Led by Paul Taylor, the reigning master of modern dance, this magnificent troupe makes spirits soar. The San Francisco Examiner proclaimed, “Paul Taylor is without question the greatest living American choreographer.” His works are known for their emotional depth, dazzling physicality, social reverence, humor, superb musicality, and a rare sense of beauty. His dancers are brilliant and his choreography offers unending surprises. “One of the most exciting, innovative and delightful dance companies in the entire world,” says The New York Times. Funded in part by the Expeditions program of the New England Foundation for the Arts, made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts Regional Touring Program and the American Masterpieces initiative, with additional support from the six New England state arts agencies.
Thursday, November 13
Concert Hall 7:30 pm
$40, $30, $15; Five College Students and Youth 17 and under $15
Loved it. More of the same caliber!!! And more classical music, please, not television type multi-media entertainment. Thanks. Carol
I was just overwhelmed by the beauty, grace, and emotion the Paul Taylor dancers showed in wonderfully inventive and moving choreography. The sets we also just magnificent. Their 3 rather long dances that led to a very full and delightful evening.
Certainly was one of the most uplifting and fascinating dance concerts I have seen. The repertoire chosen was very special and will join the list of some of my favorite choreographies. The dancers were commited and superb. The Reviews cited above capture my sentiments as well! Thank-you FAC for bringing the company to the area.
Okay I work here but I thought the performance was outstanding. And I’m really, really picky. I particularly liked the final piece ‘Le Sacre du Printemps.” It was so surreal. The energy was palpable and the ensemble work was spot on.
I left the performance wanting more. Having to physically get up out of my seat, put my coat on and proceed out along with the crowd was a shock to my system. I got completely involved with the imaginative choreographed choices, so highly skilled in the dancers, individually as well as how they moved together like a flock of birds…weaving in and out of each other.. that it took a while to return to the mundane task of finding where I may have parked my Jeep. As a painter, I have new visual ideas with which to play around, such as what I can now do with color re: the rhythmic choices I witnessed.
Actually, I thought it was bland, boring and outdated. I was very disappointed in the performance; we actually left early and felt relieved to do so.
I love the first 2 pieces but the last one is more like drama than dancing. i didn’t like it
Personally, loved the performance. The first piece was a wonderful demonstration of company’s technical skills. It was also an excellent choice for the morning performance. Not so with the final piece. My five year olds are still discussing the stolen baby and the knives. A very poor choice for school children.
I loved the show. The last piece was wonderfully inventive but dragged a bit and could have been shortened. Otherwise, I really like the casting and the selections.
I really enjoyed myself at this performance. The second of the three was a bit bland for my tastes, but I assume this is because I wasn’t around with this sort of choreography was all the rage. All around beauty and grace from the company’s amazingly talented movers. I think it is sad that people would walk out from the performance, personally.
I was awed. I’ve never seen anything like it! SUCH FUN!
Not only did I really enjoy,but 30 0ther people on the Longmeadow Express loved it also….most of them are looking forward to seeing Alvin Ailey in the spring….keep up the great programming. Thanks.