Parsons Dance will present two world premieres during its May 2017 engagement at the Joyce Theater in Chelsea.
DANIEL (2017), choreographed by Omar Román De Jesús, which “explores the youthful and uninhibited pursuit of joy,” was inspired by the choreographer’s work with dancers on the autism spectrum.*
UP END (2017), choreographed by Ephrat “Bounce” Asherie and company founder David Parsons, features a commissioned score by Marty Beller. UP END is Parson Dance’s first exploration of hip–hop and street dance. (Both choreographers will perform their dances with the company.)
Program A also includes audience favorite CAUGHT (1982), HAND DANCE, and SWING SHIFT (both 2003). Program B brings back SLEEP STUDY (1987), and IN THE END (2003). All by Parsons.
PARSONS DANCE, through May 28.
JOYCE THEATER, 175 Eighth Avenue, at 19th Street, New York City.
joyce.org/performances/parsons-dance
Daniel (2017), choreographed by Omar Roman De Jesus, in rehearsal.
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UpEnd (2017), choreographed by Ephrat Asherie and David Parsons.
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