An Artistic Journey: Exploring Cal Poly's Vibrant Dance and Theatre Scene
Step into a world of creativity and expression with Cal Poly's Theatre & Dance Department's spectacular lineup of performances for 2025. Featuring the dynamic Orchesis: Elevate concert, the thought-provoking play Passage, and the innovative Spring Dance Concert, these events promise to captivate audiences with their unique choreography, profound narratives, and diverse artistic contributions. Held at the Alex and Faye Spanos Theatre in San Luis Obispo, these showcases offer a platform for professional and student artists alike to explore and present their craft, making them a must-see for art enthusiasts and the general public.
The Cal Poly Orchesis Dance Company presents its 54th annual dance concert, "Elevate" on Friday and Saturday, January 17 and 19, and Thursday through Saturday, January 23-25, in the Spanos Theatre. Performances will begin at 7:30pm on all days, with a matinee scheduled at 2pm on Saturday, January 18. The concert includes a variety of dance genres, choreographed by professional guest artists, faculty, and Cal Poly students.
17 - 24 Jan, 2025
Cal Poly Theatre & Dance Department
San Luis Obispo, CA · Alex and Faye Spanos Theatre
A meditation on how power imbalances affect personal and interpersonal dynamics across a spectrum of situations, the play allows a director wide latitude in casting the roles by race, ethnicity, and gender, with different casting choices highlighting different societal structures.
8 - 17 May, 2025
Cal Poly Theatre & Dance Department
San Luis Obispo, CA · Alex and Faye Spanos Theatre
The annual Spring Dance Concert is sponsored by Cal Poly's Theatre and Dance Department under the direction of student directors and faculty advisors. This eclectic combination of student choreography includes a variety of dance genres and dancers of different skill levels, while reflecting artistic exploration, originality, professionalism, and maturity. Cal Poly students from diverse majors and backgrounds choreograph and perform the dances. Spring Concert production dates for 2025 are May 21, 22, and 23 at 7:30pm in the Spanos Theatre.
21 - 23 May, 2025
Cal Poly Theatre & Dance Department
San Luis Obispo, CA · Alex and Faye Spanos Theatre
The 2025 season of performances by Cal Poly's Theatre & Dance Department is set to be a masterpiece of artistic expression. From the energetic and diverse showcase of Orchesis: Elevate to the powerful and reflective narrative of Passage, and the innovative creativity of the Spring Dance Concert, each event promises an unforgettable experience. These performances not only entertain but also provoke thought and inspire, underscoring the vital role of the arts in society. Be sure to mark your calendars and immerse yourself in the world of dance and theatre at the Alex and Faye Spanos Theatre.
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