Performances
May 14, 2009, at 7:30 PM
May 15, 2009, at 8 PM
May 16, 2009, at 8 PM
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About the Performance
A Gossip-Worthy Adaptation of Othello!
 Deception, desire and paparazzi take center stage in Dwight Rhoden’s adaptation of Othello!
A Broadway style production with original music by David Rozenblatt sizzles as it drops Shakespeare’s characters into a 21st century rock and roll lifestyle. This contemporary adaptation of Othello is so seductive and dramatic it could be ripped from the gossip column headlines of today!
“My version of Othello is loosely based on the music industry,” said choreographer Dwight Rhoden. “The story of Othello is the same, but I wanted it to be modern. I think people will be able to relate to the story because it could be ripped from the headlines of today.”
Rhoden says he set out to give Othello a musical theater feel with big production numbers. To bring this Broadway style production to life, Rhoden is working with composer David Rozenblatt, who has created an original score for Othello, and saxophonist Arun Luthra, who will perform live during the performance. Rhoden is also working with costume designer Christine Darch and lighting and set designer Michael Korsch, both of whom worked with Rhoden on Dirty Truth And Pretty Lies in Dance Theatre’s most recent performance, A Night at the Movies.
Click here for Othello synopsis & casting
Click here for Na Floresta synopsis & casting
Behind the Scenes of Othello
Click here to learn more about Dwight Rhoden, whose choreography was featured on the hit Fox television show, So You Think You Can Dance.
Meet the Cast
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Dancing Othello, a music industry executive, is second year company member Joseph Watson. Before joining Dance Theatre, Watson received a B.F.A. in dance from The Julliard School. “I felt like Joseph needed a role like Othello,” said Rhoden. “I think it will be a challenge for him, and he will see incredible growth from this role.” |
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Desdemona, Othello’s wife and a singer, is being danced by Rebecca Carmazzi. Carmazzi is back after having a baby in February to take on the role. “I’ve always thought of Rebecca as a combination of strength and vulnerability which makes her well suited for this role,” said Rhoden. |
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Dancer David Ingram is performing the role of Iago. Rhoden says Iago is like a “one hit wonder,” someone who had success, but could not keep it. “David is so strong theatrically,” said Rhoden. “He gets completely into a role. He can make a dance move mean something.” |
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The role of Iago’s wife and Desdemona’s best friend, Emilia, is being danced by Traci Gilchrest. “Traci and Emilia both have delicateness and power and the ability to overcome tough situations,” said Rhoden. |
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In his first year with the Company, Dustin Layton takes on the role of Cassio. Rhoden describes Cassio as being “very young talented and Othello’s right hand man.” |
Meet the Production Team
Costumes
Costume designer Christine Darch has planned sizzling costumes for Othello. Click here to see costume sketches Christine has done for some of Dwight’s other ballets.
Take a look at what the costume shop is working on for Othello!
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| The front and back view of a female costume. The costume will alsohave a jacket. |
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| Wardrobe Supervisor Lindsey Bruck works on a female
costume for Othello |
Dancer Randolph Ward's shirt. |
Music
David Rozenblatt has composed an original score for Othello and saxophonist Arun Luthra will be performing live during the show. Click here to learn more about David and here to learn more about Arun.
Q&A with Composer David Rozenblatt
When did you and Dwight begin working on Othello?
Right after Three Point Turn, the first project Dwight and I did together, he asked me to compose Othello. That was about a year ago. I’ve been writing and putting music together for Othello for a very long time.
What direction did Dwight give you?
Dwight was talking about Othello being modern day, but he wasn’t sure what the characters would be. He gave me ideas and it was very important for him not to give me too much because that kills spontaneity. The magic happened in the recording studio when Dwight came in to listen to a draft of the music. Because I understand what Dwight likes, lot of it has to do with instinct. The process is very natural.
What can the audience expect from the composition?
To create new music I gather up my experiences and put them together. The music for Othello is predominately jazz, with rock, pop, classical and avant garde influences. These types of music overlay on each other to create something that sounds more personal.
 Also on the Program – Na Floresta
The evening of Othello will open with Nacho Duato’s Na Floresta (“in the forest” in Portuguese), last performed as part of the Innovative Works series in 2007. A plotless work to Villa-Lobos music, Na Floresta praises the beauty of the Amazonian rain forest and intends to communicate an intimacy and a feeling for nature.
Click here to learn more about Nacho Duato.
Location
Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
Belk Theater
130 N. Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
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Parking at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center
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