Cal Poly Arts presents Complexions Contemporary Ballet‘s production of Star Dust: From Bach to Bowie, on Tuesday, Feb. 25 (7:30 p.m.; $47 to $71 at calpolyarts.org), in the Performing Arts Center.
“Star Dust is a ballet tribute to the genre-bending innovation of one of the prolific rock stars of our time—David Bowie. This ballet takes an array of his hits and lays a visual imprint, inspired by his unique personas and his restless invention artistically, to create a rock opera style production in his honor. With Bowie’s 40-plus-year career and 25 albums that stretch across musical borders, Star Dust pays homage to the iconic and chameleonic spirit of what can only be described as … Bowie,” according to organizers.
Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson lead the 16-member dance company, whose mission is to “create a dynamic and inclusive performance experience that transcends boundaries, captivates audiences, and inspires a profound appreciation for the limitless possibilities of movement.” Δ
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