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Dancin' Unlimited, under the artistic direction of Marilyn York, was the Washington DC metropolitan area's first jazz dance company and has been performing continuously since 1973. Presenting "cabaret style" shows, they perform a vast repertoire of jazz dance styles, from classical concert jazz to showy Broadway pieces.  Ms. York has taught, directed and produced jazz dance shows for over 30 years, and is known for her smooth, classical style.  She is "Jazz Dance with Class."

Some of our past clients:

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The 1st thru 23rd Annual Jazz and Tap Dance Festivals

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International Children's Festival at Wolf Trap

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The Red Hat Society

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Fairfax County Creative Arts Programs in the Schools (CAPS)

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Celebrate Fairfax! - Fairfax County Fair

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INOVA Health Care

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Cast of Thousands

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Fairfax Cable Television

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Washington Convention Center

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National Paralysis Association

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Prince Michael Wine Festival

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The Hecht Company

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Seventeen Magazine Fashions Shows

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Salute to Broadway Festival

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Washington DC metropolitan area's hotels, conventions, festivals, and concerts

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Many private events customized to our client's requirements.

 

 

 

Sample Programs:

Customized Shows: We customize our dance program to meet your jazz dance and musical theater entertainment interests. We will tailor the show for the audience, event, time and space.

Dancing Through Time: A Short History of America’s original art form – Jazz Dance:  This fun program demonstrates how Jazz dance has evolved and influenced American culture. Notable dancers and choreographers are mentioned, as well as the value of dance in our lives.

Demonstration and Mini Concert: This program is for all ages and includes full length dance numbers, discussion and audience participation. The entire dance company is presented in a program that lasts about 45 minutes.

 

Sample of Dance Repertoire:

Broadway Dance Medleys:

One (from A Chorus Line):  A non-stop, one singular sensation, this feel good piece from a show that won nine Tony Awards brings audiences to their feet every time. 

Chicago Razzmatazz:  A Bob Fosse favorite that will excite all dance and musical theatre fans with its crisp movements and classic approach. 

Who’s Got the Pain:  Hilarious in its over-the-top musical theatre antics, this dance appeals to all dance lovers and all those Damn Yankees

Greased Lightnin’ (from Grease):  This sock hop classic is automatic, systematic, and hydromatic to delight the whole 1950’s lovin’ family. 

Can-Can:  The traditional French dance that takes the audience back to the Bohemia craze of the Moulin Rouge. 

Fosse’s World:  A mix of classic Fosse pieces, such as “Dancin Dan”, with the mystique to thrill any dance lover. 

Jazz Time:  Jazz Time combines classis jazz techniques, Fosse style, and just a little ‘razzle-dazzle’. 

Steam Heat:  Also drawing on original Fosse Choreography, Steam Heat sizzles with Broadway stage magic. 

Dancin’ Fool:  This 20’s - 30’s style club extravaganza takes us back to the outlandish days of the Copacabana, with music by Barry Manilow.

Layla:  A sultry tribute to an Eric Clapton masterpiece, Layla's smooth movements and acoustic appeal makes it an obvious favorite.

An American Salute:  An Americana dance program with patriotic musical favorites, such as “You’re A Grand Old Flag” and “Living in America”, choreographed in the jazz dance style and super-charged specifically for audiences in our nation’s capitol. 

Jazz Dance through Time:  Starting in the 1950’s and sweeping through the millennium, we pay tribute to the evolution of dance from swing to disco to the Moon Walk, the pop craze and beyond. 

Dancin’ on Broadway – A Song & Dance Revue:  Features two hours of singing and dancing from major Broadway shows: 42nd Street, Guys & Dolls, Cabaret, Chicago, Chorus Line, West Side Story, and many more. 

 

Concert Jazz Dances:

Keys to Imagination:  Purely about the dancer's manipulation of their bodies, Keys to Imagination's leaps and turns will twist into the viewers' minds. 

Primo Primal:  This combines jazz syncopation with native rhythms and contemporary style making it appealing across the borders of dance. 

Minnie the Moocher:  A classy night club scene with music made famous by Cab Calloway and dancing from the times of the premier 1930’s Cotton Club jazz venue. 

Into the Night:  With its slow tempo and strong lines, this classic style jazz dance piece draws the audience into its rich form and expression. 

Tijuana Breakfast:  Choreographed by world renowned Broadway choreographer Chet Walker, “Tijuana Breakfast” amuses the eye with articulated movements and pizzazz. 

Natural Blues:  Inspired by music that expresses the troubles of African American workers and is an illustration of how each individual person copes with their personal troubles.

Visions:  A finalist in the 2009 Jazz Dance World Congress. “Visions” is a reflection of ourselves, the influences of people around us, and our personal journey through life.

Hybrid:  A finalist in the 2007 Jazz Dance World Congress, "Hybrid' is a fusion of athletic fiery movement and strong classical jazz dance technique. 

 

Dancin' Unlimited is always available for:

Customized Industrial Shows

Concert Performances

School Jazz Dance Demonstrations

Jazz Dance Master Classes

Your special event!

Contact us to discuss your requirements and we will customize a dance program to fit your needs.

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