Nikolais Dance Theatre

featuring Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company Alwin Nikolais (1910-1993) was the master of innovative and startling dance. Drawing on four decades of Nikolais' repertoire, these performances offer a unique opportunity to witness the astounding visual effects and remarkable choreography of this originator and genius of dance theater! "Nikolais is, in my opinion, the greatest pure showman in American theatre." Clive Barnes, New York Times Program: Crucible (1985) Lythic (1956) Blank on Blank (1987) Finale from Liturgies (1983) Noumenon (1953) Mechanical Organ (1983) Tensile Involvement (1955) Family Matinee: Saturday, 11/1