Revolve Dance Company's sleek dancers hit the Barnevelder stage this weekend with Fall Mosaic, featuring new choreography by co-directors Amy Cain and Dawn Dippel. Cain updates us on all things Revolve: Photo by Paula Spann

29-95:Why did you call the show Fall Mosaic?

Amy Cain: Our last show was an entire evening of choreograph by Wes Veldink. This show features work by myself and Dawn. We wanted to show what we could do, blending a lot of styles into the mix.

We also have a piece called Mosaic. It came about during our search for different music and we kept leaning towards world music. We went along playing with the idea of how different music moves you in different ways, and created a piece that is a mosaic of music from Argentina, Kenya, Iceland and France.

29-95: Both you and Dawn have recently left Dominic Walsh Dance Theatre (DWDT) where you were both lead dancers. What's it like to return your energy and talents back to your company?

AC: It's exciting. It's like coming home. I haven't been able to choreograph like this in a while, so it's great to be getting new work out. We are also rededicated to our studio, North Harris Performing Arts. Dawn and I have returned to teaching the younger ones. So that's been a blast, it's like reconnecting to the source, because they are so uninhibited and full of joy.

29-95: Speaking of your studio, are you still cleaning up in all those competitions?

AC: Yes we are. NHPA Dance Company is still on top on their game, and are mentioned in the October issue of Dance Spirit Magazine.

29-95: You are known for using the best of popular music in your shows. People connect to the Regina Spektor and Ani DiFranco songs you use. Can we expect more of the same?

AC: Actually, no. We are branching out musically. That said, Dawn has a piece set to Damien Rice, Lamb, and Lisa Hannigan.

29-95: What music are you using?

AC: My new piece is set to instrumental music by Eluvium. There's no melody or lyrics, so that's new for me.

29-95: What's the dance about?

AC: It's inspired by the movie Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind in that it's about that feeling of searching for a memory you thought you didn't want and then you discover that you do.

29-95: What's your cohort, Dippel, up to?

AC: She's using music from the off Broadway show, Fuerzabruta. It's high energy and dynamic, with a driving rhythm. It has an urban feel to it and is really fun to perform.

29-95: Revolve is known for having the most polished dancers in town. What's your secret?

AC: Ballet with Dawn Scannell. She's our secret weapon. We train in ballet, jazz, modern and tap.

29-95: You got to see the world, dance the work of major choreographers, and work closely with Walsh during your time at DWDT. What lessons do you take from your time with DWDT to Revolve?

AC: He pushed us beyond what we thought we could do. The work ethic was huge as well. We became more comfortable with improvisation, and we try to bring that to our dancers earlier now. But a big thing for me was to see the support of dancers for each other.

29-95: Sounds like you are building steam.

AC: Yes, now that Dawn and I are back full time, we are seeking out more guesting opportunities, and are aiming for two concerts a year. We also have a dream for a larger season. We are in growth mode.

Revolve Dance Company presents Mosaic on November 20, 21, at 8 p.m. at Barnvelder Movement Arts Complex, 2201 Preston. $15. Call 281-363-2475 or www.revolvedanceco.com.