ADF Commission
Program: Two Ecstatic Themes by Doris Humphrey, J o i n by Aszure Barton, Scherzo by Jose Limón, The Quake That Held them All by Kayla Farrish
Running time: 86 minutes, includes one intermission

Limón Dance Company presents Scherzo, an energetic, athletic dance of four men and a drum tossed between them, a compelling exploration of rhythm and movement, and Two Ecstatic Themes, choreographed by Doris Humphrey. New commissions inspired by lost pieces include J o i n, choreographed by Aszure Barton, and The Quake That Held them All, choreographed by Kayla Farrish and commissioned by ADF. J o i n was inspired by José Limón’s description of Doris Humphrey’s lost piece, Orestes. Through intricate movement, virtuosic partnering, and innovative music, they reimagine Limón’s legacy while bridging eras of groundbreaking craftsmanship. The Quake That Held them All is inspired by Limón’s lost 1951 piece created during his residency in Mexico City, which was re-choreographed and renamed in 1952. It reflects on traditions, rituals, and the stories of communities rooted in radical care and expression.

Tickets: $40–$70
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