Let’s be honest: there is no one manlier than a male dancer. The muscles, the form, the power; we can all admit that a good male dancer is the very essence of machismo. That’s why we bring you MAN MONTH here on Stance on Dance. May will feature a variety of content covering the male dancer experience. So let’s start off with experiencing some manly dance!

Please pass the biscuits!

You know better than to see a show dry, but now that you know it’s MAN MONTH, you’re probably wondering what the appropriate macho drink is to bring in your flask.

Well, if you’re going to see something that involves tights, leaps and dance belts, bring a Stuffed – two parts vodka, one part white port and one green olive. Serve in a chilled flask.

If you’re going to see some dudes do the robot dance, bring a Stiff – straight scotch. And don’t you dare water it down.

If you’re going to see something along the lines of this male tango for two, bring a Bromance – crush some ice into your flask and add coffee liqueur, vodka and amaretto. Finish with a dash of cinnamon.

And if you find yourself watching tap dance, make sure you’re drinking a Tap That – layer peppermint schnapps, Kahlua and rum in your flask and burn for 15 seconds. Yep, you read that right. Light that fire.

Okay, enough said. Enjoy the inherent manliness of dance.

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There are two things that Ryan loves in this life: good drinks and good dance. And like peanut butter and jelly, they’re best when combined. In other words, Ryan never sees a dance show without flask in hand, complimenting each show with a cocktail specifically catered to that particular performance.

Sometimes he misses his flask.

You know the saying “April showers bring May flowers”? In some circles the saying goes: April drinks bring May dances. Spring is in the air, and no one knows it like the dance community and Ryan. What’s he concocting for…

…that Maypole festival in the park?

I’m not quite sure why, but I’m picturing a bunch of stoned people playing tether ball.  Regardless, dancing around a pole is always fun, so let’s make a “Pole Dancer.” Coffee-flavored Patron, dash of Bailey’s.

…that end-of-the-school-year student recital?

Hey you proud dance parents! Show the PTA what’s up! Grab your camera and flask and make a “Parent of the Year.” Jaeger, Malibu and pineapple juice.

…that modern dance piece metaphorically about rebirth?

Let’s give a shout out to the OG of rebirth by making a “Jesus is That You?” Straight red wine. Get it at your nearby church.

…that impromptu breakdance performance on the street corner because it’s finally nice enough to bust a move outside?

I’m standing by, sipping a “When the Beat Drops,” because come on, when the beat drops it’s a game changer. For all you San Franciscans, this drink is the tall boy of your choice in a brown paper bag while at the GG or Dolores Park. 

Spring into dance shows with any one of these drinks and you’re guaranteed a good time. And remember, Stance on Dance is not responsible for your alcoholic transgressions, so please drink (and dance) responsibly.

An outdoor dance show could strike at any moment!

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Are you considering seeing a dance show at some point this March? Might I make a suggestion? Don’t go dry.

Yes, that’s right. Take a flask. Sip your way through port de bras, kicks and turns. Glug your way through duets making use of negative space. People go to movies or music shows and enjoy a light beverage; why can’t they do the same for dance?

Your dance-drink guru Ryan is here to guide you. Ryan pre-parties for dance shows the way sports fans tailgate or the way groupies line up outside a venue hours before the show. His devotion to dance is unparalleled. Who is he? Oh just a regular Joe. He’s in marketing and goes to the gym after work. But come the weekend he is dance’s greatest fan, eagerly awaiting the hottest classical, contemporary and ethnic dance shows.  He blows off girlfriends and wastes untold savings on liqueurs in savage anticipation of the newest dance premiers. He diligently plans his dance calendar for each month, carefully considering the perfect libation for each show which he will bring in his flask.

I know what you’re thinking: “I’m going to a dance show, but how do I know what drink to bring in my flask?” Let Ryan guide you. And remember, never mix the words dance show and dry.

Sometimes it’s best to flask incognito!

Ryan’s tips for March dance-viewing:

Going to see an experimental work in progress? Something raw and unfinished? I have two perfect drinks for this type of show.  The first is an “Unfurnished Apartment.” Gin, simple syrup, champagne and mint.  After a couple sips you’ll notice it’s missing something.  And it is…purposely. I can’t tell you what though, so embrace this funky drink.  Don’t mess with a work in progress kids.

And if you’re not a fan of gin please make a “This Will Totally Change BTW.” Vodka, pineapple, cranberry and triple sec.

Going to see a classical ballet? Something along the lines of Swan Lake or Giselle? I could be off here, but isn’t ballet one of the many beasts that triggered all you dancers to get into the biz anyway?  If this is not the case, this drink ain’t for you. However, if you can relate, please make a “I Can Still Do That, Right?” Blend cantaloupe, lime juice, Cointreau, and tequila until smooth.  Enjoy.

Other options for the drink name:  “Dang, I Should Really Get My Ass in Ballet Class Tomorrow.”

Going to see a college dance showcase? Does it feature six pieces by different members on the faculty?  You’ll definitely want a “Facultea Delight.” Steep two bags of passion fruit tea in whiskey, infuse that shit, and add lemon. The faculty concert was never more enjoyable.

Going to see a site-specific piece in your local park or art museum? Let’s make the “Geo-Targeted Dancer.” Muddle rosemary and peach + whiskey + lemon juice + maple simple syrup. You never know where dance, or you, might end up!

Remember dance viewers, flasks are supposed to be discrete.  Stance on Dance is not responsible for any drinking tickets given out for the month of March.  Please Flask responsibly.

What if THIS was in your FLASK?

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Ryan, your dance-enthusiast-aficionado, blows off girlfriends and wastes untold savings on liqueurs in savage anticipation of the hottest dance pieces premiering around California. He’s diligently planning his dance calendar for next month, perfecting each carefully considered libation he will bring in his flask to each show.

So what dance shows – and more importantly what drinks – are on the horizon this February?

 Sometimes dance inspires Ryan too much…

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Carolina Lugo’s and Carolé Acuña’s Ballet Flamenco

Are you in need of a sultry Spanish night or a bohemian adventure? Brace yourself for a night when the well-worn hardwood floors of Pachamama resonate with the pulsating sounds of footwork, song, castanets, syncopated hand clapping and guitar.

Drink Selection: Take a date and make “The Fertile Sangria.” Muddle pears, apples, cherries and oranges.  Pour half malbec and pinot noir, blackberry brandy, and peach schnapps over ice. Shake, pour and enjoy. 

Sat-Sun, through Feb, 6:15 pm, $15-19

1630 Powell St, SF

www.brownpapertickets.com/event/269021

Palanza Dance

“Close” is a new group work developed in RAW (resident artist workshop).

Drink Selection: Close to what, you ask? I’m making a “Close-to-Drunk Martini” because if I’m not already drunk, this will get me pretty close.  Shake gin and Looza Pear Nectar over ice.  Sip and enjoy.

Fri-Sat, Feb 7-8, 8pm, $10-20

The Garage, 715 Bryant St, SF

715bryant.org

Mills College Dance Alumni

From a tongue-in-cheek look at lost love to a somatic and sonic installation, “Ebb+Flow 2014” features the works of Mills Dance Alumni Jalila Bell, Rebekah Brown, Garth Grimball, Megan Nicely, Sandi Scheuber and a collaboration by Amy Lewis, Janet Das & Sonsherée Giles.

Drink Selection: You Mills Alumni are a little over my head.  I’ll be drinking Miller Lite while I over-think these pieces.  I mean, have you seen the throw back can?

Fri, Feb 7, 8pm, $10, cash only

Mills College Lisser Theatre, 5000 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland

mills.edu

Hamburg Ballet

San Francisco Ballet is pleased to welcome the Hamburg Ballet back to the Opera House stage in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”

Drink Selection: For this piece, let’s make the “Duke of Athens” – careful, add too much whiskey and you just re-named this drink the “Puke of Athens.”  Whiskey, Meyer Lemon Juice, splash of simple syrup and dash of cherry liqueur.

Wed, Feb 12, 7:30pm; Thu, Feb 13, 8pm, $20-327

War Memorial Opera House, 301 Van Ness Ave, SF

sfballet.org

Nora Chipaumire

“Miriam” is a personal and immersive dance-theater installation that reverberates with tensions between public expectations and private desires.

Drink Selection: I’ll be making two drinks for this show. The first drink is inspired by public expectations – a “No One Pees in the Shower.” Tequila, orange juice and blue curacao. For the second drink, inspired by private desires, please make a “I Pee in the Shower.” Vodka, lemon juice and a splash of simple syrup.

Thu-Sat, Feb 13-15, 8pm, $25-35

YBCA Forum, 701 Mission St, SF

www.ybca.org/nora-chipaumire

Ballet San Jose

“Repertory Program 1 Neoclassical to Now” features George Balanchine’s “Serenade” (1949), Jorma Elo’s “Glow-Stop” (2006) and Ohad Naharin’s “Minus 16” (1999).

Drink Selection: If you add up all these years and minus 16 you get 5938.  (Please pronounce “59-38”) Let’s combine cranberry (for “Serenade”) Midori (for “Glow-Stop”) and ice cold vodka (for “Minus 16”).  Shake and enjoy kids. 

Fri, Feb 14, 8pm; Sat, Feb 15, 1:30pm & 8pm; Sun, Feb 16, 1:30pm, $30-105

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 S Almaden Blvd, San Jose

balletsj.org

Split – Holly Rothschild / Roya Carreras

Choreographer Holly Rothschild will debut two new dance works featuring Genevieve Carson, Andrew Pearson and Drea Sobke.  A third piece, a collaboration with Robin Cook entitled “Kitchen Sink,” is an exploration of the extremes of audience engagement.

Drink Selection: An exploration of the extremes of audience engagement?! I’ve seen a lot of crazy stuff on stage and I don’t ALWAYS want to get involved. This drink has nothing to do with Meat Loaf and everything to do with the piece.  Therefore, we are making an “I’ll do Anything for Love, but I Won’t do That.” Rum, blackberry brandy, crème de banana, pineapple and grenadine. 

Fri-Sat, Feb 14-15, 8:30pm, $15-20

Highways Performance Space, 1651 18^th St, Santa Monica

highwaysperformance.org/highways/event/split-holly-rothschild-roya-carreras/

Benita Bike’s DanceArt

How do dancers create dances? How do they change movement into mood, image and story? These questions and more are answered when Benita Bike’s DanceArt performs at the La Crescenta Library. Dances are performed, and audience members have numerous opportunities to interact with the artists.

Drink Selection: Popular to contrary belief, “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” was not invented in the 1990s as a policy for gays and lesbians in the military.  That’s right, it was invented in 2014 for Stance on Dance’s February Flask edition when I read, “How do dancers create dances?”  For this piece, make a “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” Muddle together blueberries, sugar and mint leaves.  Pour in ice, light rum and lime juice. Top with soda water. You’re welcome.

Sat, Feb 15, 2pm, free

2809 Foothill Blvd., La Crescenta

www.danceart.org/schedule

LA Dance Project

Benjamin Millepied’s “Reflections” and Justin Peck’s “Murder Ballads” will be performed at The Theatre at Ace Hotel, formerly the historic United Artists Theatre.

Drink Selection: Reflections and murder ballads make me think of the movie “American Psycho”.  Therefore, let’s make an “American Psycho!” In a shaker, muddle oranges, cherries, apples and sugar together. Add a dash of bitters. Top with ice and whiskey. Shake, pour and enjoy.

Thurs-Sat, Feb 20-22, $20-125

The Theatre at Ace Hotel, 933 South Broadway, Los Angeles

www.ladanceproject.com

Blind Tiger Society

“The Aftermath Affair” transforms the ODC Theater building into a place of extravagance, mystery, celebration and curiosity.

Drink Selection: For this piece, make a “Tiger Claw.” Muddle blueberries, a slash of Cointreau and as much vodka as you can stand and pour over ice.  Add a dash of cinnamon, but don’t tell anyone (that’s the mystery part). Trust me, in the aftermath of this drink, you’ll be blind.

Fri-Sun, Feb 28-Mar 2, 8pm, $18-25

ODC Theater, 3153 17th St, SF

blindtigersociety.com

Fit this in your flask and run to the nearest dance venue!

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There once was a dance enthusiast

Of all the arts he loved dance best

Each month he planned his calendar

To catch dance shows both near and far

But nary a show could he sit through

Without libation, cocktail or brew

No dance show ever felt complete

Without flask in hand and butt in seat

He sits and watches, drinks and burps

But God forbid he ever slurps

His heart grows warm, he starts to cry

He knows good dance is never dry

Ryan, your dance-enthusiast-aficionado, blows off girlfriends and wastes untold savings in savage anticipation of the hottest dance pieces premiering around California. He’s diligently planning his dance calendar for next month, perfecting each flask concoction.

So what dance shows are on the dance-flask menu this month?

Pre-gaming. We do it for sports; why not for dance?

ALTERNATIVA, Sara Shelton Mann & Christine Bonansea

P.O.V. Weekend 1 features “Apparition” by ALTERNATIVA, “Hybrid 3” by Sara Shelton Mann, and “Floaters #1” by Christine Bonansea.

Drink Selection: I need to thank ALTERNATIVA for the 90s inspiration. Let’s make a “Smells like Teen Spirit.” Jack Daniels, sweet tea and Midori.  Float with Blue Curaco for “Floaters #1.”  For “Hybrid 3” I’ll be sipping a “Prius Bumper Sticker Slammer.” Malibu, amaretto, sweet and sour, and splash of orange juice. 

Fri-Sat, Jan 3-4, 8:30pm, $15-20

KUNST-STOFF Arts, One Grove St, San Francisco

artsbuildingconsortium.org/

Mary Armentrout

“Reveries and elegies” is a site specific performance project about change and dislocation, meandering through space and time.

Drink Selection: Meandering through space and time, eh? I am always looking for an excuse to revisit the 90s (clearly).  Thanks to this piece I am planning on mixing up a “Space Jam.” Citrus vodka, lime juice and jam. Pour, ice, shake and PUMP UP THE JAM.

Sat-Sun, Jan 4-5, 4:15pm; Jan 11-12, 4:30pm; Jan 18-19, 4:30pm; Jan 25-26; 4:45pm, $20

Milkbar, 851 81st St, Oakland

maryarmentroutdancetheater.com

The Wooden Floor

The Wooden Floor is a Santa Ana based dance company comprised of under-served youth. The company’s latest program features choreography by Herb Alpert Award-winner Susan Rethorst, New York-based choreographer Ivy Baldwin, and the company’s artistic director, Melanie Ríos Glaser.

Drink Selection: In honor of this great non-profit, I am flasking “The Giving Tree.” Gin, Framboise, lemon juice, one teaspoon of egg white and five raspberries.  Pour over ice, shake, top with soda water.  Please note, more than four…you end up on the floor.  Please drink responsibly.

Fri-Sat, Jan 17-18, 8:30 pm, $20

Redcat, 631 W. 2nd St, Los Angeles

www.thewoodenfloor.org/redcat

Printz Dance Project

Over two years in the making, “Hover Space” takes athletic prowess to a new dimension on a tilting, hovering stage.

Drink Selection: A tilting, hovering stage? WOW.  Let’s make a “Danger Zone” (it tastes better than the friend zone).  Vodka, gin, tequila, rum, lemon-aid and sweet tea.

Fri, Jan 17, 8pm, $20-25

Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main Street, Temecula

tickets.temeculatheater.org/

Lisa Townsend Dance

“FuGa: to chase or to flee” explores the aesthetic and dynamics found in film noir Cherchez la femme (look for the woman), a kinetic high contrast dream whose protagonist seduces her audience through the identities and words of women characters in film noir.

Drink Selection: Stir up a “Chase-Her.” Chop up pears, oranges, apples and pineapple.  In a shaker full of ice add in red wine, blackberry brandy, peach schnapps and dash of triple sec.  Shake and drain into flask.  If made properly you won’t need a chaser, but careful – she’s a strong one. 

Thu-Fri, Jan 23-24, 8pm, $10-20

The Garage, 715 Bryant St, San Francisco

lisatownsend.com/current/

Ate9 dANCEcOMPANY

In “Meeting the Artist,” choreographer Danielle Agami offers an intimate look at a new creation, encouraging conversation and interaction between the artists and audience.

Drink Selection: A common question when meeting a dance artist is, “Can you do the splits?” Thus for this piece I am bringing a “Dancing Banana Split.” Banana liqueur, vodka, and a splash of amaretto. Rim your flask with amaretto and crushed vanilla waver cookies (repeat as necessary – that rim coating will only last about one sip).

Fri-Sat, Jan 24-25, 8pm, $15

Highways Performance Space, 1651 18^th St, Santa Monica

highwaysperformance.org/highways/event/meeting-the-artist-ate9-dancecompany/

Wayne McGregor and Random Dance

Inspired by the Age of Enlightenment and by the 18th century French philosopher Diderot’s very first set of encyclopedia, “Far” is both physical and immediate, yet intensely cerebral.

Drink Selection: Drink outside the flask for this one folks. It’s all about individualism here so pick a drink and container that you think best suites this performance. I’ll be drinking an “Encyclopedia Brown.” Muddle blueberries, cinnamon, simple syrup and Bulleit Bourbon together, shake over ice. I’ll be drinking out of a slick-looking thermos. 

Sat, Jan 24, 8pm and 11pm,

Royce Hall at UCLA, 10745 Dickson Plaza, Los Angeles

cap.ucla.edu/calendar/

Fit this in your flask and run to the nearest dance venue!

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But all good things must end. Yes, the worst is true: Jake and Ryan are parting ways, and each is leaving San Francisco for new horizons. This month Jake and Ryan have come together for the last time to plan their dance flasks. They might come together again one day to flask it up, but for now, it’s sayonara to flask!

And so we lowly dance enthusiasts look up to Jake and Ryan, titans of dance-drink pairings, and ask one more time: what’s in next month’s flask?

casebolt and smith
In “O(h),” a fast-paced dance-theater work, performance duo casebolt and smith demonstrate what they can, can’t – and won’t – do as dancers.

Drink Selection: Let’s test exactly what these dancers can, can’t and won’t do with the “Double Dog Dare.” We’ve seen dancers do just about anything and everything, from dancing disrobed, dancing in trash bags, covering themselves in honey and dirt, and thrusting pillows. Anything and everything goes in the name of art, so the stakes are pretty damn high! Bring it. Hot sauce with a shot of tequila.

Thu-Sat, Aug 8-10, 8pm, $23-28

ODC Theater, 3153 17th St, SF

odctheater.org

Printz Dance Project
“Couch Stories” features new choreography by Stacey Printz, part of RAW (resident artist workshop).

Drink Selection: Speaking of couch stories, “The Other Night…” is a good one, if you know what Ryan means. Rum, ginger beer, and lemon.  Jake, on the other hand, is a “Total Couch Potato.” Vodka (which comes from potatoes), lime juice, ginger, and grenadine.

Fri-Sat, Aug 9-10, 8pm, $10-20

The Garage, 715 Bryant St, SF

715bryant.org

Jenni Bregman & Dancers
“Home” explores how children envision adulthood through the drawings they make. “Context” imagines what it’s like to navigate the world with impaired senses. Lastly, “Force” is about working in a fast-paced corporation. Part of SAFEhouse’s sixth annual Summer Performance Festival.

Drink Selection: Speaking of navigating the world with impaired senses, bring a six pack of Hamms. Drink full force. You’ll feel at home in any context.

Wed, Aug 14, 7pm; Fri, Aug 16, 9pm, $10-20

ODC Theater, 3153 17th St, SF

spf6.org

BodiGram
“D.R.U.N.K.S., Dangerous Rebels Uncovering Nonsensical Knowledge Satirically” is a comedic dance theater piece about the ridiculousness of drinking. Part of SAFEhouse’s sixth annual Summer Performance Festival.

Drink Selection: The ridiculousness of drinking?! We take offense! We are making the “Angry Drunks.” Vodka, gin, tequila, triple sec, midori, sour mix, and seven up. Don’t mess with us.

Wed, Aug 14, 9pm; Sat, Aug 17, 7pm, $10-20

ODC Theater, 3153 17th St, SF

spf6.org

Aura Fischbeck, Gretchen Garnett & Dancers and Angela Mazziotta
An excerpt from Aura Fishbeck’s “Have we all melted yet?” examines myths of American identity and the melting pot theory. Gretchen Garnett’s “Buitenlanders” investigates the isolation, confusion, and embarrassment of being an outsider. Angela Mazziotta’s “We lay awake breathing grapes” is a solo about a woman who has something to say, but can’t get the words out. Part of SAFEhouse’s sixth annual Summer Performance Festival.

Drink Selection: Speaking of melting pots, you know what’s great? FONDUE! You can dip grapes, or other things, in delicious cheese or chocolate. YOLO it up and add a stout beer or a dessert wine to your fondue and bring some grapes, or other things, to dip in it.

Thu, Aug 15, 9pm; Fri, Aug 16, 7pm, $10-20

ODC Theater, 3153 17th St, SF

spf6.org

Nine Shards
“My five thousand north stars,” is a dance theater work investigating the world of home, and the choices we make within it and because of it. Part of SAFEhouse’s sixth annual Summer Performance Festival.

Drink Selection: Ever had a “My Five Thousand South Stars”? Yep going South, if you know what we mean (wink wink). So #1 bring a hot date. And #2 plan on going home after. Muddle starfruit and blueberries, add blueberry vodka, coconut rum, pineapple juice, and a cherry liquor.

Thu, Aug 15, 7pm; Sun, Aug 18, 4pm, $10-20

ODC Theater, 3153 17th St, SF

spf6.org

Capacitor and the Aquarium of the Bay
“Okeanos – A Love Letter to the Sea” is a dance/cirque portrait of the ocean as body, environment, resource, metaphor, and force. It aims to inspire and educate audiences about the ocean and connect them deeply to ocean conservation.

Drink Selection: While attending this show, we will be drawing a portrait of the flask as body, environment, resource, and metaphor with a “Flaskeanos – A Love Letter to the Flask.” Crushed salt, tequila, club soda, pomegranate juice, and orange liqueur. We aim to inspire and educate audiences about the flask and its deep connection to dance.

Saturdays, Aug 10-Sep 28 (Aug 10, 17, 24, 31 & Sep 7, 14, 21, 28), 7pm, $30

Aquarium of the Bay on Pier 39, The Embarcadero, SF

www.aquariumofthebay.org

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SFCD Summer Dance Series
Project Thrust’s “Kingdom” muses on miscommunication, the isolated worlds we build around ourselves and the illusions that fuel our perception of self.

Drink Selection: Project Thrust always features a Tom Waits song, which basically makes whiskey a must. Have enough whisky though, and you’ll go from King-dom to King-dumb. Thus, we give you “The King-Dumb.” Straight whiskey on the rocks please.

Mon, Jul 1 & 29, 8pm, $20

Z Space, 450 Florida St, SF

www.projectthrust.com

SFCD Summer Dance Series
Sharp and Fine’s “Love Songs” is a collaboration with opera singer Ina Rae. “Sonority Rules,” by choreographer Christian Burns and musician Donald White, investigates underlying connections between sound and movement.

Drink Selection: Sonar? I’m no dolphin! Oh wait that word is sonority, not sonar. Well since dolphins are frisky love-making little critters, we’ll tie it all together. Yup folks, it’s our first time going dry, but what else could possibly be in a “Dolphin” but water? (Feel free to serve that water on the rocks with a lemon garnish!)

Tue, Jul 2 & 30, 8pm, $20

Z Space, 450 Florida St, SF

sharpandfine.com, www.burnswork.org

Rasika Kumar Sheopory
“Courage” is a solo about a devadasi (a temple dancer) who refuses to abandon her art, the woman who ignited a national movement with a simple act of defiance in the wake of a devastating tsunami.

Drink Selection: We’re making a “Still Standing.” (All puns intended.) Tequila, lime, agave, blue curacao, and triple sec. Put a blood orange and salt on the rim of your flask.

Fri-Sat, Jul 12-13, 8pm, $10-20

CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St, SF

www.counterpulse.org

BANDALOOP
Staged in and around Fort Mason and inspired by Fort Mason’s past and present, “Harboring” moves through images of travel, memory, the fluidity of the ocean, rope craft, and the maritime industry.

Drink Selection: “Harnessing the Hurricane.” Hold on tight! Rum, passion fruit, lime juice. Stir to create a hurricane in your flask.

Thu-Fri, Jul 18-19, 8:30pm; Sat, Jul 20, 2pm & 8:30pm; Sun, Jul 21, 8:30, $20-100

Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion, 2 Marina Blvd, SF

www.bandaloop.org

Samantha Giron Dance Project
“The Dirt on Dorian Gray” examines Peter Pan Syndrome: perhaps we are lazy or broken. Perhaps we are idealistic or promiscuous. Perhaps we are indulgent. Perhaps we will regret it someday.

Drink Selection: “Perhaps Your Portrait Looks Like Shit!” Mix whatever you want with Grey Goose.

Fri-Sun, Jul 19-21, 8pm, $15-20

CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St, SF

counterpulse.org

Amy Seiwert’s Imagery

In “SKETCH 3: Expectations,” choreographers Marc Brew, Val Caniparoli, and Amy Seiwert will create a new work on the theme of challenging expectations.

Drink Selection: “Don’t Drink When You’re Expecting.” Take a sugar cube. Light it on fire. Drop it in absinthe. BAM! (Again, if you really are pregnant, sit this one out.)

Thu-Sat, Jul 25-27, 8pm; Sun, Jul 28, 7pm, $25-30

ODC Theater, 3153 17th St, SF

asimagery.org

Kevin Seaman
“Dr. Zebrovski’s HOUR OF POWER” is a comedy that explores the intersection of commercialism and the occult while expanding the brand and revealing the hidden past of the world’s #1 dance psychic, Dr. Zebrovski.

Drink Selection: Simple: “Power Hour.” Every minute of this show, take a shot of your favorite beer. The show will get funnier and funnier, we promise.

Fri-Sun, Jul 26-28, 8pm, $15-25

CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St, SF

counterpulse.org

detour dance
“Tiny Dance Film Festival” is an annual festival based in San Francisco that celebrates dances made for the screen. TDFF features short dance films created by both emerging and established filmmakers and choreographers from across the globe.

Drink Selection: You know what else is tiny and needs a celebration….? For this piece we will be making a “My Ego-Testicle.” Melt brown sugar in butter. Pour at the bottom of your flask and layer with bourbon and pear cider.

Fri-Sat, July 26-27, 8pm, $10-25

Ninth Street Independent Film Center, 145 9th St, SF

www.detourdance.com/TDFF

Chris Black & Megan Finlay
In the 2nd Annual Studio 210 Residency, Chris Black’s “Duets for Girls” transcends stereotypes of female duet choreography by capturing athleticism and passion. Megan Finlay creates a physical acrobatic show based on Shakespeare’s Macbeth.

Drink Selection: Duets for girls, huh? I guess we have to take this to a new level. Jake’s making a “Scissor Sisters.” Pomegranate juice, lime, triple sec, and vodka. Ryan’s making a Bloody Mary on the rocks, “Period.” Perhaps a tad inappropriate, but we couldn’t help ourselves.

Fri-Sat, Jul 26-27, 8pm, $10-25

Studio 210, 3435 Cesar Chavez, SF

www.deborahslater.org/studio210.php

SFCD Summer Dance Series
Bobbi Jene Smith’s “Arrowed” is a representation of an ongoing interview between two people, a mirror of what we are told and what we tell.

Drink Selection: Who naturally comes to mind when speaking of arrows? The name of this drink is “Legolas,” someone we’ve always wished we look like when we look in the mirror. Gin, lemon, sugar. It’s a Lemon Drop with a twist, baby.

Wed, Jul 31, 8pm, $20

Z Space, 450 Florida St, SF

www.sfconservatoryofdance.org

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Dazié Rustin Grego
“I Am A Man” investigates issues of gender and queer masculinity as part of the National Queer Arts Festival and AIRspace residency program for queer performances.

Drink Selection: We have two drinks for this piece.  Real men drink pink drinks with confidence, so we are making a “Pink Macho MOFO.”  Gin or vodka, pomegranate schnapps, pom-cran juice and grapefruit.  We also like a piece tells it like it is.  You’re a man, well “I’m a drink.” Make a dirty martini with garlic stuffed olives.  Enjoy.

Fri-Sat, May 31-Jun 1, 8pm, $20

The Garage, 715 Bryant St, SF

715bryant.org

Liz Tenuto & Justin Morrison
“Pageantry” is an evening of dance split by Liz Tenuto and Justin Morrison. Liz presents an operatic dance saga in two scenes. Justin premiers a solo entitled “WEAPON.”

Drink Selection: Watch out stage moms, you’ll love this drink.  We are making the “Best in Show.” Absolute Citron Vodka, Chambord, lime juice and cranberry juice. The “Drop Dead” is the same ingredients as above but add raspberry vodka…and drink a little faster.

Fri-Sun, Jun 7-9, 8pm, $15

CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St, SF

counterpulse.org

Push Dance Company
“Unlock” uses author Zora Neale Hurston’s 1937 novel “Their Eyes Were Watching God” as a jumping point to interweave experiences as an African-American and Filipina-American woman.

Drink Selection: “Janie Crawford’s Black and Tan.” Guinness and Bass Ale topped with a cider. 

(P.S. Janie Crawford is the main character of the novel for those of you who elected not to read this one back in high school lit class.)

Fri-Sun, Jun 7-9, 8pm, $15-25

Zaccho SF, 1777 Yosemite Ave #330, SF

www.pushdance.org

Shaunna Vella, Rogelio Lopez, Elizebeth Randall and Andrew Merrell
“Lover Dreamer Stranger” exposes the complex layers of identity, gender expression, and vulnerability by seeking truths as lovers, friends, strangers, soul mates, enemies, scene stealers and exhausted, relentless moving bodies.

Drink Selection: Is this a Fleetwood Mac song? Because it sounds like it. We are making the “Stevie Nicks.” Bourbon, bitters, maraschino cherries and orange. 

Sun, Jun 16, 8pm & Thu, Jun 20, 8pm, $10-20

The Garage, 715 Bryant St, SF

715bryant.org

Here Now Dance Collective
“This is Dedicated…” is a dance theater game with rules, a referee, a winner, and lots of losers.

Drink Selection: “…To My College Years.” Have two flasks for this one.  One with beer, the other with Jameson.  Drink like you mean it.  When there is talk of rules, a referee, a winner and lots losers we reminisce over the Great Drinking Olympics of 2005.  After this drink, you’ll be here now, but gone later.

Fri-Sat, Jun 21-22, 8pm; Sun, Jun 23, 7pm, $10-100

CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St, SF

counterpulse.org

Patricia Bulitt
“Egretfully, IX” is improvisational dance movement honoring the Great White Egret set within the nesting colony of the ranch.

Drink Selection: “Free Bird.” Banana liqueur, blue curacao, cream, Malibu rum, Midori, pineapple juice. When choosing your dairy product for this drink, that shit better be free range…I mean, come on the drink’s called “Free bird!”

Sat, Jun 22, 2pm

Audubon Canyon Ranch, 4900 Shoreline HWY, Stinson Beach

www.patriciabulitt.com

The Thick Rich Ones
“Minced Meat” ingests, digests and spits out the question: what are we really hungry for? The piece draws out our cravings, hidden consumptions, fetishes and fantasies, laying them out on the table for all to see.

Drink Selection: Do you remember that childhood song, “Great big globs of greasy grimy gopher guts?”  We are changing it a bit and making a “Great Big Globs of Greasy Grimy DANCER Guts.” Vodka, Malibu, banana liquor, fruit punch, and sherbet ice cream.   

Fri-Sat, Jun 28-29, 8pm, $20

CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St, SF

counterpulse.org

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Jake and Ryan love watching dance. They can’t get enough. Every month they plan their calendar around their favorite upcoming shows. But in order to ease the tension and get into the mood, they also bring a cocktail catered to that specific performance. So what’s in May’s flask?

Paul Taylor Dance Company

“Gossamer Gallant” is a humorous high-speed romp, “The Uncommitted” is a haunting beautiful work, and “Kith & Kin” is a startling work that juxtaposes Mozart’s music with unexpected imagery.

Drink Selection: Afraid of a drink commitment? Might we suggest a “No-strings Attached Gossamer Gimlet.” Vodka or gin, lemon juice and a splash of grapefruit.

May 1-4 @ 8pm, May 5 @ 2pm, $35-60

YBCA, 701 Mission St, SF

ybca.org

Hope Mohr

“Failure of the Sign is the Sign” explores the moment when we learn to speak as a transition into selfhood. It is inspired by both an experimental Hollis Frampton film about language and Mohr’s personal experiences as a mother.

Drink Selection: Ryan will be having the “What’s Your Sign Baby?” (pineapple rum and orange juice), while Jake will be having the “Horizontal Horoscope” (coconut rum, grenadine syrup and milk). P.S. make sure your sign is compatible with your date’s sign, otherwise the failure of the signs to match might be the sign it won’t work out!  

May 3-4 @ 8pm, May 5 @ 2pm

ODC Theater, 3153 17th St, SF

odcdance.org

Mary Armentrout

“With and Alone” is a new evening of dance-theatre featuring solo performance and collaborations with other local artists.

 Drink Selection: If you have to be with or alone with anyone, it might as well be yourself. That said, we will be making a “Me, Myself and ICE.” Light rum, soda, lime, and ice, obviously.

May 8-9 @ 8pm, $10-20

The Garage, 715 Bryant Street, San Francisco

715bryant.org

Smuin Ballet

“Petal” is awash in vivid colors with music by Philip Glass with Thomas Montgomery Newman further setting the mood, Michael Smuin’s romantic and lovely “Chants d’Auvergne” is a gorgeous series of solos, duets, trios and ensemble pieces set to 13 traditional French songs arranged by Joseph Cantaloube, and Darrell Grand Moultrie’s “JAZZIN’” is a sultry ballet danced to the music of jazz greats Wynton Marsalis, Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, and Andy Razaf.

Drink Selection: We like that there is music by Philip Glass in this show, so we are making a “Philip Your Glass.” Hoegarden beer and champagne for this folks, garnish with a lemon.

May 10, 11, 16, 17, 19 @ 8pm, May 11, 12, 18, 19 @ 2pm, $24-65

YBCA, 701 Mission St, SF

www.smuinballet.org

Liss Fain Dance

“The Water is Clear and Still” is an interweaving of choreography and the spoken text of Jamaica Kincaid’s short story collection, At the Bottom of the River. The six dancers and the actor are surrounded by a set of a grove of trees and a river, and the audience can walk around at leisure.

Drink Selection: What’s that white ring around your clear still water glass? “A FRICKING Mineral Deposit?!” Clear rum, banana liquor, blue curacao and blueberries.

May 16-18 @ 8pm, May 19 @ 5pm, $30

YBCA, 701 Mission St, SF

lissfaindance.org

Palanza Dance

“Thumbelina” is re-imagining of the popular Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale. Each dancer takes on the role of a character from the fairytale, with the anthropomorphized characters reflecting people in the day-to-day.

Drink Selection: Thumbelina?! WHOA – flaskback to elementary school! Make a “Thumbs Up 7 Up” for this piece. Vodka, 7 up (soda water for all you vegetarians out there), and sprinkle koolaid powder on top. Stir, sip, enjoy.

May 17-18 @ 8pm, May 19 @ 7pm, $17 presale. $20 door

Dance Mission Theater, 3316 24th St, SF

http://hidingintinyplaces-es2005.eventbrite.com/

Jess Curtis/Gravity with Jörg Müller

What can a performance make you feel (and how)? “Performance Research Experiment #2” aims to answer just that question. Live performance events crash into a scientific experiment. Jess Curtis, French/German performer Jörg Müller and Iranian neuroscientist Ida Mommenejad, investigate the workings of live art on your human body.

Drink Selection: “The Dancing Peachtri Dish.” Peach schnapps, iced tea, vodka. #performanceart

May 24-26 @ 8PM, $15-20

CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St, SF

counterpulse.org

Christy Funsch

“State: not anywhere near to now” draws from Fritz Lang’s seminal film M and features costume and set design by visual artist Tamara Albaitis. Funsch is joined by guest choreographer Katherine Longstreth from Portland.

Drink Selection: “Where The Hell Am I?” Bourbon, milk or soy milk, amaretto and coffee. We promise you won’t end up anywhere near where you started.

May 31 – Jun 2, Fri-Sat @ 8PM, Sun @ 2PM, $15-20

CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St, SF

counterpulse.org

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inkBoat
“Without Us” is danced within a limited space that gradually fills with water. Machines fail and decay. Are we sinking?

Drink Selection: We are not relating this piece to the Titanic…but if the Titanic was a dance show there might be some similarities… so we are making the “I’ll Never Let Go” and that is exactly what you’ll do with this drink.  Coconut rum, midori, cranberry and pineapple. 

Fri-Sun, Apr 5-7, 8pm, $15-20

CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St, SF

counterpulse.org

Dohee Lee
“Mago” outlines the myth of the Korean goddess Mago – from the depths of the ocean where the creation myth begins, into the realm of dreams and karma, and finally to the discovery of one’s own myth and destiny.

Drink Selection: Maybe she’s born with it…MAYBE it’s MAGOlline. Look magnificent holding a “MAGOnificent.”  Vodka, Italian soda, lemon, muddle in blueberries and mint.  Done. 

Fri-Sun, Apr 12-14, 7pm, $10-20

CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission St, SF

counterpulse.org

AXIS Dance Company
Choreographer Victoria Marks and composer/musician Beth Custer’s new work “what if would you” revolves around notions of how deductive thinking leads to if/then assumptions. Also included is a new work from Amy Seiwert.

Drink Selection: “Would You Rather” is the drink for this piece. Light rum, dark rum, crème de almond, triple sec, sour mix, splash of OJ.   Would you rather show up flask-less or bring a “Would You Rather”? Or let’s rephrase: If you show up flask-less, then you’ll wish you brought a “Would You Rather.”

Thu-Sun, Apr 12-14, 8pm, $10-25

Malonga Casquelourd Center for the Arts, 1428 Alice St, Oakland

axisdance.org

CubaCaribe
“Tributes to our Teachers: The Ninth Annual CubaCaribe Festival of Dance and Music” welcomes direct from Cuba, Danza del Caribe. Also performing in the Festival includes local Caribbean dancers and musicians, Arenas Dance Company, Las Que Son Son, Aguacero, John Santos and more!

Drink Selection: Forget the Dougie, teach me how to CubaCaribe!  Thus we give you “The Lost Dougie.” That’s a rum and coke folks.  Don’t forget the lime.

Fri-Sat, Apr 12-14, 8pm; Sun, Apr 14, 3 & 7pm

Dance Mission Theater, 3316 24th St, SF

Fri, Apr 19, 8pm

YBCA Forum, 701 Mission St, SF

Fri-Sat, Apr 26-27, 8pm; Sun, Apr 28, 7pm

Laney Theater, 900 Fallon St, Oakland

cubacaribe.org

Daria Kaufman, Bianca Brzezinski, and Richard Warp

“Crosscurrent” is an evening of shorter pieces, including “ARTI ULATE,” which unravels communication barriers, “Non-self,” which explores Anatta, the Buddhist term for not-self, “Take off your coat, love,” inspired by the writings of Michael Cunningham and Virginia Wolf, a reprise of Kaufman’s solo “Product,” and a special guest performance from Peiling Kao’s “Imprint.”

Drink Selection: “The Dead C.” Come on people, read what’s missing here.  Tequila (clear), Licor 43, lime juice and cinnamon.

Fri-Sat, Apr 19-20, 8pm; $10-20

The Garage, 715 Bryant Street, San Francisco,

715bryant.org, brownpapertickets.com/event/351437

David Herrera Performance Company
“the Stranger (Part 1)” is a discourse inspired by David Herrera’s experience growing up poor and Latino in Hollywood, Ca., looking at how conscious attempts to divorce one’s own culture, family, and heritage affect identity formation and sense of inclusion/exclusion. Guest performances by Push Dance Company (4/19-21) & Requisite Dance (4/26-28).

Drink Selection: Unfortunately, family is the only thing you can’t divorce…there is no denying your roots folks.  For this show we are making “The Blind Identity.” Vodka, orange liqueur and pomegranate juice. 

Fri-Sat, Apr 19-20, 8pm; Sun, Apr 21, 7pm; Fri-Sat, Apr 26-27, 8pm; Sun, Apr 28, 7pm, $18-23

Dance Mission Theater, 3316 24th St, SF

dhperformance.org

David Dorfman Dance
“Prophets of Funk” lifts up the spirit of Sly and the Family Stone, insisting that in the face of this funk there are still hopes and aspirations that reside in all of us. Audiences are also encouraged to sing and dance along with their favorite oldies, including Stand, Let Me Take You Higher, Dance to the Music and (of course) Everyday People.

Drink Selection: Different strokes for different folks…and so on and so on…  Bring/make whatever your heart desires for this piece – we are everyday people!!!  We do however suggest some type of whiskey mixed with something sweet.

Thu-Sat, Apr 25-27, 8pm, $20-30

YBCA, 701 Mission St, SF

ybca.org

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