DUSHANBE, July 12, 2012, Asia-Plus — The U.S. Embassy in Dushanbe is sponsoring a free performance by the American modern dance group “Company E” and Vocalist Amikaeyla Gaston, in collaboration with the local Tajik dance companies “Padida” and “Vest,” at the Opera and Ballet Theatre on Wednesday, July 18, at 17:30.
Company E is a contemporary dance company based in Washington, D.C. Emphasizing international collaboration, Company E has toured all over the world, seeking out the greatest contemporary choreographic talent while highlighting the next generation of cutting-edge choreography.
Vocal powerhouse Amikaeyla Gaston embraces the best of many types of music. Her sultry sound, was described by MTV, as “like listening to velvet waterfalls,” and her soulful, RootsJazz flavor captures the listener with dynamic passion and enchanting sincerity.
