Dance Theater
Frida
1997
(22 minutes) 8 to large group piece
This dance requires slide projections.
"Impressions of the paintings of the Mexican artist Frida Kahlo projects insights that have the impact of classic tragedy. Sokolow draws her audience into the hidden drama of her character's secret thoughts. Fearlessly, and with infinite compassion, Sokolow reveals the inner life of her protagonists."
Ernestine Stodell ~ Art Time


Anna Sokolow's Players' Project, NYC
Photos: Ron Williams
From the Diaries of Franz Kafka
1980
(30 minutes) 8 to large group piece,
1 male actor
Set required.
"Sokolow's tribute to the great German writer takes the form of an acted-out replay of Kafka's suppressed inner life. The effect is searing, audiences are stirred to the depths."
Ernestine Stodelle ~ Art Times

Anna Sokolow's Players' Project, NYC
Photos: Ron Williams
Magritte, Magritte
1970
(40 minutes) group piece for dancers/actors
This dance requires a set, plus slide projections
"It was a great relief and joy to see something (Magritte, Magritte) on a stage that is visually exciting and intellectually stimulating. I am grateful that Ms. Sokolow continues to experiment with theatre danced and danced theatre."
Walter Sorell ~ Dance News


Paintings by Rene Magritte
Shadowed Sun
1998
(20:30 minutes) male/female duet
Music: Tina Davidson
Text: Paul Eluard (pre-recorded)
This dance requires slide projections.
"Shadowed Sun is a duet about the difficulty people experience in making significant connections with others. Sokolow continues to believe in the power of dance to explore our feelings and move us deeply, and is not afraid to try."
Robert Ackerman ~ Philadelphia City Paper

Dancefusion, PA
Photos: Ron Williams