Missouri State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance presents a unique take on the dance experience with its 2025 Fall Dance Concert.
The production will be performed entirely outdoors.
Show times are 7:30 p.m. Nov. 6-8, with a matinee performance at 2:30 p.m. Nov. 9, all at the John Goodman Amphitheatre.
Associate Professor of Dance Azaria Hogans coordinated this year’s concert, which is free and open to the public. No tickets are required.
Outdoor performances immerse audience in dance
For this year’s concert, Hogans adopted an unusual format.
“This year’s concert is very unique,” she said. “Many of the dances will be site specific, and we will tour the audience to a couple of nearby locations to view some of the dances. We will also have a couple of dance films projected. The audience will be truly immersed in this concert.”
Each performance of “Immersion” will start at the John Goodman Amphitheatre (JGA). From there, it will continue to various areas around JGA. Nearly 40 students will perform in the concert.
Warm clothes, comfortable shoes and hot chocolate
Hogans said the “Immersion” concept blends well with the season’s “Awakening” theme because dance itself is an awakening experience.
“The body is powerful in awakening oneself to inner thoughts as well as being able to experience the stories of others: awakening empathy, new ways of thinking and reflection,” Hogans explained.
To counter any potential cool weather, Hogans said patrons should wear warm clothes and comfortable shoes. The Mo State Dance Co, a student organization, will also be on hand selling hot chocolate as a fundraiser “and to keep everyone cozy,” she added. Another student organization, Maroon Dynasty, will also be selling glow sticks and hand warmers.
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