On the NW New Works stage, it's all about the idea Donna Isobel in "Torn," part of this year's NW New Works festival by Spider Kedelsky / June 22, 2011
Politics Two festivals, one big showcase for new and edgy dance Portland performance artist Holcombe Waller by Spider Kedelsky / June 15, 2011
Culture Staging, and selling, ethnic dance and music: a Cuban success story Los Munequitos de Matanzas by Spider Kedelsky / April 6, 2011
Politics Crosscut Tout: Cuban rumba with deep cultural roots and a cross-generational style Los Munequitos de Matanzas by Spider Kedelsky / April 2, 2011
Trisha Brown has evolved from modern-dance trailblazer to opera choreographer The Trisha Brown Dance Company performs her 1983 "Set and Reset." by Spider Kedelsky / April 1, 2011
Politics Washington, home of software leaders, gets a bad rap for online transparency. What gives? Washington State Capitol by Matt Rosenberg / March 31, 2011
Alvin Ailey show brings flashes of the past, and thoughts about the company's future The dance troupe's signature piece, 'Revelations,' is in its 50th year and touring the country with great success. But to move forward, the company needs to broaden its repertoire. by Spider Kedelsky / March 29, 2011
Politics Digging deep for nuggets of gold in the quest for open government Seattle City Hall by Matt Rosenberg / March 15, 2011
Dance: Big Bang for our bucks at Meany Hall Compagnie La Baraka takes on a big concept by Spider Kedelsky / March 5, 2011
Grupo Corpo evokes the lure of Brazil at Meany Hall Superb performance and rich movement are the strengths of this 19-member company, which travels next to Portland on its U.S. tour. by Spider Kedelsky / February 8, 2011
