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The Holy Blues. Blink of an Eye. A Case of You.

Cal Performances, Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, USA
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Important Info
Type: Ballet
City: Berkeley, USA
Starts at: 19:30
Duration: 1h 51min

E-tickets: Print at home or at the box office of the event if so specified. You will find more information in your booking confirmation email.

You can only select the category, and not the exact seats.
If you order 2 or 3 tickets: your seats will be next to each other.
If you order 4 or more tickets: your seats will be next to each other, or, if this is not possible, we will provide a combination of groups of seats (at least in pairs, for example 2+2 or 2+3).

Cast
Performers
Creators
Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach
Choreographer: Chalvar Monteiro
Choreographer: Jawole Willa Jo Zollar
Choreographer: Judith Jamison
Choreographer: Medhi Walerski
Choreographer: Ronald K. Brown
Choreographer: Samantha Figgins
Overview

The Holy Blues by Jawole Willa Jo Zollar is a contemporary dance work rooted in African American spiritual and blues traditions. Through powerful movement and music, it expresses faith, struggle, and collective strength.

The Holy Blues is a dynamic contemporary work by Jawole Willa Jo Zollar that draws from African American spirituals, blues, and embodied history. The choreography weaves grounded, rhythmic movement with moments of emotional release, reflecting themes of devotion, survival, and joy. Performed by Samantha Figgins and Chalvar Monteiro, the piece resonates with intensity, resilience, and communal spirit.

Blink of an Eye by Mehdi Walerski is a fast-paced, high-energy contemporary dance work driven by precision and momentum. The choreography captures fleeting moments, shifting instantly between control and release.

Blink of an Eye by Mehdi Walerski explores speed, awareness, and the tension between instinct and structure. Sharp transitions and continuous motion create a sense of urgency, as if time is constantly slipping forward. The work highlights Walerski’s athletic and musical style, where split-second choices shape the entire experience.

A Case of You by Judith Jamison is a deeply personal and expressive solo that explores love, longing, and emotional vulnerability. The work reveals the quiet power of intimacy through restrained yet resonant movement.

A Case of You by Judith Jamison is an iconic solo that embodies reflection, devotion, and emotional depth. Set to Joni Mitchell’s song, the choreography unfolds with simplicity and honesty, allowing feeling to guide each gesture. It stands as a timeless expression of Jamison’s artistry, presence, and ability to communicate profound emotion through movement.

Grace by Ronald K. Brown is a spiritually grounded work that reflects themes of faith, humanity, and compassion. The choreography blends African and contemporary movement with a sense of reverence and hope.

Created by Ronald K. Brown, Grace draws inspiration from African diaspora traditions, gospel music, and social consciousness. The movement is fluid and rhythmic, emphasizing connection, uplift, and collective strength. Through its emotional clarity and spiritual tone, the work offers a meditation on dignity, resilience, and shared humanity.

Venue Info

Cal Performances - Berkeley
Location   101 Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, CA 94720, United States

Cal Performances is the performing arts organization of the University of California, Berkeley. It presents world-class music, dance, and theater performances throughout the year.

Important Info
Type: Ballet
City: Berkeley, USA
Starts at: 19:30
Duration: 1h 51min
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