Moving Forces

Friday, October 30 at 7:30PM
Saturday, October 31 at 7:30PM
Sunday, November 1 at 2:30PM

Experience the power of movement, storytelling and artistic expression as the Dance Ensemble presents Moving Forces, a captivating program showcasing the versatility, athleticism and creativity of Shenandoah’s talented dancers. Featuring original choreography by faculty artists Ben Howard, Angela Dice Nguyen and Katherine Zukeri, alongside a special guest work by Ali Koinoglou, this dynamic performance explores themes of identity, connection, resilience and transformation through four distinctive works.

The program opens with Ben Howard’s How Dust Organizes Itself, a playful work incorporating elements of immersive theatre, followed by Angela Dice Nguyen’s Encore, a three-part exploration of movement and renewal. Katherine Zukeri’s Maria.Billie.Annie.Diana.Susie reimagines five women immortalized in Michael Jackson’s iconic songs, reclaiming their stories through a powerful celebration of agency, individuality and empowerment. The evening culminates with guest choreographer Ali Koinoglou’s What the Light Lets In, an evocative five-movement journey through belonging, uncertainty, love and hope that explores the possibilities that emerge when we remain open to change.