Roots and Wings

Artistic Directors David Justin and Charles O. Anderson

Presented by the Department of Theatre and Dance

Standing on a long tradition of excellence and innovation, UT’s award-winning ensemble Dance Repertory Theatre takes flight with Roots and Wings. The showcase presents exciting new dance works and re-staged masterpieces by nationally and internationally acclaimed guest artists, including famed choreographer Paul Taylor.

About Dance Repertory Theatre
The Department of Theatre and Dance’s celebrated dance company performed in the critically praised concert Catalyst in 2012, receiving two Austin Critics’ Table Award nominations. Dance Repertory Theatre recently presented work at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. and Tanzsommer International Festival in Austria.

Performance Dates:
Apr. 19, 20 at 8pm
Apr. 20, 21 at 2pm

Dance Decoded, a special pre-performance discussion, will be held on Friday, April 19 in conjunction with the Department of Theatre and Dance’s production Roots and Wings. Guest speakers include Roots and Wings artistic directors David Justin and Charles O. Anderson who will share their insight on the evening’s performance. Dance Decoded begins at 7:30 p.m. in the B. Iden Payne Theatre.