SummerScape Dance
July 5–7
Ronald K. Brown / Evidence
Grace and Mercy
SummerScape Commission / World Premiere
Choreography by Ronald K. Brown
Original score for Mercy written and performed by Meshell Ndegeocello
“His dances, earthy and subtly rapturous, tell stories of spirituality by weaving a tapestry of modern dance and West African forms.” —
New York Times"Astounding, something to be sensed as well as seen." —
New York Times Ronald K. Brown’s
Grace is “astounding, something to be sensed as well as seen." (
New York Times). An electrifying and soulful tour-de-force, it was originally created for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in 1999. For its 20th anniversary,
Grace is presented for the first time with all live music. The program also includes the premiere of
Mercy, a new companion piece with original live music by soul and rock singer-songwriter Meshell Ndegeocello.
Opening Night Reception for MembersFriday, July 5
Post-Performance ConversationSaturday, July 6
Pre-Performance ConversationSunday, July 7 at 1 pm
Visiting us from the New York Metro Area?Our luxury coach brings you round-trip from NYC's Upper West Side to the Fisher Center for just $40. Select the coach option available at checkout.