Tomorrow afternoon (Sunday, Nov. 9), the Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble’s will present its final presentation of the production of “Katherine Dunham…She Lives!”
As the title suggests, the dance concert is a celebration of the extraordinary life and work of Katherine Dunham, the legendary dancer, choreographer, anthropologist and human rights activist.
The performances at the Missouri History Museum coincide with the opening of the museum’s new special exhibition, “Katherine Dunham: Beyond the Dance” Which opened last weekend.
“Katherine Dunham…She Lives!” will feature dances originally choreographed by Dunham: “Choros”, “Barrel House Blues” and “Ragtime”. Other pieces are inspired by Dunham’s legendary dance technique, including “Escapades”, which was originally created by Alvin Ailey.
The Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble is an international, cross-cultural, dance-arts and educational institution rooted in African American traditions, and dedicated to excellence in providing instruction, performances and community programs, for intergenerational students, artists and audiences.
Katherine Dunham…She Lives!” will take place on Sunday, November 9, 2008, 3:00 p.m. at the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park (Lindell and DeBaliviere). For more information, visit www.mohistory.org or call (314) 746-4599.
