choreographed by Brooklyn-based artist, Gillian Walsh

October 23 4:30-6:30pm

“[I]n its uncompromising use of stillness, slowness and repetition, it distills the endlessness of the dancer’s quest, which may, after all, be inexplicable to the public, known only to the dancer herself.” –New York Times

Emptiness, stillness, and refusal are sources of great creativity to the Brooklyn-based artist, Gillian Walsh. At the core of her work is a love-hate relationship with the medium of dance, a friction that often translates into highly formalist performances which can feel uninviting at first sight. Behind the seemingly hermetic surface of Walsh’s repetitive dances, however, lies a sincere attempt to carve out a new role for dance as an artistic medium to experiment with non-capitalist temporalities and create new spaces for collective experiences.

This performance will take place outdoors. Please wear warm clothing and comfortable shoes. Seating will not be provided. Please bring your own blanket or folding chairs if needed. Audience members are invited to stay for the duration of the performance or come and go as needed. In the case of inclement weather, the performance will be held in the barn. Tea and warm drinks will be provided and a bonfire will follow the performance.