JULY 2008
Rulan began teaching a weekly class offered at sliding scale to Native youth of Santa Fe, at the Railyard Performance Space on Thursdays. All ages welcome, this class is attracting many children of the local art community. No child turned away for lack of funds, because Rulan believes that dance should be accessible to all.Meanwhile, Rulan's movement can be seen this month in collabrative projects with major video artists. STONE STORIES , created with Susanna Carlisle, is on view at the Linda Durham Art Gallery. Also, at the SITE Santa Fe Biennale, the Studio Azzaro presented a major video artwork including participation from community members as well as Rulan in motion. Stills and clips can be viewed at http://c1h2.net, under the installations titled:Catherine WheelHudson MorningFire WithinStone Stories IVStone Stories IICollars and CuffsRed Silk
Ms Tangen also taught movement workshop at IAIA for Gary Farmer's new theater studies class.In Los Angeles, Rulan was invited to attend a performance of Rafael Amargo's 'Tiempo Muerto'. This experimental flamenco dancer is excited about the possibility of collaborating with DANCING EARTH and presenting the work in Spain, France and New York.On location at Abiqui Lake, Rulan modelled for notable photographer Joe McNally for a instructional photo/video project he is developing.In the Bay Area, Rulan also attended the Tahiti Fete, supporting friends and relatives competing in the exciting dance championships