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Blue13 Dance Company
Dance @ the Playhouse
April 12, 2025 @ 7:30PM
Sierra Madre Playhouse
87 W Sierra Madre Blvd
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Blue13 Dance Company, a groundbreaking Los Angeles-based dance theatre ensemble, brings its high-energy, theatrical style to the stage. Under the direction of Achinta S. McDaniel, the company merges modern dance with influences from the Indian subcontinent, delivering performances that challenge stereotypes and celebrate storytelling through movement.
Artists
*Appearing through an Agreement between this theatre, Sierra Madre Playhouse, and Actors' Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.
About
For over 20 years, Blue13 has captivated audiences worldwide with its bold and rhythmic choreography, blending contemporary dance with classical Indian and Bollywood influences. Led by first-generation South Asian American artist Achinta S. McDaniel, the company’s work is rebellious, deeply emotional, and often infused with humor. Each performance pushes boundaries, using movement as a powerful tool for cultural expression and artistic innovation.
Blue13’s repertoire includes both large-scale productions and immersive experiences, such as 1947, which explores the India-Pakistan partition, and Terpsichore in Ghungroos, a striking commentary on oppression and identity. The company has performed internationally, from Morocco to Paris, and has been featured at prestigious venues like The Hollywood Bowl, The Wallis, and REDCAT. Beyond the concert stage, Blue13’s choreography has appeared in film, television, and live events, collaborating with stars like A.R. Rahman and DJ Snake. Whether on stage or screen, Blue13 delivers electrifying performances that redefine what American dance can be.
Tickets: $12-35