Touring Programs

"In all of Donna Scro Gentile's pieces a recognizable human element surfaces wordlessly and goes straight to the heart." (Star Ledger)

Option 1 - Namaste Program

The Namaste Program honors a deep yoga and philosophy practice translated into movement. This powerful and athletic program epitomizes inner strength and fearlessness. The selection of four dances make this performance a perfect balance of total abandon and ultimate control, mesmerizing audiences worldwide.

©2006 Lois Greenfield

Namaste (2005)
6 minutes / 2 dancers - Music by Shelia Chandra
"Namaste" is a display of the true feminine power through physical precision of advanced yoga asana (poses). This duet for two women evokes beauty and strength. "A fondness for sculptural shapes and an affinity for yoga" (Star Ledger)

Photo: Julietta Cervantes

Desires (2004)
17 minutes / 6 dancers - Music by Daniel Bernard Roumain
"Desires" explores all aspects of attraction from the pure innocence of human touch to the experience of raw physical passion. This signature work is a captivating journey of emotional attachment displayed through stunning partnering. "It is a hauntingly beautiful look at the sensuality and animal drives behind human desires." (Theater Scene.net)

Photo: Mike Peters

Images (2004)
20 minutes / 6 dancers - Music by Satie, Rubinstein, Liszt, Poulenc
"Images" encapsulates glimpses of humanity. It is a reflection on relationships and a celebration of the arch of life. This touching piece is beautifully engaging in its clarity of movement. "In Images, sandwiched between two attractively organized group numbers, Scro Gentile, has created three stunning duets." (Star Ledger)

©2006 Lois Greenfield

Tantrix (2006)
10 minutes / 6 dancers - Original music by Matt Meyer
This dynamic new work juxtaposes the individual within the universal, weaving them together. Propelling dancers through the air, "Tantrix" combines high energy partnering with tenacious dancing.

Option 2 - Human Walls Tour

Human Walls is a program exploring physical revelations about our humanness. This gripping evening delves into the true connections of the heart. The featured piece, "Human Walls", has an outreach component that includes 20 members from the presenting community incorporating their artistic efforts with that of the company.

Photo: Julietta Cervantes

Human Walls (2006)
24 minutes / 26 performers - Original music by Glen Fittin
This featured piece fills the stage with 26 eclectic performers including 20 community participants. Mirroring the boundaries and walls we create as a society and as individuals, "Human Walls" uses pedestrian movement and intricate formations to reveal deep rooted human emotion in this breathtaking, significant work. "Promise and intrigue" (Theater Scene.net)

Photo: Julietta Cervantes

Reciprocal Motion (2005)
15 minutes / 3 dancers - Music by Peter Jones
"Reciprocal Motion" features a threesome entangled in conflict and inner turmoil. Using a set of furniture to highlight bold and aggressive movement, this energetic dance grabs the audience, leaving them free to create their own interpretation of this fresh and modern work. "The most captivating piece of the evening." (Dance Brooklyn)

Photo: Julietta Cervantes

Desires (2004)
17 minutes / 6 dancers - Music by Daniel Bernard Roumain
"Desires" explores all aspects of attraction from the pure innocence of human touch to the experience of physical raw passion. This signature work is a captivating journey of emotional attachment displayed through stunning partnering. "It is a hauntingly beautiful look at the sensuality and animal drives behind human desires." (Theater Scene.net)