NOBA Presents Martha Graham Dance Company

Closing the season on March 23 at the Mahalia Jackson Theater at 8 pm, the Martha Graham Dance Company will perform in New Orleans for the very first time in the company’s 87-year history. Hailed as “one of the seven wonders of the artistic universe” (Washington Post), the Martha Graham Dance Company revolutionized American dance. A trailblazing genius, Graham captured the contemporary spirit of her time and created groundbreaking works that continue to inspire and captivate audiences. The New Orleans program is highlighted by Graham’s masterpiece Appalachian Spring (1944), set to the famous Aaron Copeland score, and Panorama (1935), danced by New Orleans youth in celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the NORDC/NOBA Center For Dance.