The Joyce

Talk story about the Joyce, a 474-seat dance theatre which opened last week with a program of short works by several companies that will use it. The medium-sized dance facility occupies the brick shell of the old Elgin Theatre at 8th Ave. and 19th St. It will be the permanent home for the Feld Ballet and a performing space for struggling dance companies. Describes the interior decor, which is influenced by the theatre's Art Deco facade. Writer talks to Cora Cahan, executive director of the Feld Ballet, about the rebuilding of the theatre, which cost $4 million. Explains how the building was financed. The theatre was named the Joyce, after the daughter of one of the contributors. Describes the theatre's facilities, including the stage, the auditorium, and a sophisticated light system. Writer describes a rehearsal of "Play Bach", an upcoming performance and talks with Eliot Feld about his approach to choreography.

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