emancipation of expressionism Flashcards
who choreographed it
kendrick h2o sandy
which company made it
boy blue entertainment
when did it premiere
may 2013
how many dancers are there
17 (8f 9m)
what is the duration
11 minutes
what is the dance style
hip hop (krumping, popping, locking, animation, breaking and waaking)
what is the stage type
proscenium arch
what is the stimulus
the music- til enda by olafur armalds and the idea of emancipating expressionism and being free to express ourselves through movement
what is the choreographic intention
using hip hop to express someone’s emotional journey
what is the key theme
sense of order and chaos seen through the sharp and distinct movement and individuals breaking of at times and coming together
what is section 1
genesis- start of life like being in womb, trying to be free, electrical current effecting dancers
what is section 2
growth and struggle- struggle for recognition of individuality, about how passion can grow and become strong and seem aggressive, ends in rugby scum inspired formation supporting individual dancer
what is section 3
the connection and flow between people- from duet to full ensemble, about flow, relationships and connection, duet shows expression in relationships
what is section 4
empowerment- chaotic individual energy contrasts with powerful order of group unison, showcases individual skills, dancers fully empowered
lighting in section 1- genesis
blue profile spotlights that highlight different dancers