Chasing Shadows
MAgical, driving & inspiring
Commissioned by Pointeworks and premiered during the company’s New York City tour in March 2025, Chasing Shadows explores themes of connection, pursuit, and the beauty of fleeting moments.
The work is structured around three distinct musical themes—one for each sister—that stand alone yet intertwine as the piece progresses. These themes take the audience on a journey, only to unexpectedly shift in surprising directions. The score moves from lyrical, flowing lines to fast, rhythmic passages, capturing Laine Habony’s (NYC Ballet Dancer) precise and energetic choreographic style.
The title, Chasing Shadows, reflects the central theme of process. As Jenkins explains, "Like the elusive nature of one's own shadow, the work never fully resolves. Inspired by the idea of an ongoing search for something always just out of reach, Chasing Shadows suggests that satisfaction is often found not in the destination, but in the pursuit itself." Through expressive movement and evocative music, Chasing Shadows invites the audience into a world where artistry, collaboration, and discovery unfold in constant motion.
Score Available July 2025