From Chicago to Hannover: An Intimate and High-Energy Studio Showcase

Join us for an up-close, informal, raw benefit performance supporting Neocortex Dance Theatre Company’s (NDTC) journey to Germany. Get an exclusive preview of the show, States of Mind, heading to Hannover, stripped of traditional theater boundaries and experienced right inside the studio. This special fundraising event features a multidisciplinary program of contemporary-modern dance, live piano, captivating illusions and magic, and a post-show artist talk.

​Driven by an original live piano score by composer Frank J. Glab, NDTC’s high-octane choreographic work dives deep into mental health advocacy—exploring the internal spectrums of bipolar disorder, emotional numbing, and human vulnerability.

​Bringing a distinct and powerful dimension to the program, The Great Frankini presents a standalone performance of striking illusions, mysteries, and magic. This captivating act mirrors the evening's deeper concepts, unpacking the tension between perception and reality, what we mask, and what we choose to reveal.
The show is approximately 1 hour-1 hour and 15 minutes.
To protect the studio’s dance floors, only water is allowed and it is a shoe-free event–cozy socks encouraged!
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Performance pieces will include:
-Switching (The Oscillation of Polarity)
-Lophiiformes
-Up Again, Down Again, Up Again—Excerpts
-Scgatten im Nebel: Escalating Detachment — 600-900 Milligrams -PREMIERE
-Verblassende Fäden—Longing For Touch PREMIERE
-Scgatten im Nebel: Escalating Detachment — 600-900 Milligrams -PREMIERE
(Improvisation)
-Das war nicht was ich erwartet hatte/That wasn't what I expected (Improvisation)
-The Great Frankini's Delightful Deceptions

​Come witness these powerful, distinct elements in their most visceral, intimate form before the company hits the international stage for Ocean Between's 9th Annual International Symposium: Migrating The Color Fields.

No curtains, no wings, no stage lights—just pure raw movement, live music, and up-close magic.
Performers: Juan Enrique Roque Irizarry Jr., Francisco Melendez, Derek Quesada, Timothy Tsang, Frank J. Glab (The Great Frankini)
Orginal composed music by: Frank J. Glab and Allen Russell, along with other artists used.

Donation-Based Entry | Limited Seating | Pay What You Can

Your generous donation directly funds our upcoming company travel and expenses.
Please note that Eventbrite fees will be deducted from your donation amount.

Cash Donations are welcomed at the door, but does not guarantee seating.
Can't Come: You can still donate here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-ndtc-bring-dance-advocacy-to-germany

DISCLAIMER

​Neocortex Dance Theatre Company (NDTC) is not a licensed medical organization or personnel and will not be held responsible or liable for your engagement, treatments, activators, or actions. The information and resources Neocortex Dance Theatre Company provides on this website, page, and our social media platforms, performances, rehearsals, artist’s talks, lectures, presentations, workshops, residencies, or classes are not medical, personal, or legal advice, diagnosis, or treatments, and should only be used for educational purposes. Always consult a licensed medical professional for medical advice.​

ACTIVATOR WARNING

This show will contain themes and discussions about mental health, bipolar disorder, depression, emotional numbing, and trauma.
Neocortex Dance Theatre Company (NDTC) explores complex themes about mental health and identity (including themes of suicide, non-suicidal self-injury, abuse, mental illness symptoms, and more). The material and choreographic works may be traumatizing for adult or children audiences. If you are unsure about the content, please reach out to us for further details at [email protected].
*Photo Credit: Michelle Reid

*Poster Credits: Francisco Melendez