Leading the way, as a destination for innovation through courageous and cutting-edge programming, Complexions has become a force to be reckoned with. Under Rhoden’s direction, Complexions has become a dance institution that is much in demand. CCB is widely considered as “America’s Original Multicultural Dance Company”, and is celebrated for its pioneering spirit, and the building of a universal brand that continues to challenge traditional ideas, and redefine possibilities in the dance arena. Together they have brought their unique brand of contemporary dance to the world for nearly 2 decades. In 1994, Rhoden and legendary dancer Desmond Richardson founded Complexions Contemporary Ballet. As a performer, he has appeared in numerous television specials, documentaries and commercials throughout the United States, Canada and Europe and has been a featured performer on many PBS “Great Performances” specials. For more information and tickets please click the button below.įounding Artistic Director/Resident Choreographer of Complexionsĭwight Rhoden has established a remarkably wide-ranging career, earning distinction from The New York Times as “one of the most sought out choreographers of the day.” A native of Dayton, Ohio who began dancing at age 17, Rhoden has performed with Dayton Contemporary Dance Company, Les Ballet Jazz De Montreal and as a principal dancer with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
MOT is happy to support this presentation that will take place in Music Hall’s brand-new outdoor amphitheater just adjacent to its historic building July 31, 2021. Join Jon Teeuwissen and Kim Smith on July 20 for a discussion with Dwight Rhoden, Founding Artistic Director/Resident Choreographer of Complexions dance company. A bold and dynamic socially conscious one-act ballet featuring the full company that examines our humanity in conjunction with today’s political climate. We will be looking at a piece titled ‘WOKE.’ This peice is a physical reaction to the daily news. Having presented an entirely new and exciting vision of human movement on 5-continents, over 20-countries, to over 20-million television viewers and to well over 300,000 people in live audiences, Complexions is poised to continue its mission to bring unity to the world one dance at a time.
Today, Complexions represents one of the most recognized, diverse, inclusive and respected performing arts brands in the World. Founded in 1994 by Master Choreographer Dwight Rhoden and the legendary Desmond Richardson with a singular approach to reinventing dance through a groundbreaking mix of methods, styles and cultures. This month we are highlighting Complexions Contemporary Ballet, a company known for its groundbreaking mix of styles ranging from ballet to hip hop. July 2021- Complexions Contemporary Ballet - WOKE Complexions Contemporary Ballet – WOKE – Photo: Nina Wurtzel
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