PRESS RELEASE
For immediate release
November 20, 2014
Media Contact
Jane Gendron
(435) 640-3315
jgendron@jgendron.com
Park City Institute Presents
Parsons Dance
December 20, 2014
PARK CITY, UT – “One of the hottest tickets in contemporary American dance” (The Toronto
Star), Parsons Dance Company soars onto Park City’s Eccles Center stage for an encore
performance on Dec. 20. Stunning athleticism meets joyous movement in a mixed repertory
performance featuring new pieces as well as beloved creations by the world-renowned
choreographer, David Parsons. Curtain rises at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available by calling 435-6553114 or online at EcclesCenter.org.
Four sizzling pieces are on tap for the evening: New Orleans inspired “Whirlaway,” set to the music
of legendary jazz trumpeter Allen Toussaint; Trey McIntyre’s duet “Hymn;” the new work of former
Parsons dancer and Generation NOW Fellow Natalie Lomonte; and two classic works by David
Parsons, his signature piece “Caught” (featuring a soloist leaping more than 100 times as strobe
lights create the illusion of flight) and “Bachiana,” a humorous look at the formality and grandeur of
baroque tradition set to Bach.
Since 1985, this contemporary company of eight virtuosic and gorgeous dancers has brought
precision and exuberance to stages around the globe. Founder and artistic director, David Parsons,
who has been called “one of modern dance’s great living dance-makers” (New York Magazine) and
“one of the great movers of modern dance” (The New York Times), is a prolific choreographer with a
vision of building audiences for contemporary dance. Maintaining a repertoire of more than 70 works
(20 of which have commissioned scores), the company stays true to its mission “to deliver positive,
affirming and life-enriching experiences to audiences world-wide… to create and perform dance
works of extraordinary artistry that engage and motivate diverse audiences.”
Parsons Dance Company has the gift of delivering tremendous joy with each performance. One
Washington Post reviewer admitted to a “twinge of guilt that comes from finding Parsons so much
fun.” And critics repeatedly tout the dancers for their energy, sexiness, exquisite technique and
daredevil flair. The company’s feel-good style is accompanied by artistry and depth. As The Toronto
Star puts it, “Parsons provides choreography that’s consistently intelligent, witty, well-crafted, and
humane.”
Formerly a lead dancer with The Paul Taylor Dance Company, Mr. Parsons has received the Dance
Magazine Award, the prestigious American Choreography Award and commissions from companies
such as New York City Ballet and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
“We are honored to have Mr. Parsons and his gorgeous troupe in Park City for this inspired and
inspiring performance. Perhaps even more exciting is the fact that he will be here to participate in our
student outreach program – along with several of the dancers,” says PCI executive director Teri Orr.
Details on student outreach and master classes will be available in coming weeks.
TICKETS AND INFORMATION
Park City Institute presents Parsons Dance Company on Saturday, December 20. This mixed
repertory performance takes place at The George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Center for the
Performing Arts (1750 Kearns Blvd., Park City). Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $20 to
$69* (20-percent discount for seniors, ½ price tickets for children ages 16 and under; $5 seats are
available in the Copper Section for Summit County students (K-12).
Tickets and information are available at The Eccles Center box office, 435-655-3114 or
www.ecclescenter.org.
Upcoming Eccles Center Shows and Events:
Disney’s Choo-Choo Soul “with Genevieve!” - December 6, 2014
Parsons Dance Company - December 20, 2014
Cirque Mechanics Pedal Punk - December 30, 2014
Jane Lynch - New Year’s Eve
Keb’ Mo’ - January 3, 2015
Green River Ordinance - January 10, 2015
Mick Ebeling (CEO and Founder of Not Impossible Labs) – January 16, 2015
Aoife O’Donovan - January 17, 2015
MOMIX “Dreamcatcher” - February 7, 2015
Marcia Ball and Elvin Bishop - February 14, 2015
John Delaney (University of Washington Professor of Oceanography) – February 20, 2015
Lucia Micarelli - February 21, 2015
Sam Bush - February 28, 2015
L.A. Theatre Works “In the Heat of the Night” - March 8, 2015
Nancy Stagliano (Co-Founder and CEO, CytomX Therapeutics) – March 20, 2015
Suzanne Vega - March 21, 2015
Mummenschanz - April 4, 2015
Hot Sardines - April 11, 2015
An Evening with Neil Gaiman- April 18, 2015
Alonzo King LINES Ballet - April 25, 2015
* Please contact Jane Gendron for interview requests, review tickets and press information,
jgendron@jgendron.com or 435-640-3315.
ENTERTAINING, EDUCATING AND ILLUMINATING SINCE 1998
Park City Institute (formerly Park City Performing Arts Foundation) is a non-profit organization,
dedicated to bringing world-class performances and new ideas to the community. Founded in 1994, PCI
presents internationally renowned and cutting edge musicians, actors, authors, comedians, dancers,
speakers and film at The George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Center for the Performing Arts (a joint-use
facility with the Park City School District). PCI is dedicated to introducing young people to the arts
through free student outreach workshops, shows and demonstrations. The institute proudly launched the
Mega Genius Supply Store and IQ HQ – a free, after school literacy program and very thinky retail store
- in January 2010. And the organization continues to illuminate with TEDx events, Curiosities evenings
and The Park City Institute / Strategic News Service “Future in Review” Speaker Series. The
organization recently wrapped up its11th season of summer concerts at Deer Valley Resort.
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