Dixon Place Presents "Under Exposed"
Company:
ShaLeigh Dance Works
Featuring ShaLeigh Dance Works, Caitlin Cullen Dance, Copy That Dance & Emily Kessler.
ABOUT THIS SHOW
Initiated in the early 90s, this series focuses on emerging, up & coming contemporary choreographers who are refining/defining their distinctive styles. Curated by Doug Post.
The Dixon Place Lounge is open before and after the show, and you can bring your drink in the theater! Bar proceeds directly support DP’s artists and mission.
ShaLeigh Dance Works will present Dead Man's Walk, the opening section of the company’s newest evening-length work entitled I Promise. The premiere was received with a standing ovation on opening night while excerpts were already being described as “Rousing group work!” by Indy Week and launched the Company’s first NYC tour since landing in NC. Dance critic Byron Woods listed I Promise as one of "Five exceptional dances of 2017!"
The title of the work is a response to Martin Luther King’s iconic 1963 speech, “I Have a Dream.” I Promise is the sentiment of remembering to carry the dream forward. The physicality of I Promise is driven by the desire to rebel and fueled by Comerford’s vision to transform unspoken emotions into physical sensations. Although individuals momentarily emerge through solos, and relationships emerge through duets, the ensemble work dominates, revealing a tribal force pointing at humanity.
I Promise is choreographed by Artistic Director ShaLeigh Comerford in collaboration with the Company. Original compositions and covers are by Mike Wall at soundFORMovement.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
ShaLeigh Dance Works, under the artistic leadership of ShaLeigh Comerford, is an inclusive and diverse dance theatre company dedicated to creating socially conscious works. Since receiving a standing ovation at their NYC premiere, SDW quickly became recognized as an emerging company. Their success has taken them from performances and residencies in NYC to Germany, England, Israel and Japan. For more information, visit: www.shaleighdanceworks.com
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