The University of Iowa Department of Dance will present its first dance concerts of the season, featuring the work of graduate and undergraduate students.

The performances will begin at 8 p.m. Thursday–Saturday, Nov. 19–21, in Space Place Theater (101 North Hall).

This graduate/undergraduate concert will feature:

The…, choreography by Tessa Ritchey, who says "With quirky, gestural movement comes a dance about the struggle of writer’s block."

Total Eclipse, choreography by Calvin Windschitl

Mark of the Wolf Written by Eugene Kim, choreography by Alvon Reed. Mark of the Wolf is a short story written by EuGene Kim, a 2015 resident of the UI International Writing Program.

Sub-, choreography by Libby Westra. According to Westra, "This piece explores the hidden workings of the unconscious mind and the potential of a brewing idea to surface to consciousness."

Husk, choreography by Tori Lawrence, in collaboration with Emily Climer

A Story of a Story, choreography by Ainsley Tharp

Stand in the Valley, choreography by Rebekah Chappell, who notes that "Stand in the Valley is an autobiographical process, a way of letting go of uncertainties and tuning my attention to the present."

Can they and do they., choreography by Chris Yon and Taryn Griggs

Tickets are $12; $6 for seniors, college students, and youth (17 and younger); free for UI students (with valid ID); and are available through the Hancher Box Office at 319-335-1160 or 800-HANCHER or online at www.hancher.uiowa.edu/tickets.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Hancher Box Office in advance at 319-335-1158.