"FOLD BY FOLD"

2013

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet's production of Fold by Fold (2013) was made possible through the generosity of Kelli and Allen Questrom with additional support from the Wolf Trap Foundation and The Princess Grace Foundation-USA.

Length: 19 minutes
Original Music by: Michael Gilbertson (Commissioned score)
Costume Design: Marion Talan de la Rosa
Lighting Design: Seah Johnson

"The opening piece Fold by Fold, choreographed by Norbert De La Cruz II, was the strongest of the evening.  De La Cruz’s choreography presents us with an impeccable balance of styles, moods, and aesthetic.  His innate ability to direct the eye was demonstrated in his strategic staging and use of synchronized versus isolated pairings.  Dancers Craig Black, Katherine Bolanos, Sadie Brown, Paul Busch, Peter Franc, Emily Proctor, Seia Rassenti, and Joseph Watts on top of giving wonderful performances, were never crowded on stage.  There was also something to be said about the works clearly motivated motif. Set to a vivid classical score, commissioned from Michael Gilbertson, the work reminded one of a late summer afternoon in the forest.  This theme was furthered through the costumes designed by Marion Talan, which were of a dark brown, buckskin texture.  With male dancers in long tailcoats these modern and simple designs were still reminiscent of classical ballet attire.  Graceful curves were contrasted with many moments of sharp punctuated movements."
- Dance Review: Aspen Santa Fe Ballet at Wolf TrapAugust 6, 2013 by Maya Oliver

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"Fold by Fold, which will boast its world premier at Wolf Trap this Tuesday, is his second, more mature piece, while still incorporating the unique contemporary elements that define the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet (ASFB)....Norbert De La Cruz III is a choreographic voice that is not going to fade away. A striking original score by Michael Gilbertson offers music that is highly danceable, with classical bones and a contemporary sensibility. There are pianistic sections, marimba and percussion in other parts, and a constant walk on the edge between lyricism and dissonance. This is a dance that plays on the best qualities of the company — the dancers have a consistent style of attack and uniform athleticism, which make for powerful group formations and unisons.” 
- Aspen Santa Fe Ballet at Wolf Trap Tuesday, July 30JULY 28, 2013 11:59 AM BY: FAIRFAX NEWS

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