Dance Theatre of Harlem at The Paramount Theatre
STG Presents Dance Theatre of Harlem at The Paramount Saturday, November 5, 2022.
Don't miss Sounds of Hazel, a new work co-commissioned by STG and inspired by the life of jazz musician and civil rights activist, Hazel Scott. The Trinidad-born Hazel Scott was an American jazz and classical pianist and singer.
PROGRAM:
Higher Ground (28 min)
Choreography: Robert Garland
Music: Stevie Wonder
Intermission (15 min)
Passage (20 min)
Choreography: Claudia Schreier
Original score: Jessie Montgomery
Intermission (15 min)
Sounds of Hazel (25 min)
Choreography: Tiffany Rea-Fisher
Featuring original music by Erica Blunt
Total: 103 min
ABOUT DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM:
Now a singular presence in the ballet world, the Dance Theatre of Harlem Company tours nationally and internationally, presenting a powerful vision for ballet in the 21st century. The 18-member, multi-ethnic company performs a forward-thinking repertoire that includes treasured classics, neoclassical works by George Balanchine and resident choreographer Robert Garland, as well as innovative contemporary works that use the language of ballet to celebrate Arthur Mitchell’s belief that ballet belongs to everyone. Through performances, community engagement and arts education, the Company carries forward Dance Theatre of Harlem’s message of empowerment through the arts for all.
