(photo by Jae Man Joo)

Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center is holding performances by Complexions Contemporary Ballet running Friday, April 15-17 at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.

Complexions uses dance to highlight important societal messages using movement and music. The program includes the West Coast premiere of a piece honoring poet Maya Angelou, as well as pieces that explore of love, brotherhood, adversity and faith. Under the artistic direction of Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson, the company presents contrasting pieces in a single show.

The Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is at 135 N. Grand Ave. Tickets star at $34. For information, call (213) 972-0711, or visitwww.musiccenter/complexions.