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Art House Productions and Kenia Rosete Dance present: FOCUS: Innovative Choreography Dance Series

originally published: 09/18/2024

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions and Kenia Rosete Dance are thrilled to present FOCUS, a dynamic exploration of contemporary dance. Audiences will witness cutting-edge choreography and stunning movement that push creative boundaries, bringing together innovation, passion, and the transformative power of dance. Performances are scheduled for October 10 and November 14, 2024, at 7:30pm at Art House Productions. This event is open to all ages.

“I’m excited to create a space for artists to share their work with the community and present a variety of dance forms," says Kenia C. Rosete, co-producer of FOCUS. "As a choreographer and dancer, I’m deeply familiar with the power of movement to connect, convey emotions, and tell stories. Partnering with Art House Productions is especially meaningful since I debuted a piece in their black box theater earlier this year. I look forward to inviting the audience into this creative journey.”

FOCUS offers an incredible opportunity for the community to engage with the limitless creativity of contemporary dance,” said Meredith Burns, Executive Artistic Director of Art House Productions. “Kenia Rosete is a powerful and visionary artist, and through this series, we’re able to present choreography that challenges conventions and invites audiences into an immersive and captivating experience.”

Tickets are $25 and available for purchase online Art House Productions is located at 345 Marin Boulevard, Jersey City, New Jersey.

Kenia C. Rosete, the artistic director of Kenia Rosete Dance, is a Mexican-American dancer, choreographer, and performance producer from the borderlands of Tijuana, Mexico, and San Diego, California. Currently based in the Jersey City/New York City area, her work delves into social and contemporary dance forms, emphasizing collaboration, proximity, and touch.




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Kenia has showcased her work at venues such as La Nacional and Lehman College in New York, as well as SMUSH Gallery, Imur Gallery, and Art House Productions in Jersey City. She has collaborated with artists like Lacina Coulibaly, Beth Gill, Kyle Marshall, Richard Rivera, and Arthur Aviles. A two-time Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund grant recipient and a 2023 Monira Foundation residency artist, Kenia holds a BA in Foreign Languages from the University of California, Riverside, and an MFA in Dance from Sarah Lawrence College.

ACCESSIBILITY: Art House Productions is dedicated to providing an inclusive experience for all. Accessibility features include: Wheelchair-accessible seating; ASL interpretation upon request (2 weeks' notice required); Audio description for blind and low-vision patrons upon request (2 weeks' notice required); Service animals welcome; and Fully accessible restrooms. For specific accommodations, contact us at 201-579-0532 or email Meredith Burns at Meredith@arthouseproductions.org. They are ready to help ensure your visit is comfortable and enjoyable.

Art House Productions is a nonprofit organization committed to developing and presenting performing and visual arts in Jersey City, NJ. Art House offers theater, visual art exhibitions, arts festivals, and adult and youth art classes.

Art House Productions is generously supported by The New Jersey State Council on the Arts, Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund, Jersey City Arts Council, Princeton Area Community Foundation, SILVERMAN, KRE, CoolVines, SVOG, New Jersey Theatre Alliance, and Hudson County Office of Cultural Affairs. A full list of funders is available on their website.




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