Doug Varone & Dancers
Alchemy and other repertory
Doug Varone & Dancers return to the Center with a program that pairs lyrical and lush movement with the music of contemporary masters: Rise, a work set to music by John Adams and Varone's newest work, Alchemy, and well as another piece to be announced.
Alchemy takes inspiration from Steve Reich's Daniel Variations, a score that juxtaposes text from the biblical book of Daniel and the words of Daniel Pearl, the American Jewish reporter kidnapped and murdered by Islamic extremists in Pakistan in 2002. The music pays homage to all victims who, in the face of violence and cruelty, courageously reveal the dignity and beauty of humanity. As Daniel Pearl’s widow Marianne writes, “In the end, you can only oppose them with the strength they think they have taken away from you.”
This performance is part of Daniel Pearl World Music Days.
$37/ 9 Students
Friday, February 05, 2010
8:00 pm - Ina and Jack Kay Theatre
$37/ 9 Students
Saturday, February 06, 2010
8:00 pm - Ina and Jack Kay Theatre
You can also learn more about the dances and their creators at the Michelle Smith Performing Arts Library's website.
Free Shows: Unless otherwise noted, seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Priced Shows: For tickets please call 301-405-ARTS or click here to order online. (Web sales end two hours prior to a performance.)
