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Laurie M Taylor
Artistic Director, Choreographer
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Welcome! Please refrain from bringing food and/or drinks into the theatre during the performance. Thank you, and enjoy the show!
Content Warning
Please be aware that A Rose Blooms in Chaos contains explicit language within sound design which may be considered vulgar or offensive to some audiences.
Please note that the piece titled Ang3r in tonight's showcase contains simulated sexual assault. This piece is the first to be performed after intermission.
Audience discretion is advised.
Dance Deconstructed
This dynamic dance show features a diverse array of performances that explore themes of love, self-discovery, societal pressures, and transformation. From the rebellious romance of "A Rose Blooms in Chaos" to the introspective journey of "Ang3r," and the nostalgic memories in "On My Street," each piece offers a unique narrative, culminating in a vibrant celebration of individuality and collective experience.
UTA Department of Theatre Arts and Dance
presents
Dance Deconstructed
New Works by Faculty and Student Choreographers
Company Members
Gina Amador
Amarria Andrews
Ben Ashcraft
Gabe Beach
Ashlyn Beltran
Reginald Dunlap
Gracie Edet
Savannah Fennell
Natalie Gonzales
Jayla Greer
Julia Hall
Nicholas Harrison
Abigail Hill
Rizal Patagoc
Axel Patino
Erin Perez
Kyleigh Perry
Sylvia Schulte
Aldrin Smajli
Nathan Talamantez
Evie Thiebaud
Macy Thiebaud
Kalumbu Tshibangu
Holly Vo
Peyton Wilkinson
Company Member Bios
Crew
Stage Manager
Madelyn Vokes
Back Stage Crew
Allison Marshall
Lighting Board Op
Hayden Gilbert Grannan
Sound Board Op
Karra Paulson
Dance Numbers
“A Rose Blooms in Chaos”
“A Rose Blooms in Chaos” is all about pushing boundaries, not conforming to society, and finding love. A relationship that is not accepted by society leads us into an alternate reality, where they fight to be accepted together. Throughout the piece, the entire cast is on a journey to find true love with someone or within themself.
This piece contains sound design with explicit language.
Choreographers
Kyleigh Perry
Macy Thiebaud
Dancers
Natalie Gonzales
Ben Ashcraft
Evie Thiebaud
Gabriel Beach
Peyton Wilkinson
Alba “Gina” Almador
Nicholas Harrison
Holly Vo
Kalumbu Tshibangu
Aldrin Smajli
Reginald Dunlap
Axel Patino
Nathan Talamantez
Rizal Patagoc
Amarria Andrews
Sylvia Schulte
Music
"Rilke's Panther" by Uli Doenitz
"El Tango de Roxanne" from Moulin Rouge by Baz Luhrmann
Sound Design
Aldrin Smajli
“Adios”
The roads are long, they have been long; and yes, I said roads with an s. Everything ends for the Next to begin. I’ll always fly, run, walk, or crawl the roads. I’ll turn out to be who I am. Whatever happens, part of you goes with me...Adios.
Choreographer
Savannah Fennell
Dancer
Savannah Fennell
Music
"Adios" by Benjamin Clementine
Sound Design
Savannah Fennell
“On My Street”
For my siblings.
This is a Polaroid picture; a core memory of peace, community, and joy. I am sure you have one too. A memory tied to that familiar arcade smell, that shop in the mall, the streetlights leading to a friend’s front porch. A memory that you share with the ones you love, who helped raise you. Things look a little different now but so do we.
Welcome to the neighborhood block party of my childhood. Welcome to my streets.
Choreographer
Savannah Fennell
Dancers
Kalumbu Tshibangu
Sylvia Schulte
Jayla Greer
Music
"Us Again" by Pinar Toprak
Sound Design
Aldrin Smajli
“Terra Sky Princess”
Choreographer
Laurie M. Taylor
Dancer
Natalie Gonzales
Music
"Crepuscolo sul mare" by Piero Umiliani
[Intermission]
“Ang3r”
"Ang3r" is a commentary on the societal pressures of being male identifying. Highlighting the mental struggles and elevated standards we face day to day.
“We must not allow other people’s limited perceptions to define us.” - Virginia Satir
This piece contains simulated sexual assault.
Choreographer
Ben Ashcraft
Dancers
Macy Thiebaud
Kyleigh Perry
Nicholas Harrison
Gabriel Beach
Nate Talamantez
Rizal Patagoc
Natalie Gonzales
Gina Amador
Sylvia Schulte
Peyton Wilkinson
Music
J. R. Ashcraft
Sound Design
Aldrin Smajli
Intimacy Coordinator
Hailey Green
“The Human Experience”
A collaborative project that mixes movement exploration, literature and ensemble work. The work explores the idea of what it means to find your individuality various experiences that shape who you are.
"What we think we want- what the ego wants is far inferior to that which the soul can provide."
Choreographer
Claudia Orcasitas in collaboration with performers
Dancers
Ashlyn Beltran
Gracie Edet
Natalie Gonzales
Abigail Hill
Rizal Patagoc
Erin Perez
Sylvia Schulte
Aldrin Smajli
Nathan Talamantez
Kalumbu Tshbangu
Alba “Gina” Almador
Julia Hall
Music
"With Me" by Michael Wall
"I Grieve" by Peter Gabriel
"Exurgency" by Zoe Keating
“Fulcrum”
"Fulcrum", an exciting and playful work, explores the meaning of transformation and directional shifts through time and space. Set to an eclectic score, "Fulcrum" highlights the afro beat aesthetic of Fela Kuti and traditional bow instruments of Liberia, West Africa.
Choreographer
Laurie M. Taylor
Dancers
Macy Thiebaud
Gina Amador
Gabriel Beach
Peyton Wilkinson
Savannah Fennell
Axel Patino
Amarria Andrews
Kyleigh Perry
Jayla Greer
Music
"African Man" by Tony Allen
"Who’re You?" by Fela Kuti & The Africa 70
"Ancestral Recall" by Christian Scott aTunde Ajuah ft. Saul Williams
"Bassa Musical Bow" by Jon Wieh
"Teka" by Malumz on Decks & Mpho Wav
Sound Design
Darryl J. Hoffman
About the Department
The University of Texas at Arlington Department of Theatre Arts and Dance provides students with an extensive education in the theatrical profession. It is through broad practical experience and an equally extensive theoretical application of the art and craft of the stage that students learn the primary components that comprise the theatrical event. The application of these components, in a series of classroom and public performances, ensures a challenging educational environment for the theatre arts student.
Thank You
We would like to thank the following individuals for their donations to the UT Arlington Department of Theatre Arts and Dance:
Anonymous Scholarship Donor
Archibald Foundation Scholarship
Shalyn Clark & Al Clark
Ms. Jill Deramus
JoAnne Harris Endowed Scholarship for the Theatre Arts
Jeff Johnson
Timothy R. Morris
Dr. Charles S. Proctor Endowment
Will & Theresa Ross
Professors Emeritus Richard Slaughter & Nita Scheble Cox Endowed Scholarship for Theatre Arts
Audience Reminders
No food, drinks or smoking in the theatre.
Please turn off all electronic devices that light up or make sounds. Please do not text, take pictures or videos during the performance.
Keep the aisles clear and remain in your seats during the performance.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
Copyright Notice
The videotaping or making of electronic or other audio and/or visual recordings of this production and distributing recordings or streams in any medium, including the internet, is strictly prohibited, a violation of the author(s)’s rights and actionable under united states copyright law.
This measure is in place to protect the intellectual property rights of the creators and performers. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.