COYOTE'S DANCE



Photo by Mercedes McAndrew

 

"In the captivating Coyote's Dance, an interactive spectacle, the proud, clever coyote of American Indian legend is being imaginatively incarnated by Treehouse Shakers."
Laurel Graeber, New York Times


Retold By Mara McEwin
Choreographed By Emily Bunning
Drum Composition By Roderick Jackson
Music By ULALI
Costumes By Patti Gilstrap
Running Time: 45 minutes
Performers: 2 Actors, 3 Dancers, 1 Drummer

Cast
Emily Bunning, Amber Ford, Malinda Crump, Ashley McGill, Roderick Jackson, Mara McEwin, Sarah Milosevich, and Miranda Wilson

Coyote's Dance envelops the culture and story of Coyote, whose exploits are recounted among many of the North American Indian nations. Audiences follow Coyote, who is both clown and teacher, on a humorous journey of deceit and adventure. Coyote's Dance is performed in native-influenced costumes, headdresses and a lively mixture of movement-styles from various Indian nations. The dance-play expresses the remarkable vitality of the cultures to which these stories belong. Coyote's Dance is excellent for all ages, and can be presented with additional workshops that include; drumming, storytelling and dance tailored to accommodate the appropriate age range.




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*All Performances include Teacher's Guides upon request as well as additional classroom workshops. Please call Mara McEwin at (212) 715-1914 for booking or additional information.


What are they saying...
"In the captivating Coyote's Dance, an interactive spectacle, the proud, clever coyote of American Indian legend is being imaginatively incarnated by Treehouse Shakers."
Laurel Graeber, New York Times

Coyote's Dance 2006

“My daughter Lucy has been to many performances, but none have really impacted her like this one. Your work is very unique and lovely.”
-Parent, Dr. Linda Dahl, M.D.

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We are happy to book any of our current performances. If you are a school, community center, festival or theatre, our company can travel to your site. Please call Mara McEwin at (212) 715-1914 or email us at:
contactus@treehouseshakers.com

 

Treehouse Shakers
Radio City Station
P.O. Box 186
New York, NY 10101-0186
(212) 715-1914
contactus@treehouseshakers.com

Emily Bunning, Artistic Coordinator "Mover"
Mara McEwin, Artistic Director "Shaker"

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