The Vivo Performing Arts Centre is a cultural venue located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. It hosts a variety of events, including theater performances, concerts, dance shows, and community programs.
PremiereThe Holy Blues. Blink of an Eye. A Song for You. Revelations.
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If you order 2 or 3 tickets: your seats will be next to each other.
If you order 4 or more tickets: your seats will be next to each other, or, if this is not possible, we will provide a combination of groups of seats (at least in pairs, for example 2+2 or 2+3).
E-tickets: Print at home or at the box office of the event if so specified. You will find more information in your booking confirmation email.
You can only select the category, and not the exact seats.
If you order 2 or 3 tickets: your seats will be next to each other.
If you order 4 or more tickets: your seats will be next to each other, or, if this is not possible, we will provide a combination of groups of seats (at least in pairs, for example 2+2 or 2+3).
The Holy Blues by Jawole Willa Jo Zollar is a contemporary dance work rooted in African American spiritual and blues traditions. Through powerful movement and music, it expresses faith, struggle, and collective strength.
The Holy Blues is a dynamic contemporary work by Jawole Willa Jo Zollar that draws from African American spirituals, blues, and embodied history. The choreography weaves grounded, rhythmic movement with moments of emotional release, reflecting themes of devotion, survival, and joy. Performed by Samantha Figgins and Chalvar Monteiro, the piece resonates with intensity, resilience, and communal spirit.
Blink of an Eye by Mehdi Walerski is a fast-paced, high-energy contemporary dance work driven by precision and momentum. The choreography captures fleeting moments, shifting instantly between control and release.
Blink of an Eye by Mehdi Walerski explores speed, awareness, and the tension between instinct and structure. Sharp transitions and continuous motion create a sense of urgency, as if time is constantly slipping forward. The work highlights Walerski’s athletic and musical style, where split-second choices shape the entire experience.
A Song for You by Alvin Ailey is an intimate solo that explores love, vulnerability, and emotional honesty. Set to the music of Leon Russell, the work reveals deep personal expression through movement.
Created by Alvin Ailey in 1970, A Song for You is a deeply expressive solo that reflects themes of devotion, longing, and self-revelation. The choreography emphasizes subtle gestures and fluid phrasing, allowing emotion to emerge with quiet intensity. Through its simplicity and sincerity, the piece creates a powerful connection between the dancer and the audience.
Revelations by Alvin Ailey is a powerful modern dance masterpiece inspired by African American spirituals and lived experience. The work expresses struggle, faith, and joy through deeply emotional and communal movement.
Revelations by Alvin Ailey is an iconic dance work that traces a journey from sorrow to hope using music rooted in African American spirituals. Through a blend of modern dance, ballet, and jazz influences, the choreography reflects resilience, spirituality, and collective memory. It remains a timeless celebration of the human spirit and one of the most influential works in modern dance history.