Saturday, May 3 • 2:00pm – 2:15pm
Butler Bandshell • Winburn Way, Ashland
This piece takes place in a non-human environment where its individuals can achieve perfect synchronicity with others using a machine. There is no worry of misunderstandings or miscommunications, everything is automated and easy. Until curiosity tests this world’s limits. What happens when there is no longer assistance with connection? The Dishwasher does not attempt to make a statement on whether convenience is good or bad but rather creates a parallel to display how leaving convenient situations can cause large disruptions.
Absurdity plays a large role within the piece that adds to the non-human element of the project. Details in facial expression and frantic movement help to create an otherworldly atmosphere for the viewer and performer.
The Dishwasher will also be performed on Sunday, May 2nd at 3:00pm at the SOU Music Recital Hall. Click here for more info!
Photo credit: Ida John
Versaille Jones (they/them) is a dancer and choreographer who grew up training in Georgia at Gwinnett Ballet Theater under Wade Wathall and Terminus Ballet under John Welker. In 2023 Versaille graduated from The University of the Arts under the direction of Donna Faye Burchfield with an Artistic Scholarship. Versaille has performed under choreographers such as Sidra Bell, Dennis Geter, Joanna Kotze, Fana Fraser, Kathyrn Vickers, Albert Quesada, Meaghan Novoa, and Nadya Zeitlin. They have also done professional work for The Fidget Space (Philadelphia, PA) under Megan Bridge as well as Judson Church’s Movement Research (NY). As a freelance artist Versaille has been selected to present work for Dance Canvas palette project and summer residency , Oregon Fringe Festival, Spoke the Hub Winter Follies showcase, and Houston Barnstorm.They are currently a choreographer for the Dance Canvas CCDI program as well as a selected Meli Kaye Resident in Atlanta, Georgia.
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