Centennial Park Conservancy and Friends of Metro Dance will present the new work “Orpheus Reimagined” by Duncan Dance South and Portara at the Parthenon in Centennial Park on Sunday, March 27. This project presents an original program of new and reconstructed dance and music works created for the unique space of Nashville’s Parthenon.

Meg Brooker, courtesy Duncan Dance South

Murfreesboro Dance Laureate Meg Brooker will appear in this collaboration with ECHO, an engaging chamber music series that features new classical and choral music composed for the unique reverb of the Parthenon.

Doors open at 8:15 PM; performance: 8:45 PM.

Isadora Duncan, an early 20th century modern dance pioneer, created many dance works using Greek mythology as inspiration and famously danced at the original Parthenon in Greece. Her trailblazing and rebellious spirit will be embodied by the dancers and reflected in the magnificence of the 42’ Athena statue behind them as they perform classically reconstructed Duncan works as well as newly created pieces in her style.

Portara Ensemble, a 30 member choir, has collaborated with the s Duncan Dance South to provide live musical accompaniment for the dancing as well as create new work for the program, taking advantage of the unique sound qualities of the Parthenon (a hallmark of the ECHO series).

Ticket Info: General Admission: $15 Patron: $50 (includes reserved seating and three free beverages from the bar) . See eventbrite for full information.

Please note: Masks will be required for this event.