As we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Older & Reckless, we remember the senior dance artists who have joined us over the years, including the versatile and vibrant REBECCA HOPE TERRY Photo by Taras Kovaliv “Rebecca Hope Terry has twice graced the O&R stage – in her magnificent Swan solo with musician John Gzowski (2011) and in an excerpt of Denise Fujiwara’s acclaimed multi-media work EUNOIA (2013). Rebecca- or Hope, as we call her- is one of Canada’s most compelling perfor

Our Older & Reckless 20th anniversary celebrations continue with the Circle Dance Talk! The 2020 online event features Carol Anderson, Seika Boye, Emilyn Claid (UK) and Sara Porter – four vibrant female artists who have been writing, dancing, thinking, moving and creating for decades. We will hear from each panelist about the intersections of their dancing and writing and engage with the audience in a Q&A. Wednesday November 18, 1pm – 2:30pm (Toronto, Canada) 6pm- 7:30pm (Lon

MDT Engaging Seniors in Dance – Winter ZOOM classes! As fall turns into winter we continue to dance! The next session is November 10th - December 17th and you are invited! We are opening up this session to NEWCOMERS age 55+ who wish to join in! For those who wish to participate, there is a WEDNESDAY group and a THURSDAY group available! Wednesdays November 11, 18, 25 & December 2, 9, 16 11:00am - 12:00pm Thursdays November 12, 19, 26 & December 3, 10, 17 11:00am - 12:00pm

Photo by John Lauener What a celebration! The online Older & Reckless: 20 years of age on stage went beyond my dreams! THANK YOU to over 400 viewers who tuned in to celebrate and to everyone’s beautiful contributions to the event! Shifting our 20th anniversary from stage to screen was a daunting challenge, but- thanks to our terrific team led by producer Vickie Fagan- it all came together with skill and artistry. I am deeply grateful for everyone’s heartfelt contributions inc

CREATORS NOTES from videographer WILLIAM YONG on the collaborative creation of a new dance video featuring contemporary dance artist DENISE FUJIWARA for Older & Reckless: 20 Years of Age on Stage William Yong by Alistair Newton "Denise and I had a wonderful experience making Nappera-bo. Thank you to Older & Reckless for inviting us to work together. I am so ever grateful to Denise for being so brave and making space for any of my ideas and suggestions and trusting me during t

As we approach the 20th anniversary of Older & Reckless, we remember the senior dance artists who have joined us over the years, including the masterful BAKARI IFASEGUN LINDSAY BaKari by Irina Popova I am always transfixed by BaKari’s dancing. Inside his powerful physicality, a fierce passion and clear commitment fuel every move he makes. He never fails to reveal a deep place in the human soul. It was an honour to present his stunning solo Ancestral Calling at Older & Reckles

CREATORS NOTES from videographer JANET ARONOFF on the collaborative creation of a new dance video featuring contemporary dance artist LEARIE MC NICOLLS for Older & Reckless: 20 Years of Age on Stage I was honoured to be asked to create a video with Learie for the Older & Reckless, 20th Anniversary. This dance video was a true creative collaboration between myself, Learie and my nephew Jared. Learie and I had danced together some 35 years ago, with Toronto Dance Theatre, so it

As we approach the 20th anniversary of Older & Reckless, we shine a light on the senior artists who we are honoured to feature in our celebrations, including the fearless JULIA SASSO Julia Sasso in ApHeart - photo by John Lauener Julia is an Older & Reckless veteran. Recognized as 'one of the foremost dance artists in the country' (The Dance Current), she has offered valuable support to many of the O&R performers as Outside Eye, assisting at tech and dress rehearsals. Julia h