The Dancing Word: Miriam and Mary Video

This remarkable and groundbreaking video offers a unique hybrid of storytelling and dance created by Betsey Beckman,

one of the finest liturgical dancers in North America. Here is the Bible -- and two of its most important women -- made powerfully present with an expressive artistry to charge the imagination, soften the heart, and fire the soul with love.

"Part I: Miriam of the Dance" (18 minutes) tells the story of the Exodus from Egypt through the eyes of Moses' older sister, the prophet Miriam, who leads the people in a dance of joy upon safely crossing the Sea of Reeds. "Part II: The Annunciation" (15 minutes) paints Mary's "Yes!" to God's call, and her body blooms with the divine and she dances to composer David Haas' soaring setting of the Magnificat. Scripts with musical accompaniment by Laura and David Ash with minor differences from the actual video performance are available separately.

"She is the Word expressed in movement, as anyone who watches The Dancing Word will see with joy. Joined to the music of Laura and David Ash, the inspiration quotient is high."

-- John Foley, SJ

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