May 16, 2008

News Release

“Black Pearls” Inform and Inspire TISD Students

Young Audiences of Northeast Texas is bringing Second Generation Dance Company to Tyler ISD on Thursday, May 22 and Friday, May 23 to perform “Black Pearls” for the students of Boulter, Dogan, Hubbard and Stewart middle schools.  “Black Pearls”, the story of strong African women from ancient times to modern day as reflected through dance, reminds us all that we can reach for the stars and succeed. From Queen Nzinga in her role as the liberator of Angola, to Harriet Tubman – nurse, spy for the Union Army, leader in the Underground Railroad – to memories of Grandma, this performance will inform and inspire.

Second Generation Dance of Houston, Texas is a professional contemporary dance company that is dedicated to exploring the culture, heritage, and experiences of people of diverse cultures. Founded in 1993 by director/choreographer Lori Wright-Amare, Second Generation has performed over 60 ballets highlighting the positive contributions of people of color and diverse world views.  Second Generation Dance Company is on the touring roster for the Texas Commission on the Arts.

Funding for these programs comes from the Junior League of Tyler, Texas Commission on the Arts and Young Audiences donors. 

Thursday, May 22, 2008

Second Generation Dance Company, “Black Pearls”

(Sponsored by the Junior League of Tyler)   

9:45 a.m.         Dogan Middle School, 2621 N. Border, Tyler                                  

2:45 p.m.         Stewart Middle School, 2800 W. Shaw, Tyler                      

Friday, May 23, 2008  

Second Generation Dance Company, “Black Pearls”           

(Sponsored by the Junior League of Tyler)   

9:30 a.m.         Hubbard Middle School, 1300 Hubbard Dr., Tyler              

2:30 p.m.         Boulter Middle School, 2926 Garden Valley Rd., Tyler

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