“A rich translation of Dickinson's language of poetry into the language of dance… The choice to end with this scene of death in "Dezember." Dickinson's birth month, evokes how life and death are intertwined, an awareness of which Dickinson shows throughout her poetry.”

-Sommer Wagen, The Minnesota Daily

The Untold Verse

Photos by: Alexis Lund

April 2025

Choreographed by: Genevieve Waterbury
Performed by: The Company of Ballet Co.Laboratory

Emily Dickinson's mysterious nature was often misunderstood during her lifetime. She is a guide for braving the unknown and being present with the natural world. Delve into her intertwined view of love and death, see beyond the myth, and explore the transcendent landscape of her world. I hope her curiosity and rebellious spirit inspire you.

“Beautiful, heartrending, I didn't know how powerfully movement/dance could convey isolation, loneliness and love. MORE PLEASE”

-Audience Member

“I hope to wade thru grief with such support and grace. And may my death be as beautiful and full of grace”

-Audience Member

“This show made me cry and was so captivating I wish it was four hours long instead of one.”

-Anonymous