Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Blows into Town

Meryl Cates | Aug 06, 2008 | 0

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago dancers

It's been years since I've seen Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, but their performance was not soon forgotten.  I saw them in a smaller theater in Albany, NY and thought that each piece they performed was so different from one another, I couldn't quite peg what style company they were.  But for the 30 yr. old company, it's not about sticking to one particular area of dance. The choreography is a combination of styles that makes for a smooth fusion of contemporary ballet and modern, while in other pieces a hit of traditional dances from other cultures.  

Having used so many different choreographers makes for a great cross section of international dance. It feels as if the company is showing its variety within each evening of performances; each work reflecting a different style, from pieces solely focused on the movement, to innovative installation pieces with dancers swinging on ropes.

The company has returned to the Joyce Theater in New York City for a two week run with a new piece commissioned by the Joyce called "Extremely Close".  Choreographed by company dancer Alejandro Cerrudo, anything set to the stirring music of Philip Glass always leaves me with the feeling that dance and Glass' music create some of the most harmonious moments on stage.

HSDC will be at the Joyce until August 16th, so if you're in the area check them out, or try to catch them at any of their other tour locations.

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Ballet, Modern, Enthusiast, Performance, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Joyce Theater, New York City (all tags)