Directed By: Ciara Glass
VOYAGE
C.GLASS DANCE CO PRESENTS
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Welcome aboard VOYAGE — a journey through uncharted waters, mythical lands, and the boundless imagination of C.Glass Dance Co. Tonight, each performance is a wave of movement and emotion, guiding you through tales of adventure, discovery, and the moments that define the human spirit.
Through sweeping choreography, music, and storytelling, our dancers illuminate the courage it takes to set sail, the magic found along the journey, and the power of connection that carries us forward.
Thank you for joining us on this epic voyage. Your presence transforms our performance into a shared adventure, and we are honored to take you along on this story.
Let the journey begin — and let your imagination soar.
But fate is never simple.
The Pirates stole his Gypsy beloved, and the Viking’s journey began. Through enchanted forests and winding paths, he encountered mystical creatures, facing challenges that tested his courage and heart.
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The final tide rises and with the aid of the Sirens, he nears the edge of destiny.
Long ago, in a faraway land...a Viking set sail, not for conquest, but for love
Victorious in battle and proud in spirit, he found a love that lit his heart and promised a future beyond the seas.
Are you ready? Your journey begins now.
Are you ready? Your journey begins now.
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The night is calm, the hearths are warm, and the Head of the Viking Clan and his warriors return triumphant from their battles.
OUR STORY BEGINS IN A PROSPEROUS VIKING VILLAGE
Pandas embody the symbolism of the yin yang: representing balance
& harmony.
Pandas embody the symbolism of the yin yang: representing balance
& harmony.
CHAPTER 1
THE PROPHECY
The night is alive with the warmth of hearths and the clamor of merriment. Our tale begins in a bustling Viking village where warriors return triumphant from battle, eager to celebrate. Laughter echoes, ale flows, and feet stomp in time with the music yet beneath the revelry, a shadow of fate stirs, as a mysterious prophecy promises love that will change everything.
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Opening Dance – “Pelicans We”
Dancers: Caitlin, Kat, Kelsey, Emily, Tiffany, Claire, Karlissa, Anna, Hailey, Ciara
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Pub Dance – “Come Along”
Dancers: Caitlin, Kat, Kelsey, Emily, Tiffany, Isabella, Brianna, Meghan, Jen, Karlissa, Ema, Anna, Erin, Hailey, Ciara
THE VIKING PUB
Just as the Vikings lose themselves in celebration, a band of mischievous Gnomes tumbles into the tavern, scattering chaos among the tables. The Sage enters, mystical and commanding, shooing the tricksters away and uttering a prophecy that lingers like a sword’s edge, the heart of a Viking will soon be bound by love.
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Junior Gnomes – “Adelaide’s Trap”
Dancers: Peyton, Zoey, Ruby, Meris
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Sage Solo – “Fortune Teller”
Dancer: Kelsey
MISCHIEF & THE SAGE
A fog rolls in, and the Gypsy Tribe arrives, their wild, twisting movements enchanting the weary Vikings. A fleeting glance sparks forbidden love, but darkness crashes in as the Pirate Captain and his crew storm the pub. Chaos erupts: magic, blades clash, and hearts are torn asunder.
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Gypsies in Pub – “Forests” & “Ramalama”
Dancers: Ema, Ciara, Kat, Anna, Tiffany
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Gypsy/Viking Duet – “Panic”
Dancers: Ema & Caitlin
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Pirate Solo – “Hide and Seek”
Dancer: Karlissa
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Pirate/Viking Fight – “Ghost Tigers Rise”
Dancers: Karlissa, Brianna, Erin, Jen, Emily, Caitlin, Isabella, Meghan, Hailey
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Viking Sad Solo – “The Woods”
Dancer: Caitlin
GYPSY DANCE & PIRATE TRAP
Ailuropoda melanoleuca
Giant Panda Bear
The Viking sets forth into shadowed woods, guided only by determination. Ancient spirits of the forest appear: a wise Dryad warns of peril, playful Nymphs light the path, and fairies shimmer, clearing the way. Every step brings the Viking closer to his lover...maybe.
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Whispering Woods – “Deep Forest” & “The Return of the Bird Tribes”
Dancers: Caitlin, Tiffany, Anna
THROUGH THE FOREST
Tiny fairies flit through the air, sprinkling light and laughter along the path. Their delicate, shimmering movements carry the promise of hope and magic for the journey ahead.
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Twilight Sprites – “Avatars Love”
Dancers: Peyton, Zoey, Ruby, Meris
JUNIOR FAIRIES
Bubo scandiacus
Snowy Owl
CHAPTER 2
THE VOYAGE
Meanwhile, far beyond the forest, the pirates plot their course
STAGE ONE
A Worm
SILKWORMS ONLY EAT MULBERRY LEAVES
Gibbons have the longest arm length relative to body size ratio of any tree-dweller in nature.
GIBBON ARMS ARE LONGER THAN THEIR LEGS, HELPING THEM SWING FROM TREE TO TREE.
STAGE TWO
Making a Cocoon
Silkworms produce cocoons made of a single thread of raw silk through their saliva.
STAGE TWO
Making a cocoon
SILKWORMS PRODUCE COCOONS MADE OF A SINGLE THREAD OF RAW SILK THROUGH THEIR SALIVA.
STAGE TWO
Making a cocoon
SILKWORMS PRODUCE COCOONS MADE OF A SINGLE THREAD OF RAW SILK THROUGH THEIR SALIVA.
The Gypsy Tribe suffers aboard the Pirate ship.
The crew is loud and lawless as the ship lurches over the dark sea.
Mocked and bound, the gypsies refuse to surrender, finding strength in one another. Their resilience grows, and a daring plan to begins to take shape.
Chains of Defiance – “Hoist the Colors,” “Hurt,” & “Wake Up”
Dancers: Ema, Claire, Kelsey, Meghan, Kat, Ciara, Isabella, Karlissa, Erin, Jen, Emily, Brianna, Hailey
Gypsies in Chains
ADULT FEMALE GIBBONS ARE TYPICALLY DOMINANT IN THEIR FAMILY SOCIAL STRUCTURES, UNLIKE MANY OTHER APE SPECIES.
FAMILY STRUCTURE
STAGE TWO
Making a Cocoon
SILKWORMS PRODUCE COCOONS MADE OF A SINGLE THREAD OF RAW SILK THROUGH THEIR SALIVA.
THE PRODUCER OF MUGA SILK - KNOWN AS THE MOST HIGHLY PRIZED FOR THE FIBER'S NATURAL GOLDEN GLOSS AND ITS FINE TEXTURE IS WHAT MAKES IT ONE OF THE MOST EXPENSIVE VARIETIES OF SILK.
Muga Butterfly
STAGE 4
STAGE THREE
Emerging
THESE THREADS CAN BE ANYWHERE FROM 300-900 METERS LONG, LOOPING AROUND ITS BODY 300,000 TIMES.
STAGE THREE
Emerging
These threads can be anywhere from 300-900 meters long, looping around its body 300,000 times.
Apis mellifera
Honey Bee
LIVES IN LARGE FAMILY GROUPS CALLED COLONIES, EACH CONTAINING AN AVERAGE OF 60,000 INDIVIDUAL BEES.
FEMALE BEES IN THE HIVE (EXCEPT THE QUEEN) ARE CALLED WORKER BEES
THE BEEHIVE
BEES HAVE 5 EYES AND THEY FLY ABOUT 20 MPH
ANATOMY
BEES ARE CRITICAL FOR POLLINATING FOODS LIKE COFFEE, BERRIES, ONIONS, APPLES, AVOCADOS AND MORE. IF HONEY BEES DISAPPEAR, THESE FOODS WILL BECOME SCARCE. TRY TO IMAGINE YOUR MEALS WITHOUT THESE FRESH PRODUCTS.
IMPORTANCE
Without bees, the human diet would suffer tremendously. The diversity of foods available would diminish, and the cost of food would increase.
Poaching Ivory
there are only 400K living African elephants left. Poaching and the illegal ivory trade are responsible for the decrease in the elephant population
HUMAN-ELEPHANT CONFLICT IS ALSO RESPONSIBLE FOR DRIVING ELEPHANTS TOWARD EXTINCTION.
NUMBERING THREE TO FIVE MILLION IN THE LAST CENTURY, HUNTING REDUCED THE AFRICAN ELEPHANT POPULATIONS TO THEIR CURRENT LEVELS. IN THE 1980S, PEOPLE KILLED ABOUT 100,000 ELEPHANTS EACH YEAR, AND WE LOST UP TO 80% OF HERDS IN SOME REGIONS.
Poaching Ivory
Elephants are
“ecosystem engineers”. Their activities create and maintain habitats for other species.
THERE ARE ONLY 490K LIVING ELEPHANTS LEFT IN THE WORLD. EACH YEAR, AT LEAST 20,000 AFRICAN ELEPHANTS ARE ILLEGALLY KILLED FOR THEIR TUSKS. THROUGHOUT HISTORY IVORY HAS BEEN USED IN PRODUCTS FROM JEWELRY TO PIANO KEYS TO
PRICELESS RELIGIOUS ARTIFACTS.
NUMBERING THREE TO FIVE MILLION IN THE LAST CENTURY, HUNTING REDUCED THE AFRICAN ELEPHANT POPULATIONS TO THEIR CURRENT LEVELS.
IN THE 1980S, PEOPLE KILLED ABOUT 100,000 ELEPHANTS EACH YEAR, AND WE LOST UP TO 80% OF HERDS IN SOME REGIONS.
THE ELEPHANT'S TRUNK (WHICH IS BASICALLY THEIR NOSE) ALSO OPERATES AS AN ARM. THEY USE IT TO POUR WATER INTO THEIR MOUTHS, TO GRAB OBJECTS AND TO GROOM THEMSELVES. WHEN ELEPHANTS SWIM IN DEEP WATERS, THEY USE THEIR TRUNKS AS SNORKELS.
TRUNK
ELEPHANTS POSSESS THE LARGEST BRAINS OF ALL LAND ANIMALS, WEIGHING UP TO 6 KILOGRAMS. THEIR BRAIN SIZE IS NOT JUST FOR SHOW; ELEPHANTS ARE HIGHLY INTELLIGENT. MUCH OF AN ELEPHANT'S BEHAVIOR IS LEARNED RATHER THAN INSTINCTIVE.
THEY HAVE EXCELLENT MEMORIES- THEY CAN REMEMBER WATERING HOLES CREATED YEARS AGO, RECOGNIZE HUMANS THEY HAVE SEEN, AND WILL KNOW WHEN IT IS TIME FOR FRUIT HARVESTS.
BRAIN
Elephant
Loxodonta
THE ELEPHANT'S TRUNK (WHICH IS BASICALLY THEIR NOSE) ALSO OPERATES AS AN ARM; THEY USE IT TO POUR WATER INTO THEIR MOUTHS, TO GRAB OBJECTS OR GROOM THEMSELVES. WHEN ELEPHANTS SWIM IN DEEP WATERS, THEY USE THEIR TRUNKS AS SNORKELS.
TRUNK
ELEPHANTS POSSESS THE LARGEST BRAINS OF ALL LAND ANIMALS, WEIGHING UP TO 6 KILOGRAMS. THEIR BRAIN SIZE IS NOT JUST FOR SHOW; ELEPHANTS ARE HIGHLY INTELLIGENT. MUCH OF AN ELEPHANT'S BEHAVIOR IS LEARNED RATHER THAN INSTINCTIVE.
THEY ARE HIGHLY INTELLIGENT WITH SUPERIOR LEARNING ABILITIES AND THEY HAVE AN EXCELLENT MEMORY- THEY CAN REMEMBER WATERING HOLES CREATED YEARS AGO, RECOGNIZE HUMANS THEY HAVE SEEN, AND WILL KNOW WHEN IS THE TIME FOR FRUIT HARVESTS.
BRAIN
Loxodonta
Elephant
LESS THAN 2% OF POLAR BEAR HUNTS ARE SUCCESSFUL- AND THEY CAN LIVE 6 MONTHS WITHOUT EATING.
SURVIVAL SKILLS
A POLAR BEAR'S SKIN IS ACTUALLY JET-BLACK. THE POLAR BEAR’S FUR IS ALSO TRANSLUCENT AND ONLY APPEARS WHITE BECAUSE IT REFLECTS VISIBLE LIGHT.
SKIN
POLAR BEARS CAN SWIM FOR 100 KILOMETERS WITHOUT REST
SWIMMING
20 TO 30 YEARS
LIFE SPAN
Ursus maritimus
Polar Bear
The waters shimmer with unearthly light, casting reflections that dance like fire across the jagged cliffs. Mist curls around the rocks, carrying the faint, haunting melody of the sirens’ song. From the depths, the Siren Queen rises, fierce, commanding, and radiant.
CHAPTER 3
SIRENS COVE
SIREN COVE
THE
THE
WOODS
the memory of his Gypsy love guiding each step. At last, the trees give way to moonlit cliffs, where he arrives at Siren Cove, a place alive with magic, mystery, and irresistible enchantment.
The viking presses onward through the shadowed forest
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The Siren Queen emerges, fierce and powerful. A pact is forged, and together they prepare to rescue the Gypsy Tribe from the clutches of the Pirate Crew.
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Siren’s Embrace – “My Jolly Sailor”
Dancers: Ciara & Caitlin
ARRIVAL AT SIRENS COVE
The Pirate Crew docks, ready to defend their plunder. Sirens clash with pirates in a battle of skill and magic. Courage and determination meet treachery, and the tides of fate shift with every move.
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Tempest of the Tides – “Hoist the Colors”
Dancers: Karlissa, Brianna, Erin, Jen, Emily, Ciara, Anna, Kat, Tiffany, Isabella
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Siren’s Triumph – “Hit Me With Your Best Shot”
Dancers: Ciara, Anna, Kat, Tiffany, Isabella, Ema, Hailey, Kelsey, Meghan
BATTLE AT THE COVE
MANTA RAYS HAVE THE LARGEST BRAIN-TO-SIZE RATIO OF ANY COLD-BLOODED FISH. STUDIES HAVE SHOWN THAT MANTA RAYS CAN RECOGNIZE THEMSELVES IN THE MIRROR.
BRAIN
Whale Sharks are the world's largest fish
THESE HUGE CREATURES CAN GROW UP TO 39 FEET LONG
All gather for a joyful celebration, dancing together as the story comes to a close. Heroes, lovers, and friends unite in a final, exuberant display of unity and triumph.
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Leads – “One More Pull”
Dancers: Caitlin, Ema, Ciara, Anna, Tiffany, Kelsey, Karlissa
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Bows – “Northwest Passage”
Dancers: All performers
FINALE
VILLAGE CELEBRATION
Reunited & Celebration
The dust settles, chains are broken, and love is reunited. The Viking and the Gypsy Leader embrace, sealing a bond born in fire and fog. Together, they sail home with friends and allies, triumphant and joyful.
Hearts Reunited – “Avatars Love Reprise”
Dancers: Caitlin & Ema
THE END
A heartfelt thank you to all the incredible dancers of C.Glass Dance Company who brought VOYAGE to life with passion, artistry, and dedication. We are so grateful to SILVA and The Big Room for hosting us, your spaces have opened doors to endless creative adventures! A huge shoutout to the talented artists, generous donors, and the families and friends who came to cheer, support, and celebrate this production with us. Your energy and encouragement made this journey unforgettable!
- C.GLASS DANCE CO
Director & Choreographer
Lead Siren
CIARA
GLASS
Dancer
Lead Viking
CAITLIN
REYES
Dancer
Lead Gypsy
EMA
GANGULY
Dancer
Lead Pirate
KARLISSA
AUSTIN
Dancer
Sage
KELSEY
BOWEN
Dancer
Dryad
TIFFANY
SHINOUSKIS
Dancer
Nymph
ANNA
CARLGREN
Dancer
Viking
Gypsy
Siren
ISABELLA
DOHERTY
Dancer
Viking
Gypsy
Siren
KAT
PIESZ
Dancer
Viking
Pirate
ERIN
CRAIG
Dancer
Viking
Pirate
JENNIFER
CASTRO
Dancer
Viking
Pirate
EMILY
BOOK
Dancer
Viking
Pirate
BRIANNA
DAME
Dancer
Viking
Gypsy
CLAIRE
DOBRA
Dancer
Viking
Pirate
Gypsy
MEGHAN
BARNHART
Junior
Fairy Sprite
Gnome
PEYTON
BOWEN
Junior
Fairy Sprite
Gnome
ZOEY NEWBERG
Junior
Fairy Sprite
Gnome
RUBY
MASKER
Junior
Fairy Sprite
Gnome
MERIS
KUCHAN
It Takes a Village
[01]
CIARA GLASS
Director
Choreographer
Visionary
[02]
CAMILLE ERNST
SARAH NICHOLS
Guest
Choreographers
[03]
ANNA CARLGREN
TIFFANY SHINOUSKIS
CLAIRE DOBRA
Costume & Set
Designers
[04]
PAUL SOLTYSIAK
SETH THOMPSON
Photography &
Video
[05]
THE BIG ROOM
Venue
[01]
DIRECTOR | CHOREOGRAPHER
& VISIONARY
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Ciara Glass is the Director, Primary Choreographer, and Creative Visionary behind C.Glass Dance Co. Known for her bold imagination and evocative storytelling, she leads the company’s original productions, bringing movement, emotion, and artistry to life on stage.
[02]
GUEST
CHOREOGRAPHERS
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Camille Ernst: Junior Fairy Choreography
Sarah Nichols: Junior Gnome Choreography
[03]
COSTUME &
SET DESIGN
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Anna Carlgren: Lead Costume Design
Tiffany Shinouskis: Costume Assistant & Set Design
Claire Dobra: Costume Assistant & Set Design
[04]
PHOTOGRAPHY &
VIDEO
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Paul Soltysiak: Photography
Seth Thompson: Video
[05]
OUR
VENUE
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The Big Room @ SILVA
Learn More at: www.silvagr.com
ALL OF MANATEES’ TEETH ARE MOLARS, AND THEIR TEETH ARE CONTINUOUSLY GROWING TO MAKE IT EASIER FOR THEM TO EAT.
TEETH
DESPITE THEIR MASSIVE BULK, MANATEES ARE GRACEFUL SWIMMERS POWERED BY THEIR STRONG TAILS.
SWIMMING
THEY SPEND ALMOST HALF THE DAY EATING, CONSUMING TEN PERCENT OF THEIR BODY WEIGHT IN PLANT MATTER DAILY. WITH WEIGHTS OF UP TO 550 KG (1,200 POUNDS).
BEHAVIOR
FACTORY FARMING IS EXTREMELY DAMAGING TO THEIR OCEANIC HABITATS.
RISK
MANATEES ARE TYPICALLY FOUND IN SHALLOW COASTAL AREAS AND RIVERS WHERE THEY FEED ON SEA GRASS, MANGROVE LEAVES, AND ALGAE.
HABITAT
MANATEES ARE BORN UNDERWATER. MOTHERS MUST HELP THEIR CALVES TO THE SURFACE SO THAT THEY CAN TAKE THEIR FIRST BREATH, BUT THE INFANTS CAN TYPICALLY SWIM ON THEIR OWN ONLY AN HOUR LATER.
MAMMALS
20 YEARS
LIFE SPAN
Trichechus manatus
West Indian Manatee
A heartfelt thank you to all the incredible dancers of C.Glass Dance Company who brought VOYAGE to life with passion, artistry, and dedication. We are so grateful to SILVA and The Big Room for hosting us, your spaces have opened doors to endless creative adventures! A huge shoutout to the talented artists, generous donors, and the families and friends who came to cheer, support, and celebrate this production with us. Your energy and encouragement made this journey unforgettable!
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Boldly creating dance that moves hearts and minds.
C.Glass Dance Co is dedicated to cultivating artistry, innovation, and community through original dance works. We strive to inspire audiences and nurture dancers of all levels, fostering growth, creativity, and connection both on and off the stage.
SEVERAL CENTURIES
LIFESPAN:
Our Mission
Through our performances, classes, and outreach, we aim to make the transformative power of dance accessible to everyone. Every story we tell and every movement we share reflects our commitment to artistry, inclusion, and imagination.
Championing creativity, courage, and collaboration.
Program Design by Jenna Pewarchie