Reviews – Page 2 – Seattle Dances

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A MLK Day ritual invites artists to take time and space for “Black power, heritage, creativity, and communion.”

UW Presents crafts an evening of collaborative works from Richael Lincoln, Dani Tirrell, “Majinn” Mike O’Neal, Alethea Alexander, and others.

Whim W’him’s XPRESS is notable for Rustem’s and Wever’s works, and is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to see some exquisite dancing.

Sandi Kurtz reviews a new anthology of dance writing that spans the centuries.

New companies! New research platforms! And why Donald Byrd’s Love and Loss was exactly the kind of work we should be seeing at the ballet.

Velocity’s NEXT FEST runs the gamut of responses to theme Ritual & Rebellion within a permeable, shifting performance space.

A historical and comparative look at three alternative Nutcrackers this season from choreographers Mark Morris, Donald Byrd, and Lily Verlaine.

November’s 12 Minutes Max, curated by Fox Whitney and Barry Johnson, delivers experimental variety.

The annual showcase featuring contemporary Black choreographers previews its January mainstage premiere, promising much to look forward to.

Frye Art Museum’s America That Is To Be features live performance and a historical look into Donald Byrd’s illustrious career.