Set to a powerful original score by Avi Belleli and performed on a dirt-covered stage, the work is also a sensory experience as the shifting dirt — with its smell and dust — transports us to a country bound by the desert. Through compelling solos, duos and ensemble sections, the cast of 9 powerful dancers explores the individual’s desire to feel complete, while recognizing the spiritual need for community and connection to the natural world.

One & One was created in celebration of Vertigo’s 25 Anniversary, and its recent engagement at the Baryshnikov Arts Center in New York was just nominated for a Bessie Award.