shadows Flashcards
1
Q
who is the choreographer of shadows?
A
Christopher Bruce
2
Q
what is the company for shadows?
A
Phoenix dance theatre
3
Q
what was the date of the first performance of shadows?
A
26th November 2014
4
Q
what is the dance style in shadows?
A
modern dance techniques with a combination of classical and contempory “neoclassical”
5
Q
what was the choreographic approach for shadows?
A
- works with dancers to be influenced by them
- movement must sit well with dancers
- “anxiety of music” influenced dance content
- each family member have a vote and tell their story
6
Q
what is the stimulus of shadows?
A
- arvo part’s features for violin and piano was a starting point
- it “evokes images of European history and tradition steeped in over a thousand years of suffering and human experience”
- exploration of family dynamic as they deal with unseen but ever-present outside force
7
Q
what is the choreographic intent of shadows?
A
- the world of a small family, possibly set in Eastern Europe (left to individual interpretation)
- coming to terms with poverty, deprivation and the realities of what lies outside their intimate family home
- audience can apply their own context
8
Q
how many dancers are there in shadows?
A
4 dancers (2 female/2 male)
9
Q
how long is shadows?
A
12 minutes
10
Q
what is the structure of shadows?
A
- semi-narrative
- solo, duet, trio, quartet
11
Q
what is the performance environment of shadows?
A
end stage
12
Q
what is the aural setting for shadows?
A
- arvo part’s fratres (composed 1977), the version for violin and piano pre recorded for use in performance
- no break in tempo
- broken chords and diatonic scales
- minor key
- integral to the dark, solemn atmosphere of the piece
- correlation between movement and speed and dynamics of music, used to show families emotional reactions
13
Q
what are the costumes in shadows?
A
- designed by Christopher bruce
- clearly gendered, depicting 1930-40s era
- simple shirts, trousers, skirts and dresses as well as large overcoats
- colours are muted an down down to show deprivation and poverty
14
Q
what is the lighting in shadows?
A
- designed by John b read
- uses light to create intimate space on stage , depict feeling of a room.
- indicate what is waiting for the family outside
15
Q
what is the staging/set of shadows?
A
- designed by Christopher bruce
- minimal set within a black box ( bare walls and floor)
- a table, bench, two stools, a coat stand and suitcases
- all worn looking and somewhat drab
