Brandon Talbott, dressed in black shorts, leaps above Nia Davis, dressed in a black slip dress

Resident Company

SPRINGTEN

Visceral Dance Chicago

Performances

Apr 28 Fri

Visceral Dance Chicago presents SPRINGTEN, a celebration 10 years at Visceral. The show features Impetere, the first work Founder/Artistic Director, Nick Pupillo, created on the company. Also returning are audience favorites, Keep, an intimate duet by Pupillo and Ruff Celts, a fun and rousing work by German based, Irish choreographer, Marguerite Donlon. The program will also include the newest creation, Name It, by Israeli choreographer, Danielle Agami and a shocking world premiere by Pupillo. SPRINGTEN showcases the growth and impressive coming-of-age of this dynamic Chicago company, one with “strong athleticism, a dense and inherent technical proficiency, and a lot of passion” (LA Splash).

Visceral Dance Chicago, founded and led by Artistic Director Nick Pupillo, has been engaging and connecting its artists with audiences since 2013 and is now a nationally and internationally recognized driving force in contemporary dance. The company has developed a diverse and respected repertoire that continues to challenge audiences’ expectations. Visceral Dance exemplifies Pupillo’s daring vision to explore the infinite possibilities of contemporary movement and present the best of emerging, established, and innovative choreographers. The company has been praised for its exceptional technicality, diversity, versatility, and daring athleticism. Dance Center, which offers classes for youth and adults seven days a week, taught by industry professionals. Visceral Dance Center is known for its positive environment, exceptional faculty, and a brand-new, spacious state-of-the art facility located in the Avondale neighborhood along the Chicago River. This new space serves the growing needs of the entire Chicago arts community, which uses the building for rehearsals, workshops, and auditions, and also includes an in-house theater space, The Ann Barzel Theater, available for performances and special events.