Saint Mary’s College Dance Company Marks 20th Anniversary

From Saint Mary’s College of California: The Saint Mary’s College Dance Company celebrates 20 years of outstanding and diverse dance performances with 'Rise.' An evening of new works, this spring showcase features the choreography of the College’s award-winning dance faculty, including: CatherineMarie Davalos, Pope Flyne, Dana Lawton, Rogelio Lopez, Elizebeth Randall Rains, Dima and Olga Sukachov, and Shaunna Vella, as well as guest artist and graduate student, Zaquia Mahler Salinas.

'Rise' depicts how individuals overcome contemporary challenges with love, strength, humor, intelligence and grace. The production runs May 11-13, 2017 in the LeFevre Theater at Saint Mary’s College, 1928 St. Mary’s Road, Moraga, Calif. 94575

“As the director of 'Rise,' our 20th anniversary show, I am honored to support and present the thoughtful work of our esteemed faculty and witness the stunning artistry of our talented dancers,” said Shaunna Vella. “This milestone gives us the opportunity to reflect on the history of our program and the many dancers who have been integral to the Saint Mary’s College Dance Company.”

Where: LeFevre Theatre, Saint Mary’s College, 1928 Saint Mary’s Road, Moraga CA, 94575

When: 8 p.m. May 11–13, 2017, 4 p.m. May 13, 2017

Tickets:

• $15 - General Admission | $10 - SMC Faculty/Staff, Non-SMC Students, Seniors | $5 - SMC Students
• Online at stmarys-ca.edu/dance-rise

20th Anniversary Reception: 6 p.m. May 12, 2017, SMC Art Museum Courtyard

The College invites the public to celebrate the SMC Dance Company’s 20th anniversary at a free special pre-performance reception in the SMC Art Museum. Mingle with choreographers, dance program alumni, enjoy appetizers, live music by the SMC Music Department, and free admission to the museum. Located at the SMC Art Museum Courtyard, the reception is a short walk to the LeFevre Theater.

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Photo courtesy of Saint Mary’s College of California