The Dance Talks series brings together renowned artists in the field of dance in a discussion format in front of a live audience. Offered four times a year in conjunction with OBT's season programming, this free forum gives audiences a chance to hear directly from the artists and critics who have significantly shaped the aesthetic, contemporary and historic evolution of ballet and the creative process.  Moderated by Christopher Stowell, the 75 minute forums make extensive use of historical video footage and photography to assist audience members in contextualizing the work(s) under discussion. Introduced as part of Christopher Stowell's initial year as Artistic Director, The Dance Talks series is unique among Portland's artistic opportunities and was an instant success with the city's dance-going community.  

2008/2009 DATES

PROGRAM 1: SWAN LAKE
Monday, October 6, 2008 / 7pm / Keller Auditorium

The revival of Christopher Stowell's Swan Lake provides OBT with an intriguing opportunity for Dance Talks. This popular forum will present historic photographs and film footage, seen alongside photographs and video of OBT's 2006 performances, to place the company's accomplishment into historical perspective within the century-long history of Swan Lake. In addition, OBT principal dancers Alison Roper, Kathi Martuza and Ronnie Underwood, who will be performing Odette/Odile and Prince Siegfried, will discuss their experiences with this great classic.

PROGRAM 2: LAMBARENA
Monday, February 16, 2009 / 7pm / Keller Auditorium

PROGRAM 3: LEFT UNSAID
Monday, April 13, 2009 / 7pm / Newmark Theatre

PROGRAM 4: RUSH + ROBBINS
Monday, June 1, 2009 / 7pm / Keller Auditorium

Special thanks to PCPA for the generous donation of the theatre.

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These non-ticketed events are FREE and open to the public. Reservations are requested as seating is limited.

To reserve, send name and number of people in your party to outreach@obt.org or call 503.227.0977