Creative Performances Commissions 10 Choreographers to Stand by Women’s Bodily Autonomy
Company:
Creative Performances
Choreographing PROTEST in ‘OUR BODIES! A Protest in Dance!’
Creative Performances protests the reversal of Roe and emphasizes the importance of
Women's Bodily Autonomy
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 5 p.m. and at 7 p.m. Two unique programs
Where: 14Y Theater, 344 East 14th Street (14th Street & 1st Ave) New York, NY 10003
What: In a bold and impassioned move, Creative Performances commissioned 10 visionary choreographers to use their artistry and movement to take a stand on one of the most pressing social issues of our time: Women’s Bodily Autonomy. The result is a collection of stunning dance works that eloquently and powerfully advocate for Reproductive Justice and access to Safe and Legal Abortion.
In the wake of the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe, producer Sangeeta Yesley has challenged the emerging and established choreographers to use the powerful medium of dance to capture the profound impact and convey the weight and complexity of this decision. These choreographers have woven together a tapestry of movement and meaning that will leave audiences moved and inspired, and reminds us of the transformative power of art to ignite change!
Featured Choreographers & Dance Companies:
** 5 p.m. Show: Program A - Duration 45 min
Alli Bradley; Anthony Alterio; Beth Jucovy/ Dance Visions NY; Erica Isakower /Chutzpah Dance;
Sara Pizzi & Aika Takeshima/sarAika movement collective.
** 7:30 p.m. Show: Program B - Duration 45 min
Darrigan DeMattos/ Unspoken Dance; Jennifer Roit/ Armada Dance; Kayla Yee; Rainy Demerson; Vanessa Martínez de Baños & Ashley Carter/ DoubleTake Dance.
Event & Ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/542970257657
Media: Sangeeta Yesley
Tel: 212-518-8508
Email: creativeperformances.nyc@gmail.com
Supporting: Planned Parenthood of Greater New York!
About Creative Performances
Creative Performances is a non-profit arts organization providing opportunities for dancers of all genres to help them showcase their work in New York City. In addition, Creative Performances aims to foster appreciation through interdisciplinary dance projects that address important topics, including the betterment of society.
About the 14Y Theater
The 14Y Theater’s mission focuses on social awareness and change through big picture narrative. Inspired by works that welcome artists of all backgrounds, we place artists as the heart of our community and seek to create an inclusive cultural experience for all. Learn more at 14StreetY.org/Theater.
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