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Dance Theatre of Harlem

Dance Theatre of Harlem

Purdue University Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging presents the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Event

Robert Garland
Artistic Director

*NEW START TIME: 6PM

Tuesday, January 16, 2024 / 6:00 pm

Elliott Hall of Music

712 3rd Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907 United States
FREE TICKETSGROUP ORDERS

*Due to the tipoff time of the Purdue vs. Indiana men’s basketball game on January 16, the start time for Dance Theatre of Harlem has shifted to 6pm. Patrons attending this Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. commemorative event should still be able to get home after the performance to watch the second half of the basketball game. Dance Theatre of Harlem, January 16, 2024 at 6pm, presented by the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging and powered by Purdue Convocations.

ABOUT THE SHOW

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Each year, Purdue celebrates the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a commemorative event that honors his life’s work in civil rights and social justice. This Convos season, the Dance Theatre of Harlem will elevate this annual event with their stunning, passionate choreography and performance.

Founded in 1969, the Dance Theatre of Harlem is an institution of unparalleled global acclaim, and the 18-member, multi-ethnic company performs a forward-thinking repertoire that uses the language of ballet to celebrate the belief that the art form belongs to everyone. Dance Theatre of Harlem is not just a dance company– they are a singular presence in the ballet world, an elegant example of what is possible when an inclusive approach to art is allowed to evolve and thrive.

The performance at Purdue will include works set to a variety of musical styles including “Higher Ground” (Stevie Wonder), Allegro (Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky), and Blake Works (James Blake). 

2024 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. events at Purdue

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Group Orders

For group orders larger than 6, please visit the Box Office in Stewart Center, or call (765) 494-3933 Monday – Friday, 10am-6pm.

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One of America’s most revered dance companies display their immense talents again in a beautifully created and performed show.

New York City Theatre

A group of dancers from Dance Theatre of Harlem perform on stage against a red background, wearing colorful costumes in shades of red, orange, and yellow at Purdue Convocations. One dancer in a red dress is lifted gracefully into the air.
A ballerina in a brown tutu and tiara gracefully poses on stage, balancing on one pointed toe with one leg lifted and arms curved, performing for the Dance Theatre of Harlem at Purdue Convocations against a dark purple backdrop.
Three ballet dancers in matching brown tutus and headbands perform gracefully on stage en pointe under soft, dramatic lighting—a captivating moment from the Dance Theatre of Harlem presented by Purdue Convocations.
Three ballet dancers in matching tutus perform identical leaps across a stage, arms and legs extended gracefully, against a dark purple backdrop—a stunning scene presented by Dance Theatre of Harlem at Purdue Convocations.
Two dancers in orange outfits from Dance Theatre of Harlem perform on stage, each balancing on one leg with the other extended high. A dark background with blue lighting and mist heightens the drama of their synchronized movement at Purdue Convocations.
Six dancers in matching orange outfits from Dance Theatre of Harlem pose on stage, each holding a smartphone and taking selfies. They stand close together against a dark background, capturing playful and expressive moments at Purdue Convocations.
Eight ballet dancers in white costumes perform in pairs on stage, each male dancer lifting his partner into the air, creating dramatic, symmetrical poses against a dark background at Dance Theatre of Harlem presented by Purdue Convocations.
Six ballet dancers in white costumes from the Dance Theatre of Harlem perform on stage, striking dynamic and graceful poses under dramatic lighting and mist, presented by Purdue Convocations against a dark backdrop.
A group of dancers from Dance Theatre of Harlem reach toward a dancer in an orange dress who extends her arm against a red-lit background, their earth-toned costumes and expressive formation brought to life by Purdue Convocations.
Eight dancers in light costumes perform on a dark stage. Presented by Purdue Convocations, the Dance Theatre of Harlem creates a dynamic, expressive arrangement with four pairs lifting and two dancers posing low at center stage.

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