The Groovaloos at the Joyce

An Innovative Hip-Hop Dance Theater Production

Makes New York Premiere

Kicking Off the Upcoming Joyce Theater Season

September 15-27

The Joyce Theater
(175 Eighth Avenue)

Hip-hop dance phenomenon The Groovaloos, best known for their breakout winning performance on NBC’s “Superstars of Dance” and appearances on FOX’s “So You Think You Can Dance,” will open The Joyce Theater season in the groundbreaking original production GROOVALOO. Limited engagement: Tuesday, September 15 through Sunday, September 27.

Based on the award-winning troupe’s true-to-life experiences as told by the dancers who lived them, GROOVALOO is driven by jaw-dropping displays of physicality, a vibrant musical score and powerful spoken word poetry. The show’s intertwined stories chronicle the struggles, hopes and triumphs of the 14-member cast. GROOVALOO celebrates passion and purpose while revealing the heart, soul and artistry of hip-hop and freestyle dance.

In its most recent incarnation, GROOVALOO was cheered by the Los Angeles Times as “Inspirational” and by Variety as “Relentlessly creative and dynamic.” Over the past several years, the LA-based troupe The Groovaloos, spearheaded by Bradley Rapier, has continued to develop and refine the production. GROOVALOO co-creator Rapier explains, “We strive to showcase the most innovative dance moves while connecting with the audience on an emotional level through the narrative inherent in this work. We’re more than 14 performers on stage just having a good time. We share personal stories about what brought us to this place. In some cases, dance literally saved people’s lives — each performer has a story to share, and that’s where the real connection is made with the audience.”

Members of The Groovaloos have been featured prominently in a multitude of mass entertainment arenas. Music superstars Madonna, Justin Timberlake, Miley Cyrus, Will Smith and Gwen Stefani have been inspired by the unique talent of these performers and featured their performances in recent concerts and projects. Additionally, Groovaloos dancers have had substantial exposure in feature films (Step Up, Charlie’s Angels, Idlewild) and in national advertising campaigns (iPod, GAP, Skechers, McDonald’s).

GROOVALOO is created by Bradley Rapier and veteran Broadway performer Danny Cistone, and directed by Cistone. This production features Lighting Design by Charlie Morrison and Sound Design by Lucas Corrubia. Music supervisors are Steven Stanton and Bradley Rapier.

Immediately prior to the New York run, GROOVALOO appears at Los Angeles’ El Portal Theatre (August 21-30). The show embarks on a National Tour beginning January 10, 2010, with performances at prestigious venues across the U.S. including Philadelphia’s Kimmel Center.

GROOVALOO plays from September 15-27 as follows: Tuesday and Wednesday at 7:30 PM, Thursday and Friday at 8:00 PM, Saturday at 2:00 & 8:00 PM and Sunday at 2:00 & 7:30 PM.

The Joyce Theater is located at 175 Eighth Avenue (at 19^th Street). Tickets are $10.00 – $59.00; prices are subject to change. Tickets go on sale to the public on Monday, July 27. Tickets are available by phone at JoyceCharge: (212) 242-0800 or online at www.Joyce.org.

For more information please visit www.groovaloo.com

Become a fan of GROOVALOO on Facebook and follow GROOVALOO on Twitter here:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/GROOVALOOS/44521674639?ref=ts http://twitter.com/groovaloos

 

---

Become an iDANZ Member Today!  The More Members We Have, The More We Can Make a Difference.  It’s Free!
Click here to enter the iDANZ Social Network at www.iDANZ.com

To read dance news, features, and reviews by iDANZ
Click here to visit www.iDANZToday.com

To read just dance reviews by the iDANZ Critix Corner
Click here to visit www.iDANZCritixCorner.com

Want to stay connected to iDANZ? Join our network using the following services:

Share on Facebook