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A Children's Rainforest Oddysey

Imagination Celebration

October 5, 2007

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Imagination Celebration is proud to present the illuminating energy of David Taylor Dance Theatre's "A Children's Rainforest Odyssey," in partnership with Colorado Springs Dance Theatre. Created from the David Taylor Dance Theatre's nationally acclaimed multi-media production of "Rainforest," this spellbinding one-hour performance will be presented at the Pikes Peak Center at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5 . In addition, children and adults are invited to come as their favorite rainforest creatures and enjoy creative hands-on art experiences one hour prior to the performance. An awe-inspiring, multi-media, contemporary dance performance specifically created for school children and families, "A Children's Rainforest Odyssey" features four major excerpts from the David Taylor Dance Theatre's (DTDT's) full-length "Rainforest" production, combined with an environmental/educational narrative. The performance takes audiences on a magical journey through different levels of life in a tropical rain forest. Combining a brilliant original musical score, evocative choreography, special lighting effects, and stunning costumes and props, "A Children's Rainforest Odyssey" has developed into one of the most popular performance programs in the company's 27-year history. Founded by choreographer David Taylor in 1979, DTDT remains Colorado's only professional contemporary ballet company. The company tours extensively nationally and within Colorado. "Dance Magazine" has recognized DTDT nationally for its innovative staging of "The Nutcracker" (1991), the company's 1996 Spring Season, and for its acclaimed multi-media production of "Rainforest" (1997). The DTDT's full-length production of "Rainforest" has become the most successful regular-season event in the company's history. After five years of record-breaking performances in Denver, the multi-media collaborative production "took the show on the road," touring it throughout the United States. Don't miss this awe-inspiring, multi-media, contemporary dance performance that explores the magic, mystery and fragility of South America's rain forests and the Amazon's indigenous peoples. Tickets are only $10, $15 and $25 and may be purchased by calling 799-4139. Imagination Celebration Season Ticket Subscribers receive a 10 percent discount off these prices. Also check the Imagination Celebration Web site at www.imaginationcelebration.org for details about its ongoing Rainforest Exhibit at Celebration Place, which runs through Oct. 5. Celebration Place is located in the upper level of The Citadel mall, in the Burlington wing.

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  Tickets: $10, $15 and $25

  Info Phone: 719-799-4139

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• Dates & Times

  Dates:
  October 5, 2007

  Times:
  Performance at 7pm.
  Hands-on Art Activities in the lobby beginning at 6pm.

• Venue Info

  Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts

  190 South Cascade Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80903

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• Accessibility Info

  • Assisted Listening System
  • Wheelchair Access

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