Backhausdance
Backhausdance is a contemporary dance company formed by Artistic Director Jennifer Backhaus in January of 2003. It’s mission is to expose and educate the community about the relevance and vitality of concert dance. The company currently consists of eight dancers, four of whom are original members. Backhausdancehas an eclectic and dynamic vocabulary borrowing from many dance styles. Their movement is physically demanding and original with a wonderful sense of fluidity and strength. Backhausdance, now in its fifth year, has performed extensively throughout California at venues and festivals. Backhausdance has received 15 nominations and ten awards from the Dance Resource Center of Los Angeles for achievements in choreography, design, and performance, helping propel them to the forefront of Southern California modern dance.
Backhausdancehas a diverse repertory that is entertaining as well as artistic. Repertory works include powerful, athletic dances, emotionally charged dramatic pieces, and whimsical, humorous glimpses at the human experience. All works are professionally produced with beautiful lighting and costume designs.
