ABOUT THE PRODUCTION
FOUR MORTAL MEN tells the story of the loss of innocence at the beginning of the AIDS crisis and the challenges faced by entire communities torn apart by illness, uncertainty, and bigotry. The work also explores the impact fear of loss can have on our lives and the options we have to face it, understand it, and ultimately, grow beyond it by choosing courage above all else. Experience this emotionally provoking and inspirational dance work designed to move your heart and mind while encouraging us all to find a way forward.
Commissioned by Beverly Dale
FOUR MORTAL MEN was originally conceived in 1996. In 2018, the ballet’s title was repurposed for a new choreographic work as one in a series of three pieces choreographed by Stephen Mills known as EXIT WOUNDS.
CHOREOGRAPHY: Stephen Mills
MUSIC: Claude Debussy
Photography by Anne Marie Bloodgood
All rights reserved | No unauthorized use
HIGHLIGHTS
- Choreography: Stephen Mills
- Music: Claude Debussy
- Costume Design: Monica Guerra, Michael B. Raiford & Stephen Mills
- Scenic Design: Michael B. Raiford
- Lighting Design: Tony Tucci
- Video Design: Jordan Moser
- Additional Scenery Construction: Dynamic Duo Productions
- Run-time: 18 minutes
- Dancers: 4
PREMIERES
THE LONG CENTER | BALLET AUSTIN
Austin, TX – 2018 (World Premiere)
PRESS
“…Stephen Mills is not known for shying away from heavy themes…acts of courage big and small…[a] monumental work…”
Pointe Magazine
“…the ballet was capable of evoking personal memories in anyone who experienced it.”
Sun News Austin
“[Stephen Mills] aims for the heart…commanding…”
Austin360.com
“…the most timely and surely the most personal dance that Mills has made…”
The Austin Chronicle