PERFORMANCE DATES:
NOVEMBER 17 & 18 8pm
Grazia Capri
Fadi J Khoury - FJK Dance Company
Photo credit: Peter Yesley
Grazia Capri
The choreography draws poetic inspiration from the figure of St. Agatha. The performance's primary focus is on the human aspect of her story, reimagining and modernizing the drama of this young woman. Agatha, both an ancient and very contemporary symbol, meets her demise for steadfastly refusing to yield, body and soul, to the relentless desires of a man. "AGATA" unveils a glimpse into the final moments of Agatha's life, portraying the physical agony of her torture and the fear and despair she might have experienced. These elements make her more relatable to us, as fear and vulnerability are inherent aspects of our humanity. This is a significant narrative to remember, serving as an embodiment of female courage and a stark reminder of the ongoing need to address gender-based violence.
Photo credit: Jaqlin Medlock
Fadi J Khoury -
FJK Dance Company
A multimedia contemporary dance theater piece where choreographer Fadi J Khoury takes the stage with his New York Dance Company FJK Dance, to tell a story he shares with so many of his heritage around the world. Unforbidden is a journey of finding peace and opening the heart to share the truth. A queer story so humane and relatable, yet so hard to tell from a Middle Eastern background in these times of oppression and resistance to the LGBTQ+ community.