Monday, January 23, 2012

Upcoming: Catalyst, Dance Repertory Theatre at the University of Texas, March 23 -25



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University of Texas Department of Theatre and Dance



presentsCatalyst Dance Repertory Theatre at University of Texas

Catalyst


performed by the acclaimed ensemble Dance Repertory Theatre
March 23 and 24 at 8 p.m., March 24 and 25 at 2 p.m.

B. Iden Payne Theatre, Winship Drama Building, near 23rd and San Jacinto (click for map)

Admission: $20 for adults, $17 for faculty/staff, $15 for students with ID

Parking is available in the San Jacinto Garage on San Jacinto near Dean Keeton.


Catalyst brings unique and compelling dance works by nationally renowned choreographers to the stage. A highlight of the concert includes Israeli choreographer Ohad Naharin’s (Artistic Director of Batsheva Dance Company) sharp and humorous Minus 16. Breaking down barriers between performers and audience, Minus 16 captivates with dynamic movement and music, including traditional Israeli music, mambo, techno and Dean Martin.

Other work in Catalyst includes the world premiere of David Justin’s Oblivion's Ink, a contemporary ballet created to the music of Jazz trumpeter and composer Dave Douglas. Yacov' Sharir's Too & For explores corporeality in the physical realm as well as the virtual domain. And, Charles O. Anderson’s Rite, inspired by the writings of the late American science fiction writer Octavia Butler, captures the shifting social, economic and ecological climates of the 21st century.

atalyst
Event Description:

Be transformed by dance.

Performed by the acclaimed ensemble Dance Repertory Theatre, Catalyst brings unique and compelling dance works by nationally renowned choreographers to the stage. A highlight of the concert includes Israeli choreographer Ohad Naharin’s (Artistic Director of Batsheva Dance Company) sharp and humorous Minus 16. Breaking down barriers between performers and audience, Minus 16 captivates with dynamic movement and music, including traditional Israeli music, mambo, techno and Dean Martin.

Other work in Catalyst includes the world premiere of David Justin’s Oblivion's Ink, a contemporary ballet created to the music of Jazz trumpeter and composer Dave Douglas. Yacov's Sharir's Too & For explores corporeality in the physical realm as well as the virtual domain. And, Charles O. Anderson’s Rite, inspired by the writings of the late American science fiction writer Octavia Butler, captures the shifting social, economic and ecological climates of the 21st century.

Date: March 23 | 8:00 PM
Other Date(s): March 24 | 2:00 PM
March 24 | 8:00 PM
March 25 | 2:00 PM
Contact: Theatre and Dance Info Line
inquiry@uts.cc.utexas.edu
512-471-5793
Fees/Admission: Tickets: $20 for adults, $17 for faculty/staff, $15 for students with ID
Location: B. Iden Payne Theatre (WIN)
Directions: The Winship building is located on the East Mall circle near the intersection of San Jacinto and 23rd streets.
Parking: Parking available in the San Jacinto Garage on San Jacinto near Dean Keeton.

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