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Ailey II in Ray Mercer's Something Tangible

Repertory

Something Tangible

COMPANIES

CHOREOGRAPHER

WORLD PREMIERE

2015

MUSIC

Various Artists*

COSTUMES

Elena Comendador

LIGHTING

Clifton Taylor

RUN TIME

24 Minutes

Inspired by everyday emotions that awaken and bring color to the human spirit, choreographer Ray Mercer leads the ensemble cast into a series of vignettes that reflect sensations of love, passion, fear, and self-doubt. The work features a wide range of musical styles that include artists Max Richter, Ólafur Arnalds, Geoff Bennett, and an original score by Bongi Duma. 

Ailey II in 'Something Tangible'

Three dancers on stage, one standing with a leg extended high, supported by a dancer holding their hand, while the third dancer sits on the floor looking up. All are wearing grey athletic wear and socks, with a dark background emphasizing their pose and interaction.

Ailey II's Lloyd A. Boyd III, Deidre Rogan, and Jacoby Pruitt in Something Tangible Eduardo Patino

Two dancers on stage, one holding the other in a complex lift. Both are wearing orange jackets, grey tops, shorts, and socks. The background is dark, focusing on the dancers' pose and expressions.

Ailey II's Deidre Rogan and Jacob Lewis in Something Tangible Eduardo Patino

Two dancers performing on stage, wearing grey athletic wear and socks, striking a dynamic pose with one dancer holding the other's leg extended high. The background is dark, highlighting the dancers' movements and expressions.

Ailey II's Courtney Celeste Spears and Gabriel Hyman in Something Tangible Eduardo Patino

*Music Credits

Untitled original composition by Bongi Dumam. “Untitled (Figures)” by Max Richter from the album Memoryhouse, published by Beebop Music c/o Universal Polygram International. “Endalaus II” by Olafur Arnalds from the album Two Songs for Dance, published by Nettwerk One B Music US. “Frysta” by Olafur Arnalds from the album Living Room Songs, published by Nettwerk One B Music US. “Undiscovered Colors” by The Flashbulb from the album Arboreal, published by Alpha Basic. “Kicking the Flavour” an original composition by Geoff Bennett at TTG Music Lab.