A Study in Form: Asawa, Noguchi & Frankenthaler
About this Event
Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company (DTSBDC) triumphantly returns to the National Portrait Gallery with three visually arresting dances that celebrate iconic American artists Isamu Noguchi, Ruth Asawa, and Helen Frankenthaler.
The acclaimed dance company presents the world premiere of Light Against the Earth. This dance is a National Portrait Gallery commission. It is a tribute to sculptor Isamu Noguchi and is performed along side Drawing in Space an exploration of the world of sculptor Ruth Asawa. This unique program also includes Sudden Snow (2025) a dance inspired by the abstract expressionist, Helen Frankenthaler, whose canvasses were influenced by Asian calligraphy. All three dances are collaborations between Burgess and company DTSBDC Associate Director, Felipe Moltedo.
The Portrait Gallery strives to provide programs that are accessible to all visitors. If you have questions about the accessibility of this program, or if you would like to request real-time captioning (CART), sign language interpretation, or any other accommodations, please contact Vanessa Jones at [email protected]. Two weeks advance notice is appreciated for requesting accommodations.
For general inquires please contact Irina Rubenstein ([email protected]) or Calla Rhodes ([email protected])
Image Credit: Stefan Jennings Batista
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