Summer Series ~ 2019
Dates + Locations:
6, 13, 20, 27, July 2019- Bute Robson Plaza, Vancouver
7, 14, 21, 28, July 2019- North Vancouver Shipyards Polygon Gallery
in July 2019, Small Stage blossomed with another incredible Summer Series! From tapping in the Polygon Fountain to twirling next to the hustle and bustle of Robson Street, the Summer Series brought the public a unique and memorable performance.
For this year’s show, dancers took inspiration from their favourite summer flowers to create incredible performances that made audiences say “What in carnation?!” Each show featured a variety of different dance pieces rooted in contemporary styles. These foot-traffic-stopping shows provided the perfect complement to a Vancouver summer evening to entertain lovers of dance and passers-by alike.
Our stage sprouted up in Bute Robson Plaza and the North Vancouver Shipyards every Saturday and Sunday throughout the month.
Saturdays at Bute Robson Plaza + Sundays outside the Polygon Gallery
works by↓
Desiree Dubar
Kirsten Wicklund
Olivia Shaffer
Greer Whillans
Jacq Smith
Jojo Zolina + House of la Douche: Johmar Soyum, Ikue Ueno, Gerwyn Frias, Michelle Underwood, Sean Def, Jojo Zolina
Alexandra Clancy
Lisa Rose Metz
Ana Sosa
Devan Genereux
Sarah Formosa
Andrew Haydock
the bandits: Dylan Macphail, Rebekah Gill, Payton Miller, Mckenzie Witter, Brooke Doble, Jaden Turner
Mike WT. Allen
Ashton Sweet
Spencer Schroening
Riley Johnson
Program information↓
tip tap + splish splash
Dancer/Choreographer: Alexandra Clancy, Bryn Suzanne Kinders (21, 27, 28 July)
Musicians: Mike WT. Allen, Ashton Sweet, Spencer Schoening, Riley Johnson (6, 7, 20 July)
Music: Original music composed by Mike WT Allen & Alexandra Clancy
Special Thanks to Julie-anne and Small Stage for the opportunity to create and explore dance and music, and the support to share new work.
moondance
Choreographers: Devan Genereux, Sarah Formosa
Dancers: Devan Genereux, Sarah Formosa, Andrew Haydock (20, 21, 27 + 28 July)
Music: Van Morrison
We would like to thank Small Stages for their continued support and this opportunity to create.
break free
27 + 28 July, 2019
Dancer/Choreographer: Jojo Zolina
Music: Break Free, Queen
house of la douche
27 + 28 July, 2019
Director: Jojo Zolina
Choreographers: Jhomar Soyum, Ikue Ueno, Jojo Zolina
Dancers/Performers: Gerwyn Frias, Ikue Ueno, Jhomar Soyum, Jojo Zolina, Michelle Underwood, Sean Def
Music: Run Boy Run - Wood Kid, Love Yourself (Portrait of DNA) - Oveous , Body - Cherie Lily
untitled
Dancer/Choreographer: Kirsten Wicklund
Music: Imprints
the bandits
Choreographers: Ana Sosa + Lisa Rose Metz
Dancers: Dylan Macphail, Rebekah Gill, Brooke Doble, Jaden Turner, Mckenzie Witter, Payton Miller
Group Number: Music: Come On! Feel The Illinois! by Sufjan
StevensDuet: Music: Remind Me by Emily King
life after
Dancers/ Choreographers: Ana Sosa (6 + 7, 13+14 July) Lisa Rose Metz (20+21, 27+28 July)
Music: Life after Defo by Deptford Goth
totally like whatever, you know
20 + 21 July, 2019
Dancer/Choreographer: Jacq Smith
Poem: “Totally Like Whatever, You Know”
Inspired to compose movement and physicality when listening to the words of the poem “Totally Like Whatever, You Know”
oh wonder
20 + 21 July, 2019
Dancer/Choreographer: Greer Whillans
Music: Oh Wonder - Body Gold (Louis The Child Remix)
This particular piece is inspired by discovery + exploration. The Shipyards + Bute Plaza are both ever-evolving spaces of innovation, designed to encourage socializing, build community, and repurpose previously un-used places. Places Greer thinks are meant to inspire you to slow down, take a breath, and admire the beauty of the city.
senescence
13 + 14 July, 2019
Choreographer / Performer : Olivia Shaffer
Music: Peter Gregson
This is an excerpt of a longer work that will be premiered at the Annex Theatre on November 16-17, 2019, presented by New Works.
Senescence is a personal reflection into my caregiving journey, through my father’s struggle with Parkinson’s disease and dementia.
senescence (/sɪˈnɛsəns/): biological aging; the gradual deterioration of functional characteristics that occurs in the mind and body.
moment of arrival
6 + 7 July, 2019
Dancer/ Choreographer: Desiree Dunbar
Music: Max Richter, In the Nature of Daylight
Flower crown: Travis Battaglia
in partnership with:
