Dance Repertory Theatre’s Rooted in Motion is a tapestry of original choreographic works, transporting audiences to four unique worlds. Each choreographer has their own specific aesthetic influences and dance backgrounds, expanded and emphasized by their dancers, designers and creative teams. The pieces in this dance concert investigate the power and comfort of community and the ever-evolving realization of our inner selves. They look towards the future while uncovering the past. Between the four pieces, they pull from hip hop, jazz, ballet, post-modern and Nigerian dance forms and styles. We spoke with choreographers Makaila Natividad, Vanessa Anspaugh, Sinclair Emoghene and EG Gionfriddo to understand the distinct processes and influences behind the works on stage as part of Rooted in Motion.

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