
NHAN HO PROJECT
SACRAMENTO DANCE COMPANY
Season 2023
presents
'ON THE CUSP'

WELCOME
"Welcome to "On The Cusp!"
Under the visionary leadership of Artistic Director Samantha Chizek of the Nhan Ho Project Sacramento Dance Company, our talented company promises to inspire and awe with our mesmerizing choreographies.
Be the first to witness the brilliance of Executive Director Nhan Ho and guest choreographer Marquez Johnson as they weave a tapestry of movement, emotion, and artistry. This performance is the culmination of months of dedication and creativity.
Your presence in the audience adds magic to this moment, and we are grateful for your support in celebrating the power of dance.
Prepare to be moved and uplifted!
Thank you for purchasing the tickets and being part of our unforgettable celebration of the human spirit."
- SAMANTHA CHIZEK
MEET THE DANCERS

PROGRAM
Whispering Loudly
Choreography:
Nhan Ho
Performers:
Full Company
Music:
Ceeys, Peter Gregson, Gabriel Prokofiev
Rewrite
Choreography:
Nhan Ho
Performer:
Lizzy Dyer
Music:
Michael Wall
Starting A Fire
Choreography:
Lizzy Dyer
Performers:
Abby Clark, Katelyn Counts, Rhia Guadalupe, Amy Mathews, Kiara Patton, Jenny Thach
Music:
Starting a Fire by Kin Palo
An Inflorescence
Choreography:
Emily Hubler
Performers:
Samantha Chizek, Abby Clark, Katelyn Counts, Lizzy Dyer, Rhia Guadalupe, Amy Mathews, Kiara Patton, Marco Ruivivar, Jenny Thach
Music:
Limestone & Felt by I Giardini, Caroline Shaw
Golden Hour
Choreography:
Rhia Guadalupe
Performers:
Samantha Chizek, Abby Clark, Katelyn Counts, Lizzy Dyer, Amy Mathews, Kiara Patton, Marco Ruivivar, Jenny Thach
Music:
golden hour by JVKE
INTERMISSION
Star Walkin'
Choreography:
Marco Ruivivar
Performers:
Abby Clark, Katelyn Counts, Lizzy Dyer, Rhia Guadalupe, Emily Hubler, Amy Mathews, Kiara Patton, Marco Ruivivar, Jenny Thach
Music:
Star Walkin’ by Lil Nas X
Lightning
Choreography:
Samantha Chizek
Performer:
Samantha Chizek
Music:
Lightning by Hayden Calnin
Rippling Sands
Choreography:
Samantha Chizek
Performers:
Samantha Chizek, Abby Clark, Katelyn Counts, Kiara Patton, Jenny Thach
Music:
Ripples in the Sand by Hans Zimmer from the Dune Soundtrack
Two Leaves
Choreography:
Samantha Chizek
Performers:
Emily Hubler, Amy Mathews
Music:
The Wind Forest by Joe Hisaishi
Mantra
Choreography:
Marquez Johnson
Performers:
Samantha Chizek, Abby Clark, Katelyn Counts, Amy Mathews, Kiara Patton, Jenny Thach
Music:
Bad Karma by Axel Thesleff
Riverside
Choreography:
Samantha Chizek
Performers:
Full Company
Music:
Riverside by James Spaite and SAVS, Origins by Dan Gibson
THANK YOU

We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the tremendous support we received for our recent performance of 'On The Cusp.' This journey would not have been possible without each and every one of you, and we want to express our heartfelt thanks.
First and foremost, a big shoutout to the NCDC for generously providing the theater for our annual performance. Your unwavering support for the arts is truly appreciated.
We would also like to extend our gratitude to several individuals and groups who played pivotal roles in making 'On The Cusp' a success:
Donors: Your financial contributions enabled us to bring our artistic vision to life, and we are immensely grateful for your belief in our work.
Volunteers: Your dedication and hard work behind the scenes did not go unnoticed. Thank you for your time and effort in making this performance possible.
Administrative Teams: Your tireless efforts in planning and coordination ensured the smooth execution of our production. Your commitment to our mission is commendable.
Colby Barrett: Thank you for capturing the essence of our promo video and performance through videography. Your skill and talent added depth to our production.
Jacob Martinez and Anita Scharf: Your photography skills immortalized the moments of 'On The Cusp.' Your beautiful images will serve as cherished memories for years to come.
Rich Kirlin: Your technical support was invaluable. Your expertise ensured that our performance ran flawlessly.
Step I Dance & Fitness: We are grateful for your continuous support in providing us with rehearsal space. Your generosity has been instrumental in our creative process.
To anyone we may have inadvertently missed, please accept our apologies, and know that your contributions have not gone unnoticed.
It is because of each and every one of you that the Nhan Ho Project can continue to thrive and bring art to the Sacramento and beyond dance communities. Your support fuels our passion, and we look forward to continuing this artistic journey together.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Sincerely,
NHAN HO PROJECT