emancipation of expressionism

• What is the title of the music for Section 4?

  Til Enda
• What is the choreographic intent of the piece?

  An emotional journey
• What does the choreographic approach explore?

  Hip hop movement in a contemporary way
• How does the dance convey its themes to the audience?

  Through movement that reflects the themes
• What dance styles are included in the performance?

  Popping, locking, krumping, animation, waving, breaking
• What is the performance environment for the dance?

  Proscenium arch
• How many dancers are in the performance?

  17 dancers
• What is the gender breakdown of the dancers?

  9 male, 8 female
• What is the costume for the dancers?

  Pale blue T-shirt, stonewashed denim jeans
• Why do some dancers wear their own jewellery?

  To express freedom of expression
• What are the key movement contents in the performance?

  1. Genesis: Lie, reach, contract; Ninja Walk
  2. Growth and Struggle: Robotic walking; Unison krumping
  3. Flow & Connection: Waving duet; Freestyle ensemble
  4. Empowerment: Squat, fists, elbows lift; Chariots of Fire phrase
• What happens at the end of Section 3 in the staging?

  A black backcloth lifts to reveal a white cyclorama
• What lighting is used during Genesis?

  Pale blue circles of light and intense blue wash
• How does lighting contribute to the mood in Growth & Struggle?

  White side-light offstage right creates mystery
• How does the lighting design help structure the dance?

  Different lighting for each section
• What does the watery blue light at the start suggest?

  Beginning of life
• What is the emotional mood created by the black set?

  Intense trapped mood
• What happens to the mood when the backcloth lifts for Section 4?

  The mood lifts to freer and lighter
• How does the empty black space function in the performance?

  It provides a blank canvas for light
• How does the music relate to the theme of an emotional journey?

  Music changes to match the dance structure
• What is the aural setting for Genesis?

  Music in two parts with heartbeat pulse
• What type of music is used in Growth & Struggle?

  A peaceful song with pulsating rhythm
• How do the melodies in Flow & Connection differ?

  Rapid running notes and high-pitched piercing notes
• What is the emotional impact of the music in Empowerment?

  Powerful music matches the dance's energy
• How does the lighting interact with the music during the Ninja Walk?

  Powerful music coincides with bright blue lighting
• What are the key aspects of the costume design?

  • Freedom of expression through personal jewellery
  • Uniformity in costumes shows order
  • Gender-neutral clothing
  • Typical street dance wear: jeans, T-shirt, trainers
  • Blue costumes match blue lighting
• How does the number of dancers affect the performance?

  Allows for large formations and expressions
• What does the 'rugby scrum' formation represent?

  Struggle in the Growth & Struggle section
• How does gender neutrality in costumes contribute to the theme?

  It shows order and unity among dancers
• How does the use of freestyle movement enhance the theme of freedom of expression?

  It showcases individual creativity among dancers