Change in Location and Date for January 2014 IABD Dance Conference & Festival
New Dates & Location of IABD Conference & Festival
January 16 - 19, 2014 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday weekend)
Hosted by Dallas Black Dance Theatre - Ann Williams, Founder/Artistic Director
2700 Flora Street - Dallas, TX 75201 - www.dbdt.com
Dear Anticipated IABD Conference Delegate:
On behalf of the Board of Directors for the International Association of Blacks in Dance (IABD), we are writing to inform you about a change to the 2014 Conference location. The 26th Annual Conference will not take place
in Las Vegas, NV, however it will still occur in January 2014 hosted by Dallas Black Dance Theatre, January 16 - 19, 2014.
The Board acknowledges and appreciates the hard work and efforts of Bernard H. Gaddis, Founding Artistic Director of Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Theater and his staff in planning for the 26th Annual Conference. We are hopeful that the conference will return to Las Vegas, at a later date.
We apologize for any inconveniences this change in location and date may have caused you and encourage your support and participation in this outstanding event which has just celebrated 25 years. The conference platform will continue to include performance opportunities for our members, dance master classes,
panels, workshops, seminars, networking opportunities, and much more.
New Dates & Location of IABD Conference & Festival
January 16 - 19, 2014 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday weekend)
Hosted by Dallas Black Dance Theatre - Ann Williams, Founder/Artistic Director
2700 Flora Street - Dallas, TX 75201 - www.dbdt.com
Dear Anticipated IABD Conference Delegate:
On behalf of the Board of Directors for the International Association of Blacks in Dance (IABD), we are writing to inform you about a change to the 2014 Conference location. The 26th Annual Conference will not take place
in Las Vegas, NV, however it will still occur in January 2014 hosted by Dallas Black Dance Theatre, January 16 - 19, 2014.
The Board acknowledges and appreciates the hard work and efforts of Bernard H. Gaddis, Founding Artistic Director of Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Theater and his staff in planning for the 26th Annual Conference. We are hopeful that the conference will return to Las Vegas, at a later date.
We apologize for any inconveniences this change in location and date may have caused you and encourage your support and participation in this outstanding event which has just celebrated 25 years. The conference platform will continue to include performance opportunities for our members, dance master classes,
panels, workshops, seminars, networking opportunities, and much more.
In the spirit of growth and development, the Board of Directors will be meeting to review the suggestions presented by the IABD membership during the recent Town Hall meeting at the 25th Anniversary Conference in Washington, DC. Rest assured, the Board is committed to developing a strategic plan to include new goals and direction for the next 25 years seeking new collaborative efforts and ensuring greater visibility to the organization, its' conference, the members' interests and their issues.
IABD's mission "to preserve and promote dance by people of African ancestry or origin, and assist and increase
opportunities for artists in networking, funding, performance, education, audience development, philosophical dialogue, touring and advocacy" is of great importance to the Board, and we believe that the planning and implementation of all conference events should continue to serve our mission as in prior years.
All the best,
The Board of Directors - International Association of Blacks in Dance
New Dates & Location of IABD Conference & Festival
January 16 - 19, 2014 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday weekend)
Hosted by Dallas Black Dance Theatre - Ann Williams, Founder/Artistic Director
2700 Flora Street - Dallas, TX 75201 - www.dbdt.com
Founded in 1976 by Ann Williams, the mission of Dallas Black Dance Theatre is to create and produce contemporary modern dance at its highest level of artistic excellence through performances and educational programs that bridge cultures and reach diverse communities. With an ever-expanding national and global
audience, the company employs a diverse, multi-ethnic troupe of dancers performing for audiences of all ages
and backgrounds.
About International Association of Blacks in Dance
IABD has become the Mecca for Blacks in Dance such as artists, dance companies, directors, choreographers,
those interested in black dance issues, performance showcases, and artistry. The Association, founded in 1988, provides a network, formal newsletters, choreographers directory, published papers and is the raison d'tre for the annual conference. The Association also responds to and initiates dialogue around
issues that impact the Black Dance Community as well as the community at large.
About IABD Conference
The Annual IABD Conference is the only national gathering of Black Dance professionals in the United States. The conference has become the convergence of ideas and interaction not only for the dance community, but
also for those who serve the black community, especially the black critics association and educators. We expect 300-500 executive directors, artistic directors, company managers, choreographers, artists, educators, presenters, agents, service providers, and other individuals associated with the professional Dance field educators, marketing and development staff, etc) to join us for four days of networking, information sharing, professional development, discussion on important issues facing the Black Dance field, and performances. Explore and embrace the diversity, partnerships, and technology in this gathering that will inspire new thinking and lead to a vibrant future for dance.
IABD's mission "to preserve and promote dance by people of African ancestry or origin, and assist and increase
opportunities for artists in networking, funding, performance, education, audience development, philosophical dialogue, touring and advocacy" is of great importance to the Board, and we believe that the planning and implementation of all conference events should continue to serve our mission as in prior years.
All the best,
The Board of Directors - International Association of Blacks in Dance
New Dates & Location of IABD Conference & Festival
January 16 - 19, 2014 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday weekend)
Hosted by Dallas Black Dance Theatre - Ann Williams, Founder/Artistic Director
2700 Flora Street - Dallas, TX 75201 - www.dbdt.com
Founded in 1976 by Ann Williams, the mission of Dallas Black Dance Theatre is to create and produce contemporary modern dance at its highest level of artistic excellence through performances and educational programs that bridge cultures and reach diverse communities. With an ever-expanding national and global
audience, the company employs a diverse, multi-ethnic troupe of dancers performing for audiences of all ages
and backgrounds.
About International Association of Blacks in Dance
IABD has become the Mecca for Blacks in Dance such as artists, dance companies, directors, choreographers,
those interested in black dance issues, performance showcases, and artistry. The Association, founded in 1988, provides a network, formal newsletters, choreographers directory, published papers and is the raison d'tre for the annual conference. The Association also responds to and initiates dialogue around
issues that impact the Black Dance Community as well as the community at large.
About IABD Conference
The Annual IABD Conference is the only national gathering of Black Dance professionals in the United States. The conference has become the convergence of ideas and interaction not only for the dance community, but
also for those who serve the black community, especially the black critics association and educators. We expect 300-500 executive directors, artistic directors, company managers, choreographers, artists, educators, presenters, agents, service providers, and other individuals associated with the professional Dance field educators, marketing and development staff, etc) to join us for four days of networking, information sharing, professional development, discussion on important issues facing the Black Dance field, and performances. Explore and embrace the diversity, partnerships, and technology in this gathering that will inspire new thinking and lead to a vibrant future for dance.
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