Kanopy Dance: Sunlight for Shorter Days

Directed by Lisa Thurrell and Robert Cleary

A program of sunlight for shorter days, in six works:

· Lisa Thurrell’s “Yggdrasil,” a romantic take on the Norse “Tree of Life”;

· Yuko Sakata's "If, on the other hand," set to Arvo Pärt's “Fratres”;

· Kerry Parker’s “Sofia” inspired by the mystic Sofia’s ‘shining light’;

· Juan Carlos Diaz Velez’ “…de planta, punta y tacón,” a blend of modern and flamenco;

·"The Dove" by guest artist Sandra Kaufmann

· Special treat: Kanopy will dance an excerpt from Martha Graham’s iconic “Appalachian Spring,” a distinctly American dance of grace and expansive hope.

Produced by Kanopy Dance Company at Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State St, Madison

Performances: February 8-10, 2013

Performance Times: Friday, February 8, at 7:30 pm; Saturday, February 9, at 7:00 and 9:00 pm; and Sunday, February 10, at 2:30 pm.
Kanopy will also offer two special pre-show opportunities:

--Master class led by Kanopy's Lisa Thurrell. 4:30-5:30 pm, Promenade Hall,preceding Saturday night's performance. Modern dance class geared toward intermediate/advanced teens and adults. The cost is $20. Register online: www.kanopydance.org.
--A free pre-show discussion 6:30-7:00 pm, Sat., Feb 9, led by guest artists & Kanopy Dirs.

Ticket Prices: $24/general admission, $14/students, children

Call 608-255-2211 for reservations or more information.