My first contact with Pina Bausch’s choreography was at BAM when I saw Danzón. At the time, I did not care for her style of dance. I found it too silly and not serious enough. It was too theatrical, I thought. I did not attend another performance of her dance company until “… como el musguito…
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The Source
I attended 21c Liederabend last year at BAM and was intrigued by the arias presented from The Source which was commissioned by Beth Morrison Projects. When I saw the entire opera was being staged at BAM’s Fisher Theater, I knew it was going to be a memorable experience, and I was right. The use of the black box space was…
L.A. Dance Project
I first saw L.A. Dance Project at Montclair State University’s ambitious Peak Performances series. What drew me to them at that time was the music by composers I admire, plus the restaging of Merce Cunningham’s dance, Winterbranch. I was delighted by the dancers’ skill and the varied choreography of that evening. When I saw that they were…
Shakespeare’s Sonnets
I go to a Robert Wilson performance for all the usual reasons: lighting, costuming, his signature movements and gestures, his signature sounds and vocalizations. Therefore, I was not at all disappointed. I was thrilled to see this production. There were moments that I particularly enjoyed: When it was the aged, vain Queen Elizabeth who recited,…
Alan Smithee Directed This Play: Triple Feature
I am a fan of Big Dance Theater’s work and last night’s performance at BAM was no exception. I am fascinated by the intersection of dance, theater and music. I especially enjoy the repeating gestures and movements of the choreography, and the way the spoken word, song, movement and characterization is completely woven together. The costuming…
Abacus
I could not remember what Abacus was about because I see so many shows and I sometimes forget what inspired me to choose them. Therefore, I walked in to the show at BAM’s Fisher Building having no idea what was about to unfold. I am glad for that because this show really made me see the world…
Alarm Will Sound
I was sorry to see the house not completely full at BAM for the Friday 9/12 performance by Alarm Will Sound. The whole program (music by John Adams) was fantastic. These musicians are supremely talented and a real thrill to hear live. (I first heard them at the thrilling close to the 2012 River to…
The Philip Glass Ensemble & Steve Reich and Musicians
I wish I could have attended every single Glass/Reich performance. I could only attend September 10, and it was thrilling to be able to hear both composers and their respective ensembles in one concert. I love that they each played with each other. I will never forget this electric and historic event. Thank you to…
The Old Woman
I came to see The Old Woman last night because it was a Robert Wilson piece. His staging, lighting, movement and sound worlds completely resonate with me, and I think both performers did a fantastic job of bringing Wilson’s vision to life. I was mesmerized. I did have a very interesting experience, however, in terms of…
Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet
Last night I attended Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet’s 10th Anniversary Celebration performance at BAM. I thought the dancers were technically terrific and I really enjoyed the program. I was not crazy about how the cage panels were built (for the set design) because they seemed wobbly sometimes — however I like how they were used….
Lyon Opera Ballet: ni fleurs, ni ford-mustang
I attended Lyon Opera Ballet’s ni fleurs, ni ford-mustang last night at BAM and I felt sorry for the dancers when the curtain call came. It was obvious to me when I watched them move during the performance that they were talented. I may be in the minority, but I was intrigued by the slow,…
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