Some performances entertain. Others move you. And then there are those rare, transformative works that stay with you long after the final curtain falls. Few Words: A Dance Cycle is one of those productions. For one week only, from March 26–30, A.C.T. of CT invites audiences to experience a breathtaking, emotional journey told not through dialogue, but through the language of movement and music.
Conceived and directed by A.C.T. of CT’s visionary Artistic Director, Daniel C. Levine, Few Words: A Dance Cycle is unlike anything the theater has produced before. Inspired by the evocative compositions of A.C.T.’s Resident Music Supervisor, Bryan Perri, this original work explores the depths of human connection, resilience, and love—without a single spoken word.
Levine, deeply moved by Perri’s newly released album Few Words, saw in its melodies the potential for something greater—stories yearning to be told through dance. And so, he created a piece that captures moments of joy, heartbreak, and understanding in their purest form. Collaborating with four renowned choreographers—Jennifer Archibald, Sara Brians, Ellenore Scott, and Maleek Washington—Levine brought to life four distinct yet thematically intertwined narratives, each revealing the power of communication beyond language.
The stories unfold like vignettes, each one a testament to the human experience:
- The Legend of the Nun of Monna Tessa (choreographed by Sara Brians) – A poignant love story set in Tuscany, where devotion transcends time and fate.
- Jane Goodall & David Greybeard: A Landmark Encounter (choreographed by Jennifer Archibald) – The groundbreaking connection between a scientist and a chimpanzee that forever changed our understanding of communication and empathy.
- Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell (choreographed by Maleek Washington) – A deeply emotional exploration of love, identity, and the silence imposed by policy.
- The Story of Marta C. González: The Prima Ballerina with Alzheimer’s Disease (choreographed by Ellenore Scott) – A stirring tribute to the enduring power of memory, music, and dance.
Levine’s passion for dance and storytelling stems from his own Broadway career and a lifelong admiration for dancers—the unsung heroes of the stage. “Dancers are the hardest-working, most collaborative artists out there,” Levine shares. “They create magic with their bodies, expressing emotions words cannot. That’s what drew me in—the idea of telling stories with few words, using only our bodies, our energy, our intention.”
What makes Few Words: A Dance Cycle so profoundly moving is its ability to speak directly to the heart. Whether it’s the tender love story unfolding in a Tuscan monastery, the silent plea for acceptance and identity, the undeniable connection between human and animal, or the prima ballerina awakened by music, each piece resonates on a level that words could never reach.
A.C.T. of CT is known for its Broadway-caliber productions, and Few Words is no exception. But this piece is also a bold step forward—proof that theater can evolve, challenge, and inspire in new ways. The overwhelming response has led to an additional performance on Sunday, March 30, at 7 PM, giving more audiences the chance to witness this extraordinary work.
As the lights dim and the first notes of Perri’s score fill the theater, prepare to be transported. This is more than a performance—it’s an experience, a journey, a revelation. For ninety minutes, words become unnecessary. The language of music and movement takes over, and in that shared silence, we understand everything.
Don’t miss your chance to witness Few Words: A Dance Cycle—a groundbreaking work that proves the most profound stories are sometimes told without words at all.
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