Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in David Parsons’s “Shining Star.”

Repertory

Shining Star

CHOREOGRAPHER

RUN TIME

20 Minutes

WORLD PREMIERE

Music Hall, Kansas City, MO, 2004

MUSIC

Earth, Wind & Fire

COSTUMES

Ann Hould-Ward

LIGHTING

Howell Binkley

David Parsons shows us music everyone knows like it’s never been seen before in Shining Star. A suite of dances performed to the timeless songs of Earth, Wind & Fire, the ballet builds around a central duet that celebrates a deep and lasting love. The two lovers are supported and celebrated by the community of dancers who surround them, rejoicing in the beauty and light that radiates from their commitment. Parsons’ playful wit and hopeful spirit meld perfectly with such familiar and uplifting songs as “That’s The Way of the World,” “September,” “Can’t Hide Love,” and “Shining Star.” 

Sponsors

Shining Star was commissioned by Sandy Weill in honor of his wife Joan and her extraordinary commitment and dedication to Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.