Dewell Dance

THE DAY THEY DEPARTED

(Screenplay)

Complete: 2011

This screenplay is about a journey across the country as a family reacts to a family tragedy.

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THE PEACE THEY FOUND

Premiere: 2026

An original movement performance exploring the intensity of personal, social, and political unrest while turning to positive forces to find peace. Through the arts, we build camaraderie and inspire progress—choosing unity over hate. In a world shaped by opposing forces, true power lies in solidarity. Together, we stand against injustice, care for one another, and honor our shared responsibility to the land. In the face of pain, loss, and letting go, it is through connection and community that we ultimately find peace. "Axis,"Ahhhh!," "Steady,"Fatal Kiss,"Calling,"Rover," "Realities."

THE THINGS THEY SAY

Premiere: 2009

An original movement performance piece, “The Things They Say” is a poignant portrayal of a young woman searching for equilibrium as she confronts the demands of single parenthood. Although she never steps out on stage, her struggles are shaped through the emotional imagery of dance and the often judgmental remarks of her peers. The performance weaves dance, poetry, acting, and live music, into a rich mosaic that takes us on a moving and sometimes humorous journey of self-discovery. “Eras,” “Odd,” “Laugh Therapy,” “Fueling,” “Why Not?” “Confluence,” “Life,” “Hold Me Tenderly.”

THE ROOM THEY SHARED

Premiere: 2010

An original movement performance piece, “The Room They Shared” traces lives that have lived in the same kitchen albeit at different times. Its walls harbor stories of folk and their sometimes humorous, sometimes bleak finances through flavorful moments in dance and theater. Whether arguing about the bills, or aging, or power over others, or freedom in movements and thoughts, or the raging expenses of life’s burdens, these situations are often played out at the kitchen table. “Look through my Window,” “Passing Moment,” “Passing Out,” “Passing Through,” “Passing Time,” “Passing Thoughts,” “Passing Over,” “The Room they Shared.” Guest choreographers: Gina Shorten, “Losing Ground;” Frances King.

THE PLACES THEY GO

Premiere: 2011

An original movement performance piece, “The Places They Go” is played in an airport, where domestic complexities are exposed manifesting in a colorful array of comical clashes. It’s about people in the public domain of meeting, such as a mother dragging her kid across the airport, the exposure of germs, absentmindedness, the impossible irritations and necessity to be patient. "Crossings," "Tout de Suite," "I'm Out Over Here," "Security Check Point."

Ballet, Pointe, Contemporary & Modern Dance

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