Francesca Todesco (above) is offering a series of classes focusing on the technique and repertory of Isadora Duncan, to be held on Fridays from 1:00-3:00 PM at 12 Saint Marks Place, on Manhattan's Lower East Side. The classes will run from September 20th thru December 20th, 2019. Details below:
Francesca's dedication to the Duncan legacy - both as a dancer and teacher - makes her an invaluable spokeswoman in all matters Isadora. Francesca recently attended the Isadora Duncan International Symposium in London - an event held every other year in a different city - where an international gathering of performers, instructors, and writers meet to celebrate and honor the Mother of Modern Dance.
Francesca Todesco epitomizes the enduring grace and power of the Duncan style, which has been handed down from generation to generation; she studied here in New York with Catherine Gallant and Loretta Thomas. Thru her classes, Francesca continues the tradition.
Isadora Duncan is one of the most fascinating women of all time. I read her biography once a year, and have found that my interest in her took on a personal resonance when I realized that I am related on my mother's side to one of Isadora's pianists - and lovers: Walter Morse Rummel. Their story is but one of so many intriguing episodes in the life of this spellbinding woman.
~ Oberon