The opening Encounters of the season compliments the first mainstage show of the season (Celebrating Steve Reich at 90) by featuring Reich’s “Mallet Quartet” (originally co-commissioned by Soundstreams) and “Nagoya Marimbas.” The program also includes Ann Southam’s “Glass House #5”, and “VV” by Juri Seo. “Nagoya Marimbas” is a fast-paced percussion duet frequently paired with contemporary ballet and modern choreography, and for this Encounters, renowned choreographer Heidi Strauss has crafted a world premiere solo dance piece for contemporary dance artist Aerin Cho that echoes the intricate specificity of the piece. This immersive Encounters will be performed in the round.