Photo by Kristie Khans

Three performances at the Athenaeum Center

October 18 | 7:30 PM October 20 | 7:30 PM October 21 | 2:00 PM

“Rubio-Slager’s choreography flows like chimes; even when the wind has passed the beauty, the interaction lingers. It is my definition of phenomenal.”

— D'onminique Boyd-Riley

 

WHEN

October 18 | 7:30 PM

October 20 | 7:30 PM

October 21 | 2:00 PM

Lobby opens 30min before the performance

Talkback on stage immediately following

WHERE

Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture

2936 North Southport AvenueChicago, IL, 60657United States (map)

TICKETS | $10-$62

Step into the mesmerizing world of BareFace, a fresh and enthralling dance production that delves deep into thought-provoking themes and evocative storytelling. Inspired by the ancient myth of Cupid and Psyche, choreographer Julianna Rubio Slager tells a female-driven, utterly compelling story of love, jealousy, and a case against the gods.

The power of human connection and relationships takes center stage in BareFace. Just as Cupid and Psyche longed for each other, the dancers’ movements intertwine and interact, portraying the intricacies of love, longing, and the universal desire for connection. “With technical precision and graceful beauty,” writes Kathy D. Hey from Third Coast Review, “the talented artists of Ballet 5:8's dance company convey a range of emotions, from moments of grief and longing to lighter moments

Join us for the Ballet 5:8 Annual Gala, directly following the October 21st performance of BareFace. Eat a delicious dinner, hear from the Artists and Directors on why Ballet 5:8 is unique in the world of dance. Tickets and more information available here.