Contact Information

Michelle Pearson
Black Box Dance Theatre
(919) 345-1202
[email protected]
https://www.blackboxdancetheatre.org/

Space Requirements

Wood floor stage, free of debris, splinters and screws. No concrete or carpet. No temporary stages. Dressing area close to stage.

Tech Requirements

Sound system and stage monitors compatible with iPod or CD use. Sound system must be accessible to dancers on stage.

Availability

Fridays are preferred (morning or afternoon). Black Box Dance Theatre is able to perform up to 3 shows in one day in the same location.

Fee Structure

$1,500 for one show
$2,300 for two same day shows
$3,000 for three same day shows

 

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Black Box Dance Theatre Performance

Black Box Dance Theatre
Program Type: Performance

Black Box Dance Theatre Performance

A Black Box Dance Theatre (BBDT) school show is an immersive, high-energy experience that invites students into the creative process of dance. Drawing from BBDT’s signature non-fiction dance approach, the performance features a range of repertory—from physically dynamic, athletic works to innovative collaborations and culturally rich pieces inspired by traditions such as Day of the Dead. For older students, thought-provoking works explore themes like the enduring myth of Sisyphus and the real-life story of Purple Heart recipient and dancer Alfredo Hurtado—offering powerful examples of resilience, service, and humanity.

Every performance includes meaningful audience participation, transforming students from observers into active participants. Along the way, students discover the roots of modern dance in American ideals of freedom of expression and equality. They explore movement concepts such as shape, dynamics, and storytelling—learning how to “dance” a written paragraph, experience the physics of lifting with ease, and interpret ideas that words alone cannot express.

As part of an exciting National Science Foundation research collaboration, BBDT is also integrating concepts from quantum physics into its work—opening new pathways for students to engage with both art and science through embodied learning. By demystifying the choreographic process, BBDT empowers students to see themselves as creative thinkers, leaving them inspired to generate their own ideas and respond to the world through movement.

Artist Background

Black Box Dance Theatre has performed for thousands across NC and is a favorite of both students and educators. Known for their non-fiction accounts of the world, the troupe has expertise in making dances that are relevant and inspirational to audiences of all ages. It matters who is dancing and what you are dancing about: this modern dance company includes a hip hop dancer, a ballerinas, and a Purple Heart Army veteran all adding to the artistry on stage. Michelle Pearson, Artistic Director, has co-authored a Virtual Tool Box with methods and steps for bringing dance into the classroom.

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