Presented by Owensboro Dance Theatre and back by popular demand, Lehrer Dance returns to Owensboro for a brand-new concert will be held at the RiverPark Center on Friday, October 20th, 2017 at 7:00 PM. This concert is sure to leave you on the edge of your seat or laughing the night away with all Lehrer Dance has to offer!
Lehrer Dance will showcase two new and original works created by founder Jon Lehrer. First, “Pulp” a full comedy piece inspired by the physical comedy of Buster Keaton with a nod to the films and music of Quentin Tarantino films. They will also be showcasing a new piece called “Troika” a new all male trio about the power of three.” Lehrer Dance is known for their power and the athleticism they bring to the dance world. This concert is sure to give Owensboro a taste of something one would likely see in the theaters of New York City!
Also new to the concert this year is the Community Connect Dance Project. Dancers from schools in the surrounding area will be joining Owensboro Dance Theatre to perform the opening number for the concert, choreographed by Jon Lehrer! This project was developed to bring dancers throughout the community together, bridging diversity through dance. Dance is a universal language, understood by and connecting all individuals regardless of physical or social characteristics. Over fifty students from our high schools will take the stage together, showcasing their talent and passion for the art of dance. These dancers will work one on one with a world-renowned choreographer, being exposed to his years of experience, knowledge, and success while he mentors each dancer to follow their dreams.
Lehrer Dance is a professional dance company based out of Buffalo, NY founded and under the direction of Jon Lehrer. Jon’s extensive background in both modern and jazz dance idioms foster choreography that is organic, artistic, accessible and often humorous, reflecting life experience and the human condition. The Lehrer Dance style is based on three main elements of movement: Circularity, 3-Dimensionality, and Momentum. Lehrer Dance has performed around the world and has received rave reviews since their establishment in 2007. Dance Magazine stated, “Lehrer Dance took the house not so much by storm as by quantum physics,” and Galerie Ortenau in Pffenburg, Germany declares, “Dynamic, Powerful, Elegant – Lehrer Dance brings an absolute passion for the dance.”
Founder of Lehrer Dance, Jon Lehrer danced with the Erick Hawkins Dance Company, Paul Sanasardo, John Passafiume Dancers, in Merv Griffin’s “Funderful” in Atlantic City, NJ, and the Radio City Rockettes Christmas Spectacular. Jon danced with Giordano Jazz Dance Chicago (GJDC) and was given the position of Associate Director two years later. Jon became the resident choreographer, creating seven original works on GJDC and continues today choreographing for companies around the world! He has been on the faculty of the Jazz Dance World Congress, Dance Masters of America, Dance Teacher Summer Conference, Dance Spirit Magazine and many more.
Owensboro Dance Theatre would like to welcome you to partake in enjoying a night captivated by professional dance. This concert will not leave you disappointed with the professionalism you will see right here in Owensboro, Kentucky!
Come and see Lehrer Dance at the downtown RiverPark Center on October 20th, 2017, at 7:00 PM.
For tickets please call the RiverPark Center box office or visit the RiverPark Center at RiverParkCenter.org.
