Emancipation of Expressionism Flashcards
Who is the choreographer of Boy Blue Entertainment?
Kenrick ‘H2O’ Sandy
Kenrick is also a joint Artistic Director of the company.
What is Boy Blue Entertainment known for?
Presenting the perfect marriage of music and dance
The company is acclaimed for its energetic performances.
In which year was Boy Blue Entertainment founded?
2002
What major event did Boy Blue Entertainment contribute to in 2012?
The Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics
What was the title of the segment Kenrick choreographed for the Olympics?
‘Frankie and June say thanks Tim’
Which award did the production Pied Piper win?
Laurence Olivier Award for Outstanding Dance Production
What are some dance styles included in Boy Blue’s performances?
Hip-hop, krumping, popping, locking, animation, breaking, waacking
These styles reflect the diverse techniques used in their choreography.
What is a key aspect of Boy Blue’s choreographic approach?
Exploring and abstracting hip-hop movement in a contemporary way
What is the significance of musicality in Boy Blue’s choreography?
Paying particular attention to musicality
What are some ‘signature’ motifs used by Kenrick in his choreography?
Ninja Walk, Ninja Glide, Ninja Static, Chariots of Fire
These motifs are part of the unique movement vocabulary selected by Kenrick.
What was the starting point for the piece created by Kenrick?
The music Til Enda by Olafur Arnalds
What concept does the title of the piece ‘emancipating expressionism’ refer to?
The idea of freeing expression in dance
What role did Boy Blue take on at the Barbican following the success of Pied Piper?
Associate Artist
What was a significant production location for Pied Piper?
Theatre Royal Stratford East
How does Kenrick select movements for his choreography?
By specifically selecting certain movement vocabulary and motifs
Fill in the blank: Boy Blue Entertainment is an award-winning _______ dance company.
hip-hop
True or False: Boy Blue Entertainment was founded in London.
True
What is the starting point for Kenrick’s work?
The importance of being free to express ourselves both as individuals and through the use of hip-hop movement vocabulary
What tool does Kenrick use to create art that affects an audience?
Hip-hop
How does Kenrick want the audience to feel during the performance?
Witnessing and sharing an emotional journey
What does the theme of order and chaos highlight in Kenrick’s work?
The restrictions of an individual style of hip-hop dance
How many dancers are involved in Kenrick’s performance?
17 dancers (8 female / 9 male)
What is the duration of the dance piece?
11 minutes
What are the four sections of Kenrick’s dance based around?
- Genesis
- Growth and struggle
- Connection and flow between people
- Empowerment
What concept is explored in the ‘Genesis’ section?
The start of life and a feeling starts to grow and create from the womb of expressionism
What characterizes the ‘Growth and struggle’ section?
An individual dancer’s expression contrasted by others entering from stage right
What does the ‘Connection and flow between people’ section develop from?
A duet to a full ensemble
What is captured and released in the ‘Empowerment’ section?
Energy with a newfound raw, super human power
Fill in the blank: The ‘Genesis’ section lasts from the start to _______.
2min 12sec
True or False: Kenrick performs key solos in the dance.
True
What formation does the ‘Growth and struggle’ section end in?
A rugby scrum inspired formation
What does the ‘Empowerment’ section contrast?
Individual energy and powerful order of group unison
What quality does the accompaniment in the ‘Empowerment’ section have?
Contrasting lyrical qualities and frenetic percussive elements
What happens at the end of the ‘Empowerment’ section?
The dancers huddle together in unity before a final blackout and bow
What is the original production and arrangement by Michael ‘Mikey J’ Asante associated with?
Boy Blue Entertainment
Who composed the piece ‘November’?
Max Richter
Who composed the piece ‘Til Enda’?
Olafur Arnalds
What type of music transitions occur in the performance?
From urban pieces to modern classical composition to fusion piece
What elements are included in the music’s development?
Powerful drum beats, electronic sounds, urban percussive elements, classical string instrumentation
How does Kenrick ensure movements complement the music?
Writes out counts and uses symbols in his notes
What is the purpose of the costume design?
Represent the company, enhance dancer shapes, create a ‘clean’ look
What do the dancers wear in the performance?
Short-sleeved pastel blue t-shirts, blue denim jeans, grey trainers with white soles
Why does Kenrick want the dancers’ hair tied back?
To ensure facial expressions are clearly visible
What is a prominent feature of the lighting design?
Intense blue colour cast from above the stage
How are individual dancers highlighted in the performance?
Using spotlights from above the stage
What effect does the lighting create on stage?
Moods, moments, highlights transitions, central focus
What is the function of the theatrical fog/smoke?
Creates texture in the air around the dancers
What type of stage is used in the performance?
Proscenium arch stage
True or False: There is a set in the performance.
False
Fill in the blank: The lighting sometimes fades and at other times __________ for dramatic effect.
snaps to black-out
What is the role of lighting in relation to the choreography?
Works with formations and accompaniment
