ODC/Dance "Gifts of Solace"

ODC/Dance "Gifts of Solace"

October 20 & 21, 2018
San Francisco Trolley Dances, Mission Creek Park

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Now in its 15th year, San Francisco Trolley Dances is a two-day, public performance curated by Epiphany Dance Theater artistic director Kim Epifano. Using specific sites along San Francisco’s MUNI route, artists are invited to create a short piece in response to the physical environment.

Kimi Okada creates a tribute to all the things that offer solace - nature, family, friends, and the unconditional love from dogs. The site-specific piece consists of two parts - featuring a team of 8 dogs.

 

  • Here’s the chance for you and your dog to perform with renowned contemporary dance company ODC/Dance in Gifts of Solace, a piece choreographed by Tony-nominated choreographer Kimi Okada for the 15th anniversary of Trolley Dances.

    Dogs will be on leash the whole time, and will close the piece with 2-3 minutes of performance time. Owners will lead the dogs on leash in choreographed walking patterns, with designated sits and lie downs. Possible running with the dog.

    Dogs must be able to do the following:

    • Remain calm on leash around other dogs, and dancers actively dancing around the owner/dog. Barkers not suitable
    • Must be able to sit and lie down on command (treats motivation is fine!)

     

    Rehearsal/Performance schedule.

    Please indicate which team (A, B, or C) you could commit to. It is possible to participate in more than one team.

     

    Rain or shine!

    • 2 – 3 Saturday rehearsals, 1 hour, onsite, exact dates TBA (sometime in July/August/September (Teams A, B, and C)
    • Saturday, October 13, 10:00am-12:00pm, Dress rehearsal at 10:30am (teams A, B, and C)
    • Team A: Friday, October 19th (4 performances)
      9:30am call time | Shows at 11:00am, 11:45am, 12:30pm, and 1:45pm | 2:00pm done for day
    • Team B: Saturday, October 20 (6 performances)
      10:30am call time | Shows at 11:00am, 11:45am, 12:30pm, 1:15pm, 2:00pm, 2:45pm | 3:00pm done for day
    • Team C: Sunday, October 21 (6 performances)
      10:30am call time | Shows at 11:00am, 11:45am, 12:30pm, 1:15pm, 2:00pm, 2:45pm | 3:00pm done for day

    Dogs will have a designated rest area between shows with water and treats available. There will be a small stipend as a token of appreciation for your time.

    Please RSVP to Kimi Okada, kimi@odc.dance