The Present Tense Dance Company and Drumcliffe Irish Arts present a Halloween Dance Celebration
When the Souls Rise
& Other Works
Present Tense Dance, composer Ward Hartenstein, and Drumcliffe Irish Arts present the phantasmagoric Halloween dance and theater piece, When the Souls Rise. This celebratory tale is a collaborative work by Anne Harris Wilcox, Artistic Director of Present Tense Dance Company, teaching artist and musician, Ward Hartenstein, and poet Adam Wilcox. In addition, the concert will premier the latest work by Drumcliffe Irish Arts Director, Edward J. Murphy, honoring his mother.
WHEN: Saturday, October 18, 7:30 pm and Sunday, October 19, 2:00 pm
WHERE: School of the Arts, 45 Prince Street, Rochester, NY
TICKETS: Presale: $10 Adults, $8 children (12 and under) at Wegmans and Parkleigh
$12/$10 at the door
CONTACT: Anne Harris Wilcox, 461-8389, annehw@rochester.rr.com
When the Souls Rise celebrates the mysterious and haunting nature of Halloween without the ghoulishness often associated with the holiday. This original production provides a fantastic occasion for children and adults to enjoy the unearthly and mysterious spirit of Halloween. When the Souls Rise celebrates the Halloween holiday from the souls’ perspective. Through dance, music, and drama, the stories of the souls are revealed and celebrated in this lively and enchanting tale.
Other Works in this program include three pieces from the Present Tense and Drumcliffe Irish Arts repertory. Wilcox’s latest work, Western River Expedition, with original musical score by Ward Hartenstein, will open the second part of the program, followed by Edward J. Murphy’s beautiful new work dedicated to his mother who passed away this year. The concert will conclude with Murphy’s hilarious and romping piece, Halloween, which reflects America’s passion for the holiday as it has developed from its Celtic roots.
The evening of dance will be performed by Present Tense Dancers: Bridget Bell-Harris, Donna Damelio-Brett, Joe Drummond, Edward J. Murphy, Kimberly Ryan, Katie Schwartz, Ellen Tomer, Kate Walders, and Cadence Whittier. Featured Drumcliffe Irish Arts dancers are: Edward J. Murphy, Annelise Rigsbee, and Nick Schwasman.