2025 Black & White Gala

DTSBDC

DANA TAI SOON BURGESS DANCE COMPANY

25/26 SEASON

BLACK WHITE GALA

ABOUT DTSBDC

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ow entering its 33rd season, Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company (DTSBDC) creates and performs contemporary dance works to celebrate the indomitable American spirit. DTSBDC performances uplift, inspire and bring insights to seasoned dance lovers and new audiences alike.

The Company is a leader in the national movement to collaborate with and perform at visual arts museums, as well as theaters. In 2016, DTSBDC was named the Smithsonian Institution’s first-ever resident dance company. In 2023, the company began a series of new residencies including a yearlong “social impact” residency at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

The Company has a long history of artistic collaborations and partnerships with other organizations including: NASA, the U.S. State Department, the Mayor’s Office of Asian Pacific Islander Americans, the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, and more.

DTSBDC has been presented at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, The Sylvia and Danny Kaye Playhouse, the Kreeger Museum, National Gallery of Art, the Noguchi Museum, the United Nations, La MaMa, the Asia Society, the Korean Cultural Center, as well as at the White House at the invitation of President and First Lady Michelle Obama. As a U.S. State Department cultural envoy, DTSBDC has toured extensively internationally, to 5 continents and over 30 countries.

For more information about DTSBDC visit www.dtsbdc.org.

DTSBDC Staff and Board Leadership

Dana Tai Soon Burgess, Founding Artistic Director

Christine Doyle,

Executive Director

Felipe Oyarzun Moltedo,

Associate Director

Staff

Bianca DeLille, Patch Canada,

Development Director

Educational Principal

Joan Ayap,

Audience Engagement Coordinator

William Robinson, Isel Perez,

Board of Directors Susan Gigli,

President

Jan Tievsky, Erick Hosaka,

Public Relations Specialist

Jan Tievsky,

William Robinson Baylee Wong Armani Colón (Apprentice)

Production Assistant Accountant

Max Goldman,

Intern

Artists

Rehearsal Director

Assistant Rehearsal Director

Judith Hansen,

Costume Designer

Sigrid Johannesdottïr, Millicent Scarlett, Dana Nichole Scott,

Mary Eccles,

Treasurer Secretary

Jack Davis Jameson Freeman Nicole Hollander Bonnie Kogod Ellen Boyers Kwatnoski Marcia Lim Leigh Adams Slaughter Kelly Moss Southall Dana Tai Soon Burgess (Ex-Officio) Bianca DeLille (Ex-Officio)

Advisory Board

Anne Sidney,

Sarah Halzack,

Vice President

Costume Designer Resident Musician Resident Musician

2025-26 DTSBDC Dancers Natasha Ames Joan Ayap Christine Doyle Tomas Fischer Trevor Frantz Felipe Oyarzun Moltedo

Kay Casstevens Josue Castilleja Nicole Colameta Diane Dragaud Sara Gay Forden Sarah Halzack Joshua Kaufman Kelly Dinglasan Minton Mark Ohnmacht Steve Oshana Anatol Steck Lauren Victor Yang-Ro Yoon

Organizational Mentors Patch Canada Michael Kaiser

Dancer photos by Matailong Du

W

elcome, esteemed guests!

We extend our warmest welcome to the Black and White Gala, an evening dedicated to the celebration of the sublime and timeless art of dance and our beloved dance company.

Tonight, the stark, beautiful contrast of black and white reflects the very essence of movement: the tension between shadow and light, the balance between powerful strength and delicate grace. This duality is where the magic of choreography lives, breathing life into every performance. It is in this same spirit that we celebrate the light and hope—the true color—that art brings to even the darkest moments.

Tonight we celebrate the vibrant future of this Company, ensuring its colors continue to shine brightly for years to come.

Cheers, Black and White Gala Co-Chairs

Bonnie Kogod, Izette Folger, and Kelly Dinglasan Minton

FROM THE FOUNDING ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

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n behalf of the entire Company, it is my profound pleasure to welcome you to the Black and White Gala. Your presence tonight is not just an attendance; it is a powerful affirmation of the vital role that dance plays in our community and beyond.

Tonight, we celebrate the incredible journey of creation, artistry, and connection. This past season, our dancers pushed the boundaries of expression, premiered groundbreaking new works, and brought the transformative power of movement to thousands through our mainstage performances and community education programs.

The funds raised at this Gala are the lifeblood of our vision. They allow us to continue our mission of making dance accessible to everyone, regardless of background. Your generosity directly enables the magic you see on stage—and the ripple effect of that art into the world.

And, at this particular moment in time, your support is even more important to ensure that dance can be the universal language that builds community, empathy, understanding and connects us together.

Thank you for being our most essential partners. I hope you enjoy the evening we have planned, the delightful company, and the opportunity to celebrate the artform we all love. Let us raise a glass to a vibrant future filled with grace, movement, and shared passion.

With deepest gratitude, Dana Tai Soon Burgess

PROGRAM 6:30 p.m. – Reception and Silent Auction - Second Floor Cocktail hour with passed hors d’oeuvres, red and white wine, soft drinks, and Tuxedo Martinis Silent Auction items, featured works by Anna Kang Burgess and Patricia Michaels

7:00 p.m. – Performances - Second Floor Parlor Excerpts from Picasso Dances Choreography: Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dancers: Natasha Ames, Joan Ayap, Tomas Fischer, Felipe Moltedo, William Robinson, and Baylee Wong Music: Manuel de Falla played by Dana Nichole Scott Excerpt from Charlie Chan and the Mystery of Love Choreography: Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dancers: Christine Doyle and Trevor Frantz Music: Frank Sinatra played by Dana Nichole Scott

7:30 p.m. – Dinner and Celebration - First Floor Music Room Recognition of Honorees Mary Eccles, Cary Fuller, Ellen Kwatnoski, Anne Sidney, and Yang-Ro Yoon Presented by Bonnie Kogod and Jan Tievsky ** Live music by Dana Nichole Scott **

9:30 p.m. – Closing Remarks Dana Tai Soon Burgess

MENU Salad Course Bibb Lettuce with Dried Pears Champagne Vinaigrette

Main Course Grilled Beef Flat Iron Steak, Green Peppercorn Sauce or Grilled Lemon Grass Salmon with Ginger & Cilantro, Beurre Blanc or Mushroom Lentil Cake with Garlic & Onions, Tomato Confit Sautéed Green Beans Herb Roasted Potatoes

Dessert Chocolate Truffon Meringue Cake Raspberry Coulis

Coffee & Tea

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SILENT AUCTIO

iid on exclusive items and experiences generously donated by artists and supporters.

Your participation directly supports the mission of the Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company.

Scan the QR code to view all auction items and place your bids online. Winners will be announced on Monday November 3rd via email.

45 Minute Private Dance Lesson The top two bidders will each receive a 45-minute session taught by an International Ballroom Champion at the Fred Astaire Palisades studio— perfect for beginners or anyone looking to experience the joy of dance. No partner required.

Original Scarf Own a one-of-a-kind creation by Patricia Michaels, celebrated Taos Pueblo fashion designer and finalist on Project Runway. Known for her exquisite use of natural materials, fluid designs, and deep connection to Native heritage, Michaels weaves tradition and contemporary artistry into every piece she creates.

New Orleans #1 and New Orleans #2 Own one of Lynn Bregman Blass 10×10 framed mixed media works “New Orleans #1” or “New Orleans #2.” Lynn’s work both as an artist and psychotherapist investigates the way one develops to make sense of life.

ON HIGHLIGHTS Tempest and Luna Bloom Own a one of a kind work by Anna Kang Burgess. Anna Kang Burgess (b. 1930- ) was born in Hawaii of Korean parentage in 1930. She was raised on Hawaii’s Del Monte Pineapple Plantation on Oahu. Burgess is considered one of America’s pioneering female Asian American abstract artists.

Scan the QR Code to view bid on these and more items

Bidding closes on November 2nd at 23:59pm

2 Tickets to DTSBDC at Woolly Mammoth The top two bidders will each receive two premium tickets to DTSBDC’s Spring 2026 Performance at the Woolly Mammoth Theatre. Winners will choose their preferred date — April 24–26 or May 1–3, 2026.

We also invite you to own a piece of the Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company’s history.

Photographs by Mary Noble Ours and Matailong Du are available for purchase this evening.

Prices are displayed alongside each piece.

Payments may be made by credit or debit card and check.

Our team is happy to assist you.

Are you between 21 – 40 years old?

We invite you to join the Diplomats of Dance Society, the young professionals affinity group of the Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company.

Members enjoy specially curated, exclusive perks, including invitations to private receptions, behind-the-scenes events, and opportunities to engage directly with the company’s artists and creative team.

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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES November 12th, 2025

Chazen Museum of Art Madison, WI

February 26th, 2026

Arts Club of Washington Washington, DC

April 24-26 and May 1-3, 2026

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Washington, DC

DONOR LISTING We gratefully acknowledge the support of the following corporations, foundations, goverment agencies, and individuals who supported Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company during our 24-25 season.

Major Supporters $51,000-150,000

DC Commision on the Arts and Humanities The National Endowment for the Arts

$20,000-50,000

The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation Patch Canada* March Forth Foundation Maryland Youth Ballet* Philip L. Graham Fund

$5,000-19,000

Committee for the Future Dallas Morse Coors Foundation for the Performing Arts Dwight Stuart Youth Fund Mary Eccles Eric Naison-Phillips Family Foundation Fulbright Scholars Cary Fuller Elizabeth Wilson Harter JBG Smith Ellen Kwatnoski Microsoft Morningstar Foundation Katia Norri Teresa Saavedra The Share Fund Jan and Seth Tievsky Heinz and Liselotte Nehring Stiftung Foundation Winged Keel Group

$500-4,000

Anonymous (3) John Ashford Bloomberg Philanthropies Anna Kang Burgess Ian Tai Kyung Burgess Jason and Melissa Burnett Jane Cafritz Michael Caplin Alan Cariaso Kay Casstevens Cherry Blossom Giving Circle Claudia de Colstoun-Werebe Laurie Davis and Joseph Sellers Bianca DeLille Diane Dragaud FBB Capital Partners

David Fischer and Joy Kassett Izette and Neil Folger Jameson Freeman and Dana Tai Soon Burgess Mary A. Gifford Susan Gigli Ross Goldman Google Sarah Halzack Sergio Herrera and Kelly Southall Wayne Hickory Celia Hoke Nicole Hollander Erick Hosaka Jill and Bill Hudock Janice Kaplan Roxane Kaufmann and Neal Fitzpatrick Lisa Kaye Rebecca Klemm Bonnie Kogod Richard Kwatnoski Marcia Lim Barbara and Robert Liotta Elizabeth McCallum Laura McDonald Alanna McKee Kelly Dinglasan Minton and Joel Minton Felipe Moltedo Elvi Moore Judith Viggers Nordin Mark Ohnmacht Dr. Susan Ohnmacht Eser Ozdeger Stacey Perelman Young-Key Kim and Bertrand Renaud Sheri and Robert Rosenfeld Joan and Berry Rosenthal Stephanie Rosenthal and Scott Meisler Stuart Ross and Patricia Devine Eric San Juan and Jack Davis Ben Sanders Marian and Neel Saxena Scout Properties Leigh Slaughter Steve Slaughter Arnie Stolberg Peter and Judith Storandt Aaron Tievsky and Frank Delaney Maida R. Withers Barrie Zucal We appreciate and acknowledge our donors who give between $25-499 *Denotes in-kind services

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MARYLAND YOUTH BALLET Congratulates DTSBDC on its 33rd Anniversary!

MYB is proud to have DTSBDC as our company in residence. Look for an exciting DTSBDC piece featuring MYB students this spring!

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