Energy is Key Element in 'Axiom' Opening Aug. 10

Although by definition a dance theatre production should be entertaining, artistic director/choreographer hopes that audience members will leave the premier of "Axiom" feeling equal parts entertained, inspired and energized.

, the newest production of , runs Aug. 10-19 at .

According to Lorenz, "Axiom" tells a story without dialogue. The story is told through a composite of all styles of dance conveying its message of energy, relationship, awakening, and change.

Lorenz, who teaches dance at and (NDNU), explains, “The show AXIOM relates to our personal energy and how it becomes played out in everyday life.”

"In the show we focus on certain universal movements affecting us all – pulse, our connection to the earth itself; flow, which is the flow between man and woman and the earth and all beings; power, which is the dynamic force in our life; heart, our ability to surrender and allow change; and higher mind, which is the awareness and freedom to choose our inner path and purpose, and follow it.”

For the production, Lorenz . In addition to bringing ground breaking dance theatre to the mid-Peninsula, Lorenz hopes to to for everyone in Belmont and surrounding communities.

New Ground Theatre Dance in Axiom Dates & Times

Friday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 11 at 8 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 12 at 2 p.m.

Friday, Aug. 17 at 8 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 18 at 8 p.m.

Sunday, Aug. 19 at 2 p.m.

Tickets are available online for $20 (in advance), or at the door $25 general, $20 students/seniors. Family/friend packs are available--four tickets for $75.

For tickets and information, go to www.newgrounddance.com.

Notre Dame De Namur Theatre is located at 1500 Ralston Ave. in Belmont.