Through The Eyes Of A Women - Philadelphia Fringe Festival

Through The Eyes Of A Women

Bart.Co Dance

Dance

Am I safe as a woman in America? This is the physical representation of the women/women presenting persons' experiences in "the land of the free". Showing how we fight physically, mentally, socially, and politically. This piece strives to acknowledge these systemic problems that have been perpetuated for centuries; it demands the viewer to reflect on their personal experiences that cause one to scream, "What the FUCK?"

In the three sections, there is a clear fight and aggression throughout the movement to show the need to highlight these problems.

Codes is the examination of dress codes from childhood through adulthood. Society's rules have shown women/women presenting persons' are sexualized at every turn of life. Obedience was made in response to the overturning of Roe v. Wade. This precedent has caused women's healthcare to decline and shown that their rights have regressed to the point where it has become dangerous. Gut Feeling shares what many of us feel on a daily basis. Am I being followed? Is this person going to hurt me? Did I bring pepper spray with me? The surveillance of women has instilled fear and agitation leading to hyperawareness.

I'm not here to conform to the comforts of men.

Details

Run Time: 60 mins

Ticket Price: $25

Venue: Performance Garage

Dates: September 27, 2025

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September 27, 2025 7.00pm

1515 Brandywine Street

General Admission: $25

About the Artist

Bart.co dance company was founded by Leigha Bartko in 2023. Leigha was awarded the Margery J.Turner Choreography Award from Rutgers University for her senior thesis work “Codes”in 2023. They have been able to perform “Codes” and other new pieces all over the tri-state area with many festivals; Spark Theater Festival, KYLD Inhale/Exhale series, Dance New Jersey Show up and Dance, etc. The company has a space fellowship with the studio, Washington Rock Dance, for their newest piece “Are You Listening?”and upcoming works. The company is comprised of all women artists. We use personal experiences, political issues, and human rights issues as a source to create reflective work. We strive to create space for women to be heard and seen, especially in the current social climate. Bart.co Dance will continue to make work that highlights women and shares their perspective.

Nathalye AbruePerformer
Arianna BealerPerformer
Shelby BakotaPerformer
Sydney MarshPerformer
Erica GiurlandoPerformer
Mia CanzonieriPerformer
Leigha BartkoArtistic Director/ProducerLeigha.Bartko@gmail.com
Erin BartkoAssistant

Accessibility & Content Considerations

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This event is appropriate for ages 13+

This work may call attention to paranoia, assault, gender discrimanation. If you become uncomfortable you may step out of the performance.

Covid-19 Safety policy

This event does not require masks to be worn