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JUNE 25 - JULY 5, 2009, CULTURAL CENTER OF THE PHILIPPINES  
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IndepenDance
Features leading independent dance companies and choreographers—
the cornerstone of contemporary dance in the Philippines.
JUNE 25-JULY 5 / 8PM
TANGHALANG AURELIO TOLENTINO (LITTLE THEATRE) /
TANGHALANG NICANOR ABELARDO STAGE (MAIN THEATRE STAGE)
Gala
The contemporary dance panorama. Includes winners of contemporary
dance competitions, major dance companies, and the prime movers of
the Contemporary Dance Network Philippines.
JUNE 25 / 8PM / TANGHALANG AURELIO TOLENTINO (LITTLE THEATRE)
JULY 5 / 8PM / TANGHALANG NICANOR ABELARDO STAGE (MAIN THEATRE STAGE)
New Choreographers Competition
The third year of a competition for the solo-duet form, the personal
vision of young choreographers.
JULY 2-3 / 6PM & JULY 4 / 3PM & 6PM
TANGHALANG NICANOR ABELARDO STAGE (MAIN THEATRE STAGE)
Uncensored Bodies (FREE)
Breaking new ground to initiate, for the first time, a short dance film
competition - in a pioneering display of dance on video works.
JUNE 27 (OPENING) / 430PM
JUNE 27 & 28, JULY 3, 4, & 5, / 430-530PM
TANGHALANG MANUEL CONDE (DREAM THEATRE)
2nd Step
Where are Wi-fi Body’s past competitors? Here—with new works in 2nd
step, as the festival nurtures their talent in its evolving artistry.
JUNE 26-27 / 6PM
TANGHALANG NICANOR ABELARDO STAGE (MAIN THEATRE STAGE)
Photo Exhibit: The Dancing Body
The allure of the human body in captivating images that depict the
history of contemporary dance in the Philippines.
ON-GOING ALL FESTIVAL DAYS
TANGHALANG NICANOR ABELARDO LOBBY (MAIN THEATRE LOBBY)
In Focus (FREE)
Zooming in on dance groups and independent dance artists who deserve
a closer look. This open space also hosts curated and open jams.
JUNE 25-JULY 5 / 930PM
TANGHALANG NICANOR ABELARDO LOBBY (MAIN THEATRE LOBBY)
Plenary: Contemporary Dance Network Philippines
Mapping out the Contemporary Dance Network Philippines. Inviting all
practitioners to join!
JUNE 26 / 4-5PM & JULY 3 / 4-5PM
TANGHALANG NICANOR ABELARDO LOBBY (MAIN THEATRE LOBBY)
Emerging Talent Showcase
The evolving young dancing body—emergent dance artists participate
with their infectious energy and surprising choreography. Glimpse into
the future of Philippine dance.
JUNE 28 / 3PM & JULY 5 / 3PM
TANGHALANG AURELIO TOLENTINO (LITTLE THEATRE)
Contemporary Dance Workshops
Deepen the experience of your evolving body in workshops by eminent
contemporary dance practitioners.
JUNE 25-28 / 1-3PM & JULY 2-5 / 1-3PM
TANGHALANG NICANOR ABELARDO LOBBY (MAIN THEATRE LOBBY)
 
 

wifi body 4 is presented by the Contemporary Dance Network Philippines (CDNP),
Cultural Center of the Philippines, National Commission for Culture and the Arts,
and the U.P. Dance Company, in cooperation with Japan Foundation Manila and
STEPS Dance Studio.