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New work by Akron’s own Amy Miller and Artistic Director David Shimotakahara on stage at the Akron-Summit County Public Library
GroundWorks DanceTheater returns to its roots during its 2017 Fall Dance Series featuring two world premiere works by Founding Artistic Director David Shimotakahara and founding company member Amy Miller, as well as the reprisal of an audience favorite paying homage to one of jazz’s greats.
Featured Guest Artist Amy Miller, a founding member of GroundWorks, will present her 12th original piece for the company. Past works include Way Leads to Way (2013), Current Frame (2012), and Running to Earth (2011) and Valence (2009), a collaboration with Oberlin College Professor & Composer Peter Swendsen. Miller currently serves as Associate Artistic Director & Senior Company Director at Gibney Dance in New York.
Artistic Director David Shimotakahara will debut his 40th new work for the company, referencing the American Gothic genre as well as imagery and narrative from traditional American folk culture.
GroundWorks is also delighted to bring back one of the company’s signature works, ... view more »
ADMISSION INFO
Tickets:
Preferred seating – $30
General Admission – $25
Children under 18 and Students – $10
University of Akron Students FREE with valid ID (available night of show only)
Phone: 216-751-0088
Email: beth@groundworksdance.org
Website: http://groundworksdance.org/portfolio-items/akron-public-library-2017/?p...
LOCATION
60 S. High Street, Akron, OH 44326
PARKING INFO
Convenient Parking for Main Library includes:
:: High & Market Deck (across from the Akron Art Museum and connects to the library)
:: Super Block Garage
:: Cascade Parking Garage
:: John S. Knight Center Parking