“I have had the pleasure to be a LEIMAY guest teacher at CAVE for several years now. When I teach at LEIMAY, I find serious, intelligent, and creative participants of all ages and backgrounds, who are eager to challenge themselves. What I appreciate is the level understanding by its directors and the community of artistic concepts often difficult to grasp and to master. I find that LEIMAY is unique as it was founded by artists and the directors continue to maintain their artistic integrity. LEIMAY’s studio CAVE has been a vibrant place of concerts, performances, and exhibitions, and it is … Continued
Testimonial – Sonia Nizam
“I want to let you know how much I enjoyed your class!!! I have learned so much about letting go and moving the body in a way where the audience is unnecessary. ‘Dance like nobody is watching’ felt like a theme. And I truly appreciate the cost reduction, because I wouldn’t have been able to afford it without it. Thank you so much for letting me be a part of LEIMAY. I am optimistic about the future though, I would really like to take classes at LEIMAY when this pandemic ends.” – Sonia Nizam, LEIMAY LUDUS Community Class Participant, 2020
Testimonial – Erin Landers
“1) LUDUS Community Class is a dance class open to all which focuses on movement from an experiential perspective through set exercises, imagery, and personal and group explorations. 2) one of the many things I took away from community class is the possibility of strength without effort. 3) this class is fun, challenging, physical, thought-provoking, and you should definitely give it a try.” – Erin Landers, LEIMAY LUDUS Community Class Participant, 2018
Testimonial – Michael Mangieri
“I keep coming back to community classes and labs because I’m fascinated by the elements that make up LEIMAY’s practice. As someone who doesn’t have a performing background it’s wonderful to have a passage into such a singular and rich body of work. Ximena and company members create a warm and inclusive space in a way that feels both freeing and rigorous. Thank you LEIMAY!” – Michael Mangieri, LEIMAY LUDUS Community Class Participant, 2019