Collaboration with the Natural History Museum in Basel
Premiere of "Mary" at LaGuardia High School
Secure your seats to by purchasing tickets through this link: Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School Tickets. Don't miss out on being one of the first to see it!
The journey of creating "Mary" has been a soulful collaboration with Rehearsal Director Roderick R. George at my side. His passion, dedication, and creative approach have truly brought "Mary" to life, enabling us to deliver a performance that promises to be unforgettable.
The heart of "Mary" is the captivating music composed by Zen Jefferson. He creates an immersive auditory experience that intertwines seamlessly with the narrative of "Mary."
Returning to LaGuardia High School with "Mary" is an experience that's incredibly special to me. It's here where my artistic journey began, where I first dared to dream, and where those dreams were nurtured. Coming back as an adult, I carry with me a profound sense of gratitude, pride, and excitement to share this piece of my heart with the school that has given me so much.
"Mary" is more than just another piece; it's a testament to the power of dreams, dedication, and the impact that institutions like LaGuardia High School can have on shaping the artists of tomorrow.
Mark your calendars, book your tickets, and join us in this remarkable journey as we celebrate the magic of the performing arts at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School on June 2nd, 3rd, and 4th.
Stay connected for more updates and behind-the-scenes sneak peeks...like these photos by Loni Landon. Until then, we're eagerly preparing to showcase "Mary" to the world. We look forward to sharing this special moment with you.
Photos by Loni Landon
Dance Basel Festival 2023
The Art Basel week in Basel, Switzerland, is renowned for showcasing the worlds artistic brilliance. This year, coinciding with Art Basel week, the city will come alive with the rhythm of the Dance Basel Festival, a celebration of the dynamic and diverse art of dance.
Scheduled for the weekend of the 10th and 11th of June 2023, this unique festival, held in partnership with Theater Basel Foyer Public, promises a vibrant showcase of talents from across the globe. With a lineup of performances by talented choreographers at various stages of their careers, this festival brings together a rich tapestry of styles, narratives, and interpretations.
On Saturday, the 10th of June, from 16:00 to 17:00, an open community dance class invites everyone, regardless of age or skill level, to share in the joy and freedom of dance. Accompanied by live music, this workshop is a rare opportunity to learn, move, and express yourself in a safe, welcoming space.
The festival continues on Sunday, the 11th of June, from 15:30 to 16:30, with a performance that promises to captivate audiences with the innovative creations of our featured choreographers.
The Dance Basel Festival is proud to provide free admission to the Basel public, offering everyone the opportunity to witness the evolution of dance and discover emerging artists in the field.
At its heart, Dance Basel is an inclusive festival. We are dedicated to establishing a high-quality platform that embraces diversity in all its forms. Our mission includes showcasing minority choreographers from various social and ethnic backgrounds and of different genders and sexual orientations. We firmly believe in the power of dance as a universal language, transcending boundaries, and connecting us all.
Mark your calendars for an exhilarating weekend of movement, music, and human connection at the Dance Basel Festival 2023. We look forward to welcoming you and celebrating the unifying power of dance.
Musuem Night Basel
Hey everyone!
Come dance with me at Basel Museum Night!!!
I am so excited to announce that I will be giving a dance workshop at the Kunstmuseum Basel on Friday, January 20th, 2023 from 8pm to 10pm. This will be part of the Museum's Night program, and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to share my love of dance with all of you.
As a dancer and choreographer, I have always been drawn to the expressive power of movement in the community. I believe that dance has the ability to convey emotions and ideas in a way that words simply cannot.
That's why this is big for me. No matter your experience level, I encourage you to join me and discover the joy of dance.
If you are in the Basel area, I hope you will join me at the Kunstmuseum on January 20th. It's going to be a fun and exciting night, and I can't wait to see you all there! For more info: https://museumsnacht.ch/en/
Dance Basel Festival
Did you know I have a dance festival in Basel? It is during the Art Basel week and it is called Dance Basel! It is happening June 18th and 19th, 2022 at the Public Foyer.
Dance Basel is a new dance festival in Basel during the Art Basel week. In collaboration with Theater Basel Public Foyer, this festival is free to the Basel public with a goal of showcasing the work of talented young choreographers in different stages of their development.
Please come and check it out! This week! www.dancebasel.com
https://youtu.be/mKtNxPLxm-w
New work for LaGuardia High School NYC
I am thrilled to announce that in 2023, I will be making a new work for the famous Laguardia High School of Performing Arts in NYC!! I am beyond humbled and excited to be a part of the LAG Senior Concert. It means so much for me to come home and work with the school that started it all for me. Thank you Ms. Mathesius and Greg for your trust. I am looking forward to pushing these talented dancers and making something that vibrates with good energy and of course being back in NYC for creation time :)
Lets go!
The New BAC at Aeschenplatz
The New BAC at Aeschenplatz
The Braswell Arts Center is moving to a bigger more central location in Basel. Here is our video explaining the move. Please consider supporting our crowdfunding campaign!
We need your support!
Read more about the new center and donate to our crowdfunding campaign here:
https://braswellarts.org/donations/the-new-bac-at-aeschenplatz
*Need different payment options? Try these: https://braswellarts.payrexx.com/en/pay?cid=72ae678e
*TWINT here: https://donate.raisenow.io/kdpfs
Video by Max Zachrisson
3D Model by Charlie Hui
Workshop and Performance at the Beyeler
So proud to share info about our audience dance workshop and special performance at the Fondation Beyeler Museum!!!!
A big thank you to the dancers and Beyeler Team!
https://youtu.be/Rz2tVRte8NY
New Creation for TeleBasel
I am so grateful to create a new work for Basel television! Specifically TELEBASEL 👊🏾❤️
7pm tonight on Telebasel!
Music is by Bruno Raco!!! 🙌🏾
Thank you to my friends and Theater Basel Dancers:
Gaia Mentoglio
Lisa Horten Skillbrei
Rachelle Scott
Tana Rosas
Anthony Ramiandrisoa
Mirko Campigotto
Thank you Telebasel and BLKB for giving us the chance!
More information: https://telebasel.ch/2020/05/20/neue-kuenstler-gegen-die-krise-start-der-zweiten-staffel/?channel=32341
Dance Basel Festival
I am excited to announce DANCE BASEL. Like Art Basel is a platform for the worlds top visual Artist, Dance Basel is a platform for the world best choreographers. Our 3 day festival will showcase choreographers on a short high quality platform, combined with a live interview with the public.
We have Just received support from the Basel Cultural Department!!!! That is a BIG deal!!!! Hahahaha!
Even though we have this support, we must of course prove ourselves by raising the remainder. I have applications in for other funding sources, and I must raise a portion from crowdfunding!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKtNxPLxm-w&feature=youtu.be
Donation Link: https://wemakeit.com/projects/dance-basel-festival
I know we have crowdfunded before, but I my answer to that is.... your support worked!!!! We enjoy a great success with one the top dance schools in Basel, A large community of adult dancers, and children... over 300 dance lovers!!! Started and supported by the international community. We are lucky that we can say that, and come back with a new project that is backed by the city straight away.
This festival has a great potential. Please consider supporting our festival. And If you can not give at this time, please share this on your social media platform....which goes a long way!
Donation Link: https://wemakeit.com/projects/dance-basel-festival
Dance Performance and Workshops at Forum Würth Arlesheim
Dance performance and Artist Talk: «Everything is Poetry»
Dance performance and artist talk: “EVERYTHING IS POETRY”
SUN, January 26, 2020
4 p.m. - 5 p.m. followed by an aperitif
CHF 20.– / CHF 10 .– * / children up to 16 years free
BAC members are FREE
The New York-born professional ballet dancer and choreographer Armando Braswell will perform the dance performance “Everything is Poetry” in the middle of the art exhibition together with his dancers from the Ballett Theater Basel. The director of the Braswell Arts Center conceived his program exclusively for the Forum Würth Arlesheim, where, inspired by Joan Miró's poetic works, he interpreted it in dance and expressed its diversity in the form of movement.
Following the dance performance, the head of Forum Würth Arlesheim, Catherine Iselin, will conduct a live interview with Armando Braswell.
The live interview will take place in English.
* Discounts with Museums-PASS-Musées or KulturLeg
More info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/544472919442943/
Ballet workshops for adults with Armando Braswell
Ballet workshops for adults with Armando Braswell
SUN, January 26, 2020
1 p.m. - 2 p.m. training
2 p.m. - 3 p.m. choreography
CHF 20.– / CHF 15 .– *
Ballet means body language, expression and creativity. The workshops are aimed at all movement enthusiasts, regardless of their dance experience or body type, who enjoy expanding their dance skills. In the first part of the workshop, simple exercises, basics and the right technique are tested; in the second part learned simple choreographies and danced to musical accompaniment.
More information here: https://www.facebook.com/events/957349311301374/
Braswell Arts Association
After years of talking about it....I finally did it.
Introducing our NON-PROFIT ASSOCIATION
THE BRASWELL ARTS ASSOCIATION
Now I can properly fundraise for our ambitious projects!
The Braswell Arts Association aims to:
- educate children through education and exchange with the arts,
- support emerging and established artists,
- support collaboration and the creation of new works of art,
- promote networking and entrepreneurship within the local and international arts community.
The association does not pursue any commercial purposes and is not for profit.
Digital Dance
We were back at the beautiful space, Filter4, in Basel. Last time were here with the HIDDEN Project. This time it was for a special project by ETAVIS electricity company. We created an evening of dance with a special choreography I made just for the event. New music was made by Bruno Raco and Max Zachrisson. and a special video lighting created by Max Zachrisson. A luxury dinner with great food,provided by the restaurant Viertel-Kreis: viertel-kreis.ch
Thank you to Freddy and Olga for giving me this chance. Thank you to the dancers for your trust! Thank you to my partner and wife Lisa, who was there every night with us.
We had fun!!!
VIDEO TRAILER
by Max Zachrission:
An evening of dance created for ETAVIS. Produced by the Braswell Arts Center and the Braswell Arts Association. Performance at the Filter4, in Basel.
Choreography: Armando Braswell
Music by Bruno Raco and Max Zachrisson.
Video lighting by Max Zachrisson
Lisa Braswell, Braswell Arts Center
Catering: Restaurant Viertel-Kreis: viertel-kreis.ch
https://youtu.be/e8GFtcbhoHM
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PHOTO GALLERY
Kinder Vernissage Workshops at Kunstmuseum Gegenwart
It was a Fun day at the Kunst Museum Gegenwart :) :) :)
A super fun kids project with the Kunstmuseum Basel!!! A special day of creativity with Armando Braswell, guiding the children through movement and creating our own DANCE.
Thank you to everyone who came! :) :) :)
Info: https://kunstmuseumbasel.ch/de/besuch/agenda/kindervernissage
https://www.facebook.com/ajbwell/posts/2469862616357257?__xts__[0]=68.ARArbvKbNMgP-mq2i0PcOz-SqHDjgEFz_x6l7FIILBPC7ahsVEKAFI9uzL1GX9qebfrCi6QxStiwpF0fd_QC8lgCYBW1CNL-rhkj_k4MF6n1uRnyCKYyX6rCdLU47gO3yK3aAG0rpBoTMK19YT47qVGia2EMkOmNJ1PSlEyx-7GWjWLVTTVtSQLLuK6XfdIATnVV1ZJ-gKzt420zOwBU0dR3r4-z4rJ0lpaKl2m6lr11-jJtwXiZz0j7SwMgyI1DREptMYUw91va-Wa0ztDyDsf-oEdRDLejEv2t5Xef4K0ktQU3f3Urqur9PPiOkJsoKhfnJeK4p0qZLeBFNCXQ9HxxVjAvc5tS1mVd4XQ_6zNAuTO3hrK3vaVfKHvMK1vd742flmzEnBMPMCsHhjGjUezpSgOKnT6Cfn05dLyHj1bUnWw&__tn__=-R
Exklusiv Für Alle 2
I am so proud to have a second year of collaboration between Theater Basel and The Braswell Arts Center! Our students are looking wonderful on the Basel Schapielhaus stage! Thank you to Tom, Lucia, Patrick, Anja and the whole EFA team! This year was excellent!
https://www.facebook.com/theaterbasel/posts/2445596948836738
And from iPhone :)
https://www.facebook.com/ajbwell/posts/2464125370264315
Main photo: 📸 Kim Culetto
Wildwuchs Festival
It was a lovely day with the Wildwuchs Festival! Thank you guys for including me in your celebration!
Wildwuchs page: http://wildwuchs.ch/programm/bal-divers
https://www.facebook.com/braswellartscenter/photos/a.316970198740668/688412404929777/?type=3&theater
Basel Performance Project w/ Armando
Hello Everyone!
I am searching for 3 to 4 good dancers for a paid dance performance project in Basel in September. Would prefer someone in the Basel Area or a cheap flight away. ( Berlin, etc. ) We will rehearse at the Braswell Arts Center and the performance will be at the IWB Filter 4. High quality work. If you are interested please just send email to info@armandobraswell.com
Project:
Searching for professional freelance dancers for performance opportunity in Basel, Switzerland with choreography from Armando Braswell.
A mixed media dance piece that involves video. A newly created dance performance in three parts. A special performance series at the IWB Filter 4.
Potential rehearsal period:
Mo. 2. September to Fri. 6. September
Performance Days:
Event time approximately 18:00-22:00.
Mo. 9. September 2019 (General Rehearsal)
Di. 10. Mi. 11. und
Do. 12. September 2019
Di. 17. Mi. 18. und
Do. 19. September 2019
Di. 24. Mi. 25. und
Do. 26. September 2019
Armando Braswell is a Juilliard Graduate from NYC. He has danced for professional dance companies in New York, Munich, Stuttgart and is currently a soloist with Ballett Theater Basel in Switzerland. Armando’s was a finalist at the International Competition for Choreographers in Hannover. He has presented his work at the International Solo-Dance- Theatre Festival in Stuttgart and the Noverre-Gesellschaft evening with the Stuttgart Ballet. Armando is the director of the Braswell Arts Center, a popular arts space in Basel. Event choreography credits include, So You Think You Can Dance in Ukraine, 2016 World Expo, Revlon runway choreography, music videos and JURA international. Armando has also created numerous “Ballets” for galas and the theater concert dance stage. For more information, please visit the about section.
If you are interested please just send email to info@armandobraswell.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g--sJSczouE
International Conference of JURA
This year I choreographed a performance for the “International Conference of JURA. There were about 400 participants representing 73 countries. I had the pleasure of working with Amanda Bennet and the Ballet School Theater Basel for another great production.The dancers were fantastic! A good group. Thank you Lydia Caruso for assisting me with this piece! and Max Zachrission for the beautiful music and the film.
Thank you to Xavier & Meinrad for making this beautiful experience happen.
Dance Lab 8
I had the honor of choreographing for the Ballett Basel "Dancelab". This was my second time doing this production and it was great! My new piece is titled
Uneven Variations
CHOREOGRAPHER
MIT
STAGE DESIGNER
Fabio Masini
COSTUME DESIGNER
Jessica Kube
MUSIC
Raco Bruno
Philip Kannicht
Here is a video by current dancer and "Inside Ballet Theater Basel" team member, Rubén Bañol Herrera:
An inside look into the Dancelab 8 production at Theater Basel. Here the dancers are allowed to create and present their own choreographies. The realization of your own choreographic works is an important experience for young artists on the way to creative maturity. The DanceLab takes this circumstance into account and offers dancers of the ensemble the opportunity to experiment with choreography. Abstract movement studies, associative motion pictures or short, moving stories can emerge. To what extent the young choreographers want to break with old viewing habits or refer to traditions or cultural prescriptions in their approximately ten-minute plays is left to them themselves. This creates a kaleidoscope of contemporary creative thought, ranging from first-time works to tried-and-tested further developments to remarkable experiments, offering the audience a surprising and varied dance evening.
Featuring the dancers of Ballet Theater Basel
Inside Ballet Theater Basel – Introducing a new creative blog about the life of Ballet Theater Basel. A behind the scenes journal where the public can discover a new perspective vision of a ballet and a ballet company today.
Here you can see a great review from Sophie Lesort, from Danser Canal Historique Magazine:
https://dansercanalhistorique.fr/?q=content%2Fdancelab-8-au-theatre-de-bale
Here is another review from Micheal Hug at the Online Merker:
http://der-neue-merker.eu/basel-kleine-buehnen-dance-lab-8-choreographische-wundertuete
New creation for Dance&Music Gala 5 in Stuttgart
This year I will present my new duet UNDONE, at the 5th Dance&Music gala in Stuttgart! Thank you to Beate for always supporting my work! DON'T MISS IT!
UNDONE
by Armando Braswell
Music:
Tsat een meskin: Stat in meskin
by Ensemble Villanella
String Quartet in D Major, Op. 64, No. 5, "Lark": Finale: Vivace
by Kodaly Quartet
Phantasy Quintet: Alla Sarabanda - Lento
by Garfield Jackson
Dancers: Lydia Caruso, Jorge Garcia Perez.
Costumes: Jessica Kube
Info:
http://veranstaltungen.stuttgarter-zeitung.de/event/detail.php?event=Dance-%2B-Music-5_2016-07-09
Hatch House 2015 Gala
My piece In Passage will be presented at the Hatch House 2015 gala in England. Already SOLD OUT both nights!!!! Maybe they will add a third? Carlos Acosta will be the performer of honor! You think he will watch my piece ??:)
Danced by the two lovely dancers Lydia Caruso and Anthony Ramiandrisoa from Ballett Basel. They worked so hard and they look amazing!
For more information check out the website here: www.coventgardendance.co.uk/productions/hatch-house
https://www.facebook.com/coventgardendance/photos/a.202982339722847.47434.145691278785287/954049871282753/?type=1&permPage=1
https://vimeo.com/133740196
My TED Talk is here
MY TED TALK IS HERE!!! It is not easy for me to post this... but I think it is important.
A big thank you to Philip Kannicht and Bruno Raco for there amazing original composition. Thank you to Jonathan Alsberry for working my solo and coaching me. We worked quite well together and you gave the solo fire. Thank you to my wife Lisa Braswell for helping me remember my life and for your passionate work on my text. Thank you to Jennifer Chough and the whole TEDxBasel team for the opportunity. Thank you to Theater Basel for your support. Thank you Marco Ferraro for seeing light in me. PLEASE SHARE THIS VIDEO :)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkCdsko8yVQ
https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1010277052315828&id=132280856782123
On stage at the Juilliard-Nord Anglia Education Performing Arts Programme Event.
I traveled to Aubonne to perform at the at the La Cote International School in Aubonne. So nice :)
Photos from the La Cote International School in Aubonne.
Check out this cool blog post from the school www.nordangliaeducation.com
AND on Facbook
https://www.facebook.com/LCIS.Aubonne/posts/949639275069915
HUEMAN - premiere at Colours Dance Festival
“Colors, like features, follow the changes of the emotions.”
-Pablo Picasso
Made for the Colours Dance Festival. the installation deals with colors and explored in dance relationships with basic human emotions . featuring the dancers of the Theaterhaus Gauthier Dance Company. They work with the artists connections between colors and emotions and are significant part of the performance process. The installation provides an exceptional view of the art form dance and invites the audience through the interactive aspect to experience new and individual experiences.
For More information on the Installation please check out the Colours dance festival website: http://coloursdancefestival.com/programm/rahmenprogramm/hueman.html
The creative team:
For More information on the Installation please check out the Colours dance festival website: http://coloursdancefestival.com/programm/rahmenprogramm/hueman.html
Performance at Munsterplatz
Come and see my latest creation for the Basel Mission at a beautiful open air stage in Munsterplatz!!! The theme of the festival is hope... So I took the same theme to inspire a quirky piece with two dancers and two musicians.
From 8 to 14 June 2015 Mission celebrates 21 birthday of its Basel Mission with guests and contributions from four continents. The highlight of the anniversary week is a major international festival on Sunday, June 14 at the Münsterplatz in Basel. A varied program with music, market stalls, culinary delights and a child-friendly program to make the festival an experience for the whole family.
Duets on a Theme of Hope
Choreography by
Armando Braswell
Dancers:
Camille Auble
Jeremy Nedd
Musicans:
Bruno Raco, piano
Stefan Buga ,Violin
Kostume
Jessica Kube
June 14, 2015
Münsterplatz Basel
For more information on the celebration and the full program, please go HERE
Premiere at world Expo in Milan 2015
My new piece "Excuse" premiered at the Swiss Pavilion in Milan World Expo! What a great opportunity! They rocked it!!!! :)
In EXCUSÉ, the choreographer Armando Braswell draws his inspiration from his Swiss environment and transforms it into dancing motion. Featuring eight students from the professional class of the Ballettschule Theater Basel.
Swiss pavilion stage
From 22-23.May.2015
News from the Balletschule:
http://ballettschuletheaterbasel.org/D-news-stories.html
News from the Swiss Pavilion:
http://www.padiglionesvizzero.ch/en/event/ballettschule-theater-basel-5/
News from Basel Stadt:
http://www.bs.ch/news/2015-05-22-mm-63287.html
#expomilano2015 #ballettschuletheaterbasel #swisspavillion A video posted by Armando Braswell (@ajbwell) on
New commission for BTB
Great news!
Soon I start work on a new choreography for Ballettschule Theater Basel. It is a commissioned work & will be premiered in Milan, Italy at the World Expo in the Swiss Pavilion on May 22nd & 23rd. I cant wait to get started!
https://www.facebook.com/amanda.bennett.5/posts/1001231869894072?pnref=story
"Pas- varotti"@ Kulturrevier Harz e.V.
"Pas- varotti" in open air!!!
August 23rd 2014
@ The Kulturrevier Harz e.V.
Tanner Schulstr. 2
38875 Oberharz am Brocken
Benneckenstein Wald Buhne
Germany
Here you can find Program Information on the festival website
Here is more information about the festival: kulturrevier-harz.de
Here is more information on the piece PAS-VAROTTI:
http://www.armandobraswell.com/pas-varotti-premiere-at-noverre-society/
“Pas-varotti” premiere at Noverre Society
I am happy to announce that I will be presenting a new duet called "Pas-varotti" at the Noverre Society Evening. Amazing set + good music +great dancers = a good show!!!!!Get your tickets, they go fast!
July 17, 18 @ 19:30 - Premiere at The Stuttgart Schauspielhaus.
Pas-varotti
by Armando Braswell
The man, The music, The life. A tribute to Pavarotti in three sections.
Music by Luciano Pavarotti Arrangement and Mix by Philip Kannicht Dancers: Jorge Garcia Perez and Armando Braswell Set design by Fabio Masini - A brilliant set! This is our first collaboration. Costume by Marianne Illig
Review Stuttgarter Nachrichten:
Review Online Merker:
http://www.der-neue-merker.eu/stuttgart-schauspielhaus-junge-choreographen-mit-erfreulich-viel-humor
My second creation with the FABULOUS Jorge Garcia Perez!!! I am lucky to have him :) !
Here is the master at work
"Divertissement" a new duet by Armando Braswell
Pronunciation: /dɪˈvəːtɪsmənt, ˌdiːvɛːˈtiːsmɒ̃/
A short performance, typically a ballet, that is presented as an interlude in an opera or play. A diversion; an amusement.
Interactive Visuals: Permi Jhooti, Tabea Rothfuchs
Costume: Raquel Rey Ramos
Music: Time Trouble, Max Richter, Dean Martin, Nancy Sinatra, Raylo and his Dawgs,
Arrangement and mix: Philip Kannicht
Dancers: Andrea Tortosa Vidal and Jorge Garcia
06.06.2014 -Fri 20.00 h Premiere
14.06.2014 - Sat 20.00 h
18.06.2014 - Wed 20.00 h
21.06.2014 - Sat 20.00 h
26.06.2014 - Thu 20.00 h
29.06.2014 - Sun 19.00 h - Final
For more information, check out the Theater Basel Website
Rehearsal photos from Amanda Hilfer
A sample of what is to come...
[nrelate-related]
Dance and Music Gala 4
My new piece, "Housed", premiered at the Dance and Music Gala 4 in Theaterhaus Stuttgart. It was a success! Check out the photos and critics!
Photos by Regina Brocke.
Eliane Müller Music Video
Eliane Müller is season two's winner of the popular television show "Die grössten Schweizer Talente" Which is the Swiss version of the British casting show, "Britain's Got Talent".
I was lucky enough to choreograph and dance in the video!Read more