2002

ARTISTIC FEATS  The world premiere of Jan Bartoszek’s Ache of the Arc, “an emotionally moving ensemble piece…a response to the events of September 11th”, opened at The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago to critical acclaim.  “Set against a backdrop of walls and ladders, it visually contrasts the human capacity for extraordinary kindness and profound cruelty through ascending and descending movements.”, Chicago Tribune.  Artistic Associate Peter Sciscioli’s new work, Last April, along with, guest choreographers Charlie Vernon’s Dance of Many Lands (1982) and Renée Wadleigh’s Opus 38 (2001), were also well-received. The Company performed Ache of the Arc and After the Fall, Desire (1999), two dance creations by Jan Bartoszek, at several dance showcases throughout metropolitan Chicago including Choreography Now, Dance Chicago, The Other Dance Festival and Ravinia’s “Meet the Artists”.

Peter Sciscioli (Company Member 1997-2002)
“Ache of the Arc…had all of the characteristics that I felt defined Hedwig at that time – inventive partnering, strong theatricality, integration of props and a set, use of shadow, strong, expressive movement and a deep connection with the music. I remember it being episodic and interesting in its structure, and that it seemed to use everyone’s strengths well.”