Mark Morris Dance Group’s unique tribute to the 50th anniversary of The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. Pepperland features an original score by Ethan Iverson performed live that blends arrangements of songs from the groundbreaking album with new Pepper-inspired pieces.
Pepperland is Mark Morris’s joyful, unabashed, and critically acclaimed homage to The Beatles classic that changed the world. The Guardian calls Pepperland “gorgeously entertaining.” With colorful costumes and smart, sassy dancing, Pepperland captures the spirit of the 60’s swinging London. The original score by Ethan Iverson includes arrangements of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, With a Little Help From My Friends, […]
Led by our Arts Immersion Teens, this all-levels contemporary dance class includes a chance to create your own choreography! Starting with a warm-up and acquisition of contemporary dance skills, this class will progress into choreography as well as an opportunity to reflect on what you create together. The reflection will include information about what a […]
SharedSpace provides an informal platform for choreographers of all styles to present in-progress work to diverse audiences, with feedback conversations guided by established dance artists. Join us to provide encouragement, critique, and community. 7:15pm - Doors Open 7:30-8:30pm - Performances 8:30-9:30pm - Feedback Conversation $10/person Featuring: Alice Halter presenting TBD Ann Dragich presenting At Last […]
Gonzaga Theatre & Dance welcomes the Mark Morris Dance Group to ACDA 2020 as performers in their opening concert!
No spring semester in Champaign-Urbana is complete without the return of Mark Morris Dance Group to its Midwest home. The cherished relationship between Krannert Center and MMDG is rooted in a mutual dedication to timeless artistry and the power of arts-based public engagement and is demonstrated through decades of the company’s evocative, joyful, and exceptionally […]
In light of the ongoing developments of COVID-19, we've made the difficult decision to postpone our Dance Center Shows. Rescheduled dates will be announced in the coming weeks. Please stay tuned as we find additional ways to dance for you during this time. Thank you for your continued support as we navigate this time together. […]
Unfortunately, the Out Loud book event has been postponed until further notice due to technical difficulties. However, we are working with the Free Library of Philadelphia to pick a new date. Thank you for being understanding. In the meantime, we've curated a collection of clips with Mark Morris and Wesley Stace in conversation at our […]
Novel Stages is a ‘festival’ of sorts for the unusual time we find ourselves in and the digital stages that now are our venues. Artists will share 30 minute sets of pre-recorded performances from their studios and homes, previously unavailable concert footage, and new creative presentations intended for your screen. Ticket buyers will receive a […]
This discussion will take place on the Center for the Arts Facebook page on May 12 at 12:00 p.m. Grab your virtual front row seat to this insightful industry chat with Mark Morris Dance Group’s Music Director and company members in conversation with Mason Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education, Karen Reedy. Music […]