After another memorable and exciting summer, ADF students who stopped by Epworth on their lunch break share what resonated with them the most during their time at the Festival.

Long-time friend of the ADF Vicky Patton tells the story of her part in helping to lure the ADF to its new of Durham in 1978.

Meet Shaleigh and Jason. Shaleigh is a scholarship student who drives the legendary ADF School Bus several times a day to the various ADF studios around Durham. Jason is also a scholarship student who assists the Food and Housing Department with its various needs involving event set-ups and housing needs. Amidst both of their hectic work schedules, they also have the opportunity to take classes themselves,work with renowned choreographers, and attend the all performances ADF has to offer. Since ADF would not thrive without the generous donations of patrons and businesses, the students say a huge “thanks.”

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Charles Reinhart speaks about the ADF-commissioned world premiere of “The Uncommitted” in our final post highlighting choreographer Paul Taylor. The work will be performed with “Company B” and “Promethean Fire,” July 21-23 at the Durham Performing Arts Center at 8pm. There is also a Children’s Matinee on July 23 at 1pm. See you there!

This second installment on choreographer Paul Taylor focuses on his 2002 work “Promethean Fire.” This piece, originally commissioned by the ADF, examines the vast array of emotional colors within the human condition. Charles Reinhart, one of Paul Taylor’s dearest friends, discusses the potency, power and inspiration for this particular dance.

An evening that showcases both new and classic modern dance works, the PAST/FORWARD program will include pieces by three diverse artists utilizing the immense talents of the ADF students. Former ADF International Choreographer in Residence Bulareyaung Pagarlava speaks about his first ADF-commissioned world premiere.

An evening that showcases both new and classic modern dance works, the PAST/FORWARD program will include pieces by three diverse artists utilizing the immense talents of the ADF students. We can’t wait to see these works, including the ADF-commissioned “Etudes for Italy” by acclaimed director and choreographer Martha Clarke.