photos by Keith Weng

 

"Praxis is an amazing workshop and performance experience, which I can't commend highly enough. The quality of classes is so high, with choreography taught & performed by world-class forces in dance. Dancers are inspired to develop expression, technique, artistry, and musicality. Praxis Project is a dream-come true for Los Angeles!"

Theresa Saldana (performing arts professional, Praxis supporter)
 

November 3, 2007
New York Times
Lowell Smith, 56, Dancer in Harlem Troupe, Dies
By Douglas Martin

Lowell Smith, a principal dancer for the Dance Theater of Harlem who used precise mastery of classical ballet and exquisite expressiveness of body and face to convey emotions from tranquility to charged passion, died on Oct. 22, in Los Angeles. He was 56. » Read More


August 6, 2007
LA Times
DANCE REVIEW
A mostly ecstatic face for Praxis Project's 'Steps to the Soul'
By Victoria Looseleaf, Special to The Times

It seemed like a high-stepping, hip-shaking reunion Friday when dozens of dancers took to the stage of the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center for "Steps to the Soul," the latest incarnation of the Praxis Project. Founded in 1999 by wife and husband Kacy and Craig Keys, the project unites the local dance community each summer through workshops, master classes and performing opportunities. » Read More


July 31, 2006
LA Times
Talent in plentiful supply at Praxis show
By Victoria Looseleaf, Special to The Times

Dozens of high-kickers, huge leapers and hip-hopping homies shredded the stage of the El Portal Theatre on Friday night under the banner of the Praxis Project. Founded in 1999 by Kacy and Craig Keys, the project ("praxis" is Latin for "practice"), brings the local dance community together each summer through workshops, master classes and performing opportunities. » Read More


July 13, 2006
“Al Borde” Magazine
English Translation of Article

How many times have you woken up on a Monday morning hating your job and your life in general? How many times have 5 cups of extra strong coffee failed to get the job done? How about when you feel you’re trapped inside The Matrix and the hands on the clock seem to stay still and a minute becomes an eternity? If this sounds like something that’s happened to you, you’re not alone! Welcome to North America, you are officially living the “American Dream”. » Read More


August 02, 2005
Daily News
Innovation drives dance workshop
By Vicki Smith Paluch, Correspondent

Choreographer Christine Chrest knows the frustrations of freeway driving all too well. The Burbank resident spends hours commuting to the dance departments at UC Irvine, Cerritos College and California State University, Fullerton, and now to the Crenshaw District studios of the Lula Washington Dance Theatre. » Read More


Additional Press

October 13, 2000
“Praxis Makes Perfect.” By Kathryn Maese. Los Angeles Downtown News

December 2, 2000
“Playing the Palace.” By Erin Texeira. Los Angeles Times.

April 27, 2001
“Adaptive Reuse Wins Big at ‘Roses.’” By Kathryn Maese. Los Angeles Downtown News

June 28, 2002
“Praxis Project Is One of Many Upcoming Grand Performances.” By Kristin Friedrich. Los Angeles Downtown News.

June 30, 2002
“For These Artists, Practice Makes Possibilities.” By Victoria Looseleaf. Los Angeles Times.

October 2003
“Return Engagement.” By Kate McLaughlin. Daily Breeze.

October 10, 2003
“Young Dancers Take Center Stage.” By Vicki Smith Paluch. Pasadena Star News.

October 10, 2003
“Praxis Project Showcases Choreographers, part-time Dancers at Ford Amphitheatre.” By Rhea Cordato. Daily Bruin.

October 13, 2003
“Praxis Takes Youthful Turn.” By Lewis Segal. Los Angeles Times.

 

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