Production of 'HERE US'

The Department of Theatre presents "HERE US" by Denison students.

Notice: this information is for a past event.
Location:
Michael D. Eisner Center for the Performing Arts - Sharon Martin Hall
Ticket Info:
This event is open to the public; however, tickets are required.
Questions:
"HERE US"

“HERE US”

  • Devised by the Here Us Cast 
  • Ojeya Cruz-Banks, Director & Choreographer 
  • Asst. Prof. Jim Dennen, Producer & Director 
  • Alex Shaw, Composer, Designer, & Music Director 
  • Abbey Lynn Smith, Scenic & Lighting Designer 
  • Camille Lerner, Costume Designer 
  • Chris Faur, Projection Designer 
  • Sebastian Goodman ‘23, Choreographic Assistant 
  • Ikera Olandesca ‘26, Stage Manager  

Original words, dance, music, and imagery by Denison students. 

Now in its fourth year, “HERE US” has become an annual live performance event and streaming video that follows. Centered on the theme of “Family Stories” and featuring a whole new series of bold, original works written and performed by Denison students, this year’s production continues to explore diverse perspectives and celebrate the many facets of the complex POC identity within the Denison Community.

Performance Dates and Times are as follows: 

  • Thursday, Feb. 29, at 8 p.m. 
  • Friday, March 1, at 8 p.m. 
  • Saturday, March 2, at 8 p.m.
Fatima Abbas sits center stage, in an orange spotlight shaped like leaves. Ensemble members sit at tables behind her as sunsets are projected on various screens above.
Jazalyyn Thompson looks to her raised right arm as she dances, ensemble members watching. She is wearing a pink long-sleeve top and black pants.
Amaya Joshi and Anish Gurjar smile as they dance, holding onto a small black carry-on suitcase between them.
Maya Blackmon stands center stage, singing and playing a guitar. Ensemble members sit behind her at tables, dimly lit in blue light.
Emmanuel Rodriquez performs a dance solo, supporting himself on the floor as he lifts his right leg above his head.
Image from "Here Us"
A spotlight shines on Zandie Lawson who sits at a table. Other ensemble members sit around her and look at her.
Augus Wang stands on the table, arms outstretched, as the ensemble sits around the table and watches. Augus is lit by a spotlight.
Seven ensemble members dance together, all leaning back as their arms float up. They are bathed in green and blue light.
Maya Blackmon, Fatima Abbas, Augus Wang, and the rest of the ensemble dance together in a circle, bathed in pink and purple light.

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