Each night the audience will choose which member of an ensemble cast will face Death and who will play the people, things, and morals of which their life (was) comprised. These themes are explored in this modern adaptation of the 15th century morality play. Electrifying works explore the connection between emotion and physiology, as well as the agency we give ourselves – and others give us – to feel happiness and pleasure.Įverybody, Dec. The recently formed Jayhawk Tap Company is also featured in the concert. The Kansas City-based composer, choreographer, and educator has had his works produced around the country and has danced professionally with Milwaukee Ballet, Sacramento Ballet, and Eugene Ballet, among others. Guest choreographer Kristopher Estes-Brown, the founder and artistic director of Concept Zero, presents a new contemporary work. 11-13 Faculty choreographers James Moreno, Ashley Brittingham, and Maya Tillman-Rayton, together with select student dancers, show their communal love for ballet, modern/contemporary, and hip-hop. University Dance Company Fall Concert, Nov. This breezy comedy of romance and hijinks asks, “what compels us to hide our true self” and “to what lengths will we go to satisfy desire?” Adapted from Lope de Vega's play La Prueba de los Ingenios, The Labyrinth of Desire’s sharp dialogue and timeless themes mixes cloak and dagger comedy alongside contemporary drama to question the power of love and transformation. Florela goes undercover, befriending Laura and falling in love with her too. When Florela’s fiancé Alejandro joins the pursuit, Florela pursues him. 14-22 Masquerading suitors pursue Laura for her beauty, her wit, and her dowry. 14-22įeaturing guest choreographer Kristopher Estes-BrownĬo-directed by Jane Barnette and James MorenoĬabaret, book by Joe Masteroff, based on the play by John Van Druten and stories by Christopher Isherwood, music by John Kander, and lyrics by Fred Ebbĭirected by Markus Potter, choreographed by Michelle Heffner Hayes Those prices will be listed on the livestreaming page and may vary from in-person prices. When the Department is contractually allowed, performances will be livestreamed. Contact Jim Dick, Managing Director, at 78. and Judy L Wright Student Ticket Endowment is a resource for KU and Haskell students needing assistance attending shows. KU Theatre & Dance offers discounted tickets for KU faculty, staff, students, and retirees, as well as group discounts. Individual and season tickets are available for purchase online at, by calling 78, or in person at the box office in Murphy Hall, Monday-Friday noon to 5pm. With an intimate staging by Artistic Director/Assistant Professor Markus Potter with choreography by Professor Michelle Heffner Hayes and Music Direction by Ryan McCall, the award-winning classic Cabaret serves as the season finale. Text and movement collide in Love and Information, an innovative and dynamic production of a 2012 play by Caryl Churchill, co-directed by KU Associate Professors Jane Barnette and James Moreno. Spring brings two productions that leverage the collaboration of both the University Dance Company and the University Theatre. The University Dance Company Fall Concert showcases the work of guest choreographer Kristopher Estes-Brown of Kansas City as well as works by faculty members and the recently formed Jayhawk Tap Company. This fall features two contemporary adaptations of classical European theatre: The Labyrinth of Desire, a cloak-and-dagger romance adapted by playwright Caridad Svich from a 17th-century Spanish classic by Lope De Vega, guest directed by Paris Crayton III and Everybody, adapted by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins from the classic morality play Everyman into a dark comedy on the topic of death, directed by PhD Candidate Timmia Hearn DeRoy. “The support of our audience helps students develop the skills necessary to succeed in the performing arts, while gaining the confidence to advocate for positive change in the future.” Henry Bial, Professor and Chair of the Department. "Our team of students, faculty, staff, and special guest artists is committed to giving our community performances that inspire and entertain, whether new works or reimagined classics,” said Dr. This year, the University Theatre and University Dance Company, the two production wings inside of the Department, are preparing for five in-person productions. The Department of Theatre & Dance at the University of Kansas announces its 2022-23 season, which offers lightness, love, and plenty of action. Stories and Movement Exploring Love and Humanity
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