Shannon Hummel/Cora Dance’s latest work, Because, is an expansive, intimate, and existential exhibition of athleticism, humanity, and nostalgia. Because, like gyms, we are the same and different at every age; Because memory is just as much an act of fantasy as a recollection of fact; Because all that is certain is the end, there will be a party in a gym. And we hope it’s one to remember. 

This special Tuesday, February 18 performance of Because at the Appomattox Regional Governor’s School Reception features musical performances by ARGS students, a talk-back between artists and audience, and a reception following the performance.

Tickets are $25 or PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN at the door or in advance by clicking here.

Because

Choreography: Shannon Hummel in collaboration with dancers Nikki Assanti, Ross Honaker, Ammara Shafqat, Keon Washington (with additional contributions by Katie Dean)

Original Score: Hans Bilger including work by Fiona Apple, The Alan Parsons Project, Pink Floyd, and The College of Wooster Marching Band. Photos by Jada Callendar. Poster by Shannon Hummel.

Nikki Assanti and Ammara Shafqat in Shannon Hummel/Cora Dance’s Because. Click above for a sneak peek!