This show is a part of STG's 2009-2010 Season. Learn more here
 

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HUBBARD STREET DANCE CHICAGO, under the leadership of newly appointed artistic director Glenn Edgerton, celebrates over 30 years as one of the most renowned dance institutions in the world, performing annually for more than 100,000 people.

Critically acclaimed for its exuberant, athletic and innovative repertoire, the company features dancers who display unparalleled versatility and virtuosity in performances that inspire, challenge and engage audiences worldwide.

Continually expanding its diverse repertoire with work by leading national and international choreographers, the company also contributes to the art form's evolution by developing new choreographic talent and collaborating with artists in music, visual art and theatre.

The Seattle program includes:
•    Bitter Suite, choreographer Jorma Elo
Created for and premiered by Hubbard Street Dance Chicago at the Harris Theatre for Music and Dance, in Chicago on October 1, 2009.

•    Lickety-Split, choreographed by Resident Choreographer Alejandro Cerrudo
Combining sensual and fluid movement with playful gestures, Lickety-Split is a contemporary work danced by three couples enveloped in the unpredictable layers of love. Moved by the sounds of renowned Bay Area songwriter Devendra Banhart, it is an example of the multi-faceted talent of the company’s artists.

•    The Set, choreographed by Lucas Crandall, Associate Artistic Director of HSDC
Flirtation, deception and naiveté inspired this hilarious romp. Set to music by J.S. Bach, The Set features three dancers—and a divan.

•    Gnawa, choreography by Nacho Duato
Set to evocative Spanish and North African sounds, Gnawa captivates with its percussive power and sensual grace, combining the spirituality and organic rhythms from the Mediterranean.

In addition to the Friday performance, HSDC dancers will teach two community master classes on Thursday, October 22 at local dance studios.

•    Westlake Dance Center
7:30pm – 9:30pm
Int/Adv Jazz ($12; age 14+)
To register call 206.621.7378 or email at westlakedc@comcast.net

•    Spectrum Studios
7:30pm – 9:30pm
Int/Adv Modern ($18; age 14+)
To register call 206.325.4161 or email at staff@spectrumdance.org

Classes are 90 minutes followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.