Big Band Suite

Choreographer
Shawn Short

Inspired by the big band music of Chick Webb’s 1930’s sound, Big Band Suite celebrates black vernacular with a classical ballet and theater feel.

Music
Chick Webb

Premiere
March, 2014
Sprenger Theater – Atlas Performing Arts Center
Washington, DC

Original Cast
Daniel Artis, Dominique Atwood, Ashley Blondell (McDowell (Soloist)), Moyston Henry Jr, Lara Love, Daniel Moore (Soloist), Kelly Trevlyn (Soloist), William Wilson

Length
5 mins

Costumes By
Shawn Short

Lighting by
Chris Holland