Deeply Rooted Dance Theater
Chicago’s Deeply Rooted Dance Theater (DRDT) is rooted in traditions of American and African-American dance, storytelling and universal themes that spark a visceral experience and ignite an emotional response in diverse audiences worldwide. DRDT collaborates with nationally renowned choreographers across the spectrum of modern, ballet and African dance to reflect contemporary voices.
Hedy Weiss, Chicago Sun-Times
“[Deeply Rooted is] the city’s answer to the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, yet with a profile very much its own… spiritual fervor, physical prowess, and sheer, unalloyed joy in movement.”
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This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
See these additional Xfest shows in SIUE’s Metcalf Theater:
- Bouffon Glass Menajoree by Ten Directions, St. Louis, Tuesday, Sept. 11, 7:30 p.m.
- Type/Caste by Rotimi Agbabiaka, San Francisco, Wednesday, Sept. 12, 7:30 p.m.
- Eddie Poe by The Coldharts, New York City, Thursday, Sept. 13, 7:30 p.m.
For Xfest shows (other than Deeply Rooted Dance Theater) tickets may be purchased through the Theater and Dance Department by calling 618-650-2774 or in person at the Theater and Dance Box Office, Dunham Hall, Room 1042b.
