Segerstrom Center for the Arts Presents GRAHAM100
Join Segerstrom Center for the Arts for an extraordinary evening with the world-renowned Martha Graham Dance Company, celebrating its 100th anniversary in GRAHAM100. This historic performance will take place at Segerstrom Hall on Saturday, January 18, at 7:30 PM. Tickets are now available at www.SCFTA.org.
In honor of its centennial, the Martha Graham Dance Company is presenting a multi-season celebration exploring the breadth of Martha Graham’s profound artistic legacy. Under the artistic direction of Janet Eilber since 2005, the Company continues to inspire with performances, exhibitions, new productions, film screenings, and more.
The Company’s Current Dancers
Lloyd Knight | Xin Ying | Leslie Andrea Williams | Anne Souder | Laurel Dalley Smith | So Young An
Richard Villaverde | Devin Loh | Antonio Leone | Meagan King | Ane Arrieta | Zachary Jeppsen-Toy
Amanda Moreira | Jai Perez | Ethan Palma
A Legacy of Artistic Innovation
Since her first performance on April 18, 1926, Martha Graham’s trailblazing style has revolutionized modern dance, leaving an indelible mark on generations of artists. Her uniquely American approach continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
This season’s program features both iconic classics and bold new works, including:
Appalachian Spring (1944) – Set to Aaron Copland’s celebrated score, this piece evokes the spirit of renewal and resilience in the American frontier.
Immediate Tragedy – A solo performance symbolizing determination, now accompanied by a newly imagined score from Christopher Rountree.
Adding to the program are two contemporary masterpieces:
CAVE (2022) – A high-energy, techno club-inspired piece by acclaimed choreographer Hofesh Shechter, created in collaboration with the Company’s dancers.
We the People (2024) – Choreographed by Jamar Roberts with a powerful score by Rhiannon Giddens, this work reflects on the ongoing pursuit of America’s promise, blending folk music with poignant themes of protest and hope.
As the oldest modern dance company in the United States, the Martha Graham Dance Company has redefined contemporary dance by weaving social, political, and psychological narratives into its works. Today, the Company’s innovative programming pairs Graham’s masterpieces with fresh creations by today’s leading choreographers, offering a vibrant and dynamic experience for audiences.
Praised as “one of the great companies of the world” (The New York Times) and hailed for its dancers’ “technical brilliance and artistic nuance” (Washington Post), the Martha Graham Dance Company continues to set the standard for modern dance excellence.
Tickets and Information
Tickets for GRAHAM100: 100th Anniversary of the Martha Graham Dance Company start at $44.07 and are available:
- Online:www.SCFTA.org
- In Person: 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- By Phone: (714) 556-2787
For group discounts (10 or more), contact Group Services at (714) 755-0236.
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness a century of dance brilliance brought to life on stage!
