Complexions

Pulsating “with energy and pure sensual heat” (The New York Times), Complexions ignites The New Vic stage with a scorching program of Company classics and a world premiere. Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson’s exhilarating ensemble continues to thrill audiences with works like “Pretty Gritty Suite,” an homage to Nina Simone, and “Higher Ground,” a celebration of the joys and struggles of modern life set to the music of Earth, Wind and Fire.

Showcasing a company of dynamic dancers from a variety of races, cultures and backgrounds, Rhoden’s choreography pushes dance to the edge with its razor sharp pointework, lyrical floorwork, pyrotechnic leaps and soulful gestures. With this global microcosm of talent, it’s no wonder why Complexions has shot to the forefront of the American dance scene.