The critics write I'm sparkling as champagne, fresh as a forest, clear
as glass, poisonous as a toadstool and I rush to their head like heavy wine.
- Valeska Gert (1892-1978)​

Open Dance Project’s DADA GERT surrounds the audience with rhythm, athleticism, and the intently focused theatricality of Open Dance Project’s multi talented performers as they embody the raucous performance world of Valeska Gert, a renegade dance/theater/­film/cabaret artist whose punk­-like “dance satires” alternately challenged and thrilled audiences in Weimar­ era Berlin.  Audience members walk through the Dada ­inspired set by Ryan McGettigan, while Open Dance Project dancers entice and scold through irreverent jerks and twists, contorted faces, and mimetic gestures accompanied by guitarist Hunter Perrin. Joyful, sexy, and funny in one moment and ugly, vulgar, and heartbreaking the next, the performers - each embodying the creative renegades and brilliant outcasts that peppered Valeska’s life - guide audience members through a wildly intoxicating 60 minutes, exploring the art and world of Weimar Berlin. 

DADA GERT is an intimate hour long immersive production with only 25 tickets per show. The audience stands and walks through the performance. There is no traditional audience seating. The performance is wheelchair accessible. This performance is recommended for audiences aged 13 and over.

Accessibility Note: ODP is committed to making this immersive experience inclusive and accessible for people with disabilities. On demand audio description and closed captioning available upon request. Please contact the MATCH box office or email access@opendanceproject.org for more info and to reserve these services.

Annie Arnoult (Choreographer), Christopher Ash (Original Projection Design), Lauren Davis (Props/Scenic Design), Bryan Ealey (Projection Design), Abby Flowers (Graphic Design), Edgar Guajardo (Sound Design), Laura Harrell (Managing Director), Ashley Horn (Costume Design), Christina Maley (Production Manager), Ryan McGettigan (Set Design), Hunter Perrin (Live Music), Tiffany Schrepferman (Lighting Design)

Created and Performed by: Annie Arnoult, Kahlil Cabble (apprentice), Sonia Engman, Atticus Griffin, Zuri Humphrey (apprentice), Sarah Lyman, Madelyn Manlove, Abigail Robertson (apprentice), Margo Smolik, Gage Self, Joseph Stevens, Elyssa Vega (apprentice), Jaime Garcia Vergara.

NOVEMBER 7 - 22, 2025

Matchbox 1

RUNTIME:
60 minutes with no intermission

TICKETS:
GENERAL ADMISSION
$35 Regular

OPENING NIGHT
Friday, November 7 at 7:00 PM
reception to follow

DIRECTOR & DESIGNER TALK
Sunday, November 11
Immediately following the 3 PM performance

Pay-What-You-Can Performances
Saturday, November 8 at 9 PM
Saturday, November 15 at 9 PM

PLEASE NOTE:

Each ticket is subject to a $5 service fee at checkout.

This performance is recommended for audiences aged 13 and over.

For this immersive performance, audience members will be standing and walking throughout the 60 minute performance.

PLAN YOUR VISIT TO MATCH

🎟️ BOX OFFICE & TICKETING 

• Online sales end 30 minutes prior to curtain. After this time, tickets may be available in person at the MATCH Box Office. 
• The Box Office opens 2 hours before curtain for Will Call and walk-up sales. 
• All sales are final. No refunds or cancellations after purchase. 
• Why is there a service fee per ticket? Click here to learn more. 
• **Standby/Waiting List: If the performance that you are hoping to attend is SOLD OUT, please CLICK HERE for information on our Standby/Waiting list.
  
  

⏱️ BEFORE THE SHOW 

• MATCH Concessions opens 1 hour prior to the start of each event. 
  Enjoy a cocktail, wine, beer, or snack before the show. 
  View concessions menu. 
• Seating typically opens 30 minutes prior to curtain. 
• Please note: Some shows have a no late seating or re-entry after the performance has begun. Arrive early! 
  
  

🚗 LOCATION & PARKING: MATCH is located in Midtown Houston. Click here for directions and parking options, including garages and metered street parking.

🍽️ RESTAURANTS & BARS: Make it a night out! Click here for a curated list of nearby restaurants and bars within walking distance of MATCH.

♿ ACCESSIBILITY: MATCH is a fully accessible facility. For accessible seating or special assistance, please contact the box office in advance so we can help accommodate your needs. Click here to email the box office.