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Program Rough-Draft

 

Modern Dance II / Spring Recital 2025

 

Every semester, Modern Dance II is the host of a dance recital that brings the work created by the students during the semester to full fruition. This semester, students have choreographed solo and ensemble pieces which reflect their creative process. Their pieces reference the legacy of the forerunners of modern dance in Europe and North America.  The students' works, listed in the program below, are an expression of their own stories. Welcome to a space where dance art matters!

 

 

P R O G R A M

 

Solos

 

1

Ice Way

Dancer: Sibylle Cao

Choreographer: Sybylle Cao

Music: SOLO by Jennie

https://youtu.be/b73BI9eUkjM?si=opOXfQhBfaS8RZsj

My solo is about ice skating and how it is a gate away for people to distress and be able to enjoy skating on the ice freely.

 

2

Heartbreak

Dancer: Lexi Wolf

Choreographer: Lexi Wolf

Music:

My piece is about heartbreak, toxic love, longing, and emotional vulnerability. It describes a complicated, unhealthy relationship where one feels deeply drawn to someone despite the pain and emotional turmoil it causes her. 

 

3

Untitled

Dancer: Isabella Ribeiro

Choreographer: Isabella Ribeiro

Music: Nobody Gets Me by SZA’s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNd_ufPG3x4

Synopsis

 

4

'Tethered To The Sky'

Dancer: Monique Frauenheim

Choreographer: Monique Frauenheim

Music:

The story of someone haunted by the loss of a loved one. Unsure if they are mourning in real life or still caught in a dream. The piece blurs the line between nightmare and memory, going through flickers of comfort and sudden fits of fear. The dance embodies that surreal space between sleep and consciousness, where you keep reaching for someone you already lost.

 

5

Places

Dancer: Maya Grossblatt

Choreographer: Maya Grossblatt

Music:

My piece is about the idea of putting on shoes and the different journeys and places the shoes take us.

 

6

Running Away

Dancer: Savannah Bray

Choreographer: Savannah Bray

Music: Let Me Down Slowly by Alec Benjamin

This dance is about someone running away from an abuser and trying to find who she is again by herself.

 

7

Frustrating World

Dancer: Vanessa Aiello

Choreographer: Vanessa Aiello

Music: Out my mind just in time (instrumental) by Erykah Badu.

https://youtu.be/brUSjjVQMGQ?si=fqvNhEylmBHUB0Us

Overall, my piece is about being unsuccessful in trying something new and getting really frustrated and then finally at the end figuring out the conflict and being successful.

 

8

Shopping for life

Dancer: Jazmyn Aaron

Choreographer: Jazmyn Aaron

Music: "No tears left to cry" by Arianna Grande

My piece represents the thrill of shopping, I am a girl walking through a mall buying new clothes and shoes, when suddenly I find a beautiful crown that would go perfect with my out fit, but then someone snatches it out of my hand, but I snatch it back and then continue shopping with my new crown

 

9

Here Comes the Sun.

Dancer: Nina Gerson

Choreographer: Nina Gerson

Music: Here Comes the Sun by The Beatles

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=KQetemT1sWc

My piece recreates a place where the sun meets the ocean and the rising and setting each day.

 

10

Love Yourself

Dancer: Remi Rosenfeld

Choreographer: Remi Rosenfeld

Music: Bubbly by Colbie Caillat

https://youtu.be/AWGqoCNbsvM?si=uMgoSGzv_gR_3l-K

My story is about a girl struggling in a relationship and realizing she needs herself only to love herself.

           

11

Untitled

Dancer: Brianna Sacks

Choreographer: Brianna Sacks

Music: Top of Form

Traitor by Olivia Rodrigo

https://youtu.be/DCcAtJ1PuEU?si=J4E3jmbLu8fhVRls

In my piece, her heart breaks and she ends up finding herself and it’s for the better.

  

12

“The Figure”

Dancer: Nicole Goldun

Choreographer: Nicole Goldun

Music: Gorillaz  - Clint Eastwood (Karaoke) (1:00 – 2:00 min)

https://youtu.be/jv1RrZPo0pc?si=JYRQ7ksaG9j_097d

“The Figure” describes the dance of a girl (me) who always comes in touch with a figure whilst least expected in random moments of her life. The dance starts with a girl walking down and when she comes in touch with the figure she begins her dance with it but alas she is tired of the figure and finally attempts to split off at the end of the end of dance, showing her frustration.

 

13

Self-Discovery

Dancer: Angie Malik

Choreographer: Angie Malik

Music: Wake me up- Avicii


My dance is supposed to represent finding your true self and expressing yourself to find who you are. Going out of your comfort and expressing yourself through music or whatever makes you feel good.

 

14

Sweet, Whimsical Love

Dancer: Sarabeth Levin

Choreographer: Sarabeth Levin

Music: Kiss me by Sixspense None The Richer

My piece will incorporate what it feels like to be in love and the crazy feelings that come with it. Whether it's magical or painful the dance will symbolize all the good and bad that it comes with.

 

15

Nostalgia

Dancer: Rebecca Simensky

Choreographer: Rebecca Simensky

Music: Rome

I chose this to be the title because the song is about missing somone and reminiscing about a old time. As a freshman in college I relate to that message as I am living in a new state and surrounded by new friends and experiences. 

 

16

Unveil

Dancer: Jessica Abboud

Choreographer: Jessica Abboud

Music:

Dance move fluidly, each holding a mysterious box that glows with hidden potential. As they open them one by one, dazzling lights and visions of new worlds emerge, transforming the stage into a realm of endless possibilities. With a final step, they leave the past behind, stepping boldly into the unknown.

 

17

Sisterly Bonds

Dancer: Ella Corigliano

Choreographer: Ella Corigliano

Music: "Slipping Through My Fingers"

https://youtu.be/hRr7qRb-7k4?si=oafzD8yGdrAErTUY

I’m heading off to college, leaving my sister behind. Initially, I couldn't believe im really leaving for college, experiencing life without my sister (Denial). Frustration sets in as I grapple with the reality (Anger). I consider compromises like frequent visits or video calls (Bargaining). The sadness of separation hits, leading to homesickness (Depression). Over time, I adjust, make new friends who make Miami feel like a home away from home, and embrace college life while staying connected with her sister (Acceptance). As you can see my story is based on leaving my sister for college and going through the 5 stages of grief. 

 

18

“The Weight of Wings”

Dancer: Shelby Pasternack

Choreographer: Shelby Pasternack

Music:

Alone in her dorm room, a girl unfolds a letter left behind by her parents. She reads their words, a final embrace before her journey of her first year of college begins. As she reads, memories of home swirl around her, both comforting and aching. Through movement, she navigates the space between holding on and letting go. The girl starts to understand who she is becoming and learning how to be independent.

19

In the Waiting

Dancer: Karen Abboud

Choreographer: Karen Abboud

Music: Let’s Go by Indie Folk Central

https://youtu.be/8UjJBh_GO2k?si=9Y6csSrZgBM8OBJj

 This solo piece explores the journey of starting from nothing—facing a space that feels empty, where it seems like there’s nothing left to do. But through hard work, patience, and inner peace, you begin to cultivate something meaningful. It’s a reminder that nothing worthwhile comes easily. Even when you start from scratch, with dedication and time, growth happens. In the end, what once felt barren transforms into exactly what you were hoping for.

 

20

Lost and Found

Dancer: Sofia Braun

Choreographer: Sofia Braun

Music: Ocean Eyes by Billie Eilish.

My story is about the journey of finding something you have been looking for. This could be interpreted as finding something physical or even spiritual or emotional and dancing your way to finding that missing object/connection.

 

21

The Tea Cup

Dancer:  Isabella Racanelli

Choreographer: Isabella Racanelli

Music:

In my piece, I drink a cup of tea I haven't had in a long time, and it brings back memories I try to hold onto.

 

22



Untitled

Dancer: Lizzie Emby

Choreographer: Lizzie Emby

Music: Vienna by Billy Joel

https://youtu.be/3jL4S4X97sQ?si=uFShUQWZaRYA5_6K

In my dance, I am writing about growing up and that everything life brings is meant to be no matter the ups and downs

 

23

 

The door: wait for a minute

Dancer: Sophia Talamas

Choreographer: Sophia Talamas

Music: Wait for a Minute by Justin Bieber

https://youtu.be/xkL1PCBI9sQ?si=yRsSsLwLY95U07pq

In my solo I am looking through a library, exploring, and a find a door. When I open the door I find myself in a cube and then I realize that I am stuck and I actually want to get out of it. And I fight until I do; then, I am relieved and happy to dance. 

 

24

Learning About Me

Dancer: Becca Ross

Choreographer: Becca Ross

Music: Lose you to love me by Selena Gomez

https://youtu.be/zlJDTxahav0?si=SodgmTgv-LANpASK

My piece is about how as I have grown up I have changed and evolved into the person I am from different experiences. These experiences have shaped me into an independent woman that I am today and I am thankful for them. 

 

25

 

Untitled

Dancer: Joud Alwuhaib

Choreographer: Joud Alwuhaib

Music:

 

Synopsis

 

 

 

26

 

“Frustrating World”

Dancer: Anyla Asif

Choreographer: Anyla Asif

Music: Out my Mind, Just in Time (instrumental) by Erykah Badu.

My piece is about being unsuccessful in trying something new and getting frustrated that I cannot perform the task. After finally taking a step back and learning that I have more time to get “perfect” at it, I become successful in the end by figuring out the conflict.

 

27

Untitled

Dancer: Liliana  Li

Choreographer: Liliana Li

Music:

Synopsis

 

28

Untitled

Dancer: Zixian Lin

Choreographer: Zixian Li

Music:

Synopsis

 

29

Untitled

Dancer: Ava Marasco

Choreographer: Ava Marasco

Music:

Synopsis

 

30

 Hoping 

 Dancer: Maddi Pohl

Music: I was hoping by Courtney Hart 

https://youtu.be/_4LIcwNFMSU?si=fm_b4aIKX8Wk5Bgp

My solo is about feeling lost and not knowing how to navigate the things life throws at you.


31

Untitled

Dancer: Guoning Sun

Choreographer: Guoning Sun

Music:

 

Synopsis

 

 

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Ensembles

 

1

Untitled

Dancers: Monique, Vanessa, Anyla, Ella, Lexi, Shelby

Choreographers: Monique, Vanessa, Anyla, Ella, Lexi, Shelby

Music: Sky full of stars


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPRjCeoBqrI

 

 

2

Untitled

Dancers: Angie malik, remi Rosenfeld,  Sophia Talamas, Sarabeth Levin, Sofía Braun, Savannah Bray

Choreographers: Angie malik, remi Rosenfeld,  Sophia Talamas, Sarabeth Levin, Sofía Braun, Savannah Bray

Music: Quemada by Yeahman

https://youtu.be/60Rfs_av1do?si=6uLGp9kcSJ6I-np3

 

3

Father

Dancers: Joud Alwuhaib, Maya Grossblatt, Rebecca Simensky, Jessica, Karen, Liliana Li

Choreographers: Joud Alwuhaib, Maya Grossblatt, Rebecca, Jessica, and Karen, Sybille Cao, Karen Abboud, Jessica Abboud

Music: Twilight Zone by Ariana Grande

https://youtu.be/ZSN2j__PLVA?si=O6yLZScGEED8YrD4

 We are birds that are originally trapped in cage, but throughout the song we find our independence and ultimately are freed. It is about finding our way and starting new

 

4

Untitled

Dancers: Briana, Lizzy, Nina, Zixian, Guoning Sun

Choreographers: Briana, Lizzy, Nina, Zixian, Guoning Sun

Music: Kung Fu fighting by Carl Douglas

https://youtu.be/bmfudW7rbG0?si=e7ps75Ts-ZB_uAHy

 

 

5

Untitled

Dacers: Rebecca Ross, Maddy Pohl, Isabella Racanelli, Isabella Ribeiro, Jazmyn Aaron

Choreographers: Rebecca Ross, Maddy Pohl, Isabella Racanelli, Isabella Ribeiro, Jazmyn Aaron

Music: Hero Kung Pu Panda Sound Track

https://youtu.be/86EPZphKBhg?si=Fr6BPeJMsEplXGVc

 

 

 

 

 

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