A poetic piece that blurs artistic disciplines, Kiss & Cry brings together a diverse group of Belgian artists to create a sweeping, romantic work that explores the question “Where do people go when they disappear from our life, from our memory?” This is the question haunting a woman as she waits alone on the platform of a train station. She thinks of the men she’s loved and lost, vanished in the haze of existence. Hands visually portray the main characters with a beautifully engaging sensual presence, moving around miniature sets with absolute precision while a camera crew projects the finger ballet on a large screen. In this blend of film, dance, text, and theater, the audience witnesses a film screened and simultaneously made in front of their eyes. A unique event told with tender and poignant eloquence, Kiss & Cry is an unforgettable experience. “Absorbing, delightful, and ravishingly beautiful.” (Boston Globe)

Tune In with UMS for a brief pre-performance talk before select Renegade series performances, including this Kiss & Cry performance. Just 15 minutes long, each Tune In will offer interesting information and provocative questions for thinking about, listening to, and watching the performance. The Renegade series celebrates artistic innovation, experimentation, and discovery. Location and speaker to be announced.

Performance note:
90 minutes, no intermission