The Four Elements

Trillium’s upcoming performance, “Weathering the Elements,” is the culmination of an idea Trillium’s core artists started with two years ago – a show that would bring together the elements of theater, dance, and science to provide an educational experience for Greenbrier County youth that was also highly entertaining.

Contemporary dance is often difficult for youth (and some adults, too) to access and understand, because expression through movement is not an art form many in rural Appalachia are familiar with. But with the help of Trillium’s guide, Professor Merryweather, students and adults alike will easily see how the elements of Earth, Air, Fire, and Water work together to not only create weather phenomena like hurricanes and volcanoes, but also how they connect with our bodies and our planet to create the perfect conditions for nurturing and sustaining life.

“Weathering the Elements” will be performed May 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the historic Lewis Theatre on Court Street North in Lewisburg. This performance is about 45 minutes. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students, children 6 and under are free. Tickets may be purchased online at trilliumperformingarts.org, at the office at the Lewis Theatre or at the door.

For more information call the Trillium office at 304-645-3003.