Getting there
Gene Siskel Film Center
164 N State,
Chicago,
IL
Bob Hercules and Gordon Quinn’s story of the two-year artistic journey of acclaimed choreographer Bill T. Jones as he struggles to incorporate his own evolving and conflicting impressions of Abraham Lincoln’s legacy into the creation of “Fondly Do We Hope…Fervently Do We Pray,” a piece commissioned by the Ravinia Festival to commemorate the Lincoln bicentennial. Jones’ tough-love relationship with his dancers is at the heart of the story. Reception following the 6:15 pm screening and prior to the 8:15 pm screening. Ticket stub required for reception.