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"Sounds of Sokolow"

Company:
Sokolow Theatre Dance Ensemble

The Sokolow Theatre Dance Ensemble, under the direction of Jim May, continues its "Sounds of Sokolow" series with a performance of Anna Sokolow's "Lyric Suite," music by Alban Berg.   The 1953 work established Anna Sokolow as a major modern dance choreographer with an original voice of her own.    Completing the program will be Sokolow's satirical "Evolution of Ragtime," performed to live piano music, and Jim May's duet "Empty Nest," set to music by David Lang. December 6-9 at the 14th Street Y, 344 East 14th Street.  
Related events will also be held at the Y:
Master classes, Monday-Friday, December 3-7, from 1 to 3 PM
Special Lecture/.Screening about Sokolow's career by Jim May, December 5, 7 PM
Performances for students, Wed & Thurs, Dec. 5 & 6 at 10:45 AM