Jazz Is All That !
Press Release 7/18/07
Indianapolis –
Jazz is a true American art form. It’s roots include African work songs, slave spirituals, and rural blues that are all mixed together like jambalaya on Bourbon Street. To quote Sabra Logan the director of Iibada Dance Company, “Jazz is all that.” It sounds more like a statement made by an aging saxophonist as he reminisces with a kid on the front step of a building near Indiana Avenue. “I wanted to pay tribute to the jazz legends from Indiana and other parts of this country,” she said. “It’s important to pass on this heritage to the next generation before these names and stories are gone forever.” So Sabra combined her love for jazz and with her other passion, dance to create a story line for Iibada’s new show. She then enlisted the help of choreographers Roland Smith, Adrienne Jackson, Kristan Jackson, Andrea Jackson, and Charlie Lewis. The result is a captivating, rhythmic dance show titled Jazz Is All That. “This story is a running dialog between today’s youth and the older jazz generation. It’s interpreted through dance and sewn together with the narration of jazz legend Marry Moss.” Sabra said with pride. Each of the three nights features local jazz musicians playing during the show as well. We thought that would be a great time to showcase the local jazz performers.” Sabra said.
This is Iibada’s seventh staged production. It’s recommended that you buy tickets in advance. Iibada’s shows are known to sell out. They always combine the great story telling with the incredible skill of their young dancers ages 8 to 18. After seeing one of their performances understand why tickets are hard to come by.
Jazz Is All That is staged at the Warren Performing Arts Center August 3, 4 at 7:00 PM August 5 at 4:00PM. Tickets are $12.00 for Adults and children 12 and under are $8.00.
For more information contact Sabra Logan at 317.250.7647 or ibadadanceco@sbcglobal.net
About Iibada Dance Company:The Iibada Dance Company brings forth an experience that will dazzle the senses with colorful costumes, pulsating drums and electrifying dance. Concerts are performed with the entire company and are designed for a full stage production. Showcases are performed with a smaller company, tailored to fit smaller venues. Both the concerts and showcases are events that will not be forgotten.
About Sabra Logan: She is originally from Baltimore, Maryland. After many years of intensive dance training jazz, modern, African, ballet and various performances, Sabra changed her focus from teaching kindergarten to teaching children the art of dance. Sabra’s love for educating children about African dance heritage is what prompted her to form Iibada Dancers. Her dance career encompasses over twenty-five years of experience. Sabra has danced with local companies such as Omorah Dance Company, Essence of Motion. Ms. Logan’s mission is to positively influence youth by empowering them with endurance and perseverance. We strive to cultivate the enjoyment of creative dance through African heritage education.
About Roland Smith: Roland is an Indianapolis native, and a graduate of TennesseeStateUniversity. He is an accomplished, actor, singer, dancer, and choreographer; has done various productions such as: Dream Girls, The "Wiz", Your Arms Are Too Short To Box With God, and Guys and Dolls just to name a few. He is also the assistant director of Iibada Dance Company.
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