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Jersey Arts TV: Nimbus Arts Center Features World Premiere of ANIMA, the Trilogy


By Gina Marie Rodriguez & Dave Tavani

originally published: 01/22/2026

Dance is the physical embodiment of emotion and perception, an allegory of our journey through life.

Nimbus Dance will present the world premiere of ANIMA, Samuel Pott’s evening-length work that confronts our most primal and precarious bond: humankind’s relationship with the natural world. Featuring three pieces that have been developed over 10 years by Nimbus Artistic Director Samuel Pott and acclaimed composer Qasim Naqvi. The upcoming performances mark the first time that audiences will experience the completed 3-part cycle as it was originally envisioned.

Jersey Arts is at the Nimbus Arts Center to speak to the cast and creatives behind "ANIMA."

Performances take place Friday, January 30 at 8:00pm; Saturday, January 31 at 8:00pm; Friday, February 6 at 8:00pm; Saturday, February 7 at 8:00pm; and Sunday, February 8 at 3:00pm. Tickets are available for purchase online. Nimbus Arts Center is located at 329 Warren Street in Jersey City, New Jersey.

Gina Marie Rodriguez is an award-winning screenwriter, director, and actress. Her foray into filmmaking began at a young age as a way to avoid public speaking in school. From there, it grew into a love of telling stories and creating new worlds. Gina Marie boasts a Bronze Remi win from Worldfest Houston, Best Female Filmmaker from the Cosmic Film Festival, and a Best Actress in a Comedy from the Hang Onto Your Shorts Film Festival alongside nominations from the Golden Door International Film Festival, Official Latino Film and Arts Festival and Los Angeles Cinefest among others.
Dave Tavani is a freelance videographer and still photographer based in the Philadelphia area. In recent years, Dave has worked on a variety of projects, mostly for nonprofit and arts organizations. In addition to JerseyArts.com, he works on video projects for McCarter Theatre Center, The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage, Visit Philadelphia, Bristol Riverside Theatre, Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture, The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, and ArtPride New Jersey.




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