed's new show, 'Krupa's Got A New Maypole'. It's super fun, super energetic and a genius mix of English folk dance, Bollywood, African dance and Hip Hop styles.
Monday 21st - Feast of St George, Trafalgar Square, London
Wednesday 23rd - St Georges Day Celebrations, Swindon Town Centre, Wiltshire
Friday 25th - Bites Remix: The Albany, Deptford, London
Sunday 27th - St Georges Day Celebrations, Borough Market, London Bridge, London
More dates will be announced soon!
Andrea is working with Folk Dance remixed for the second year running.
Watch and take part in Folk Dance Remixed's new show, 'Krupa's Got A New Maypole'. It's super fun, super energetic and a genius mix of English folk dance, Bollywood, African dance and Hip Hop styles.
Monday 21st - Feast of St George, Trafalgar Square, London
Wednesday 23rd - St Georges Day Celebrations, Swindon Town Centre, Wiltshire
Friday 25th - Bites Remix: The Albany, Deptford, London
Sunday 27th - St Georges Day Celebrations, Borough Market, London Bridge, London
More dates will be announced soon!
Afro Jazz Dance Classes
Coming BACK IN 2014!
We are currently on a break. Please send your email via the contact me page to be placed on the mailing list and notified about next years classes.
Andrea teaches Afro Jazz classes every Wednesday.
This is a super exciting class blending African and Caribbean dances with Jazz technique!
WHERE AND WHEN:
To be confirmed
PRICE:
Only £5
DIRECTIONS:
To be confirmed
LEVEL:
This is a general level class however a basic knowledge of Jazz, ballet or contemporary dance would be Ideal.
Let’s Groove And Werk!!
We are currently on a break. Please send your email via the contact me page to be placed on the mailing list and notified about next years classes.
Andrea teaches Afro Jazz classes every Wednesday.
This is a super exciting class blending African and Caribbean dances with Jazz technique!
WHERE AND WHEN:
To be confirmed
PRICE:
Only £5
DIRECTIONS:
To be confirmed
LEVEL:
This is a general level class however a basic knowledge of Jazz, ballet or contemporary dance would be Ideal.
Let’s Groove And Werk!!
24th April - AQ Arts present, 'I Choose' - Moving Words
Feast your eyes on the latest work from AQ Arts. The piece entitled, 'I choose', is jam packed with poetry and dance, exploring the privilege and responsibility of choice. Uncovering the passion that often ignites when we who expect choice are refused it and faced with expectation.
There will also be a question and answer session with all artists presenting work and performing on the night.
7.15pm at Chisenhale Dance Space
Ticket price: £4
To book go to:
http://www.seetickets.com/Tour/moving-words
Feast your eyes on the latest work from AQ Arts. The piece entitled, 'I choose', is jam packed with poetry and dance, exploring the privilege and responsibility of choice. Uncovering the passion that often ignites when we who expect choice are refused it and faced with expectation.
There will also be a question and answer session with all artists presenting work and performing on the night.
7.15pm at Chisenhale Dance Space
Ticket price: £4
To book go to:
http://www.seetickets.com/Tour/moving-words
AQ Arts Presents: A session with.... Alfa Marks
A session with... is when Andrea gets in the studio with an artist for a few short hours, creates and films the work born out of that moment.
Here is the result of Afro Jazz, Alfa Marks and a great session!
A session with... is when Andrea gets in the studio with an artist for a few short hours, creates and films the work born out of that moment.
Here is the result of Afro Jazz, Alfa Marks and a great session!
AQ Arts - Call for performers
AQ Arts is looking for performers confident in using the voice and movement for a short project, to be performed on the 24th of April. We would be interested to hear from dancers who act or poets interested in working with movement.
Please note that this is an unpaid opportunity which would be great for performers who want to expand there skills and push beyond there comfort zones.
Auditions are via video. To apply please send your CV and short video between 1-4 minutes to andrea.queens@yahoo.com.
The audition video must feature at least one minute of movement (any style) plus delivery of a story or poem.
AQ Arts is looking for performers confident in using the voice and movement for a short project, to be performed on the 24th of April. We would be interested to hear from dancers who act or poets interested in working with movement.
Please note that this is an unpaid opportunity which would be great for performers who want to expand there skills and push beyond there comfort zones.
Auditions are via video. To apply please send your CV and short video between 1-4 minutes to andrea.queens@yahoo.com.
The audition video must feature at least one minute of movement (any style) plus delivery of a story or poem.
AQ Arts Presents: The Home Is Where The Art Lives Project
This project was created as a result of the, 'Home Is Where The Art Lives,' video below and its concept. The project will continue to visit the idea of home for a variety of artists.
After discussing the video and its representations with a good friend, the movement based project of short videos exploring the homes of art was born. Looking into where we choose to be creative, the freedom that space brings without judgment or note of ability and how it impacts on our lives.
The first edition is also Andrea's first Afro Jazz, dance on film piece. Looking at the space of a dancer, where music meets movement.
Thursday 13th & Friday 14th February - Wild Card: Dancehall Takeover - "Is My Whining Winding You Up?"
Another chance to catch, "Is My Whining Winding You Up?" by Cindy Claes. This comical Dancehall theatre piece will be featured as part of the Wild Card Project . Bringing you the first Dancehall focused night at the Sadlers Wells - Lillian Baylis Theatre. Don't Miss Out!
For tickets info go to: www.sadlerswells.com
Another chance to catch, "Is My Whining Winding You Up?" by Cindy Claes. This comical Dancehall theatre piece will be featured as part of the Wild Card Project . Bringing you the first Dancehall focused night at the Sadlers Wells - Lillian Baylis Theatre. Don't Miss Out!
For tickets info go to: www.sadlerswells.com
Friday 22nd November - 31st December - Incandescence Circus Theatre Company.
Andrea will be performing in Leicester with Incandescence Circus Theatre Company. This will be the first time Andrea will dancing with fire.
Andrea will be performing in Leicester with Incandescence Circus Theatre Company. This will be the first time Andrea will dancing with fire.
Monday 11th November - Batuke Group - Angolan Independence Day
Andrea will be performing with Batuke Group to celebrate Angolan independence day.
The performance will have live drummers, there will also be a fantastic array of live music.
Andrea will be performing with Batuke Group to celebrate Angolan independence day.
The performance will have live drummers, there will also be a fantastic array of live music.
Saturday 2 November 5pm - UK Dancehall United - PHD Events; The Origins of Hip-Hop
Choreographed by Andrea Queens and Cindy Claes
UK Dancehall Untied will present a Dancehall performance, workshop and seminar as part of, 'The Origins of Hip-Hop', event. We are extremely proud to share Dancehall with a variety of audiences.
This is an exciting collaborative project which will see us perform with our most dedicated students
and other UK Dancehall practitioners.
Brunel University
Uxbridge
Prices vary
For more info visit: http://www.phd-events.com/
Choreographed by Andrea Queens and Cindy Claes
UK Dancehall Untied will present a Dancehall performance, workshop and seminar as part of, 'The Origins of Hip-Hop', event. We are extremely proud to share Dancehall with a variety of audiences.
This is an exciting collaborative project which will see us perform with our most dedicated students
and other UK Dancehall practitioners.
Brunel University
Uxbridge
Prices vary
For more info visit: http://www.phd-events.com/
26th & 27th October - Afro Arts Fest 2013 - Dancehall and Afro Jazz Workshops
I will be teaching Afro Jazz and Dancehall classes at this wonderful event.
Afro Arts Fest celebrates arts from the African diaspora. You can take part in a range of classes, from dance and capoeira to drumming and arts & crafts.
Kentish Town Community Centre
£7 drop in class
£50 for the whole weekend.
Kids free
I will be teaching Afro Jazz and Dancehall classes at this wonderful event.
Afro Arts Fest celebrates arts from the African diaspora. You can take part in a range of classes, from dance and capoeira to drumming and arts & crafts.
Kentish Town Community Centre
£7 drop in class
£50 for the whole weekend.
Kids free
Picture by Johnny Ong
AQ Arts Production - 'Bearer of the Rose' - Saturday 28th September
The AQ Arts production, 'Bearer of the Rose', will be performed at the ADAD Bloom Festival London.
Come along, support and enjoy Andrea's Afro Jazz choreography.
The show will de held at the Bernie Grant Arts Centre at 7:45pm
Cost: £10 / £8
Picture by Irven Lewis
Folk Dance Remixed production 'Step Hop House'.
Choreographers Kerry Fletcher and Natasha Khamjani (supported by East London Dance)
An explosion of live music and folk dance mixed with other styles such as African, Hip Hop, House and Bollywood. I can guarantee you have never seen anything like this!
September performances:
Friday 6th - London Bridge Live Arts Outdoor Dance Programme
Sunday 8th - Stratford Rising Festival - First performance at 12:30
Thursday 12th & Friday 13th - East London Dance's 25 Years and Counting - 7:30pm at Stratford
Circus
Sunday 22nd - Folk Dance Remixed Presents... - 7pm at Cecil Sharp House
Choreographers Kerry Fletcher and Natasha Khamjani (supported by East London Dance)
An explosion of live music and folk dance mixed with other styles such as African, Hip Hop, House and Bollywood. I can guarantee you have never seen anything like this!
September performances:
Friday 6th - London Bridge Live Arts Outdoor Dance Programme
Sunday 8th - Stratford Rising Festival - First performance at 12:30
Thursday 12th & Friday 13th - East London Dance's 25 Years and Counting - 7:30pm at Stratford
Circus
Sunday 22nd - Folk Dance Remixed Presents... - 7pm at Cecil Sharp House
"Is My Whining Winding You Up?"!!!! - Wild Card - 20th September
Catch this comical Dancehall theatre piece by Cindy Claes in Wild Card at the Saddlers Wells - Lillian Baylis Theatre. Programmed by Vicki Igbokwe (Uchenna Dance). The piece focuses on women and gender inequalities.
Catch this comical Dancehall theatre piece by Cindy Claes in Wild Card at the Saddlers Wells - Lillian Baylis Theatre. Programmed by Vicki Igbokwe (Uchenna Dance). The piece focuses on women and gender inequalities.
Picture by Natasha Khamjani
6th August – Folk Dance Remixed production 'Step Hop House'.
Sidmouth Folk Festival, Devon - Choreographers Kerry Fletcher and Natasha Khamjani (East London Dance)
An explosion of folk dance mixed with other styles such as African, Hip Hop, House and Bollywood.
There are various performances throughout September so keep your eyes peeled for the September News update for more information.
Saturday 13th July Live Vibe – Make It Happen
Kindred Tribe Ft Andrea Queens and Xena Gusthart
'Make It Happen' is a creative challenge for dancers, spoken word artists and singers who are randomly paired to collaborate and produce work in a short space of time. We got through first round last month, come and suport us at Rich Mix for the final round.
Kindred Tribe Ft Andrea Queens and Xena Gusthart
'Make It Happen' is a creative challenge for dancers, spoken word artists and singers who are randomly paired to collaborate and produce work in a short space of time. We got through first round last month, come and suport us at Rich Mix for the final round.
Saturday 29th – 30th June Jump for Joy
(International Sabar Event)
You can also catch me performing in ,Yaye Dib Sabar company presents 'NJAKHAS', showcasing new work by director and choreographer Diene 'Waaw Waaw' Sagna.
Taken from the Senegalese language Wolof meaning 'patchwork', NJAKHAS mixes powerful West African movements and rhythms with a contemporary twist.
Free and open to the public, the show will debut on Saturday 29th June at 18:00 at the Siobhan Davies Studios as part of the JUMPforJOY!! 2013 event.
Siobhan Davies Dance Studios,
85 St George's Road,
London, SE1 6ER
(International Sabar Event)
You can also catch me performing in ,Yaye Dib Sabar company presents 'NJAKHAS', showcasing new work by director and choreographer Diene 'Waaw Waaw' Sagna.
Taken from the Senegalese language Wolof meaning 'patchwork', NJAKHAS mixes powerful West African movements and rhythms with a contemporary twist.
Free and open to the public, the show will debut on Saturday 29th June at 18:00 at the Siobhan Davies Studios as part of the JUMPforJOY!! 2013 event.
Siobhan Davies Dance Studios,
85 St George's Road,
London, SE1 6ER
AQ Arts Performance - Thursday 20th June Coming to America is 25
Join us for the First Afro Jazz performance at ‘Coming to America is 25’. Presented by We are Parable in partnership with Stratford Picturehouse, the event celebrates the 25th anniversary of the cinematic release of the film 'Coming to America'.
Andrea Queens (AQarts) will be opening for the event with a piece entitled, ‘Bearer Of The Rose’. Inspired by Akeem’s (Eddie Murphy’s character)decision to take charge of his life.
‘The fun begins from 7pm, with rose bearers, African dancers, drummers, stallholders and the cocktails, you can be sure to be fully immersed within the "Coming to America" experience as Zamunda comes to Stratford.’
Stratford East Picturehouse
Join us for the First Afro Jazz performance at ‘Coming to America is 25’. Presented by We are Parable in partnership with Stratford Picturehouse, the event celebrates the 25th anniversary of the cinematic release of the film 'Coming to America'.
Andrea Queens (AQarts) will be opening for the event with a piece entitled, ‘Bearer Of The Rose’. Inspired by Akeem’s (Eddie Murphy’s character)decision to take charge of his life.
‘The fun begins from 7pm, with rose bearers, African dancers, drummers, stallholders and the cocktails, you can be sure to be fully immersed within the "Coming to America" experience as Zamunda comes to Stratford.’
Stratford East Picturehouse
Saturday 15th June Live Vibe – Make It Happen
Kindred Tribe Ft Andrea Queens have been paired with Xena Gusthart
Come and support us in the first round of Make It Happen.
Make It Happen is a creative challenge for dancers, spoken word artists and singers to collaborate and produce work in just two weeks. The performance takes place on Saturday 15th . Selected groups will be voted through to a second round to develop their work and perform in July.
Kindred Tribe Ft Andrea Queens have been paired with Xena Gusthart
Come and support us in the first round of Make It Happen.
Make It Happen is a creative challenge for dancers, spoken word artists and singers to collaborate and produce work in just two weeks. The performance takes place on Saturday 15th . Selected groups will be voted through to a second round to develop their work and perform in July.