DANCE Bram Goldsmith Theater
THE WALLIS PRESENTS
BALLET JAZZ MONTREAL
DANCE ME - MUSIC BY LEONARD COHEN
May 10, 2024 - May 11, 2024
Dance Me is an exclusive creation inspired by the rich and profound work of Montreal-based poet, artist and songwriter, Leonard Cohen.
Approved by Cohen during his lifetime, this riveting homage to the famed artist evokes the grand cycles of existence in five seasons, as described in Cohen’s deeply reflective music and poems.
Three internationally renowned choreographers were entrusted with putting movement to Cohen’s legendary songs: Andonis Foniadakis, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa and Ihsan Rustem. Their powerful and profound choreographic world reflective of Cohen’s singular work is brought to life by 14 Ballet Jazz Montreal performing artists.
Surrounded by a team of celebrated designers, Dance Me combines scenic, visual, musical, dramaturgical, and choreographic writing to pay tribute to Montreal’s greatest ambassador. Dance, music, lighting, scenography, and videography all come together in this unforgettable show.
SONGS FEATURED
“Suzanne” (1967); “Famous Blue Raincoat” (1971); “Nevermind” (2014); “First We Take Manhattan” (1988); “It Seemed the Better Way” (2016); “String Reprise/Treaty” (2016); “A Thousand Kisses Deep” (poem); “Here it Is” (2001); “Lover, Lover, Lover” (1974); “Dance Me to the End of Love” (Live in London, 2009); “Boogie Street” (Live in London, 2009); “Steer Your Way” (2016); “Everybody Knows” (2001); “Tower of Song” (1988); “So Long, Marianne” (1967)
RUNNING TIME: 80 minutes, no intermission.
“Leonard Cohen’s art and soul shine on in this stirring tribute.” - The Telegraph
“The beautiful technique and preciseness throughout the evening of excellence was so complimentary to Mr. Cohen's visions and words, and gave voice to his beliefs and musings.” - Broadway World
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This production is made possible by generous support from
Joan Selwyn and Marc Selwyn, Geof and Laura Wyatt in Memory of Paul Selwyn