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Rennie
Harris Puremovement (Philadelphia,
PA) Rennie Harris Puremovement (RHPM) is considered one of the world's most eminent dance companies and has toured nationally and internationally. The company encompasses the diverse and rich African-American traditions of the past while presenting the voice of new generations through ever-evolving interpretations of dance. RHPM creates a landscape of movement, rhythm, sound, and images to reflect the spiritual core of self and society and as a vehicle for uniting people and cultures. "Virtuosic long columns of
superlatives could only begin to suggest their dynamic kinetic and
fresh appeal." - The
Washington Post "Rennie Harris is the Basquiat of the
US contemporary dance scene"
Touring Programs 20th Anniversary Retrospect Rennie Harris Puremovement (RHPM) Dance
Company performs a program of groundbreaking work created between
1992 and 2011. RHPM's Repertory roster is also infused with the
recent addition of "Something to do with Love Vol. I." The first
installment of a three part flirty, infectious romp set to the
timeless rhythms of Marvin Gaye and Nina Simone. Repertory
program also includes: "P-Funk" (1992), focuses on the
individuality and group dynamics of Harris's athletic male
dancers; "March of the Antmen" (1992), a reflective and timely
politically charged work that draws upon the tone and aura of an
original musical score created by Harris' friend Dru Minyard whose
life and death inspired the piece; and "Continuum" (1997), a
dazzling cipher that showcases the breathtaking
virtuosity of Harris and his company. Harris also brings back to
the stage "Students of the Asphalt Jungle" which was supported in
part by American Masters: Dance. A hallmark of Hip Hop dance
vocabulary "Students of the Asphalt Jungle" reflects and
incorporates the energy and influence of African movement,
gymnastics and Capoeira which have [for Hip Hop] been handed down
through spirit and instinct. Outreach Educational
Workshops HIP
HOP MASTER CLASS Rennie Harris and his company members
are well versed in the vernacular of Hip Hop, popping, locking,
stepping, break, house and other styles that have emerged from the
African American and Latino communities of inner city America. "HISTORY OF HIP HOP" LECTURE/DEMONSTRATION Moderated by Rennie Harris or principal
members of the company, this lecture introduces audiences to
personalities who influenced or invented various techniques and
styles that have contributed to the Hip Hop dance culture. More
importantly, the lecture/demonstration illustrates how Hip Hop has
its roots in African tradition and culture throughout the
Diasporas and includes not only African American, but
Afro-Brazilian, Afro-Cuban and Puerto Rican cultures from the
early sixties throughout today. This program includes a built-in
Question and Answer period for audiences. back to top |
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