An exciting new work starred on stage recently at the Reva and David Logan Center at The University of Chicago.
"Mujeres" was performed recently by Para.Mar Dance Theatre and featured outstanding choreography by Stephanie Martinez, music by Gigi Dahill-Fachel and sets by Antonia Contro. The dance work is the first full-length ballet by Para.Mar Dance Theatre.
The company, founded by Stephanie Martinez, who is also the artistic director, is based in Chicago. The work "Mujeres" is a standout production based on the writings and poems of Gabriela Mistral.
The segments of the ballet showcase women in different situations and going through various emotions and stages from torment and passion to agony and resilence.
"Mujeres" was recently performed by Para.Mar Dance Theatre. Provided photo.
"Mujeres" is brought to life by the talented troop which stars dancers Christopher Bloom, Jayme Brauerman, Julienne Buenaventura, Kyle Halford, James La Russa, Laura Morton La Russa, Cori Lewis, Marcel Mejia, Gabrielle Sprauve and Taylor Yocum.
Among highlighted vignettes that make up "Mujeres" are "La Bailarina," "La Loca," "La Abandonado" and "La Fugitiva."
To learn more about the dance company, visit www.paramardance.com.