Here’s your behind-the-scenes look at the opening of Blackout! The solo dancer represents the dominant caste who holds power over money, land, & decisions. The other dancers are members of the subordinate caste. In this section, you’ll see the subordinate caste dancers performing & enjoying themselves. When the dominant dancer enters, they all bow & avoid eye contact as a… View Post
Director’s Cut: Cold Water
Cold Water: Created in 2007, Performed in 2016 I’m 24 years old & driving down Roswell Road when I get the call from my mom . . Char, It’s Cancer. Okay. We are going to fight this. I’m going to win. Okay. What are the next steps? I’m super calm under pressure so there was no emotional breakdown or outburst,… View Post
Director’s Cut: Blackout
Blackout: Created in 2012, Redesign Coming in 2022 BLACKOUT was named after this definition: “a suppression of information, especially one imposed on the media by the government – a period during which a particular activity is prohibited.” I had always been fascinated by the dehumanizing of groups of people. How is it possible to look at another human being as a sickness, not… View Post
Get a jump start of your holiday early & you’ll be full of cheer all season long!
If you’re like us, celebrating the holidays before Thanksgiving can initially feel WRONG. What happened to being thankful & gathering around the table? Santas come after Turkeys!! But about 15 years ago, I changed my mind. I LOVE the holidays and I go ALL OUT – Decorations, gift givings, wrapping, ribbons, baking, parties, movies, music, EVERYTHING. When I wait to… View Post
5 things to know before you come to Once Upon A Holiday:
We couldn’t be more merry about our upcoming performance at the Avalon! We pride ourselves on being a long-standing tradition with local families and filling each & every one with holiday cheer. With our new venue, here’s 5 things to know before you come: Get here early! There’s plenty of shops to visit & yummy treats to experience at the… View Post