For its 2011 New York season, Parsons Dance will bring three new works to The Joyce stage: Love, oh love, by guest choreographer Monica Bill Barnes, and David Parsons’ Portinari and Run to You.

The Wall Street Journal’s Pia Catton spoke with Mr. Parsons about the creation of Run to You, which is set to music by Steely Dan.

“Mr. Parsons has described Run to you as “a reflection on the human traits of positivity and negativity.” And the four parts of the work suggest emotions ranging from love to aggression, as well as sheer exuberance. “You have to get into the vibe. That’s a word we used a lot,” said Mr. Parsons after a recent rehearsal.” Continue reading the full article here.

Julie Platner for The Wall Street Journal

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