|
Click here to take the ExploreDance.com user survey. Your anonymous feedback will help us continue to bring you coverage of more dance.
|
 |
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The 2006 Spring Season program of Paul Taylor 2 at the Joyce Theater consisted of Company B (a tribute to World War II), Piazzolla Caldera and Esplanade. The theme of all three numbers was relationships; friendship and love. Selections included more than one paux de deux and dancer interaction drew the audience into the mood of each piece, from the peppy Company B, to the sultry tango depiction in Piazzolla Cladera, to the classic contra danse style of Esplanade. Those interested in tango would enjoy Piazzolla Cladera. The music by Astor Piazzola and Jerzy Peterburshsky was a beautiful tango selection. Taylor's sense of flair, precision, sharpness and passion are superb in this number. The paux de trois was captivating with a spectacular array of stunning lifts. However, overall a tango affectionado would leave a tad disappointed. The tango hold was an oversight. There was no focus on the partner and a true tango hold was lacking, if not a mockery. Taylor 2 is a spectacular dance troupe, by no means is it a lesser company than the main troupe. The dancers are strong and seasoned and attack their performance. Visit www.ptdc.org for a Paul Taylor 2 tour and dance workshop schedule.
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
