CHOREOGRAPHY: Mark Franko
MUSIC: Praetorius, Venegas, Ponçe, Widmann, Neusidler, Shein
COSTUMES DESIGNED BY: Annelis Meyer
RUNNING TIME: 20 minutes
NUMBER OF DANCERS: 5
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"Although based on Renaissance dance forms, it was not a reconstruction of any specific work, but an evocation of Renaissance style ... It did convey the flavor of another age..."
"Franko's ladies subtly reveal their essential natures through their glances, the scope of their gestures, the inclination of their heads, the rhythmic emphasis they give to a step..."
"Franko has a theatrical turn of mind and knows how to get his points across without ever being dull or resorting to cant ... His ongoing work in this field has a theatrical fascination besides a scholarly one."
"...Distinct characters, excellent choreography, a quiet sense of humor ... 'The Treasure of the City of Women' is so delightful that I recommend it as a 'must see' again and again."
"Anyone could enjoy this on the simplest level--as a procession of stylized, beautifully produced dance tableaux performed in elaborate period costumes by very good dancers...."
"An alluring blend of intellectualism and art..."
"This was a memorable performance."
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markfranko@aol.com |
Mary Keelin |
