New Performance by Oberlin College Graduates Highlights Cross Cultural Exchange and Artistic Collaboration
Jasmine Powell and Brian Bowers join forces to premiere Shadows Chasing Light, a new work that explores cross cultural exchange and artistic collaboration as tools for examining our universal experiences of love.
Durham, North Carolina, March 30, 2016 (Newswire.com) - As part of the DIDA (Durham Independent Dance Artists) sophomore season, independent artists Jasmine Powell and Brian Bowers will co-direct and co-produce an evening-length performance entitled 'Shadows Chasing Light.' Highlighting themes of artistic collaboration and cross-cultural exchange, this production seeks to explore the ways we universally understand and embody our diverse experiences of love.
The performance installation will usher diverse artists and audiences into a unique creative experience that crosses both cultural and geographic barriers. Powell and Bowers have engaged creatives and independent artists from around the world-commissioning artistic contributions from far-reaching regions such as Brazil, Israel, Canada, India, Jordan, Egypt, and Germany, as well as domestic artists in the United States.
"The final product of what we're doing is an experience, actually. Its not just a show, its not just music, not just dancing on a stage, but its [the] intention behind what blossoms out of collaboration."
Jasmine Powell, Co-Director and Co-Producer
Premiering in Durham, North Carolina, Shadows Chasing Light will bring to life a rich selection of poetry, new music, and spoken word. The two-night performance will include solo and ensemble choreography, live percussion, and original music to be hosted at the PSI Theater-Durham Arts council, on April 21st and April 22nd.
Powell (Collage Dance Company, Dance Diaspora/Essence-Oberlin College, Philadelphia Dance Company/Philadanco - D2, Dianne McIntyre, KT Niefhoff, and Milton Myers) brings a rich history of dance, choreography and the visual arts, while Bowers blends a solid background in corporate marketing and business operations, with artistic skills in music composition, vocal performance, and creative writing.
As self-funded independent artists, the initial premier of Shadows Chasing Light is the first step towards furthering their goals of artistic collaboration, cross cultural exchange, and creative economy. The artists have agreed to donate 10% of all proceeds to a designated non-profit and local arts charity in North Carolina.
Powell and Bowers have started a campaign on Indiegogo that offers great rewards, benefits, and recognition to contributors who support their ongoing artistic efforts. The campaign goal is to raise $5000 USD which will be utilized to offset operational costs and related expenses incurred during the production. To book tickets or learn more about this performance, send all inquiries to info@shadowschasinglight.com or visit www.shadowschasinglight.com.