In this residency, choreographer Lionel Popkins, will develop Reorient the Orient, a multifaceted exploration blending performance, installation, and social critique. Responding to the complex history of interculturalism, Popkin amplifies the presence of brown South Asian bodies in contemporary art and performance. The final work will create an immersive public sharing across Dance Place's theater, lobby, and studios, community members will be invited to explore freely, choosing their path and encounters.

Ouroboros invites you to embark on an immersive evening-length solo dance experience that seamlessly blends contemporary and Middle Eastern dance styles. This interactive theatrical journey explores the ancient snake dances of the Middle East, anchored by the powerful symbolism of Ouroboros

*Please be aware that this performance incorporates rose water and Turkish delights that contain nuts*