
The Old Dominion University Dance Theatre presents its fall concert Nov. 18-20, featuring the choreography of Jane Franklin, with faculty and students, in a program of contemporary work. Performances are scheduled for 8 p.m. Nov. 18 and 19 and 2 and 8 p.m. Nov. 20 at the University Theatre.
Franklin, known throughout the United States and Canada, has been performed at Dance Palace, Glen Echo Park and Mt. Vernon's In-Series in Washington, D.C. Her work has been commissioned by such companies as Dancers Workshop in Jackson Hole, Wyo., and Dance Place Moving Company and Karen & Alvin in Washington, D.C.
Franklin's "That Other Voice," a witty look at the dance rehearsal process, is featured in these performances.
The University Dance Theatre program also features the choreography of Beverly Cordova Duane, director of Second Wind Dance Company, Old Dominion's Kathryn Finney and visiting assistant professor in dance Kevin Magee. Student choreographers Heather Beasley, Robyn Webb, Jennifer Sauls and Whitney Twiford will be joined by choreographers Nikkia and Tamika Burks in presenting original works.
Duane's newly choreographed "Slave Dream," set to music by Ofra Haza, explores the depth of imagery and relationships that support and empower in times of trial. Finney's new work, "Underground Surfers," is an upbeat, fast-paced fusion of dance and musical forms with influences ranging from American jazz to Japanese Kodo drummers.
Magee reconstructs "Raga for High Bangs," an intricately organized, tongue-in-cheek look at life - and hair - from a unique San Antonian perspective.
Tickets are available at the door: $7 general admission, $5 for students. For more information call 683-4354 or 683-3002.