Under the artistic direction of Jessie Cosentino, Cardinalidae uses trained dancers to reach the everyday people and expose them to dance in the most unfamiliar way. By taking performances outside of the typical theater experience, our goal is to attract a larger and more diverse audience. Cardinalidae invites not only artists and art enthusiasts but any person of any age looking for an escape to experience something new.
The symbolic meaning of cardinals deals with vibrancy and brilliance. As we observe the cardinal- particularly against the backdrop of the stark winter months, we are reminded that even when things appear bleak or isolated, there is always the presence of beauty, hope, and love. Cardinals encourage us to express our brilliance and reveal our truest selves. Their radiant red is a symbol for us to recognize the gifts in our hearts that we have to give to others in love and friendship.
GET READING FOR CARDINALIDAE GOES HIKING THIS SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER!
Cardindalidae is premiering it's first adventure in San Francisco this September and October in Buena Vista Park. Audience members will get energized with a hiking trip through beautiful Buena Vista park experiencing nature, breathtaking views of the city, and performances by Cardinalidae members and guests along the trail.
Don't miss the "in theater" preview of this production May 1st and 2nd at the Garage.
Want to learn how you can donate to our premier production is SF?? Click the donate tab below!
Our new fundraising campaign has now been launched and we need your help! We are looking to raise $1000 before our May showcase for the following items:
$240 renewal of Liability insurance- this allows us to continue rehearsing our Linden St. Dance, our official rehearsal sponsor! Translation: $240 gives us an entire year of rehearsal space!!
$50 Permit application- While you may be thinking that we are saving money on theater space by dancing outside... think again! First we have to apply for an outdoors performance permit, then go from there.
$75- We have a new piece we are creating thanks to our residency at the Garage. This piece involves 2 ladders and lots and lots of fabric! The fabric we have but we need help getting ladders and weights to hold them down
$75- Costumes for our new and beautiful dancers!
$60- Publication materials and programs
$500- Dancer's compensation. I have the most dedicated dancers in the world! They rehearse every week for free. Don't you think they deserve a little reward??
***1st 10 People to donate will get a video greeting from Cardinalidae and a SNEAK PEAK at our new work!!
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2012-03-23 at Terra Gallery and Event Venue
511 Harrison Street San Francisco, CA 94105-3103
http://marchbenefit.eventbrite.com/
2011-06-01
Kalamazoo, MI
2011-06-01
Kalamazoo, MI
2011-06-01
Kalamazoo, MI
2011-06-01
Kalamazoo, MI
Caitlin Perna
Chelsea Arlene
Sarah Nguyen
Welcome the newest members of Cardinalidae!
Samantha Nielsen
Tessaly Jen
Jessica Bagley
Photos and bios coming soon!!
For further information on auditions, booking, or any other inquiries please send an email to