Tuesday, October 20, ReComposed, at 7:30 p.m., Fine Arts Center Concert Hall, Chamber
$35, $30, $20; Five College, GCC and 17 & under $10
Doug Varone’s kinetically-thrilling dances explore the complexity of the human spirit. From the smallest gesture to full-throttle bursts of movement, Varone’s work can take your breath away. The program will feature ReComposed, a visual dance creation inspired by American abstract artist Joan Mitchell’s pastel drawings, set to Max Richter’s newly constructed version of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons. Doug Varone and his company have been hailed as “superb dancers…always worth seeing” by The New York Times.
Audience members are invited to stay for a post-performance talk with the company immediately following the performance.
Monday, October 19, Stripped (performance showcase stripped of costumes/lights)
7 p.m., Hampshire College Dance Studio
Hear from the choreographer himself as he reveals the creative process of dance. Acting as emcee, Varone offers an intimate glimpse into the construction of his works. Here, the dancers are dressed only in rehearsal clothes with simple work lighting, offering a behind-the-scenes look into how dance is created, and finishing with “stripped” performance excerpts from the company’s repertory. Tickets are limited and are available beginning Monday, September 14 by calling or visiting the box office, 413-545-2511.
$10; Five College Students: Free, GCC and 17 and under $5
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A disappointment. After seeing the brilliant Grupo Corpo perform at the FAC, we had to wonder why, with so many superb companies available, the FAC had to choose one as dated and cliched as Doug Varone. His solo piece was a monumental self-indulgence by someone well past his prime. Although the dancers were good, they are not among the top tier. We’d seen this all before – too many times – even his most recent piece.