dre.dance & Wichita State University present
beyond.words
In a collaborative version between dre.dance and Wichita State University's dance students (and faculty), we proudly offer a first look at this piece, September 20, 2008, on the WSU campus.
beyond.words is a world premiere work that dives into the world of autism with both wonder and
sympathy. With movement that combines dre.dance's powerful choreography and interpretive actions gleaned from 'typical spectrum
behavior', we passionately attempt to give voice to these multi-sensory individuals. Inspired by first person
accounts of people on 'the spectrum',
beyond.words challenges common conceptions that the 'afflicted' want and need to be cured, and hopes to
shed light on the beauty and spirit of these 'inherently gentle, exquisitely sensitive' (Stillman) beings.
beyond.words has been created through generous residencies at Wichita State University, Joyce SoHo and next, TriBeCa Performing Arts Center where the piece will premiere in April '09 before being toured around the world! We're so excited to bring this work to you and to engage in a dialogue that we know will bring still-needed awareness.
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Taye, Andrew and dre.dance board member
Mary Lee Miller featured in Dance Teacher Magazine
Look for Taye and Mary Lee in this month's Dance Teacher Magazine in a story about influential teachers and mentors.
Also, Andrew is a panelist on the do's and don't's of auditioning.
In October's issue, Andrew, Taye and the company are highlighted in a 3 page feature. Pick 'em up!!
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