Valentine
Pas De Deux
Video courtesy of hmsmedia.com
“A saucy, witty, wacko interplay between…antagonists in a whimsical boxing ring.”
—Ann Holmes, Houston Chronicle
A quirky and humorous look at the battle of the sexes using a boxing arena as the setting for staccato and contemporary movement. It is really a dance for three, including the solo double bassist.
Choreography:
Gerald Arpino
Music:
Jacob Druckman
Costume Design:
Estelle Sommers
Lighting Design:
Kevin Dreyer after the original Jennifer Tipton
Premiere:
March 10, 1971
Running Time:
10 minutes
Sets:
Yes