Paul Taylor Dance Company

Please note: this performance is currently waitlist only.

The vigorous program showcases three contrasting works that explore the complexities of the human condition through Paul Taylor’s signature theatricality. It opens with the physically demanding dynamic geometry of Taylor’s “Brandenburgs” (Opus 88, 1988), an exuberant, gallant piece set to Johann Sebastian Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos Nos. 3 and 6.

Following “Brandenburgs” is a sensational new work by critically acclaimed choreographer Pam Tanowitz, “Messengers, Maidens and the End of Something Else,” danced to Franz Schubert’s haunting “Death and the Maiden,” with sets and costumes by visual artist Sarah Crowner.

In a somber shift, the evening concludes with the company premiere of resident choreographer Robert Battle’s “No Longer Silent” (2007). The piece’s mechanical, ritualistic movement is intensified with “Ogelala” (Ballettmysterium) Op. 53 by Erwin Schulhoff, a Jewish composer whose work was banned in Nazi Germany.

Content Warnings/Age Recommendations

This performance is recommended for ages 11 and older.

Themes

In Robert Battle’s “No Longer Silent,” they explore connections between the experiences of people from different cultures. This work is informed by deep respect, self-knowledge, and empathy. Have you ever noticed similarities between your personal experience and someone else’s? How do you think that respect, self-knowledge and/or empathy can help you to connect with someone else?

Accessibility

Many performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating, assistive listening, sensory ear plugs, ASL interpretation, open captioning, or audio description, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you!

Transportation

If you do not have access to a ride, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days’ notice to set up transportation.

Childcare

Childcare is available for this performance. Please let us know if you need childcare when you make your reservation.