Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
February 5th, 2007 Posted in Dance, Cultural District
“Gnawa” photo: © Todd Rosenberg
The celebrated dancers of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will present four dynamic pieces as part of the Pittsburgh Dance Council series on Saturday, February 10, 8 p.m., at the Byham Theater.
Lickety-Split, choreographed by Alejandro Cerrudo, explores the sensual relationships of three couples. From All Sides is choreographed by Jorma Elo and is set to a world-premiere score of the same name by Mark-Anthony Turnage. Strokes Through the Tail, choreographed by Marguerite Donlon uses the dancers to personify the notes on the page set to the virtuosic music of Mozart. Gnawa, choreographed by Nacho Duato, is set to Spanish and North African sounds and percussion to capture the spirituality and organic rhythms of the Mediterranean.
Founded in Chicago, the Company began modestly in 1977 as an ensemble of four women under the direction of dancer/choreographer Lou Conte. In August of 2000, Conte retired allowing Jim Vincent to assume the title of artistic director. Vincent’s extensive career as an esteemed dancer, teacher, ballet master and choreographer includes a 12-year tenure with Jirí Kylían’s Nederlands Dans Theater, and a 4-year duration with the Nacho Duato Compañia Nacional de Danza in Spain where he served as assistant artistic director.
Tickets: $19-$40; www.pgharts.org or (412) 456-6666