Events

Past Event

A Celebration of the Performing Arts at Columbia

May 30, 2025
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Miller Theatre

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating GS alum and author, Ariel Osterweis, PhD.

We are thrilled to present a multimedia dance celebration and presentation of Body Impossible a groundbreaking book exploring the concept of virtuosity in contemporary dance through the remarkable career of Desmond Richardson. Known for his improvisational brilliance and versatility, Desmond has graced stages with legends such as the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, American Ballet Theatre, Ballett Frankfurt, Michael Jackson, and Prince. In this special event, you’ll meet the author behind Body Impossible. Discover how Desmond, alongside choreographer Dwight Rhoden, co-founded Complexions Contemporary Ballet, launching a bold, virtuosic queer Black dance aesthetic that continues to shape the dance world today.

Registration

This event is open to the public, but all attendees must register.