The Space in Between – Canton

THREE WORLD PREMIERES IN ONE SHOW Join us for a mesmerizing journey of “The Cave,” a profound tale derived from Plato’s ancient allegory. Choreographed by Julianna Rubio Slager, this ballet transports audiences into a society confined within the rocky walls of a cave, their existence limited to the shadows dancing before them. The Cave invites audiences to ponder the power of perception and the pursuit of truth.

In the heart’s rhythm, where words meet motion, Overshadowed and Ballet 5:8 unite to breathe life into The Caged Bird Sings. Take flight with a dance of liberation and resilience. With each step, each word, we honor the journey of the caged bird, yearning to break free from the constraints of silence. Join us on this sacred voyage, where poetry and movement intertwine, echoing the spirit of my timeless anthem. Together, we rise, dance, and sing the song of freedom.

Corinthians 13:13 and Bach’s Pas de Six by Seyong Kim, “In this collaboration with Ballet 5:8, I aspire to achieve an artistic synergy that transcends cultural boundaries and emphasizes peaceful coexistence in our contemporary, globalized society. Through an interpretive lens grounded in Christian values, we shall fuse our distinct creative voices into a harmonious, profound, and holistic artistic expression.

Finally, this performance features the return of the Ballet 5:8 classic “The Space in Between.” Drawing inspiration from The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis, “The Space in Between” explores the nature of eternity and the joy found on its shores. In Lewis’ work, Hell is not a place where a vengeful God tortures his victims, but a place “where the gates are locked from the inside.”