DTSBDC publicity photo (copyright Jeff Watts)

Accompanied by pianist Jeffery Watson and soprano Millicent Scarlett, Choreographer in Residence Dana Tai Soon Burgess premiers a new performance in response to the museum’s exhibition “One Life: Marian Anderson.” With a cast of five dancers and a set of solo, duet, trio and quartet dance-suites, this new work pays homage to Anderson’s voice and grace while underscoring the racial barriers she overcame.

Honorary Event Chair Eleanor Holmes Norton will introduce the performance.

Location: Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery, McEvoy Auditorium

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Run time: 30 minutes

Calendar and event info here.