Salt Lake City’s Tiny House Dance Collective impressed audiences this weekend with the premiere of three new works in How To Want To Go. Kenzie Gannaway, serving as assistant director, choreographed Insomni-Ack, a piece that held viewers attention with its hypnotic canon formation and dynamic sequences of partnering, culminating in a satisfying movement crescendo against a dimly-lit backdrop.
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In The Endless Cycle of the Bitter Flu, by Hayley Stoddard, the audience was drawn into a poignant narrative exploring societal pressures and the struggle for individual identity. Through the symbolic placement of jackets and evocative movement, Stoddard conveyed the weight of expectations, as one dancer bravely resisted conformity amidst a sea of coercion, ultimately succumbing under the weight of societal norms.
Artistic director Christi Harris brought the evening to close with Soup, an exploration of timing with refreshing thematic cohesion. The deliberate synchronization of gestures and rhythmic interplay showcased the collective's technical abilities, while ingredients simmering in a pot were brought to life through the ensemble's vibrant costuming and dynamic formations. Overall, Tiny House Dance Collective delivered an evening of thought-provoking choreography and compelling performances.
Shelby Srickler's dance journey began in Baltimore, Maryland. Having graduated with a BFA in Modern Dance from the University of Utah in December 2023, she is a performer and teacher in Salt Lake City, passionately sharing her love for dance.