Orchesis Dance Company will present “Orchesis 21\/22” with 12 dancers performing seven pieces created by students, faculty, and a guest choreographer.<\/p>\n
Artistic director Rashana Perks Smith collaborated with dancers to create \u201cHolding Pattern,\u201d addressing what we hold onto and what we put on hold during times of uncertainty. Guest choreographer Maree ReMalia created a new piece with students based on their interests and sense of community.<\/p>\n
The show\u2019s remaining pieces, all choreographed by Ohio Wesleyan dance students, explore a variety of themes.
\nSenior Anne Raspe presents her senior dance project. She examines her life as a dancer and how dance is represented to others outside the field.
\nSenior Ellie Bearss reflects on entrances and exits both metaphorically and literally.
\nJunior Alex Dolph explores a duet influenced by the work of David Lynch.
\nJunior Kayla Rush develops leading and following into meticulously considered formations.
\nSophomore Ali Dix\u2019s frames her piece with prop work and a trio of dancers representing visual art.<\/p>\n
Reserve your tickets and then pay at the door. Tickets are free for OWU students\/faculty\/staff with valid university IDs. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $5 for senior citizens and non-OWU students with valid student IDs.<\/p>\n
Tickets will be limited to 150 per performance to allow for social distancing. Patrons are strongly encouraged to visit owu.edu\/orchesis<\/a> for the details and reservation information.<\/p>\n