Le Grand Continental by Sylvain Emard Danse June 24, 2012

The 'River To River Festival' and The Joyce Theater join forces to present the US Premiere of Montreal-based choreographer Sylvain Emard's 'Le Grand Continental.' Combining festive line dancing with the fluidity and expressiveness of contemporary dance, 'Le Grand Continental' has garnered enthusiastic audience responses every time it has been performed. For its US premiere, 'Le Grand Continental' brings together 200 New Yorkers of all ages and backgrounds to perform this joyful blend of line dancing and contemporary dance. Each performance will be followed by a DJ dance party on Pier 17 on the following schedule: June 22 - The Miracles Club; June 23 - Chico Mann; June 24 - Body Language.