{"id":51523,"date":"2013-11-10T19:46:11","date_gmt":"2013-11-11T00:46:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/?p=51523"},"modified":"2013-11-10T15:52:50","modified_gmt":"2013-11-10T20:52:50","slug":"phoenix-project-dance-returns-to-the-palace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madisoncountycourier.com\/?p=51523","title":{"rendered":"Phoenix Project Dance Returns to The Palace"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"palacetheater_Phoenix<\/a>(Hamilton, NY \u2013 Nov. 2013) Last year\u2019s show sold out so this year\u00a0Phoenix Project Dance\u00a0will perform for two nights at The Palace Theater.<\/p>\n

Known for their demanding partnering, featuring balance and counter-balance, innovative lifts, and daring throws, it\u2019ll defy your senses, illuminate your spirit, and blow your mind.\u00a0Phoenix Project Dance,\u00a0featuring a large ensemble performs a variety of unique dance numbers on The Palace Theater stage\u00a0Friday, Nov. 22 and\u00a0Saturday, Nov. 23, 8 p.m.\u00a0each night.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is awesome to be part of a company which is so physically demanding, yet has such clear artistic vision.\u00a0The power and strength required is countered by elegance and grace, and performing the choreography which brings the two together is both a joy and a challenge,\u201d said Robin Wonka, a dance member. \u201cIt is no wonder that dancers will travel long distances, and sacrifice a great deal, to perform with the company,\u201d she continued. \u00a0\u201cIt is an experience like no other.\u201d<\/p>\n

One new piece was inspired by a true event.\u00a0Lightning Sonata\u00a0will be performed by special guest and local orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Anthony Cicoria. Several years ago Dr. Cicoria was struck by lightning which sparked an incredible ability to compose and play the piano. His piece reflects this experience and provides beautiful live music to accompany the dancers. Additional music from a wide variety of genres sets the stage, and adds depth and emotion to each work, including pieces such as\u00a0Conference of the Birds\u00a0and\u00a0The Maker Makes.<\/p>\n

Allison O’Neill, Phoenix Project Board member states, “We, as a Board are very excited to\u00a0see Phoenix Project return to\u00a0Hamilton. It is our mission to stimulate the arts in Central NY. \u00a0I think\u00a0the audience will be thrilled\u00a0with the power in the performance as well as the variety between pieces.\u00a0It is professional dance\u00a0brought locally, which provides a great night out!”<\/p>\n

Founded in 2004,\u00a0the company is inspired by the idea of the bird reborn from the ashes of its own demise. The re-invention of one\u2019s self is the driving force behind the Phoenix Project\u2019s artistic vision, and each dance projects power, passion and elegance. Amber and Michael Perkins, of Norwich, NY are the creative force for the company, which trains in central New York, and is dedicated to keeping the arts alive in rural communities throughout the state and the country.<\/p>\n

Nationally award winning choreographers, Amber and Mike treasure the lifestyle of their small hometown, and have eschewed big city living to ensure opportunities for aspiring dancers in their own back yard. Bringing their vision and world class artistry to audiences in theaters, like the Palace, fulfills their dream. No stranger to larger venues, the company has performed at the Thang Dao Contemporary Dance Festival in Manhattan, the Downtown Dance Festival in Battery Park, and in Bavaria, Germany, as part of \u201cNew York Feet.\u201d<\/p>\n

In 2004, Amber Perkins was awarded the \u201cSpirit of Elan\u201d award for her choreography in the company\u2019s presentation of\u00a0Firebird. Amber and Mike are sought after as teachers of master classes throughout the U.S. and Canada, and members of the company have toured the world with Pilobolus and Garth Fagan Dance, among others.<\/p>\n

But the joys of living and working in upstate New York, and the unique and powerful style that defines the Phoenix Project keep bringing the dancers back to Norwich.<\/p>\n

Tickets for Phoenix Project Dance are $15 for youth 17 and under and $20 for adults 18 and older, and are available by calling\u00a0315.824.1420. Seating is general admission and on a first come-first served basis. The house opens at7:30 p.m. Group rates are available for 20 or more. Reservations are highly recommended.<\/p>\n

The Palace Theater is located at 19 Utica St. in Hamilton.<\/p>\n

Visit www.palacetheater.org<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about this and other performances during their 7th\u00a0season of live entertainment.<\/p>\n

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