The Terps started the semester in a difficult position. Professor Bratt explained that “many of the members had recently graduated, their longtime advisor had moved on from the college, the ongoing pandemic kept classes virtual, and performances were cancelled. However, when they realized that their art was not bound to a classroom or a stage, what began as restrictions soon became opportunities. The Terps found that the freedom dance provides can be experienced anywhere. All rehearsals and performances were done within strict health and safety guidelines, and the Ensemble put together six beautiful, thoughtful, and stirring performances, on their own. This is their work - and it is inspiring."

The showcase featured dances, songs, and choreography in a beautiful 23-minute showcase with inspiring themes that may be seen here.

https://youtu.be/rD-MnLvphQg

The performances with credits and themes are show below:

I 

260 Thousand & Counting

Music: Mixed by Erin Mahoney; Hans Zimmer, Newswatch, and Dialogue from “Bojack Horseman” & ‘This is Us”

Choreographed by Erin Murray

Performed by Erin Mahoney

“In addition to the physical effects of the virus, the pandemic has affected the mental health of millions of individuals, causing feelings of anxiety, depression, and grief for those struggling to cope through challenging and unpredictable times.”

II

Freedom of Expression

Music: J Cole - Be Free (Live from The Letter Man Show)

Choreographed by Chandler Barnes

Performed by Chandler Barnes

“Understanding perspective is the answer.”

III 

Low Point

Music: Billie Ellish - Bellyache (Marian Hill Remix)

Choreographed by Erin Murray

Performed by Terpsichorean Dance Ensemble

“Do you really think we grow from our mistakes? Or is that just what we tell ourselves to make them easier to live with?”

IV

Feeling Myself

Music: MODUS - Joji

Choreographed by Jalon Copeland

Performed by Jalon Copeland

“Sometimes you have to figure out yourself to understand more”

V

In Memory of a skull

Music: Bring Me the Horizon - One Day the Only Butterflies Left Will Be in Your Chest as You March Towards Your Death

Choreographed by Mylaida Rivera

Performed by Mylaida Rivera

“A friend who is no longer here. Sometimes I see, sometimes I feel but at the end of the day, I remember once again she is no longer here”

VI

Change by Apocalypse

Music: Mixed by Jalon Copeland; Don’t Hurt Yourself - Beyonce (Live from HOMECOMING), Let Me Out - Gorillaz

Choreographed by Jalon Copeland

Performed by Jalon Copeland

“Change is coming but how much do we have to go through first?”