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the missing peace (2018)

Connecting the issues to the community, connecting the community to hope, and connecting hope to help.
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For representation in North America:

Jessica Marino, Artist Manager
JAMpress Management
[email protected]
TEL: (484) 599.0252
www.jamdancer.com
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press:

“...a virtually seamless outpouring of movement, empathy and, surprisingly, a real beauty that immersed the audience in many ways... the serious intent...ultimately gave it a sweet clarity of purpose, something that should transfer well on tour.” --Jane Vranish, Pittsburgh Post Gazette, 2018

"...The Missing Peace combines and expands on the original trio of diverse dance projects about identity, Alzheimer’s disease and suicide to create a multimedia contemporary dance work that is unified by messages of struggle, hope and resilience." --Steve Sucato, Pittsburgh City Paper Preview, 2018

"...each piece aims to raise awareness about an issue and offer hope and comfort that there are support networks, be it a relative, friend or professional help." --Sara Bauknecht, Pittsburgh Post Gazette Preview, 2018

the project:

The Missing Peace is a performance event highlighting three Pittsburgh choreographers: Brady Sanders, Jamie Erin Murphy, and Shana Simmons. Each choreographer has developed an already existing short work into a twenty minute piece individually surrounding issues of Alzheimer's Disease, suicide/depression, and self-identity struggles. Through this production and incorporating outside organizations to take part in the event, we hope to bring encouragement and support to those struggling with any of these issues, spreading awareness about them, and demonstrating how powerful and necessary the arts and dance are to make an impact in our community.

The inspiration for this project came from the trio presenting these works in New York City in January 2017 as part of the Internationally renowned APAP Conference. Sanders, Murphy and Simmons feel very strongly that outreach towards these causes is necessary at this time due to the emotional dynamics in our society and the change in political power that has created uncertainty within our communities. Each piece was created by the choreographer in their own style, voice and strategies, starting with the seed idea from the previously performed work.

Organizations with involvement were The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Pittsburgh Chapter, The Alzheimer's Association, and local life coaches that support people struggling with their identities. Through volunteering with these organizations, the dance company was able to incorporate hands-on interaction and learn about the causes. This interactive process helped guide the works and shape each choreographer's perspective. Each organization was represented at the performances through their volunteers and tables and patrons were more willing to speak with them after watching the show.

This project is made possible through the Heinz Small Arts Initiative and our generous supporters.

PRE-SHOW VIDEO:

The Missing Peace - Shana Simmons Dance, Pittsburgh from Human City Films on Vimeo.

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  • Welcome
  • Upcoming
    • Spring MISHMOSH
  • About SSD
    • OUR PEOPLE
    • DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
    • PRESS >
      • VIDEO
      • IMAGES
    • Contact
    • JOB OPPORTUNITIES
  • Pittsburgh International Dance Film Festival
    • PIDFF FAQ
    • PRESS ABOUT CONSTRUCTED SIGHT
    • OPENING NIGHT PROGRAM
  • PROJECTS
    • Bonfire Triptych Program
    • IN/BEtween >
      • IN/BEtween Program
    • LIVING LANDSCAPES
    • VIRTUAL DANCE EXCHANGE PROJECT >
      • VDEP Symposium: Dialogue 1, Oct 5
      • VDEP SYMPOSIUM: DIALOGUE 2, OCT 26
      • VDEP SYMPOSIUM: DIALOGUE 3, NOV 16
      • FAQ'S
    • ELEVATE: a triple bill of female choreographers
    • THE MISSING PEACE (2018) >
      • THE MISSING PEACE BLOG
      • The HOPE Series
    • OBJECTIVE I (2015)
    • PASSENGER (2014)
    • RELATIVE POSITIONS (2012)
    • COLLABORATIONS
    • CHOREOGRAPHY >
      • RED ROVER, RED ROVER
      • GROUNDED IN THE SOIL
      • OF ELEPHANTS AND ASSES
      • DANCING SOLO
      • QUIRKE
      • BITS... PIECES...
      • RESONANT PASSINGS
      • TEA PARTY
      • A-PART
      • WHAT IS YOUR...?
      • CRUNCH
  • DONATE
  • TEACHING
    • Creative Performance Workshop
  • FUTURE BUILDING
  • Community
    • NACHMO FAQ