CriticalDance Forum

Chen Dance Center presents "newsteps," its semi-annual emerging choreographer's series. The January performances will show dances by Seneca Lawrence, Christina Coleman, Evelyn Chen, Matilda Sakamoto and Rashida Lyles, all selected through an open audition by a panel that included H.T. Chen, Walter Rutledge and Lance Westergard. Each young choreographer receives a stipend, free rehearsal space at the Chen Dance Center, and three public performances at the Center, located at 70 Mulberry St. in Chinatown. Performances are January 12, 13 & 14 at 7:30 PM. Tickets: $12. Reservations: 212.349.0126.