"Depth of Perception," a commission by New York-based dancemaker David Dorfman, played on racial and sexual stereotypes. Sharon Mansur and Boris Willis tackled the playful-but-pointed dialogue and the physical banter with aplomb. They make a terrific pair, she delicate but intense, he strong, broad and nearly swashbuckling in his physicality.
Lisa Traiger, The Washington Post

Willis with his dance partner Cynthia McLaughlin make an intriguing, even sensual couple, she shimmery, delicate; he sturdy, muscular, intense. The pair paints themselves into evolving Rorschachs, abstract moments of bodies in, not exactly repose, but in an ever-alert stillness. Then they move on, a jumble of limbs furling and swiping before the next indelible test. The piece, with impressionistic music by the Cocteau Twins, finely sketches a relationship both formal and emotional.
Lisa Traiger, DanceViewDC

Boris Willis, also from Washington, made subtle connections between himself and Cynthia McLaughlin in his "Cocteau Variations." The relationship between the two unfolded carefully, climaxing as their eyes met at the close of the work.
Claire Croft, The Washington Post

Boris Willis is an intensely physical artist. His work explores physical relationships, his unique movement vocabulary pushes the limits of the human body, and his duets are held together by a compelling physical attraction that is especially effective when he dances with founding member Cynthia McLaughlin.
Mary Tisa, DanceViewDC

Boris Willis closed the program with his slinky, sinuous Cocteau, a duet danced with Cynthia McLaughlin. The suave, handsome couple maintains a serene aura and detached control, even through moments of staccato, and they were mesmerizing throughout."
M. Auton Michelotti, DanceView

"It is a very physical almost violent dance, and Willis moves big- big leaps, violent rolls and flips, fast furious turns. There isn't a wasted moment or movement in the piece, and Willis gave it a flawless and emotionally riveting performance."
Alexandra Tomalonis, The Washington Post

"Dignity, intensity and courage were the qualities projected in Willis's stirring performance."
Alan M. Kreigsman, The Washington Post

"…the potent presence and gestural intensity of dancer Willis."
Alan M. Kreigsman, The Washington Post

"Willis gives a tour de force performance."
Cathryn Harding, Isthmus, WI

"…some dancers are such innately galvanic movers that they can electrify the most indifferent choreography. "
Alan M. Kreigsman, The Washington Post

"Willis is a powerfully skilled mover with such inordinate control of his body that he appears as if he can float in space."
H.B. Kronen, Union-News, MA