“In modern dance, the names of its persevering practitioners are like cherished objects. Dianne McIntyre is one such [artist].”—Time Out NY
Don’t miss Dianne McIntyre’s triumphant return to Harlem with the New York premiere of In the Same Tongue (2023)– an engagement set to revive the spirit of McIntyre’s internationally celebrated company Sounds in Motion. In the Same Tongue explores a legacy like that of 1920s Harlem salons, and the Black Arts Movement of the 60’s & 70’s with dynamic dancers, writers, musicians, students, photographers, thinkers and the who’s who of Black culture gathering to take part.
In the Same Tongue unites a vigorous company of dancers and musicians to explore how dance and music “speak” to each other. With original music by celebrated composer Diedre Murray, and poetry by the late Obie award-winning playwright Ntozake Shange, McIntyre’s latest work incorporates live music and dynamic vignettes to reveal how language creates worlds of beauty, alienation, harmony, tension, or peace.
“…as a seasoned (and always discovering) dance-maker, my vision is to bring to the public what many have not experienced – the merging of dance and music in my own style” – Dianne McIntyre
Conceived and choreographed by Dianne McIntyre
Original Music by Diedre Murray
Featuring poetry by Ntozake Shange
Music Direction by Gerald Brazel
Costume Design by Devario Simmons
Lighting Design by Alan C. Edwards
Scenic Design by Riw Rakkulchon
Dianne McIntyre, a 2022 Dance Magazine Award Honoree and 2023 Martha Hill Dance Fund Lifetime Achievement Awardee, is a renowned choreographer. Known for her work in concert dance and collaborations with Black music innovators, she has also choreographed for theater, film, and opera, notably in the 2022 opera Intimate Apparel for Lincoln Center Theater. Her extensive career includes choreography for Dance Theatre of Harlem, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and her own companies, like Sounds in Motion. McIntyre’s accolades include a Guggenheim Fellowship, Doris Duke Artist Award, an Emmy nomination, and numerous honors. She also creates dance-driven dramas from real-life stories. McIntyre co-directs the Jacob’s Pillow Hicks Choreography Fellows Program with Risa Steinberg.
The presentation of In the Same Tongue was made possible by the New England Foundation for the Arts’ National Dance Project, with lead funding from the Doris Duke Foundation and the Mellon Foundation.
In the Same Tongue is a part of The Apollo’s Winter/Spring 2024 season.
For accessibility concerns, please contact The Apollo Box office at [email protected] or (212) 531-5305 if any other special assistance is required for your visit. Learn more about our accessibility options here.
These performances will take place at The Apollo Stages at The Victoria Theater located at 233 W. 125th Street, Third Floor (between Adam Clayton Powell & Frederick Douglass Blvd).
Address:
233 W. 125th Street,
Third Floor
New York, NY 10027
Important Information:
Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins.
“In modern dance, the names of its persevering practitioners are like cherished objects. Dianne McIntyre is one such [artist].”—Time Out NY
Don’t miss Dianne McIntyre’s triumphant return to Harlem with the New York premiere of In the Same Tongue (2023)– an engagement set to revive the spirit of McIntyre’s internationally celebrated company Sounds in Motion. In the Same Tongue explores a legacy like that of 1920s Harlem salons, and the Black Arts Movement of the 60’s & 70’s with dynamic dancers, writers, musicians, students, photographers, thinkers and the who’s who of Black culture gathering to take part.
In the Same Tongue unites a vigorous company of dancers and musicians to explore how dance and music “speak” to each other. With original music by celebrated composer Diedre Murray, and poetry by the late Obie award-winning playwright Ntozake Shange, McIntyre’s latest work incorporates live music and dynamic vignettes to reveal how language creates worlds of beauty, alienation, harmony, tension, or peace.
“…as a seasoned (and always discovering) dance-maker, my vision is to bring to the public what many have not experienced – the merging of dance and music in my own style” – Dianne McIntyre
Conceived and choreographed by Dianne McIntyre
Original Music by Diedre Murray
Featuring poetry by Ntozake Shange
Music Direction by Gerald Brazel
Costume Design by Devario Simmons
Lighting Design by Alan C. Edwards
Scenic Design by Riw Rakkulchon
Dianne McIntyre, a 2022 Dance Magazine Award Honoree and 2023 Martha Hill Dance Fund Lifetime Achievement Awardee, is a renowned choreographer. Known for her work in concert dance and collaborations with Black music innovators, she has also choreographed for theater, film, and opera, notably in the 2022 opera Intimate Apparel for Lincoln Center Theater. Her extensive career includes choreography for Dance Theatre of Harlem, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and her own companies, like Sounds in Motion. McIntyre’s accolades include a Guggenheim Fellowship, Doris Duke Artist Award, an Emmy nomination, and numerous honors. She also creates dance-driven dramas from real-life stories. McIntyre co-directs the Jacob’s Pillow Hicks Choreography Fellows Program with Risa Steinberg.
The presentation of In the Same Tongue was made possible by the New England Foundation for the Arts’ National Dance Project, with lead funding from the Doris Duke Foundation and the Mellon Foundation.
In the Same Tongue is a part of The Apollo’s Winter/Spring 2024 season.
For accessibility concerns, please contact The Apollo Box office at [email protected] or (212) 531-5305 if any other special assistance is required for your visit. Learn more about our accessibility options here.
These performances will take place at The Apollo Stages at The Victoria Theater located at 233 W. 125th Street, Third Floor (between Adam Clayton Powell & Frederick Douglass Blvd).
Address:
233 W. 125th Street,
Third Floor
New York, NY 10027
Important Information:
Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins.
Accessibility
The Apollo is here for everyone. Artists, audiences, and all supporters should be able to experience The Apollo fully and in a way that is comfortable for them.
The Apollo has taken comprehensive steps to ensure that entrances, seating, restrooms, and more are as accessible and compliant as possible. Learn more about accessibility options and support services that might be right for you.
All persons and bags are subject to search. Bags that have passed inspection must fit comfortably under your seat. Oversized bags are prohibited.
No outside food or beverage. Accommodations are made for patrons with medical needs. Please email access@apollotheater.org or call the box office at (212) 531-5305 for assistance.
