the hour of Hildegard is the first installment of HDD's exploration of the work of Hildegard von Bingen. this introductory piece will focus on Hildegard's work "Physica," writings on health and her nine healing systems which include the medicinal use of plants, elements, trees, stones, fish, birds, animals, reptiles and metals. performed by five dancers with live singers and stories from the workers of the St. John's Food Pantry.

the work will take place at the beautiful St. John's Cathedral in the Adam's District of Downtown LA in the historic Parish Hall of the church on Saturday, March 23 at 5 pm.

This performance is made possible with support from the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.