DROWNED
C.Glass Dance Co. Presents:
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze."
Isaiah 43:2
Are you ready to go on a voyage...
amongst the emotional tides of our human experience with this original production directed by Ciara Glass and performed by C.Glass Dance Co.
This performance explores the tides of sadness, grief, and the struggle with the heaviness that comes along with this life. We are all connected through this invisble strand of trials, hardships, and emotions and one could describe it as drowning under the weight of the world.
Although, by surrounding yourself with light and love you can therefore overcome the waters. Through these trials and pushing through them, there is a feeling of hope and strength. Drown yourself in the love of Jesus, and the waters of the world will not overcome you.
Directed by: Ciara Glass
Performed by: C.Glass Dance Co.
Hosted by: Centerstage Theater
Meet The Ciara Glass
EVERYWHERE SHE GOES, DANCE IS HER DRIVING FORCE.
Ciara Glass has been in the industry since the age of 12. In high school Ciara was hired as an apprentice for two dance companies. Her first company experience was with the modern dance troupe, Black Rock Dance Company and was also hired into the ballet company, Sierra Nevada Ballet. During that time Ciara competed regionally and nationally in many classical and contemporary competitions across the West Coast and received national recognition, awards and invitations to join professional dance groups. Ciara has continued her dance studies in world renowned studios including; Peridance, Steps on Broadway, Broadway Dance Center, The Ailey Studios, Alonzo King Lines Ballet, ODC Dance Commons, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Lou Conte Dance Studio & Millennium Dance Complex. She has performed, choreographed and taught dance all over the country; in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Reno, and San Jose. Ciara’s core belief is that every person can benefit from dance and each should have their own unique journey within the art form. Since founding the studio and C.Glass Dance Co. her main goals have been to inspire the younger generation of dancers to work hard and reach for their dreams. Ciara firmly believes that every human on this earth can gain confidence and grow physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually through the amazing art of dance.
Rachel Gischia | Solo Choreographer
My pieces, Repeat Until Death, explores the depths of how struggles in life can overcome your very being. Whether it be depression, love, anxiety or addiction—one can become consumed in endless battle, to the point where they feel like they can’t breathe anymore. This raw depiction of life is reality for most of us at one point or another. Let this piece ground you in that reality. Know and remember what it feels like to be on that edge. Maybe in time, you’ll be ready to choose to take a breath, instead of drown.
Valeriia Bevzenko-Green | Choreographer
My co-choreography piece, "Big God," incorporates pieces of fabric which represent pieces and parts of oneself, which represent an integral part of the personality. Something that is constant or inherent. Each of us is trying to change something in ourselves for improvement but people often forget that changing themselves is quite difficult and when on the verge of change they become disappointed and stop moving in the right direction. The direction they need to go. Only you can see this limit and move beyond it. Don't get lost in this struggle. Self development and discipline is the key to achieving self improvement.
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Alison Rice | Choreographer
I choreographed firelight with musicality being my main focus. I love to create movement that is unique and I always try to do a move that no one has seen before. I originally choreographed this as a solo, but turned it into a group number for this show, which added a lot more simplicity to the movements.
Show Order
#1 RUACH: breath, wind, spirit
Choreographer: Ciara Glass
Dancers: Ciara Glass, Allison Rice, Christianna Ransom, Camille Ernst, Fernanda Quintanilha, Anna Carlgren, Kelsey Bowen, Rachel Gischia,
Song: Shrine Tooth = Forest Swords
#2 TAAH: to wander, stray
Choreographer: Ciara Glass
Dancers: Ciara Glass, Allison Rice, Christianna Ransom, Camille Ernst, Fernanda Quintanilha, Anna Carlgren, Kelsey Bowen, Rachel Gischia,
Song: We Move Lightly - Dustin O'Hallorah
#3 AGMON: in a rush
Choreographer: Ciara Glass
Dancers: Ciara Glass, Allison Rice, Christianna Ransom, Camille Ernst, Fernanda Quintanilha, Anna Carlgren, Kelsey Bowen, Rachel Gischia,
Song: Touch - Mattia Cupelli
#4 MAAT: too become small, diminished
Choreographer: Ciara Glass
Dancers: Ciara Glass
Song: Therondy - Goldmund
#5 SHAMEM: to grow numb
Choreographer: Rachel Gischia
Dancers: Allison Rice, Christianna Ransom, Camille Ernst, Fernanda Quintanilha, Kelsey Bowen, Anna Carlgren, Rachel Gischia.
Song: They Move On Tracks Of Never-Ending Light - This Will Destroy You
#6 ETAN: unceasing
Choreographer: Rachel Gischia
Dancers: Rachel Gischia
Song: Repeat Until Death - Novo Amor
#7 MACHAR: tomorrow, in the time to come
Choreographer: Ciara Glass
Dancers: Ciara Glass, Allison Rice, Christianna Ransom, Camille Ernst, Fernanda Quintanilha, Anna Carlgren.
Song: If Tomorrow Starts Without Me - David Romano
#8 TABA: to sink down
Speaker: Jenna Pewarchie
Dancer: Christianna Ransom
Poem: "The Ocean Could Be Beautiful" by Jenna Pewarchie
#9 SHAON: a roar of waters, a crash of waves
Choreographer: Valeriia Bevzenko-Green & Ciara Glass
Dancers: Rachel Gischia, Allison Rice, Kelsey Bowen, Camille Ernst, Christianna Ransom, Anna Carlgren.
Song: Big God - Florence and the Machine
#10 DABAQ: to cling to, keep close
Choreographer: Rachel Gischia
Dancers: Allison Rice, Rachel Gischia, Kelsey Bowen
Song: Hold On - Adele
#11 MT. ZION: highest place
Choreographer: Ciara Glass
Dancers: Ciara Glass, Allison Rice, Christianna Ransom, Camille Ernst, Fernanda Quintanilha, Anna Carlgren, Kelsey Bowen, Rachel Gischia,
Song: Mt Zion - Cage-less Birds
#12 EBER NAHAR: beyond the river
Singers: Kelsey Bowen & Emily Book
Dancers: Rachel Gischia, Camille Ernst, Christianna Ransom, Anna Carlgren
Song: Down to the River to Pray - George H. Allan
#13 ISAIAH 61: the year of the lords favor
Choreographer: Allison Rice
Dancer: Allison Rice
Song: Isaiah 61 - Daniel Bashta
#14 YATSUTH: to kindle, set on fire
Choreographer: Allison Rice
Dancers: Ciara Glass, Allison Rice, Christianna Ransom, Camille Ernst, Fernanda Quintanilha, Anna Carlgren, Kelsey Bowen, Rachel Gischia.
Song: Firelight - Hundred Waters
#15 SHATAPH: to overflow, runse, or wash off
Choreographer: Ciara Glass
Dancers: Allison Rice, Fernanda Quintanilha, Camille Ernst, Christianna Ransom, Anna Carlgren.
Reading: Excerpts from Isaiah 61 - Jenna Pewarchie
#16 AHAVANT OLAM: to love eternally
Choreographer: Ciara Glass
Dancers: Ciara Glass, Allison Rice, Christianna Ransom, Camille Ernst, Fernanda Quintanilha, Anna Carlgren, Kelsey Bowen, Rachel Gischia,
Song: No Ordinary - Labyrinth
Thank you to all the dancers of C.Glass, your hardwork, dedication and passion is what keeps this Company alive! Thank you for being such a positive group and for creating a supportive community of dancers who all have a deep love for this art and each other.
Thank you to Rachel Gischia, Valeriia Bevenzko-Green and Allison Rice for your talent and dedication with your guest choreography.
Thank you Jenna Pewarchie, for the beautiful photography, marketing materials program design and poetry.
Thank you to all of the crew at Centerstage Theater alongside Dan Mellitz. You are truly a blessing to our Company for hosting us in your beautiful theater and bringing our stage vision to life.
Thank you to my devoted husband Walker & son Finn for always supporting my craft and for your never ending patience. A huge thank you to my mom and dad for your life-long continued support of my passion and finally thank you to my grandparents for instilling the love for the arts in our family, May you rest in peace together in heaven. #7 MACHAR is lovingly dedicated to your memory. Finally, Faith is the guiding light in my life and I am blessed to be able to bring His message through the art of dance. Thank you God for these talented gifts you have instilled in all of us!
Finally, our sincerest thanks goes to all of YOU who have came out to enjoy this show and support our dancers. C.Glass Dance Co is the beating heart of our studio and we are grateful every day to spread our passion and love for dance and the performing arts to as many adults in our community as we can.
You are what keeps our Company alive.
Sincerly,
Ciara Glass
THANK YOU
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you."
Isaiah 43:2
Brodus Rogers Surfer
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