Baton Rouge’s contemporary dance company, Of Moving Colors Productions (OMC), is closing its season with Conduit, an original performance that fuses dance, theater, and true Louisiana storytelling. The show runs May 3–4 at the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge.
Inspired by a real story from South Louisiana, Conduit follows a hardworking man whose job unexpectedly alters the course of many lives. The word “conduit” refers to a channel for conveying something—in this case, energy, memory, and change across generations.
Blending spoken word and movement, the performance explores themes of resilience, family, and healing. It asks what it means to be a conduit for someone else—how we carry stories, support others, and rebuild what’s been broken. It’s a tribute to South Louisiana’s deep storytelling tradition, brought to life in a striking new way.
The production features the work of local talent, including script adaptation by Chancelier “Xero” Skidmore, co-direction by Artistic Director Garland Goodwin Wilson and Jency Hogan of Love Acting Studios, and choreography by guest artist John Allen, Madilyn Cashio, and OMC’s company dancers.
What sets Conduit apart is its unique fusion of disciplines. Dance productions typically unfold without words, but Conduit weaves in dialogue to heighten the emotional impact and connect more deeply with audiences.
Performances are Saturday, May 3 at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday, May 4 at 2 p.m., at the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge (233 Saint Ferdinand St.).
For tickets and more information, visit ofmovingcolors.org.
