Pilobolus Dance Troupe Performs at UNCG Nov. 11

Posted 10-29-08

GREENSBORO — Pilobolus, the internationally-acclaimed collaborative dance and performance troupe, will bring their unique style of whimsical movement to UNCG.

The performances will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 8 p.m. in the newly-renovated Aycock Auditorium on the UNCG campus. The event is part of UNCG’s University Concert & Lecture Series.

With a name inspired from a fungus that propels itself many feet in the air, Pilobolus has been wowing audiences around the world since 1971. Using a collaborative choreographic process, the troupe uses colorful costumes and a flowing, gymnastic approach to dance.

Individual ticket prices range from $23 to $40. UNCG student prices are $9 and $7. A $2 discount applies for seniors, children under 12 and non-UNCG students.

For ticket information, contact the UNCG Box Office at (336) 334-4849. Tickets will also be available through the University Box Office web site at boxoffice.uncg.edu. Tickets may also be purchased the night of the performance at the Aycock Auditorium box office from 7-8:30 p.m.

Upcoming UC&LS events are:
• Jan. 30. The African Children’s Choir has been inspiring and entertaining audiences all over the world for more than two decades. The group is composed of children from some of the poorest countries in Africa. Many of the children have lost parents from poverty or disease. Once Choir members have completed a concert tour, they will return to their homelands with the support, care and education necessary for bettering their future and that of their brothers and sisters. Join them as they raise their inspiring voices in hope.

• Feb. 28. Who doesn’t love a tenor? Since forming in 1998, The Irish Tenors have made countless traditional treasures breathe with new life. Their repertoire includes favorites such as “Danny Boy” and “My Wild Irish Rose,” as well as interpretations of Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On.” Their eight bestselling CD’s have brought the trio a huge international following and their five PBS specials have taken then into homes and hearts all over the globe.

• April 7. The Moscow Festival Ballet performs Tchaikovsky’s “Swan Lake.” The company enchants audiences with leading dancers from across the Russias under the direction of legendary principal Bolshoi Ballet dancer Sergei Radchenko.”

For more information visit ucls.uncg.edu.