The Tennis Piece

The word that best describes the work of Atlanta Eke is “unique.” Her previous productions have seen her push the boundaries of modern dance in utterly unexpected directions, often introducing familiar technologies and media into obscure, defiant contexts. This Eke trademark is on full display in this world premiere, as she and three other performers de-construct the courtly dances of Renaissance France to reimagine the Tennis Court Oath, a pivotal event of the French Revolution, all while dodging 400 tennis balls being launched at them.