2023-2024 Season
Echoes of Tradition
Artwork by Hemalatha Venkataraman
May 19, 2024
Fort Hayes Career Center, Performing Arts Center
Converging Arts Columbus proudly presents Echoes of Tradition, a captivating multi-disciplinary production crafted in collaboration with Madhavi Sudhir and the Natyapriya Indian Classical Dance School and Sarah Hixon and Hixon Dance. This extraordinary production seamlessly blends the rich tapestries of Eastern and Western traditions, spanning from classical to modern eras.
Echoes of Tradition is an artistic convergence that harmoniously unites Indian Classical Dance with Western Ballet and Contemporary Dance, set against the backdrop of traditional Indian music and contemporary concert work by living composers such as Shruthi Rajasekar, Reena Esmail, and Kanniks Kannikeswaran, with visual art by local artist Hemalatha Venkataraman.
Renowned choreographer Madhavi Sudhir will bring to life a diverse array of performances, featuring solo, duo, and ensemble dances rooted in the Kathak, Bharatanatyam, and Kuchipudi classical dance styles. Immerse yourself in a sensory journey as the production unfolds, showcasing the unique palette of Indian classical instruments including Mridangam, Tabla, Chenda, Idakka, Veena, Flute, Indian Violin, Nattuvangam Cymbals, Elathalam, and Carnatic and Hindustani Vocals. These evocative sounds will intertwine seamlessly with Western classical ensembles, featuring piano, string quartet, and classical voice.
Wonderment
December 2, 2023
Riffe Davidson Theater
Returning to the Riffe Davidson Theater, Columbus Dance Theatre’s new holiday ballet based on the Hans Christian Andersen tale, The Snow Queen, Wonderment will be performed December 2nd at 3:00 and 8:00pm. It will once again be presented with live music, produced by Converging Arts Columbus, and conducted by Rachel Parfenchuk. Join us in celebrating the Holidays with joy and light at the Riffe!
2022-2023 Season
The Journey: Civil Rights
May 6, 2023
Lincoln Theatre
Concept & Creation by Destiny Coleman
Read more from the Columbus Dispatch
The Journey: Civil Rights celebrates African-American music and culture, highlighting gospel, jazz, and works from the Civil Rights Movement. The Journey: Civil Rights will explore prominent figures in the movement, including Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and Rosa Parks, and pivotal events such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the March on Washington.
The Journey: Civil Rights will feature performances by the Columbus Cultural Orchestra, Columbus Dance Theatre, Milton Ruffin Gospel Chorale, and Tapestry Performing Arts Company. Steeped in African-American history and the struggle for equal rights, yet universal in its emotional and musical appeal, this unique program presents a rich body of work passed down through generations and communities, and deeply relevant to our present day. The Journey: Civil Rights aims to share the African-American experience with audiences of all ages, races, religions, and backgrounds.
Spring 2023
Powell United Methodist Church
Faith Ministries
King Arts Complex
Board Street Presbyterian Church
Wonderment
In collaboration with Columbus Dance Theatre
December 3, 2022 at 3 PM & 8 PM
Riffe Davidson Theater
A Recital for Converging Arts Columbus
2021-2022 Season
Astronomer Dreaming
May 6 & 7, 2022
Columbus Dance Theatre
Converging Arts Columbus, in collaboration with Columbus Dance Theatre, is excited to present Astronomer Dreaming – a unique and collaborative performance celebrating the grandeur of the universe around us. Astronomer Dreaming combines music, dance, theater, and visual art to portray the story of a girl’s encounter with Galileo and their exploration of the universe and the human heart. Astronomer Dreaming will include choral works from Dobrogosz, Forrest, Gjeilo, and Tichelli and will feature original music by composers Rebecca Larkin and Lauren Spavelko.
Wonderment
December 18, 2021
Riffe Davidson Theater
In collaboration with Columbus Dance Theatre presented by PNC Arts Alive and replacing its longtime running holiday ballet, “Matchgirl”, Columbus Dance Theatre’s directors, Seth Wilson and Jaime Kotrba, will premiere a new ballet based on the Hans Christian Anderson tale, “The Snow Queen”, titled, “Wonderment.” This new ballet will feature a new take on the original Snow Queen tale with live music, produced by Converging Arts Columbus, and conducted by Rachel Parfenchuk. “Wonderment” will feature new choreography, sets, and new costumes presented in the Riffe Davidson Theater in Columbus, Ohio.
A Light of Song: Support Concert
September 26, 2021
Powell United Methodist Church
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