Today we continued learning Clowns and Others and Rite of Spring but also started the third ballet on the program, Second Line, choreographed by Terpsicorps director Heather Maloy. Her piece is based on the traditional New Orleans funeral processions that turn into parties and celebrations in the streets. Heather was inspired to choreograph this piece after Hurricane Katrina and the rebuilding effort in New Orleans.
After the long rehearsal day, a few of us went to Barley’s Brewery where we celebrated the end of our second day with pool and dart games. This time together is special in so many ways because it allows us dancers a chance to relax and have fun, but also to begin the trusting process (which is so important in dancer relationships). It helps me to be comfortable dancing with a partner when we know how to connect with each other on all kinds of levels.
The rest of this week has been difficult (…as usual first weeks are). My brain is working overtime to remember all the choreography that we learn and my body hurts from the new movement that isn’t familiar to my muscles. My senses while partnering are being tested as well, as I work with people I’m still learning so much about.
On Thursday night some of us went to a restaurant called Sante. We were treated with cheese, crackers, fresh fruit and delicious wines.
Since we had Saturday and Sunday off, I decided to run back to Richmond to wish "bon voyage" to last year’s company members Lauren Breen, Justin McMillan, and Allison Dubsky before they move out of town. We had dinner at Mekong and then an evening of cocktails and dancing at New York Deli in Carytown.
Now, back to Asheville for more rehearsal! Until next time...
Smooches- Valerie
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