Nature’s Symphony: Noon Concert
By Rhea Mursalin Noon Concert: Wherever the Road May Lead features soprano Jardena Gertler-Jaffe, tenor Maximillian Jansen, baritone Louis Tiemann, and pianist Diana Borshcheva in a unique walking recital experience. Directed with a clear vision, this performance invites viewers to engage interactively by listening while walking through the outdoors. Set against a simple backdrop, it emphasizes the talent of the performers, creating a...
Naming a Legacy: Balancing Culture and Parenthood
By Alex Silverman The Name, directed by Aaron Strand, tells the story of an expecting couple struggling to choose their child’s name. The father prefers a traditional English name inspired by Shakespeare, while the mother, of Hindi descent, wishes to honor her heritage. Their emotional journey offers insight into the challenges new parents face when merging cultural identities. This insightful short film captures the beauty and...
Un Futuro Vivo (A Living Future): Inspiring Individuals
By Sadie Judd Un Futuro Vivo (A Living Future), directed by Natalie Sipes, highlights the importance of clean drinking water in rural Nosara, Costa Rica. Adriana’s project, ASADA, and her collaboration with La Liga Comunal del Agua, showcases the power of community in securing potable water. This film is an eye-opening look at the daily struggles faced by rural communities and their perseverance. Un Futuro Vivo is a moving reminder of...
Dancing Together: Sisters: We Are Family
By Rhea Mursalin Sisters: We Are Family, directed by Ying Chu, is a heartwarming documentary that celebrates the culture and community embodied by The Chung Wah Dance Group. This talented ensemble, representing diverse backgrounds from Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, Vietnam, South Africa, and Mauritius, are the focus of this inspiring narrative surrounding dance. This documentary skillfully weaves together interviews, allowing...
Dance Companies Join Forces and Transcend International Barriers
By Juan P. Voorduin Vietnam Dancing to Connect 2022 is an inspiring documentary that showcases the transformative power of dance as a tool for personal expression and cultural connection. Directed by Ly Tran Tuan Thanh, it follows the first collaboration between Battery Dance, a New York-based dance company, and Arabesque, a private neo-classical and contemporary company from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Together, they introduced...
Mozart’s Enchantment: A Blithewood Divertimento Experience
By Rhea Mursalin Directed and curated by the esteemed team from Bard College Conservatory of Music, Faculty Recital: Mozart Divertimento at Blithewood offers a compelling rendition of Mozart’s 1772 composition. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Blithewood Estate, the performance captures the elegance of Mozart’s work, known for its historical and musical significance. This performance effectively highlights the performers’...
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