Book of hOurs

In 2005, Vanessa and Erin first joined artistic forces. They reunite at AOS to present work that reflects on their seasoned paths. Once-young students are now performers; old repertory feels prescient; new works sink into historical relevance. These dance artists present individual work during the season of their milestone birthdays. “Book of hOurs” is a nod to the passage of time, a meditation on perennial artists, and a celebration of timing and age.

“Light As a Feather…….Stiff As A Board” premiered in 2000 at Williamsburg Arts NeXus as a Gen X artists’ (plural) comic and incisive take on art, choreography, gender and more. Originally evening length, we are presenting the finale only, a take on the iconic Kingdom Of The Shades processional from La Bayadere. Set to music by Minkus and the Velvet Underground, the piece examines the tension between anonymity, creativity and the need to be bold. It…