We are thrilled to announce that Small Plates Choreography Festival will be returning to Duck, NC, on July 30, 2025, with two performances at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. at the Town of Duck Amphitheater.
The performances are family-friendly, free, and open to the public.
Featuring the work of:
Following each performance, audiences will have a unique opportunity to engage with the artists during an informal meet-and-greet. This interaction allows attendees to meet the artists behind the performances.
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Program
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DanceArtTheater
Choreographed by Meredith Barnes
Music: Sun by Adrian Berenguer
Costumes by Meredith Barnes
Danced by Kari Argabright, Alysea Colon, Emma O’Brien, Selina Tran
Dancers embody the struggles faced by obstacles that are more common than you think. The fast paced choreography symbolizes resilience and the collective strength found in community, illustrating how we support one another through life’s challenges.
Dandelions are Flowers Too
Haven Movement Company
Choreographed, performed, and costumed by Michele Painter
Music: Song Twelve by Wes Swing
Bad Kids
Baran Dance
Choreographed, costumed, and danced by Audrey Baran and Jherrymiah Go
Music: Derrick J. Hines and Ruby Ibarra
An exploration of traditional female roles through the lens of Filipino culture, juxtaposed with reimagining new futures through modernity and agency.
Opus 728
D.A.N.A Movement Ensemble
Soundscape production, AI Configuration, Video Production, Costuming, Choreography and Performance by Nick M Daniels/ DANA Movement Ensemble
Music: Traditional, sung by Tina Turner
Tech Configuration: Nick M Daniels Bradley Palmer
Generous support by Heinz Endowments/ Mac Miller Foundation Micro Grant
Pittsburgh Foundation/ Scott Noxon Fund
Kelly -Strayhorn Theater
50/50
DanceArtTheater
Choreographed and costumed by Meredith Barnes
Music: Air by Tom Player
Danced by Kari Argabright, Alysea Colon, Emma O’brien, Selina Tran
Ravel
Baran Dance
Choreographed and danced by Audrey Baran
poem: “Worn” by Erin Rose Coffin, music: Phil Pucci, Santos & Johnny
Remember the days.
When they Pry
Baran Dance
Choreographed by Rahquelah Conyers
Costumed by Audrey Baran and Rahquelah Conyers
Danced by Rahquelah Conyers, Danielle Roman Curtis, Carolina Quirós Otárola
Music: “Claptrap” by Joe, “Mind Your Own Business” by Delta 5
A coy and cheeky response to being perceived.
Come On!
DanceArtTheater
Choreographed and costumed by Megan Caputo
Music: A Walk to Remember by Vulfpeck
Danced by Kari Argabright, Alysea Colon, Emma O’Brien, Selina Tran
Sponsored by Town of Duck
Acknowledgements: Betsy Trimble, Town of Duck
Meredith Barnes, Hospitality
Directed by Beth McKee Elliott and Meredith Barnes
Production Coordinator/Publicity: Michele Painter
Emcee: Jennifer Williams
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