The Divine Flame

The Divine Flame is a multi-disciplinary program about the life, times, inspirations, and dance of Isadora Duncan. Dance Visions, with Julia Levien, third-generation Duncan dancer, as artistic adviser, has recreated the authentic Duncan dances to the music of Chopin, Schubert, Brahms, Gluck, and Scriabin. Featured in this acclaimed program about Isadora's life and art are actress and television personality Shirley Romaine as narrator; Duncan dancers Beth Jucovy and Adrienne Ramm, who have been immersed in the Duncan tradition since childhood; dancers Chelsea Koenig, and Nicole Piacenza; with classical pianist Mark Fiedler and soprano Patti Dunham. Also included in the program are slides of Isadora and the art that inspired her.
Isadora Duncan was a divine flame. Her name evokes images of grace, passion, and defiance. She was a great dancer who changed the direction of her entire art. The mother of modern dance, she was a pioneering feminist and one of the first international superstars. The originality of her art characterized her life, which was restless and exciting, triumphant and tragic. This program brings together her story, her dances, and music to create a fascinating theater piece.

Quotes from letters we have received about the program:

"Our audience continues to comment on the beauty of the afternoon, truly a success" Muriel Cadel, cultural programming Hewlett Woodmere Library

"Your performance was wonderful and thoroughly enjoyed by the audience. I am proud to be associated with a program supporting such talent and beauty." Joan Savary NCRPA coordinator. Long Island Arts Council at Freeport.

"The performance was a perfect blend of music, dance and visual art... A consummate performance." Elizabeth Olesh, Cultural Programming- Port Washington Public Library

In a program for teachers produced by BOCES "The teachers commented on what a true pleasure to see dancers perform with such grace and beauty... several were moved to tears by the performance. In addition the wonderful narration by Shirley Romaine helped to reveal much about Isadora's life and times... truly a beautiful experience." Mary Jane Bolin, Executive Administrator, Arts in Education Program, Nassau BOCES

 



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