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Fall Dance Concert

November 22, 23, 24, 2024

Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall

Patrons who enjoy discovering the kaleidoscope of ways the artform manifests won’t want to miss this concert! Each piece will be a testament to the power and fearlessness of the human spirit. Faculty choreographers present work in genres ranging from modern/contemporary to ballet to jazz. Work by guest choreographer Amirah Sackett, an internationally recognized hip-hop dancer, choreographer, and educator, serves as the finale of this repertoire concert. Sackett embodies her Muslim American identity through combining hip-hop movement and Islamic themes.

Produced by Maya Tillman-Rayton
Scenic Design by Dennis Christilles
Costume Design by Kelly Vogel
Lighting Design by Elliot Bowman
Production Stage Management by Jenna Link

Digital Program

Bubbles Drop

Choreography by Cullen Krishna & Anna Shelton
Dancers: McKenna Bizal, Morgan Blanton, Dinah Criswell, Sofia Dunkelberger, Mia Godinez, Cullen Krishna, Marti Lond, Abigail Lorenz, Alaina Rossell, Paul Ruf (understudy), Madi Seelye, Emily Shaw, Anna Shelton, and Annika Yoder

¿Te suena?

Choreography by Marisa Plasencia
Dancers: Maren Benz, JT Czoch, Sofia Dunkelberger, Alyssa Harris, Keaja Hodge, Jadyn Kaufman, Jazmyne Le, Alexandria Lefler, Esther McBride, and Natalie Remack

Exist in the Art

Choreography by Claire Buss
Dancers: Morgan Blanton, Rylee Brown, Nicole Fronek, Mia Godinez, Kaylee Lempke, Abigail Lorenz, Ella Nadeau, Sarah Perez, Dylan Pope, Madi Seelye, Anna Shelton, Nikolette Treadwell, and Stephanie Wirth

Otra Vez

Choreographed by Michelle Heffner Hayes, with Christian Boudreaux
Dancers: Penelope Brown, Tara Burgat, Cullen Krishna, Kate Long, Eliana Rundus, and Elizabeth Wellman

Nobody

Choreography by Cullen Krishna
Dancers: Maren Benz, McKenna Bizal, Jadyn Kaufman, Cullen Krishna, Alexandria Lefler, Dylan Pope, Mallory Price, and Anna Shelton

From the Ashes

Choreography by Ashley Brittingham
Dancers: Masie Cowdin (understudy), Sofia Dunkelberger, Penelope Guezuraga, Sophia Harrison, Jillian Housh (understudy), Alex Hunt, Sloane Smith, Sephanie Wirth, and Claire Yarborough

Flashing/strobing lights are used in this piece.

Olive Branch

Choreography by Amirah Sackett
Dancers: Abby Boyd, Alexandria Demps, Nicole Fronek, Mia Godinez, Nick Lange, Alexandria Lefler, Kaylee Lempke, Mahika Meesa, Anna Shelton (understudy), Quinn Stahley, Joslyn Vetock, and Rizzy Xiong


Ticket Information

  • Tickets are available in person at the University Theatre Box Office in Murphy Hall, by calling 785-864-3982, or online at the links below.

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Ticket Prices

  • Adults - $25

  • Children - $10

  • Senior Citizens - $20

  • KU Faculty/Staff - $20

  • KU Students - $15 ($10 if purchased in advance)