GERALD R. FORD AMPHITHEATER
Celebrating its 75th anniversary season, the Limón Dance Company makes its Festival debut this summer. A titan of American modern dance since its founding in 1946, the company is acclaimed for its dramatic expression, technical mastery, and expansive, yet nuanced movement. Repertory will include Limón’s Psalm, Doris Humphrey’s Air for the G String, and Limón’s legendary solo Chaconne which will be danced by New York City Ballet soloist, and 2022 Festival Artist-In-Residence, Roman Mejia, joined by acclaimed violinist Johnny Gandelsman.
Generously Underwritten by Priscilla Brewster.
PROGRAM:
The Waldstein Sonata
Music: Ludwig Van Beethoven, Piano Sonata no 21 in C Major, Opus 53 (1803-1804)
Choreography: José Limón, Daniel Lewis
Dancers: [Limón Dance Company] Joey Colmbus, MJ Edwards, Mariah Gravelin, Deepa Liegel, Nicholas Ruscica, Frances Lorraine Samson, Jessica Sgambelluri, Robert M Valdez, Jr.
Pianist: Cameron Grant
Chaconne
Music: J.S. Bach, Chaconne from Partitia #2 in D Minor for Unaccompanied Violin
Choreography: José Limón
Dancer: Roman Mejia
Air for the G String
Music: Johann Sebastian Bach, suite no. 3 in D Major, “Air”
Choreography: Doris Humphrey
Dancers: Mariah Gravelin, Deepa Liegel, Jessica Sgambelluri, Savannah Spratt, Lauren Twomley
Psalm
Music: Eugene Lester
Choreography: José Limón
Dancers: The Burden Bearer: Nicholas Ruscica; Expiatory Figures: Mariah Gravelin, Savannah Spratt, Lauren Twomley; Psalmists: The Company
Casting and repertory are subject to change.
Photo credit: Limón Dance Company performs A Choreographic Offering. Choreography by José Limón. Photo by Peter Cai.
Ticketing
PAVILION | $50 – $115
GENERAL ADMISSION LAWN | $29
MORE TICKETING INFORMATION:
- We are offering a number of ticket packages and offerings this year. View them HERE.
- Children 12 and under receive free admission on the lawn with the purchase of an adult ticket.
- Students and faculty may purchase discounted lawn tickets for $10 each (excludes Dance for $20.22 and performances at the Vilar Performing Arts Center).
- Ticket prices are subject to change. Price listed does not include service fees.
- Questions? Contact the Box Office at boxoffice@vvf.org or call 970.845.TIXS(8497)
Gates open one hour prior to showtime.