EyeSoar
Presented by Jane Franklin Dance
Thursday, May 16
6:45pm - 7:30pm
Beatley Central Library
Under the Portico“Jane Franklin Dance mixes sound, video, and movement, often in refreshing and compelling ways that don’t lose sight of narrative.” Nanda Srikantaiah, Dance Metro DC
EyeSoar highlights the people drawn to the resources of Charles Beatley Central Library, a West End Alexandria public location. This area is heavy utilized, a public site drawing bike path and recreation users, footbridge traffic and individuals to the Central Library and the surrounding businesses.
Through movement and sound, this outdoor performance by Jane Franklin Dance brings awareness of the physical structure of the Beatley Central Library portico and surrounding green areas. A diverse collection of library users, who state their connection to the City of Alexandria and its resources are heard in brief audio interviews incorporated in the sound score.
Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
This free class is rooted in the classical teachings of Sri Dharma Mittra and builds upon the foundational sequence to gently explore new depths of practice. Like all Dharma Yoga, this advanced beginner-to-intermediate level sequence blends the physical discipline of hatha yoga with the meditative and introspective qualities of raja yoga, using posture (asana), breathwork (pranayama), and meditation to promote vitality, inner stillness, and radiant peace.
Students will be guided through Surya Namaskar (sun salutations) and a slightly more dynamic variation of Shiva Namaskar (held poses), with options offered throughout to support students of all levels. Expect a complete and balanced practice that may also include mantras, guided deep relaxation in savasana, and alternate-nostril breathing (nadi shodhana) to calm the nervous system.
This sequence remains accessible to all levels, including beginners. Modifications and the use of props are always encouraged to ensure a safe and supportive experience for every-body.
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