September 8: Ex Pirata

On Wednesday, September 8th, Ex Pirata International Company will conduct a workshop teaching traditional styles of French dance, followed by a dance to practice newly learned forms at Le Foyer in Pawtucket.

Ex Pirata International Company came to be in the middle of winter in Brandon, Liz Massi and I were university students when Lucas Thebaut came on an exchange from France with his University choir. We played together for countless hours and hosted dance workshops within Luca’s stay.

The dynamic trio reunited for a tour of France in summer 2008. The Trio recently completed a short 2010 tour, up and down the West Coast, hitting Portland, Seattle, Victoria, and other cities in the Pacific Northwest. The trio really feels in its element leading large masses around the dance floor. I'm bringing the group to visit my stomping grounds, and I want to share the knowledge and energy that I have picked up from our adventures abroad.

So no matter what level dancer you may be, please come learn something new, as Ex Pirata brings a little taste of France to Rhode Island. We hope to delight you with their unique blend of French and Canadian tunes, and with energetic performances that will keep your feet dancing! Hope to see you all there!

For more information about Ex Pirata International Company, please visit our website. The event begins at 7:00 p.m. Tickets will be available, $15 for adult, and $10 for students and seniors. This is a workshop/dance for all ages and experience levels. For directions, please visit the Le Foyer website.

-Carole Bestvater, Fellow