This Mortal Coil (January 07)

PLAY THE AL BURGESS VIDEO GAME

The world of Himalayan climbing requires supreme amounts of daring, endurance, focus and luck. Above all, you must suffer. Why would you do this repeatedly? And what would it do to you? How would this remote nest of the Gods change you forever?

This SB Dance original production is based on the exploits of legendary alpinist Al Burgess. A talented and hardworking athlete, Al pushed the limits on over 50 major ascents including Everest, Annapurna and Nanga Parbat. Actors, dancers and images bring to life the Shakespearean twists of fate, inexplicable escapes and personal metamorphosis that lurk beneath Al's often hilarious stories of adventure.

"This Mortal Coil" was created by SB Dance Director Stephen Brown, director/writer Winnie Wood and Al Burgess. Funded in part by the Zoo, Arts and Parks Program and Frederick Q. Lawson Foundation.