DSO X Troupe Vertigo After-Party
Catch a pop-up performance with new choreography by Sebastian Garcia & Erin Vonder Haar.
Catch a pop-up performance with new choreography by Sebastian Garcia & Erin Vonder Haar.
Catch Joshua L. Peugh’s award-winning CRITICS OF THE MORNING SONG. Performance time TBD.
Catch Joshua L. Peugh’s 2016 work Coyotes Tip-Toe.
Newport Contemporary Ballet presents the Newport Dance Festival on its festival stage at 7:30pm on the lawn of the Great Friends Meeting House, 21 Farewell St. in Newport, RI. Each evening the performance will feature a unique lineup of dances drawn on the talent, artistry, and unique styles of the festival’s five visiting dance companies, and Newport’s resident Newport Contemporary Ballet.
Patrons are encouraged to arrive early. Guests are invited to bring their own picnic, blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy world class dance in an outdoor, social setting.
See a world premiere created by award-winning choreographer Joshua L. Peugh and iconic dances from our repertory performed by 14 professional and pre-professional dancers hand-selected from around the country for DCCDUSA's Arts Lab Desert Peaks 2024 immersive program.
This informal showing is FREE and open to the public.
Viewer discretion is advised. This performance contains elements that reference:
Violence and Gunplay
Racial and Cultural Themes
Mature Themes
Intense Atmosphere
Please assess your comfort level with these themes before attending.
Salvatore Bonilla (he/they) is a Puerto Rico native who started dance training in Mableton, GA, at their high school. They went on to receive a BFA from Meadows School of the Arts at SMU in 2017. They have danced in works by Adam Hougland, Bill T. Jones, Jose Limón, Joshua L. Peugh, Alysa Pires, Mike Ezperanza, Greg Bielemeier, and Shaun Keylock. They danced with Dark Circles Contemporary Dance in Texas for a few seasons while attending school. After briefly living in Europe and exploring different dance techniques, they now reside happily in Portland with a new dance community.
Sebastian Garcia (he/him) is currently a rising senior at Southern Methodist University, pursuing a BFA in Dance Performance with an artistic merit scholarship. Before transferring to SMU, he earned an Associate of Arts degree at Collin College while performing with the institution’s Collin Dance Ensemble. Sebastian has had the opportunity to work with artists including Joy Bollinger, Molissa Fenley, Jojo Gomez, Chris Martin, and Pat Taylor through choreographed works and training opportunities. Growing up in Wylie, Texas, he trained at the Dance Company of Wylie all during high school.
Ian Spring (Middletown, Ohio) began his dance training under the direction of Phyllis DeWeese-Morgan before graduating with a BA in dance from Point Park University. Ian joined Parsons Dance in 2010 and performed in the Radio City Summer Spectacular (Mia Michaels). He has since danced in several productions with Austin McCormick’s Company XIV and Samson et Dahlila (Metropolitan Opera). Ian has performed in Edward Clug’s Sleeping Beauty Dreams and Jakob Karr’s Ain’t Done Bad and guested for Bruce Wood Dance. He’s a founding member of NYC-based Boca Tuya and is thrilled to be back with Dark Circles.
Anthony Chacon was born in El Paso, Texas. Coming from a border city, Anthony has been surrounded by culture and creativity his whole life, which was a big inspiration for starting his career. He is an eager and dynamic dancer excited to grow in the industry. Bringing forth 10+ years of well-rounded training/experience in styles such as hip hop, jazz, and contemporary, along with specific training in release technique, improv, partner work, turns and leaps, and ballet. Anthony graduated from the University of Texas at El Paso with a degree in Kinesiology while getting his dance training through Urban Movement Dance Company in El Paso. Anthony started as a competitive dancer, winning multiple titles at Regional and National competitions, to then booking multiple professional jobs such as music videos and stage performances for local artists and professionals. Also, as a teacher/choreographer, Anthony has participated in many dancers’ journeys across the city by teaching and choreographing at local schools and dance studios. Hoping to inspire his community through dance, Anthony looks forward to proving that you can follow your dreams no matter where you come from.
Viewer discretion is advised. This performance contains elements that reference:
Violence and Gunplay
Racial and Cultural Themes
Mature Themes
Intense Atmosphere
Please assess your comfort level with these themes before attending.
Salvatore Bonilla (he/they) is a Puerto Rico native who started dance training in Mableton, GA, at their high school. They went on to receive a BFA from Meadows School of the Arts at SMU in 2017. They have danced in works by Adam Hougland, Bill T. Jones, Jose Limón, Joshua L. Peugh, Alysa Pires, Mike Ezperanza, Greg Bielemeier, and Shaun Keylock. They danced with Dark Circles Contemporary Dance in Texas for a few seasons while attending school. After briefly living in Europe and exploring different dance techniques, they now reside happily in Portland with a new dance community.
Sebastian Garcia (he/him) is currently a rising senior at Southern Methodist University, pursuing a BFA in Dance Performance with an artistic merit scholarship. Before transferring to SMU, he earned an Associate of Arts degree at Collin College while performing with the institution’s Collin Dance Ensemble. Sebastian has had the opportunity to work with artists including Joy Bollinger, Molissa Fenley, Jojo Gomez, Chris Martin, and Pat Taylor through choreographed works and training opportunities. Growing up in Wylie, Texas, he trained at the Dance Company of Wylie all during high school.
Ian Spring (Middletown, Ohio) began his dance training under the direction of Phyllis DeWeese-Morgan before graduating with a BA in dance from Point Park University. Ian joined Parsons Dance in 2010 and performed in the Radio City Summer Spectacular (Mia Michaels). He has since danced in several productions with Austin McCormick’s Company XIV and Samson et Dahlila (Metropolitan Opera). Ian has performed in Edward Clug’s Sleeping Beauty Dreams and Jakob Karr’s Ain’t Done Bad and guested for Bruce Wood Dance. He’s a founding member of NYC-based Boca Tuya and is thrilled to be back with Dark Circles.
Anthony Chacon was born in El Paso, Texas. Coming from a border city, Anthony has been surrounded by culture and creativity his whole life, which was a big inspiration for starting his career. He is an eager and dynamic dancer excited to grow in the industry. Bringing forth 10+ years of well-rounded training/experience in styles such as hip hop, jazz, and contemporary, along with specific training in release technique, improv, partner work, turns and leaps, and ballet. Anthony graduated from the University of Texas at El Paso with a degree in Kinesiology while getting his dance training through Urban Movement Dance Company in El Paso. Anthony started as a competitive dancer, winning multiple titles at Regional and National competitions, to then booking multiple professional jobs such as music videos and stage performances for local artists and professionals. Also, as a teacher/choreographer, Anthony has participated in many dancers’ journeys across the city by teaching and choreographing at local schools and dance studios. Hoping to inspire his community through dance, Anthony looks forward to proving that you can follow your dreams no matter where you come from.
George Avalos began his dance journey in El Paso, TX, at 13, training in various styles such as Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Jazz. Growing up as a competitive dancer, he has attended local, regional, and national competitions. George has taught in El Paso for the past six years at multiple studios.
Viewer discretion is advised. This performance contains elements that reference:
Violence and Gunplay
Racial and Cultural Themes
Mature Themes
Intense Atmosphere
Please assess your comfort level with these themes before attending.
Anthony Chacon was born in El Paso, Texas. Coming from a border city, Anthony has been surrounded by culture and creativity his whole life, which was a big inspiration for starting his career. He is an eager and dynamic dancer excited to grow in the industry. Bringing forth 10+ years of well-rounded training/experience in styles such as hip hop, jazz, and contemporary, along with specific training in release technique, improv, partner work, turns and leaps, and ballet. Anthony graduated from the University of Texas at El Paso with a degree in Kinesiology while getting his dance training through Urban Movement Dance Company in El Paso. Anthony started as a competitive dancer, winning multiple titles at Regional and National competitions, to then booking multiple professional jobs such as music videos and stage performances for local artists and professionals. Also, as a teacher/choreographer, Anthony has participated in many dancers’ journeys across the city by teaching and choreographing at local schools and dance studios. Hoping to inspire his community through dance, Anthony looks forward to proving that you can follow your dreams no matter where you come from.
George Avalos began his dance journey in El Paso, TX, at 13, training in various styles such as Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Jazz. Growing up as a competitive dancer, he has attended local, regional, and national competitions. George has taught in El Paso for the past six years at multiple studios.
Salvatore Bonilla (he/they) is a Puerto Rico native who started dance training in Mableton, GA, at their high school. They went on to receive a BFA from Meadows School of the Arts at SMU in 2017. They have danced in works by Adam Hougland, Bill T. Jones, Jose Limón, Joshua L. Peugh, Alysa Pires, Mike Ezperanza, Greg Bielemeier, and Shaun Keylock. They danced with Dark Circles Contemporary Dance in Texas for a few seasons while attending school. After briefly living in Europe and exploring different dance techniques, they now reside happily in Portland with a new dance community.
Sebastian Garcia (he/him) is currently a rising senior at Southern Methodist University, pursuing a BFA in Dance Performance with an artistic merit scholarship. Before transferring to SMU, he earned an Associate of Arts degree at Collin College while performing with the institution’s Collin Dance Ensemble. Sebastian has had the opportunity to work with artists including Joy Bollinger, Molissa Fenley, Jojo Gomez, Chris Martin, and Pat Taylor through choreographed works and training opportunities. Growing up in Wylie, Texas, he trained at the Dance Company of Wylie all during high school.
Ian Spring (Middletown, Ohio) began his dance training under the direction of Phyllis DeWeese-Morgan before graduating with a BA in dance from Point Park University. Ian joined Parsons Dance in 2010 and performed in the Radio City Summer Spectacular (Mia Michaels). He has since danced in several productions with Austin McCormick’s Company XIV and Samson et Dahlila (Metropolitan Opera). Ian has performed in Edward Clug’s Sleeping Beauty Dreams and Jakob Karr’s Ain’t Done Bad and guested for Bruce Wood Dance. He’s a founding member of NYC-based Boca Tuya and is thrilled to be back with Dark Circles.
Viewer discretion is advised. This performance contains elements that reference:
Violence and Gunplay
Racial and Cultural Themes
Mature Themes
Intense Atmosphere
Please assess your comfort level with these themes before attending.
George Avalos began his dance journey in El Paso, TX, at 13, training in various styles such as Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Jazz. Growing up as a competitive dancer, he has attended local, regional, and national competitions. George has taught in El Paso for the past six years at multiple studios.
Anthony Chacon was born in El Paso, Texas. Coming from a border city, Anthony has been surrounded by culture and creativity his whole life, which was a big inspiration for starting his career. He is an eager and dynamic dancer excited to grow in the industry. Bringing forth 10+ years of well-rounded training/experience in styles such as hip hop, jazz, and contemporary, along with specific training in release technique, improv, partner work, turns and leaps, and ballet. Anthony graduated from the University of Texas at El Paso with a degree in Kinesiology while getting his dance training through Urban Movement Dance Company in El Paso. Anthony started as a competitive dancer, winning multiple titles at Regional and National competitions, to then booking multiple professional jobs such as music videos and stage performances for local artists and professionals. Also, as a teacher/choreographer, Anthony has participated in many dancers’ journeys across the city by teaching and choreographing at local schools and dance studios. Hoping to inspire his community through dance, Anthony looks forward to proving that you can follow your dreams no matter where you come from.
Salvatore Bonilla (he/they) is a Puerto Rico native who started dance training in Mableton, GA, at their high school. They went on to receive a BFA from Meadows School of the Arts at SMU in 2017. They have danced in works by Adam Hougland, Bill T. Jones, Jose Limón, Joshua L. Peugh, Alysa Pires, Mike Ezperanza, Greg Bielemeier, and Shaun Keylock. They danced with Dark Circles Contemporary Dance in Texas for a few seasons while attending school. After briefly living in Europe and exploring different dance techniques, they now reside happily in Portland with a new dance community.
Sebastian Garcia (he/him) is currently a rising senior at Southern Methodist University, pursuing a BFA in Dance Performance with an artistic merit scholarship. Before transferring to SMU, he earned an Associate of Arts degree at Collin College while performing with the institution’s Collin Dance Ensemble. Sebastian has had the opportunity to work with artists including Joy Bollinger, Molissa Fenley, Jojo Gomez, Chris Martin, and Pat Taylor through choreographed works and training opportunities. Growing up in Wylie, Texas, he trained at the Dance Company of Wylie all during high school.
Ian Spring (Middletown, Ohio) began his dance training under the direction of Phyllis DeWeese-Morgan before graduating with a BA in dance from Point Park University. Ian joined Parsons Dance in 2010 and performed in the Radio City Summer Spectacular (Mia Michaels). He has since danced in several productions with Austin McCormick’s Company XIV and Samson et Dahlila (Metropolitan Opera). Ian has performed in Edward Clug’s Sleeping Beauty Dreams and Jakob Karr’s Ain’t Done Bad and guested for Bruce Wood Dance. He’s a founding member of NYC-based Boca Tuya and is thrilled to be back with Dark Circles.
See a world premiere created by Las Cruces native and award-winning choreographer Joshua L. Peugh and iconic dances from our repertory performed by 14 professional and pre-professional dancers hand-selected from around the country for DCCDUSA's Arts Lab Desert Peaks 2023 immersive program.
This informal showing is FREE and open to the public.
We cordially invite you to join us for an exciting meet and greet event with the renowned artists of Arts Lab Desert Peaks 2023.
Thursday, July 27, 2023 from 7:30 - 9 PM at Las Cruces School of Dance and Music.
This community gathering will provide a unique opportunity for you to engage with the talented artists of Arts Lab Desert Peaks, a hand-selected cohort picked for their exceptional creativity, innovation, and commitment to pushing the boundaries of contemporary dance. You will have the chance to meet the dancers, choreographers, and other team members, forging connections and gaining insights into their artistic processes.
The meet and greet event promises to be a memorable occasion, brimming with artistic inspiration and cultural exchange. Whether you are a dance enthusiast, an aspiring artist, or simply someone with a curiosity for the arts, this is an event not to be missed.
Dark Circles Contemporary Dance is proud to host this special occasion as part of our ongoing mission to foster a vibrant and inclusive arts community. We believe that events like these contribute to the growth of artistic appreciation, collaboration, and mutual support among community members.
Please mark your calendars and join us for this delightful gathering. We encourage you to spread the word among your friends, family, and fellow art enthusiasts, as this event is open to all who share a passion for creativity and dance.
We kindly request your RSVP below by Tuesday, July 25 to assist us in planning a memorable event for everyone involved.
We eagerly look forward to welcoming you to this inspiring evening, where the worlds of dance, art, and community intersect. Let us come together to celebrate the magic of movement and embrace the transformative power of the arts.
See you soon!
Catch Joshua L. Peugh’s award-winning Critics of the Morning Song on July 18, 19, and 20.
Newport Contemporary Ballet presents the Newport Dance Festival on its festival stage at 7:30pm on the lawn of the Great Friends Meeting House, 21 Farewell St. in Newport, RI. Each evening the performance will feature a unique lineup of dances drawn on the talent, artistry, and unique styles of the festival’s five visiting dance companies, and Newport’s resident Newport Contemporary Ballet.
Patrons are encouraged to arrive early. Guests are invited to bring their own picnic, blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy world class dance in an outdoor, social setting.
Ticket Info:
Lawn seating Tickets for $39
Reserved Chair Seating for $49
Reserved Seating Flex Pass, for $225 (6 tickets good to any show)
Lawn Seating Flex Pass, for $185 (6 tickets good to any show)
DCCDUSA will present the “Balcony Scene” from Joshua L. Peugh’s Romeo and Juliet (originally commissioned and produced by Verb Ballets) and the dance film “Backcountry Basin.” This performance is free and open to the public.
This December, we join Borderlands Ballet in their production of The Nutcracker DEC 16 - 18 at the ASNMSU Center for the Arts. Save the date for this joyful celebration of imagination! DCCDUSA will appear in the roles of Godfather Drosselmeier and Marie (Clara) with new choreography by Joshua L. Peugh.
This December, we join Borderlands Ballet in their production of The Nutcracker DEC 16 - 18 at the ASNMSU Center for the Arts. Save the date for this joyful celebration of imagination! DCCDUSA will appear in the roles of Godfather Drosselmeier and Marie (Clara) with new choreography by Joshua L. Peugh.
This December, we join Borderlands Ballet in their production of The Nutcracker DEC 16 - 18 at the ASNMSU Center for the Arts. Save the date for this joyful celebration of imagination! DCCDUSA will appear in the roles of Godfather Drosselmeier and Marie (Clara) with new choreography by Joshua L. Peugh.
This December, we join Borderlands Ballet in their production of The Nutcracker DEC 16 - 18 at the ASNMSU Center for the Arts. Save the date for this joyful celebration of imagination! DCCDUSA will appear in the roles of Godfather Drosselmeier and Marie (Clara) with new choreography by Joshua L. Peugh.
DCCDUSA Founder and Artistic Director Joshua L. Peugh will speak about his creative process at the second annual 10 X 25 Conference held on Friday, October 14th, at the Rio Grande Theater, 211 N. Main Street, downtown Las Cruces.
This regional networking opportunity is geared toward innovators, creators, educators, and entrepreneurs, designed for those who want to learn how to thrive in their respective creative fields. Inspiring presenters share their adventures in entrepreneurship, education, film, music, and game design.
See a world premiere created by Las Cruces native and award-winning choreographer Joshua L. Peugh and iconic dances from our repertory performed by 14 professional and pre-professional dancers hand-selected from around the country for DCCDUSA's Arts Lab Desert Peaks 2022 immersive program.
This informal showing is FREE and open to the public.
Las Cruces Chamber Ballet & Michele's Dance Academy present The Nutcracker featuring DCCDUSA! Joshua L. Peugh will be creating seven new dances for the production. Tickets on sale NOW!
DEC 17 @ 7PM
DEC 18 @ 2PM & 7PM
Las Cruces Chamber Ballet & Michele's Dance Academy present The Nutcracker featuring DCCDUSA! Joshua L. Peugh will be creating seven new dances for the production. Tickets on sale NOW!
DEC 17 @ 7PM
DEC 18 @ 2PM & 7PM
See two world premiere dances created by Las Cruces native and award-winning choreographer Joshua L. Peugh and acclaimed NYC-based director and choreographer Mike Esperanza.
These world premieres will be performed by the 14 professional and pre-professional dancers selected for DCCDUSA's Arts Lab Desert Peaks immersive residency program.
This informal showing is free and open to the public.
Traditionally held each year immediately after Labor Day, the DANCE NOW Festival is known as the kick-off to the dance season in New York City.
This year, in lieu of the live festival at Joe’s Pub, DANCE NOW is creating an alternative virtual space to celebrate its artists and this landmark anniversary.
Joshua L. Peugh has been commissioned to create a new work for the DANCE NOW NYC 25th Anniversary Digital Season!
PERFORMANCE RELEASE & WATCH PARTY
Thursday, May 6, 2021, 6:00 PM EDT
ARTIST-TO-AUDIENCE CELEBRATION
Hosted by Nicole Wolcott + Larry Keigwin
Thursday, May 27, 2021 7:00 PM EDT
PERFORMANCE ONLY TICKETS - $10*
PERFORMANCE + CELEBRATION TICKETS- $20
*Audience members can upgrade a $10 ticket to a $20 ticket or bundle previous purchases for an upgrade to a subscription by contacting our Box Office at boxoffice@dancenownyc.org.
FORBES - DANCE NOW PRESENTS FINAL CHAPTER OF THEIR DIGITAL FESTIVAL
Pete headlines The Houston Fringe Festival with two performances on Saturday, October 26 at 6PM & 8PM.
George Avalos began his dance journey in El Paso, TX, at 13, training in various styles such as Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Jazz. Growing up as a competitive dancer, he has attended local, regional, and national competitions. George has taught in El Paso for the past six years at multiple studios.
Salvatore Bonilla (he/they) is a Puerto Rico native who started dance training in Mableton, GA, at their high school. They went on to receive a B.F.A. from Meadows School of the Arts at Southern Methodist University in 2017. They have danced in works by Adam Hougland, Bill T. Jones, Jose Limón, Joshua L. Peugh, Alysa Pires, Mike Ezperanza, Greg Bielemeier, and Shaun Keylock. They danced with Dark Circles Contemporary Dance in Texas for a few seasons while attending school. After briefly living in Europe and exploring different dance techniques, they now reside happily in Portland with a new dance community.
CHADI EL-KHOURY (he/him), A native of Beirut, Lebanon, graduated from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, with a B.A. in Theology, Sociology, and Applied Research Methods. He then pursued a B.F.A. at the University of Missouri, Kansas City, Conservatory of Music and Dance. He was a resident artist for Charlotte Street Foundation's Urban Culture Project (2013) and has had choreographic residencies with DCCD, Modern Night at the Folly Festival, AROVA Contemporary Ballet, and Youth America Grand Prix. He joined DCCDUSA as a dancer in 2014 and assumed the role of Executive Director in the fall of 2015. Chadi's corporate background includes over 13 years of experience. In addition to his leadership role with DCCDUSA, Chadi is working towards an M.B.A. in Business Analytics from Southern Methodist University. He is also a Senior Manager overseeing Strategy Consulting and Analytics at Health Care Service Corporation, the largest customer-owned health insurance company in the United States.
Sebastian Garcia (he/him), a Dallas native, earned a B.F.A. in Dance Performance from Southern Methodist University in May 2023. Before transferring to SMU, he attended Collin College, where he performed with the Collin Dance Ensemble. Growing up in Wylie, Texas, he trained at the Dance Company of Wylie during high school. Sebastian’s performance credits include works by Joy Bollinger, Brandi Coleman, Kim Cooper, Molissa Fenley, Matthew Neenan, Joshua Peugh, Pascal Rioult, and Pat Taylor, among others. Possessing a passion for choreography, he has also premiered/performed self-choreographed pieces in various showcases at SMU, Collin College, and Misfit Dance Camp. Previous works include “When I Get It Right,” “A Picture In My Head,” and “Act of Contrition.”
Vanessa Owen (Asheville, NC) holds a BFA in Dance from Wright State University. She has danced around the globe, most notably on fifteen U.S. State Department tours with Company E. Festivals and companies across the U.S. have presented her choreography, and she has received a Choreographic Fellowship from Virginia Commission for the Arts, an N.C. Artist Support Grant, a McDowell Regional Artist Grant, and the Audience Choice Award at NYC’s Dance Gallery Festival. She is co-founder of Stewart/Owen Dance alongside her husband, Gavin Stewart.
Ian Spring is originally from Middletown, Ohio, where he began his training under the direction of Phyllis DeWeese-Morgan. He received his BA in dance from Point Park University before joining Parsons Dance for seven seasons. Ian joined the cast of the Radio City Summer Spectacular, choreographed by Mia Michaels, in 2016. He has danced in several productions with Austin McCormick’s Company XIV, Samson et Dahlila at the Metropolitan Opera, and Sleeping Beauty Dreams, choreographed by Edward Clug. Ian currently dances for company Boca Tuya in NYC in addition to freelancing.
Gavin Stewart (Asheville, NC) holds a BFA in Dance Performance from UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance. Gavin has danced with Richmond Ballet, Wylliams/Henry CDC, MOVE: the Company, Owen/Cox Dance Group, Company E, and others. Mr. Stewart has danced works by J. Archibald, J. Beamish, G. Balanchine, V. Caniparoli, M. Cong, C. Denice, J. Lang, J. Peugh, T. Tharp, A. Tudor, and more. He operates Western North Carolina-based Stewart/Owen Dance with his wife, Vanessa Owen. Gavin is grateful to join Dark Circles for the first time.
SKYE TODARO (she/her) is a Bryan, Texas-raised emerging artist who graduated from Southern Methodist University in May 2022. She received a B.F.A. in Dance Performance alongside a B.A. in Psychology. Skye is passionate about getting her master’s in counseling to work with adolescents struggling with mental health problems. Skye has performed in choreographic works by Robert Battle, Take Ueyama, Caleb Teicher, Joy Bollinger, Michelle Gibson, Mark Burrell, Pat Taylor, Brandi Coleman, and Joshua L. Peugh. She is thrilled and appreciative to be dancing with Dark Circles Contemporary Dance for the first time.
Erin Vonder Haar is a native of Seattle, Washington, and received a BFA in dance from Southern Methodist University. She has performed works by Bruce Wood, Summer Rhatigan, Danny Buraczeski, Joshua L. Peugh, and Desmond Richardson and is the co-founder of Groundworks Dance Company, located in Dallas, Texas. Erin was recently featured in the “Backcountry Basin” film by Joshua L. Peugh, commissioned by Dance Now NYC. She also recently choreographed Sydney Cope’s new music video, “Think I found My Way.” She is humbled and excited to be back dancing with Dark Circles Contemporary Dance!
Pete: A New Dance Musical is a recipient of a grant from the TACA New Works Fund.
Director & Choreographer Joshua L. Peugh
Music Brandon Carson
Lyrics Kierra Gray
Music Director Vonda K. Bowling
Projections & Dramaturgy Mona Kasra
Lighting & Scenic Design H. Bart McGeehon
Costume Design Susan Austin
Dark Circles Contemporary Dance celebrates the opening of its 2019-20 Season in the U.S.A. with a brand-new evening-length dance musical conceived and choreographed by international award-winning choreographer and founder of Dark Circles Joshua L. Peugh inspired J. M. Barrie’s iconic novel Peter Pan.
BROADWAYWORLD - Dallas' Dark Circles Contemporary Dance Presents PETE
Catch a performance by DCCDUSA at DANCE NOW JOE'S PUB FESTIVAL at The Public!
Dallas Theater Center presents
Public Works Dallas' As You Like It
The art of creating art together.
by William Shakespeare, adapted by Shaina Taub and Laurie Woolery
Music and Lyrics by Shaina Taub
August 16 - 18 • Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre
Named one of The New York Times‘ best shows of 2017, As You Like It is an immersive dream-like tale of faithful friends, feuding families and lovers in disguise. Forced from their homes, Orlando, Duke Senior, his daughter Rosalind and niece Celia, escape to the Forest of Arden, a fantastical place of transformation, where all are welcomed and embraced. Lost amidst the trees, the refugees find community and acceptance under the stars. Featuring an original folk-pop score by Taub (listen to all the numbers here), and running 90 minutes long, As You Like It is appropriate for all audiences and groups. Fall under love’s spell with this magical story!
Tickets for Public Works Dallas' As You Like It are FREE and will be available at our Mobile Ticket Box Offices on a first-come, first-served basis. Locations and times are listed below.
Bachman Lake Together
9507 Overlake Dr, Dallas, TX 75220
Aug 1, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. •
Aug. 2, 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
City of Dallas, Janie C Turner
6424 Elam Rd, Dallas, TX 75217
July 24 • 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Jubilee Park & Community Center
907 Bank St, Dallas, TX 75223
July 23, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
City of Dallas, Beckley Saner
114 W Hobson Ave, Dallas, TX 75224
Aug. 6, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Literacy Instructions for Texas
1610 S Malcolm X Blvd, Dallas, TX 75226
July 30, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. •
Aug. 8, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The company travels to Tulsa, OK for a free public performance presented by Choregus Productions as part of OKeclecticFEST at Guthrie Green.
For more information, CLICK HERE!
DCCDUSA joins in the celebration for Dallas Theater Center's biggest party of the year!
CEDRIC NEAL and WADE McCOLLUM have both gone on to successful careers on Broadway and beyond - check out Cedric's recent appearance on The Voice UK below! The evening includes a lively cocktail hour in the stunning Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre followed by a delicious three-course dinner, a Tony-worthy performance and a jubilant late-night party that will have you dancing into the night.
Tables are limited for this event and will sell out!
The company joins the students of Richland College Dance Program as Guest Artists for two performances on Friday, April 5.
Dark Circles Contemporary Dance’s 2018-19 Season continues with its Spring Series featuring the commission of a world premiere by the highly sought-after choreographer Sidra Bell, founder of Sidra Bell Dance New York. A new creation by internationally award-winning choreographer and Dance Magazine “25 to Watch” Joshua L. Peugh featuring Tejas Dance—a Bharatanatyam Indian classical dance duo—closes the evening.
Performances will run March 22 – 24 at WaterTower Theatre.
CONTENT WARNING: NUDITY
DANCE MAGAZINE - How Choreographer Joshua L. Peugh Is Pushing Past Queer Archetypes in Texas & Beyond
PATRON MAGAZINE - Spring Awakenings: Dark Circles Presents World Premiere Works at WaterTower Theatre
BROADWAYWORLD - Dark Circles Presents World Premiere Works by Sidra Bell and Joshua L. Peugh
Ballet Frontier presents its third annual performance of Director’s Choice. The performance features a collaboration of dance companies from around the metroplex including Ballet Frontier of Texas, Dallas Black Dance Theatre: Encore, and Dark Circles Contemporary Dance.