Created by choreographer Dwight Rhoden and dancer Desmond Richardson, Complexions Contemporary Ballet will perform two amazing programs at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. LA’s the Place will giveaway two tickets to our readers for this exciting performance, which runs April 11-13th. The pair of tickets are for Opening Night performance on April 11th. Simply subscribe and your name will be entered in our contest.
The April 11th performance (Program A) will feature the premiere of "Loose Change," a dramatic solo created for Richardson by actor Taye Diggs and Rhoden’s "Chapters," set to the timeless music of Marvin Gaye with songs like "What’s Going On" and "I Want You."
The April 12th & 13th performances (Program B) will feature ""Pretty Gritty Suite," an homage to the music of Nina Simone with soulful classics like "Feelin’ Good" and "I Put a Spell on You." This program also features Richardson in the graceful solo, "Lament and Bound" by guest choreographer Nicolo Forti.
All three performances will include Rhoden’s "Dear Frederic" set to Chopin and Moody Booty Blues. The April 11th & 12th shows begin at 7:30 p.m., with the April 13th show beginning at 2:00 p.m.
One hour prior to curtain, audience members of all three shows will have the opportunity to participate in a pre-performance discussion in the Grand Hall led by Jodie Gates, Founder/Artistic Director of the Laguna Dance Festival, Professor of Dance UC Irvine and former Rehearsal Director for Complexions.
For more information on Complexions Contemporary Ballet, go to www.musiccenter.org.
