The Golden Legend (2009)
A 13th century work by the blessed Jacobus de Voragine known as the Legenda Aurea Sanctorum (or Golden Legend of the Saints), which was probably the most widely read text other than the bible during its heyday, serves as inspiration for this dance work by downtown choreographer Christopher Williams. Loosely following fantastical tales mentioned in the ancient text, the piece consists of portraits of 17 male saints performed by corporeally and ethnically diverse male dancers of many ages within the New York City dance community accompanied by appearances of two movement choruses and puppets by Eric Wright, Lake Simons, and Christopher Williams. Photo by Paula Court.
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Saint Vincent