By Walter Rutledge
Lloyd Knight is living art. There is no other way to describe him. A master of his art form, while remaining one of its most humble servants.
I have had the privilege to talk to Lloyd many times to discuss his career and artistry. Our first conversation was in 2011. It was shortly after his recovery from a yearlong injury. Over the years he has shared his journey through dance and his artistic growth as a member of the Graham Company.
A Coversation With Lloyd Knight
A principal dancer and 21-year veteran of the company Lloyd sat down with O&A NYC Editor-in-Chief Walter Rutledge to discuss the upcoming Martha Graham Dance Company’s historic 100th season April 8th through 12th at New York City Center. We have listed the performance schedule below.
GRAHAM100: The Centennial Celebration
Wednesday, April 8: Preview Performance– ALL GRAHAM EVENING
Appalachian Spring (1944) by Martha Graham
Chronicle (1936) by Martha Graham
Diversion of Angels (1948) by Martha Graham
This special preview performance of three great Graham classics features a rare look inside the collaborative process of dancing to live music. After each dance is performed, Artistic Director Janet Eilber and conductor David Hayes will provide commentary and demonstrate the give and take needed to align the artistry of the orchestra to the needs of the dancers.
Thursday, April 9 – Opening Night – PROGRAM A
Diversion of Angels (1948) by Martha Graham
Untitled Solo by Jamar Roberts (World Premiere)
En Masse by Hope Boykin (New York Premiere)
Chronicle (1936) by Martha Graham
Friday, April 10 – PROGRAM B
Night Journey (1947) by Martha Graham
Cortege (2025) by Baye & Asa
Lamentation (1930) by Martha Graham
CAVE (2022) by Hofesh Shechter
Saturday Matinee, April 11 – PROGRAM C
Steps in the Street (1936) by Martha Graham
Untitled Solo by Jamar Roberts (World Premiere)
En Masse by Hope Boykin (New York Premiere)
Appalachian Spring (1944) by Martha Graham
Saturday Evening, April 11 – Honoring Company Alumni – PROGRAM A
Diversion of Angels (1948) by Martha Graham
Untitled Solo by Jamar Roberts (World Premiere)
En Masse by Hope Boykin (New York Premiere)
Chronicle (1948) by Martha Graham
Sunday Matinee, April 12 – PROGRAM B
Night Journey (1947) by Martha Graham
Cortege (2025) by Baye & Asa
Lamentation (1930) by Martha Graham
Diversion of Angels (1948) by Martha Graham
