Dancing Wheels
With a composition of dancers representing a spectrum of age, ethnicity, gender, and physical abilities, the Dancing Wheels Company has the unique capability to connect with children and adults with and without disabilities on a very personal level.
Since its inception in 1980, the highly skilled ensemble of stand-up and sit-down (wheelchair) dancers has reached over 6 million people worldwide performing and teaching in schools, universities, concert halls, libraries, hospitals, and other community organizations across the globe. Dancing Wheels continues to travel while advocating disability awareness and entertaining over 30,000-50,000 people each year. With a repertory of over 80 works from nationally-esteemed choreographers and a message of inclusion and accessibility, Dancing Wheels continually expands the reach of artistic possibilities while celebrating the universal spirit of dance.
“If dance is an expression of the human spirit, then it is best expressed by people of all abilities. That is the fundamental belief behind the dancing wheels company & school.” – Dancing Wheels"
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Centered on Newton’s Three Laws of Motion, this program demonstrates force, acceleration, and opposing reactions through Dancing Wheels’ highly technical wheelchairs used for everyday mobility and dance. Participants learn the science behind the design and construction of a manual wheelchair and will have the opportunity to try experiments that demonstrate Newton’s Laws of Motion with common everyday objects. Motion Commotion aims to inspire, entertain and educate. The program is available as an in-school workshop, as an afterschool/out-of-school class, and as a 5-week residency. A virtual option is available.
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