Dances explore cultural differences, intimate spaces, historical events
Company Wang Ramirez
Why go: Honji Wang is a German-Korean woman trained in classical ballet; Sébastien Ramirez is a Frenchman with Spanish roots who’s a virtuoso break-dancer. A couple in life as well as on stage, the two dance out their differences and universality.
What’s on: “Monchichi” (2011) explores the pair’s life together, from difficulties in understanding each other to bridging their cultural backgrounds, all done with dazzling technique and refreshing humor.
When: 8 p.m. July 7-9
Where: Reynolds Industries Theater, Bryan Center, Duke University, 125 Science Drive
Tickets: $27
Info: 919-684-4444 or tickets.duke.edu
Eiko
Why go: Although known for 40 years as one half of the duo Eiko and Koma, Eiko has recently branched out into solo performances that continue her signature focus on minute details of movement.
What’s on: “A Body in Places” explores the nontradition dance space of Durham’s Cordoba Center, responding to its specific characteristics, while performing for intimate audiences.
When: 7 p.m. July 7-12
Where: Cordoba Center for the Arts, 923 Franklin St., Durham
Tickets: $16.25
Info: 919-684-4444 or tickets.duke.edu
Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company
Why go: Known for his three-decade career as a choreographer, Bill T. Jones specializes in works that interpret historical events and personages, from AIDS to Abraham Lincoln.
What’s on: “Anthology/Dora: Tramontane” is an evening-length work based on the life of a Belgian Jewish nurse who persevered during the WWII German invasion and later in an underground organization in a French interment camp.
When: 8 p.m. July 10; 7 p.m. July 11
Where: Durham Performing Arts Center, 123 Vivian St., Durham
Tickets: $19.25-$58
Info: 919-680-2787 or dpacnc.com
ADF season info: 919-684-6402 or americandancefestival.org
Dicks: music_theater@lycos.com
This story was originally published July 5, 2015 at 11:09 AM with the headline "Dances explore cultural differences, intimate spaces, historical events."