Dance Concert Explores Music & Culture of the Americas

February 2011

Read a preview article in annarbor.com about this exciting concert and a new work, "The Summit," by guest choreographer Dianne McIntyre. Dancing America is scheduled for this Thursday, February 3, 7:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday, February 4 and 5, 8:00 p.m., Sunday, February 6, 2:00 p.m., Power Center for the Performing Arts

The University Dance Company’s 2011 concert celebrates the intertwining of music and culture throughout the Americas. Acclaimed dance artist Dianne McIntyre creates a new work entitled Diddley Daze, based on the music of Bo Diddley. Sandra Torijano premieres a dance that examines the deep, shared spirit underlying Latin America’s rich dance and music cultures. First in Flight by Melissa Beck explores our love affair with being airborne. The dance is set to original poems performed live by collaborator Emily XYZ. Closing out the evening will be a “MinEvent” featuring a work by Merce Cunningham. Tickets available at the League Ticket Office 734-764-2538