Well Matt, although I missed the dance production, I must say that I have heard such things said before. It all depends. I am not trying to be a relativist, but I think this raises philosphical questions as to the meaning of art.
Art is symbolism, and the ability to communicate through symbolism.
Because a flower symbolizes sexuality, or a woman, does it make the flower a perpetuator of patriarchy. In some ways, I believe that it is the audiences interpretation of the symbolized which is patriachal. I would be interested in discussing this in class though, because I think that this has been a central theme so far. It kind of asks questions regarding what the role of society and culture is on personal development.