Dance Theatre of Harlem’s iconic Firebird places the Russian folk tale about a magical bird that triumphs over evil in an exotic Caribbean setting. John Taras’ choreography to Stravinsky’s familiar score was further enlivened by sets and costumes by Geoffrey Holder. The DTH production, created in 1982, was a tremendous success wherever it played for more than 20 years.
In this video, past Dance Theatre of Harlem “Firebirds” reflect on dancing the iconic role in what became a signature work for the company. Former Principal dancers Christina Johnson, Kellye Saunders, Tai Jimenez, Bethania Gomes and Paunika Jones explore the opening Firebird solo, deconstruct the role from their experiences and coach company artists Crystal Serrano, Daphne Lee, Lindsey Donnell, Yinet Fernandez, Stephanie Rae Williams, Amanda Smith, Alicia Mae Holloway and Alexandra Hutchinson.
DTH On Demand is generously sponsored by Bloomberg Philanthropies.
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In this video, past Dance Theatre of Harlem “Firebirds” reflect on dancing the iconic role in what became a signature work for the company. Former Principal dancers Christina Johnson, Kellye Saunders, Tai Jimenez, Bethania Gomes and Paunika Jones explore the opening Firebird solo, deconstruct the role from their experiences and coach company artists Crystal Serrano, Daphne Lee, Lindsey Donnell, Yinet Fernandez, Stephanie Rae Williams, Amanda Smith, Alicia Mae Holloway and Alexandra Hutchinson.
DTH On Demand is generously sponsored by Bloomberg Philanthropies.
Learn more about DTH On Demand: https://bit.ly/2Mg9Z2Q
Visit our website to sign up for our mailing list and learn more about DTH: https://bit.ly/3gVcwxz
Support DTH's Forward Fund Today! : https://bit.ly/2VkZzU6
Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay connected to DTH https://bit.ly/3lsRhob
Shop our store: https://bit.ly/35MViNE
#Firebird #DanceTheatreofHarlem #DTHOnDemand