Dance Theatre of Harlem will be at Guild Hall in East Hampton on Friday, July 25, at 8 PM.
Members of Dance Theatre of Harlem and Artistic Director Robert Garland make their Hamptons debut, offering a compelling exploration of the company’s rich history.
For more than 56 years, Dance Theatre of Harlem has reshaped the landscape of classical ballet, fusing rigorous technique with a bold contemporary vision. Founded by Arthur Mitchell in the wake of the civil rights movement, the company has become a beacon of inclusion and excellence, redefining what ballet can be and who it can represent.
This intimate program provides an inside look at the company’s artistic evolution through performance excerpts and narration, highlighting signature works from its acclaimed repertoire. Audiences will gain insight into the stylistic influences of co-founder Arthur Mitchell, the neoclassical brilliance of George Balanchine, and the innovative choreography of Robert Garland.
For more info, visit guildhall.org/events/dance-theatre-of-harlem.