Collage Dance Collective: RISE
Cannon Center for the Performing Arts
255 North Main Street, Memphis, TN 38103
Collage Dance Collective presents RISE, a powerful program that honors resilience and collective strength. Featuring world premieres and Memphis debuts, the show explores the richness of Black identity and the beauty of forward motion. At the center is The Cotillion, a vibrant new ballet inspired by the enduring legacy of Black cotillions in the American South. Paired with the soul-stirring Flack and Thomas's neoclassical work Rise, the program moves between ritual and resistance, celebration and conviction, our rich heritage and tomorrow's dance luminaries.
Why We Like It
- Collage Dance Collective is a renowned Memphis-based company known for its powerful and thought-provoking performances.
- The program features world premieres and Memphis debuts that speak to the richness of Black identity and the beauty of forward motion.
- The Cotillion, a new ballet inspired by the enduring legacy of Black cotillions, is the centerpiece of the show.
Who Should Attend
This event is perfect for dance enthusiasts, fans of contemporary and neoclassical ballet, and those interested in exploring the cultural legacy and resilience of the Black community.
