Barry Stoneking

My work is generally issue driven. No subject is off limits. Gender, sexuality, politics, race, bigotry, abuse, religion, suicide, mysticism and consumerism are all fair game. I avoid any attempt to make “pretty” dances. I am more than a little obsessed with American pop culture, so I often choose to explore current headlines. The process is very collaborative; usually taking on a life of its own. Although the performance product may or may not contain the elements of its origin, I find that if the genesis of the work is highly charged the product has a better chance of success. I work with dancers that are also trained in various theatre and performance arts. Regardless of the disciplines, the product is always highly integrated. My work has been described as athletic, quirky, human and thought provoking; "transporting the audience to dreamy realms"