BODYTRAFFIC

April 15-20
Joyce Theater

The contemporary dance company Bodytraffic hails from Los Angeles. A congenial company, it’s NYC season includes Mayday — inspired by the life and music of rocker, Buddy Holly is choreograhped by the popular Trey McIntyre.

Incense Burning On A Saturday Morning: The Maestro is by Juel D. Lane and pays trbiute to the LA artist Ernie Barnes.

I Forgot The Start, choreographed by Matthew Neenan, reflects emotions of oy and grief, resilience and connection.

Talkback: Following the performance of Incense Burning on a Saturday Morning: The Maestro on April 18th stay for an exclusive conversation moderated by author, MSNBC Political Analyst, and former The New York Times columnist Charles M. Blow featuring choreographer Juel D. Lane; Ernie Barnes’ eldest daughter, Deidre “DD” Barnes; and Luz Rodriguez, Ernie Barnes’ longtime assistant, trustee of his estate, and founder of the Ernie Barnes Legacy Project. This should be a wonderful learning event.

“Coming back to New York is always magical,” says Artistic Director Tina Finkelman Berkett. “I’m incredibly proud to share what our company is creating. This evening of dance takes audiences on a journey to bring them glimmers of joy and hope for the future.”

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