Your presence here teaches our people something—to have high ideals and to walk as proud people. We hope this community will not be the same after tonight.
OFFICE OF CULTURE, GUATEMALA
The . . . dancers gave a display in a furious tempo which all but took the breath of the spectators. They covered the stage in elegant costumes . . . and naturally reaped giant applause.
ALBORG, DENMARK
The Native American dancers . . . were so energetically competent that we were convinced drops of rain would have fallen heavy and fast if they had tried a rain dance.
AFTENPOSTEN, NORWAY
If you weren’t in Strode Activity Center . . . last night, you missed the most exciting, most colorful, most authentic program of music, dance and ethnic pageantry to play in Aberdeen since I’ve been reviewing entertainment for this newspaper. . . . BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY Aberdeen’s audience gave the winning collegians two standing ovations. We’re inhibited; they deserved four.
LIVING LEGENDS DON HALL, Celebrating the native cultural heritage of North and REPORTER, AMERICAN NEWS, South America and the South Pacific, Living Legends presents a ABERDEEN, SOUTH DAKOTA vibrant spectacle of energy, music, costume, and dance. As they take the stage, talented performers of native The audience was excited because of descent capture the rhythms of Polynesia, portray the the outstanding music and dance. . . . fascinating legends of Native American people, and dazzle Additionally, the performers displayed a spirit, the senses with the energy of Latin America. Both the lavish wholesomeness, personal friendliness, deep joy, costumes and the intricate choreography are authentic and enthusiasm much greater than most other performing arts groups. representations of the showcase cultures. Since 1971 Living Legends—formerly known as the G. BLAINE DAVIS, Lamanite Generation—has FRANKFURT, GERMANY performed the world over, appearing before audiences For more information contact: that have included the queen of BYU Performing Arts Management, Thailand, the governor general Oliver House, Provo, UT 84602-8500 of Jamaica, and the queen of Telephone: (801) 422-3576 Fax: (801) 422-0546 Email: [email protected] http://pam.byu.edu Denmark. During the 2002 Winter Olympics, Living Legends performed for athletes and visitors in the Opening Ceremonies as well as the Medals Plaza. Each year the noted ensemble’s performances are broadcast to millions. Living Legends has participated with the Alaska National Guard in its “Operation Santa Claus,” and they have also been honored performers at the Alaska Federation of Natives’ annual convention. Whether in Asia, Eastern or Western Europe, North or South America, or the South Pacific, Living Legends inspires audiences with its spectacular display of the cultures of Polynesia and the Americas. Repertoire LIVING LEGENDS October 2014 Brigham Young University
Contact: Performing Arts Management (801) 422-3576 [email protected] Seasons SEASON OF PROMISE
North America: Eagle The eagle, which flies the highest and nearest to our Creator, is sacred to natives of North America. Embodying strength, courage, and wisdom, the eagle shows us that we have the ability to develop the same qualities.
Ecuador: San Juanito Echoing over the high windswept plains and grassy valleys, the music of the Andes breathes the essence of ancient civilizations.
Hawaii: Noho Ana Ke ‘Ala Anuhea This dance contrasts the violent, volcanic elements of creation with the beauty that eventually proceeds as life moves on.
Alaska: Yupik Stories expressed through the hands of the dancers communicate fishing exploits and the building of friendships.
SEASON OF PLENTY
Guatemala: Winaq Ral Ixim Through their devoted care of their crops and families, the people of corn show gratitude to Heart of Sky and Heart of Earth.
Samoa: Sasa, Lapa Lapa, Slap Young Samoans demonstrate their energy and love for life in the rousing Sasa and Lapa Lapa and prove their skill and agility in the powerful slap dance.
Paraguay: Carreta Guy The enchanting music of the Paraguayan harp enhances the elegance of this enthralling dance.
North America: Bow and Arrow This dance depicts reverence for the bow and arrow’s aid in providing sustenance and protection and also honors past warriors.
SEASON OF PROSPERITY
Tahiti: Ote’a Tavevo, Ote’a Hopu From the “Pearl of the Sea,” the rhythms of life are presented through the tamure and staccato beats of the toere drums.
Argentina: Chacarera The Chacarera emphasizes the grace and beauty of the paisana (Argentina’s cowgirl) and the strenght and masculinity of the gaucho (Argentina’s cowboy) with romance and energy.
North America: Fancy The women’s fancy dance shows the emergence of the butterfly and the beginning of a new direction in life. The men’s fancy dance depicts the warriors’ battlefield feats.
Bolivia: Caporales In this display of skill and power, the caporal’s whip represents his strength; the rattles on his boots, the sound of chains; and his elaborate costume, his pride and wealth.
SEASON OF WAR
North America: Warrior’s Suite The dances portray honor and respect for all Native American warriors.
New Zealand: Te Wa o Tumatauenga, He Korero Riri With the dawn comes the voice of war, carried on the wind, and supplication to Tumatauenga, God of War, by both warrior and loved one. Preparations for battle are made, and through the haka and poi, the challenge is issued: “We will not back down but will gain victory.”
Mexico: Aztec Representing an Aztec ritual from southern Mexico, this dance honors the great white god Ce Acatl Topiltzin Quetzalcoatl.
SEASON OF REBIRTH
Hawaii: Manoalani A spirit of love influences every aspect of Hawaiian life. Good things brought from other cultures are welcomed in the Spirit of Aloha.
North America: Jingle, Grass To the Ojibwe Tribe in Minnesota, the jingle dress, first seen in a dream by the tribe’s medicine man, is said to have special healing powers. The male Grass dancers imitate the tall, flowing sweet grass of the prairie, a symbol of the balance between man and nature.
Tonga: Laka Laka Tongan grace and beauty reflect the purity and conviction of this devoted and faithful people.
México: La Negra This dance captures the soul of Mexico with their intricate footwork, beautiful dresses, and energetic music.
North America: Hoop Dance The hoop symbolizes eternity to many Native Americans. Dancers position the hoops to honor the creations of Mother Earth.
North America: Go My Son A wise chief teaches that family and education are the keys to success and happiness.
FINALE
LIVING LEGENDS Quotes October 2014 Brigham Young University
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“A culture does not die when it dies, it dies when it is forgotten. Your show rescues culture and heritage.”
President Santo Rene Nunez Tellez, Managua, Nicaragua
“The performers of such a talented ensemble use their gifts to encourage unity in promoting mutual values and personal spiritual enlightenment. Every [audience member] could feel the love and tenderness of the performers.”
M.D. Kiekbaev, Federal Representative, Bashkortostan, Russia
“The message was perfect! The dances mesmerized the students! Thank you, thank you, thank you!”
Courtney Kistemann, Tempe, Arizona
“Seriously everyone with whom I spoke was very excited! The unbelievable radiance of the performers was downright contagious and has left behind a persistent impression with the Bremen public.”
Sabine Scharsig, Bremen, Germany
“Your presence teaches our people something – to have high ideals and to walk as proud people. We hope this community will not be the same after tonight.” Office of Culture, Guatemala
“The Native American dancers…were so energetically competent that we were convinced drops of rain would have fallen heavy and fast if they had tried a rain dance.” Aftenposten, Norway
“It was an outstanding display of talent, dedication and pageantry. We were impressed by the obvious amount of time, effort and money that went into this show. ... It was not only entertaining but educational and thought- provoking as well. Thank you for this opportunity of enlightenment.” Ralph Stewart, Port Orchard, Washington
“The…dancers gave a display in furious tempo which all but took the breath of the spectators. They covered the stage in elegant costumes…and naturally reaped giant applause.” Alborg, Denmark
“The [performers] are fabulous, tender, and smart, and they...are really special ambassadors. The managers that came with them are the nicest persons you can imagine, and treat everybody like all life friends, that made all easier. They left special impressions on the technical and men of the business… Thanks for all your effort [to] prepare and coordinate this special event for us.” Eduardo Osvaldo Madrid, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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LIVING LEGENDS Tour History October 2014 Brigham Young University
Contact: Performing Arts Management (801) 422-3576 [email protected] 2013-14 1. California, Nevada 2. Nauvoo, Illinois
2012-13 1. Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua 2. Arizona
2011-12 1. Utah, New Mexico, Arizona 2. California 3. Nauvoo, Illinois
2010-11 1. Russia 2. Washington, Idaho, Oregon 3. Alaska
2009-10 1. China 2. Utah
2008-09 1. Arizona 2. Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay
2007-08 1. Colorado, Wyoming 2. Chile
2006-07 1. Alaska 2. Nevada, California 3. South Dakota, Iowa, North Dakota, Canada
2005-06 1. Wyoming, Montana 2. Germany, Austria
2004-05 1. Arizona 2. Nevada, California 3. México
2003-04 1. Alaska 2. Idaho, Washington, Oregon 3. South Africa
2002-03 1. New Mexico
2001-02 1. Alaska
2000-01 1. Nevada, California 2. South Dakota, North Dakota, (Canada- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Saskatchewan)
1999-2000 1. Washington, Idaho, Oregon 2. Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay
1998-99 1. Nevada, California 2. Denmark, Norway, Sweden
1997-98 1. Arizona 2. Missouri, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Jersey, (Canada- Ontario, Quebec)
1996-97 1. Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming 2. Tahiti, Western Samoa, Cook Islands, New Zealand, (U.S.- Hawaii)
1995-96 1. Nevada, California 2. Austria, Germany, Italy (East Europe- Croatia, Slovenia)
1994-95 1. California 2. Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Romania, Slovakia, (West Europe- Austria)
1993-94 1. New Mexico, Texas 2. Illinois, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Wyoming
1992-93 1. Idaho, Montana, Wyoming 2. Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, (U.S.- Texas)
1991-92 1. Idaho, Oregon, Washington 2. People’s Republic of China, Republic of China, Thailand, Hong Kong, Taiwan
1990-91 1. Arizona 2. Croatia, Czech Republic, Slovakia, (West Europe- Austria, Germany)
1989-90 1. Northern California, Nevada 2. Canada- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, (U.S.- Idaho, Minnesota, Washington)
1988-89 1. Southern California, Nevada 2. Croatia, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Slovenia, Hungary, (West Europe- Germany)
1987-88 1. New Mexico 2. German Democratic Republic, Federal Republic of Germany
1986-87 1. California, Oregon 2. Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, (U.S.- Florida)
1985-86 1. Arizona 2. Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Hawaii
1984-85 1. Wyoming, Montana 2. Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Mexico
1983-84 1. New Mexico, Arizona 2. North Dakota, South Dakota 3. England, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark
1982-83 1. Arizona, California, Nevada 2. Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Ecuador, Mexico
1981-82 1. Arizona, Northern California, Nevada 2. People’s Republic of China, Republic of China, Hong Kong, Philippines, Taiwan, Hawaii
1980-81 1. Arizona 2. Idaho, Oregon, Washington 3. Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Washington, (Canada- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan)
1979-80 1. Southern California, Nevada 2. Romania, Hungary, Poland 1978-79 1. Nevada 2. Wyoming, Montana, (Canada- Alberta) 3. Colorado, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Arkansas, Oklahoma
1977-78 1. Colorado, Arizona 2. Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland
1976-77 1. Arizona, Southern California, Nevada 2. Idaho, Washington, Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana, Canada
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1975-76 1. Ohio 2. Nevada, Arizona 3. California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Michigan, New Mexico, New Cork, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington D.C., (Canada- Ontarion, Quebec)
1974-75 1. (Canada- Alberta, Saskatchewan) 2. Oklahoma, (Canada- British Columbia) 3. (South America- Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela)
1973-74 1. Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Mississippi, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, Wisconsin 2. Germany
1972-73 1. Southern California 2. Arizona, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming, (Canada- Alberta, Saskatchewan)
1971-72 1. Florida 2. Southern California 3. Idaho, Wyoming, Washington, (Canada- Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan)
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LIVING LEGENDS Fact Sheet October 2014 Brigham Young University
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• Celebrating the native cultural heritage of North and South America and the South Pacific, Living Legends presents a vibrant spectacle of energy, music, costume, and dance. Its full program lasts 90 minutes.
• Organized in 1971, the troupe specializes in performing for its own native people, in an effort to encourage excellence in achievement, inspire a love of the members’ native lands, and develop a pride for their heritage.
• The group consists of 38 members, including performers and a skilled technical crew. Cast members come from the United States, Canada, South and Central America, and the Pacific Islands. All members are of Latin American, Native American, or Polynesian heritage and are selected after a rigorous audition process. In addition, members are pursuing college degrees in a variety of subjects.
• Many of the group’s authentic native costumes are made in the portrayed region. Traditional songs and dances are choreographed by members of the group, group leaders, and guest choreographers from around the world.
• Living Legends traveled to Northern California and Nevada in 2014, and also spent two weeks during the summer in Nauvoo, Illinois. The performers shared their dances with old and young alike at care centers, parks and outdoor gazebos, in addition to 11 staged performances.
• During the spring of 2013, Living Legends toured Central America, visiting Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. The group performed for over 13,000 people and participated in four community outreaches.
• From January to February of 2012, Living Legends traveled to Southern California. They delighted audiences in Irvine, Riverside, Claremont, Oxnard, and Escondidio. The busy team performed five times in seven days, as well as an outreach program at Sherman Indian high school.
• In May of 2011 Living Legends enjoyed performing for the people of Russia. The group represented BYU with performances at the Stroyitel Palace of Culture and Chelyabinsk Ballet House in Russia. Through a broadcast of their performance in Yekaterinburg, the group was able to reach an audience of approximately 2 million viewers. They also performed in seven cities throughout the country.
• Living Legends participated in the Opening Ceremonies of the Olympics in Salt Lake City in February 2002. It also performed for Olympic visitors in Light of the World, a production that showcased several BYU groups.
• Janielle Christensen is the artistic director for Living Legends. She has extensive directing, performing, and production experience and has been with the performing group for many years.
• Living Legends originates in the Department of Dance at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. BYU is one of the nation’s largest private universities with 30,000 students from every state in the U.S. and 110 foreign countries.
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News Release LIVING LEGENDS
October 2014 Brigham Young University
General Contact: Performing Arts Management (801) 422-3576 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [email protected]
In a performance of extravagant dancing, culturally-inspired music and intricate costumes, Brigham Young
University’s Living Legends celebrates the Latin American, Native American, and Polynesian cultures in their show,
Seasons. Each year, hundreds of BYU students audition for the opportunity to pay tribute to their ancestors through music and dancing. The audition process is competitive—accepting only the best singers and dancers—but all Living
Legends members are of Native American, Latin American, or Polynesian heritage.
Spectacular choreography, colorful costumes, and heart-pounding music bring to life the skill, beauty and authenticity of these traditional cultures. From the graceful Hawaiian Hula and Mexican Fiesta dances to the excitement and beauty of a Native American Pow Wow, this year’s Living Legends performance reflects the cycle of civilizations through the portrayal of changing seasons and weaves together legends of the past with the reality of today. Living Legends will showcase their performance of Seasons to cities in New Mexico, British Columbia, and
Alaska for the 2015 season.
The ensemble delighted audiences with eight performances in Northern California and Nevada on their 2014 tour. They also performed nightly in Nauvoo, Illinois to over 3,000 people over a two week period. During the summer of 2013, Living Legends traveled to Central America and performed for enthusiastic crowds in Guatemala,
Honduras, and Nicaragua. Artistic Director Janielle Christensen said that “with a blend of formal performances in world-class venues, to outreach performances for special-needs schools (which our show was benefitting), to visits to
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ancient ruins and indigenous villages, the students were aware daily of the blessings of sharing their cultures through music, dance, light and costumes, and of learning from the precious people and rich culture of these historic countries.”
One of the highlights was a performance in Nicaragua, where the President of the National Assembly, Santo
Rene Nunez Tellez, and his council were present in the audience. The next day, Mr. Tellez expressed he was profoundly moved and impressed with the previous night’s show, and told them that “a culture does not die when it dies, it dies when it is forgotten. Your show rescues culture and heritage.”
From April 25 to May 13 of 2011 Living Legends visited Russia, which was the first time a BYU performing group had visited Russia in 10 years. The group inspired thousands throughout their tour and was presented by the U.S. Embassy in the Theater for Young Audiences in Moscow.
Living Legends has also been applauded worldwide in the Pacific Islands, Australia, Canada, Europe, and
South America. During the 2002 Winter Olympic Games held in Salt Lake City, Utah, Living Legends had the honor of performing for visitors and athletes in the Olympic Village. Members of Living Legends also had the privilege of participating in Light of the World, a production featuring several BYU performing groups.
One of the main goals of Living Legends is to encourage all to take pride in their individual heritage and to continuously to better themselves, as illustrated by a statement from the Office of Culture in Guatemala: “Your performance was wonderful. Your presence here teaches our people something—to have high ideals and to walk proud as a people. We hope this community will not be the same after tonight.”
Living Legends originates in the Department of Dance, College of Fine Arts and Communications, at
Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. BYU is one of the nation’s largest private universities with an enrollment of 30,000 students from the United States and 120 foreign countries.
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LIVING LEGENDS News Release October 2014 Brigham Young University
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Although the performers make it look easy, Brigham Young University’s Living Legends’ colorful, authentic presentation of Latin American, Polynesian, and Native American music and dance would not be possible without the dedication, talent, and expertise of artistic director Janielle Christensen.
Christensen became active in professional theater and music early in her life, co-hosting a daily television show at age 12 and playing with the Musicians’ Union at age 14. She proceeded to gain extensive experience producing and directing summer theatres, performing groups, and trade shows, as well as directing a television series and a large outdoor pageant featuring members of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
As an artistic director of Living Legends and a producer for Young Ambassadors, both performing groups at BYU, she has traveled around the world, bringing uplifting family entertainment to millions through live and televised productions. Under Christensen’s direction, Living Legends has toured and performed throughout
Europe, China, the Pacific Islands, Australia, Canada, Central and South America, South Africa, and the United
States. Christensen hopes that through their travels, members of Living Legends will inspire people of all cultures to take pride in their own unique heritage.
“It is a moving experience to work with these performers because I see the sincere respect they each hold for one another’s ancestry as well as their own,” Christensen said.
Christensen’s past responsibilities at BYU have also include acting as a producer for the School of Music
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and directing the annual “Homecoming Spectacular,” a production that celebrates BYU’s rich history and school spirit. She has been awarded the College of Fine Arts and Communications’ highest administrative award for excellence.
In 2013, Christensen led the ensemble to Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, where Living Legends performed for over 13,000 people. From April 30- May 17, the group showcased their unique cultural flair for the people of their heritage, guided and directed by Christensen on and offstage. For sold-out crowds in coveted performance halls all over Central America, she led this colorful and exotic group from Provo, Utah to tiny villages of these Latin countries as they showcased the beautiful dances and movements of foreign peoples.
“With fresh pine boughs covering the entire floor in our honor, the sights, smells and events of that cultural exchange will stay forever in the hearts and minds of those of us fortunate enough to experience it,” Christensen said of the tour. “We left humbled, moved and grateful for [this] opportunity.”
As part of the Winter Olympics in 2002, Christensen served as associate director and media spokesperson for the theatrical presentation Light of the World, delivered in the 21,000-seat LDS Conference Center with 10 performances.
In April and May of 2011, Christensen led Living Legends as it made its performing debut in Russia. This trip marked the first visit from a BYU Performing group to Russia in 10 years.
Living Legends originates in the Department of Dance, College of Fine Arts and Communications, at
Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. BYU is one of the nation’s largest private universities with an enrollment of 30,000 students from throughout the United States and 110 foreign countries.
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LIVING LEGENDS News Release October 2014 Brigham Young University
30 Second Audio Spot Contact: Performing Arts Management (801) 422-3576 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [email protected]
NARRATION: 1 Performing a breathtaking showcase of song and dance
2 in Native American, Polynesian and Latin American choreography,
3 Brigham Young University’s Living Legends will present their show Seasons
4 at (Place) on (Date) at (Time).
5 Seasons gives audiences a kaleidoscope of culture with performers from a variety
6 of countries and in an array of authentic costumes. Having toured extensively
7 in Europe, Asia, South and Central America and the United States,
8 the Living Legends showcase always brings delighted audiences to their feet.
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GROUP INFORMATION BYU LIVING LEGENDS – SEASONS
Type of Performance Celebrating the native cultural heritage of North and South America and the South Pacific, Seasons is a vibrant spectacle of energy, music, costume, and dance.
As they take the stage, talented performers of native descent capture the rhythms of Polynesia, portray the fascinating legends of Native American people, and dazzle the senses with the energy of Latin America. Both the lavish costumes and the intricate choreography are authentic representations of the showcase cultures.
Length of Performance The production is 90 minutes in length,
Group Composition The group is made up of approximately 30 performers, and 7 student technicians. Leaders include an artistic director, technical director, tour manager, and chaperones.
History The Living Legends first performed in 1971, and since that time the group has performed the world over. Most recent tours include: Central America, visiting Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua in spring 2013, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay in May 2009, and China in May 2010. Chile in 2008, USA and Canada in 2007, Alaska, Germany and Austria in 2006, and Mexico in 2005. Upcoming tours include Northern California in 2014 and New Mexico and Texas in 2015.