I believe everyone could appreciate the show because of its diversity of the pieces and the quality of the majors’ works. There was a little something for everyone, and I think this contributed to the richness of the program. The students did an amazing job!

My favorite piece of the second act was “Inconsequential Matters of Fact” by Sera-Kim Huenergard. The visuals were amazing- everything from the video screen to the gliding black carts to the water that dumped on Michael Helland’s head without garnering a single reaction from him. I’m not sure that I completely understand the piece, but I saw it as every part being “inconsequential matters of fact” in the normal hustle and bustle of life. Youtube

My two favorite works in the first act were Jamie Stults’ “Play Study” and Michael Helland’s “Endless Matter.” I was impressed with Jamie’s ability to only use children for her piece. It was very innocent and sweet and humorous at times as well. “Endless Matter,” on the other hand, was quite different. The technical aspect of the dancers was amazing and eye catching, and the interaction between the four dancers in their brightly colored tutus really brought the story within themselves. I also loved how the piece began and ended behind a door backstage- this confused some of the audience members at first, but it created a true beginning and an end to the story.

Dance Performance Response

I attended the Dance Majors’ Concert on Tuesday, May 25^th, 2004. This was one of my favorite UW performances this year as I was really quite impressed with everyone’s pieces. I learned after the show that the choreographers were not just involved with the movement and the dancers, but the lighting, sound, and other stage effects as well. The pieces were all different; the whole show included elements of ballet, modern, and even tap. Some pieces were light and airy; some were darker and heavier. The unique uses of stage combined with the dancers proved each piece to be intriguing in their its own way.