The Evolution of Separation >

Humanity has evolved from deep, communal connections to a paradox of digital closeness and emotional detachment. While we are more connected than ever in a virtual sense, we are increasingly isolated in reality, prioritizing convenience over presence. As we drift further from authentic human connection, the challenge ahead is to reclaim depth, presence, and genuine relationships in an age of digital detachment.

Choreography by Mike Esperanza in collaboration with dancers


Main contact > Mike Esperanza > 917 943 8333 > mikeesperanza@me.com


Dancers >

Sam Assemany
Tiffanie Carson
Clinton Edward
Sarah Housepian
Casey Kitazumi
Erin Love
Erica Magaru
Graziella Murdocca
Marc Nuñez
Natalie Parker
Katrina Juliette Quagliano
Katelyn Yeskie


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June 10th
Mike arrive NYC

June 15th
2-6pm Group rehearsal @ Battery

June 16th
9-1pm Sam and Sarah rehearsal @ Battery
3-9pm Group rehearsal @ Battery

June 17th
9-1pm Sam and Sarah rehearsal @ Battery
3-9pm Group rehearsal @ Battery

June 22nd-29th
Mike in Houston

July 12
WMU cast arrives

July 14th
9-12 Set-up/Organize
12-130pm Community open Class
2-8pm Rehearsal

July 15th
9-12 Set-up/Organize
12-130pm Community open Class
2-8pm Rehearsal

July 16th
9-12 Set-up/Organize
12-130pm Community open Class
2-8pm Rehearsal

July 17th
12-130pm Community open Class
2-6pm Tech
6-730pm Break
730pm Dress

July 18th
5pm Call
530pm Cast warm-up
7pm Doors open
730pm Curtain

July 19th
12pm Call
1230pm Cast warm-up
130pm Doors open
2pm Curtain

5pm Call
530pm Cast warm-up
7pm Doors open
730pm Curtain

July 20th
12pm Call
1230pm Cast warm-up
130pm Doors open
2pm Curtain

TBD


Props >

Tarp (x 2)
180” x 162”
1 attached to fly system
1 On stage

Puppet
Preset at door entrance

3 projectors
Set on orchestra pit

Cameras on tripods
Set in various areas
of the theater.


Stage >