Soul Seeker

An Experimental Contemporary Performance from Vanessa Hernández Cruz

OCT 10 | Doors at 6:30 PM

Individual Tickets: Sliding Scale $0-100

Soul Seeker is an experimental contemporary dance solo of the epic odyssey of our soul that will be performed at On the Boards in the Fall for the Mouthwater Festival. It recently premiered at the Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions performing art series “ABUNDANCE’. This work conveys the tumultuous journey of the soul as it navigates the labyrinthine path of life. In this cosmic journey we find ourselves intricately interwoven, connected by invisible threads that bind us to one another and to the vast universe that surrounds us. We don’t get to choose our vessel on this Earth, but the Universe grants us the profound gift of life. It is a dance of introspection and revelation, inviting audiences to embark on a transcendent voyage of self-discovery. But it is not only through movement and sound that this odyssey unfolds; visual artistry takes center stage, manifesting the chaos and beauty of our soul in vibrant hues and striking imagery.

ARTIST BIOS

Vanessa Hernández Cruz (she, her, ella) is an interdependent Chicana Disabled dance artist, filmmaker, visual artist, poet & a Disability Justice activist. She obtained her BA in Dance Science from California State University Long Beach. Over the past few years, Vanessa’s work has been shown nationally & internationally. So far this year, she was commissioned by the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs to create & perform a new work titled: “La Lucha Sigue/The Fight Continues” to celebrate & honor Corita Kent & Dolores Huerta. She was a guest speaker at Chapman University where spoke about Disability dance & workshopped her contemporary ballet repertoire Nycto-Eternity. At the moment, she is getting ready to premiere a new evening length contemporary solo titled: “Metal, Plastic, Skin” in mid-July in Los Angeles. This work explores vulnerability fatigue and how medical equipment is a form of assimilation, survival, & freedom. To learn more visit: https://www.galaxiesdance.info Follow IG: @GalaxiesDance

ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION

Mouthwater: Disabled Arts Festival

All events will be ASL interpreted. All venues have step-free access to the bathrooms and performance spaces. There will be a variety of seating and ear plugs available in venue spaces. Please reach out to cripdancedoula@gmail.com

Accessibility at On the Boards

Please contact us regarding accessibility needs and concerns. Our office can be reached by calling 206-617-9886 and dialing 1 for the box office and accessibility information. Typically, someone is available by phone Tue – Fri, 12 – 4pm – though our availability may vary.

You may also email us at: accessibility@ontheboards.org

Building Access

The ADA entrance is located on the Roy Street side of the building; please ring the doorbell by the mailbox for entry. We currently have one wheelchair available upon request.

Is there accessible seating at OtB events?

Yes. Accessible seating is available for both our Merrill Theater and Studio Theater shows. Our front row of chairs are armless, mobile, and can be configured to accommodate a wide variety of options.