DIXIT DOMINUS AND CANTOS with Danceworks Performance MKE

Name: DIXIT DOMINUS AND CANTOS with Danceworks Performance MKE
Start: 2024-05-18T19:30:00-05:00
End: 2024-05-18T20:30:00-05:00
Location: Calvary Presbyterian - The Big Red Church

Schedule

Sat May 18 2024 at 07:30 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Calvary Presbyterian - The Big Red Church | Milwaukee, WI

Featuring world premiere choreography by Christal Wagner and Maria Gillespie
Joining forces, Danceworks Performance MKE and APERI ANIMAM embark on a rhythmic journey with Handel’s passionate setting of “Dixit Dominus”. At just 22 years old, Handel composed this master work in 1707 during his time in Italy. Audiences can expect a more flamboyant approach as this work is full of intricate vocal lines intertwined with rhythmic energy. With its dynamic interplay between soloists and choir, “Dixit Dominus” exudes a sense of dramatic fervor that reflects Handel’s profound ability to evoke both grandeur and intimacy while amplifying the sentiments of the war between heaven and hell.
In juxtaposition to Handel’s baroque style, this concert features a world premiere by choreographer Maria Gillespie, that carefully pairs sophisticated repertoire with her authentically raw movement aesthetic, highlighting secular works in the polyphonic style.
Advance ticket purchase is recommended via the Danceworks ticketing website linked on the "Find Tickets" button.