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Escape from the House of Mercy is an abstract choreographic rendering of sensations and images evoking the spirits of women whose lives were forever changed and diminished by the workhouses and laundries in the US and Ireland. Flesh and tears haunt the dreams and shattered hopes of escape. The ghost-filled air surrounds the dancers as they wrap themselves in transparent net fabric, both isolating and protective, from the forces at work against them. We now invite audiences to wonder and reflect upon why these places from the past are important now and how history connects us to the present condition of womens rights around the globe.
Choreography: Catherine Gallant in collaboration with dancers-
Anne Parichon-Buoncore, Erica Lessner, Charlotte Hendrickson, Cecly Placenti,
Kelli Chapman, Megan Minturn, Halley Gerstel, Jessie King, and Jasmine Oton
Costumes: Ivana Drazic Video Design: Erica Lessner
Music: Dana Lyn and Kyle Sanna, Alina Jacobs, Rolf Wagels
Video design: Erica Lessner
In our research we read the chilling interviews collected by the Justice for the Magdalenes organization and went on to study the Irish Workhouse system through a residency at Portumna's Irish Workhouse Centre. In NYC, The House of Mercy was one of a number of institutions at Inwood Hill Park. It was a home for abandoned and troubled women'', in fact, most inhabitants were brought there against their wills. A young woman could be locked up for years for an offense such as dancing in public or walking alone at night. Inhumane and demoralizing treatment were disguised as rehabilitation as the rights of the poor, especially women, were completely denied. Our work shines a thought provoking light onto these stories.
If you're unable to attend, consider donating the cost of a ticket. Your support is greatly appreciated! Thank you. https://www.catherinegallantdance.com/donate.html
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LocationThe Performance Project @ University Settlement (View)
184 Eldridge Street
NEW YORK, NY 10002
United States
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| Minimum Age: 12 |
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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