Artificial Things Flashcards
(28 cards)
Who choreographed Artificial Things?
Lucy Bennett
What is the dance style of Stopgap Dance Company?
Inclusive contemporary dance
This style emphasizes collaboration among diverse dancers.
What is the date of Stopgap’s first performance of Artificial Things?
5 February 2014
What is the choreographic approach used by Lucy Bennett?
Collaborative approach
Dancers are encouraged to actively contribute through choreographic tasks.
What inspired the embryonic image for Artificial Things?
A snow-covered urban landscape with an isolated figure on a collapsed wheelchair
This image serves as a central motif for the production.
Which artist’s paintings influenced the design and choreographic images in the scenes?
Goran Djurovic
His mysterious paintings contributed to the overall aesthetic of the production.
How has Laura Jones contributed to the choreography?
Her movement in her wheelchair has driven much of the material
This material has been translated by standing dancers David Willdridge and Amy Butler.
What does Stopgap value in its approach to dance?
A pioneering spirit
This reflects their commitment to integrating disabled and non-disabled individuals through dance.
What is the main theme of scene three in Artificial Things?
Characters coming to terms with life’s limitations and individual regrets
The scene symbolizes confinement and the gaze of ‘the other’.
How many dancers are involved in scene three of Artificial Things?
4 dancers (2 male / 2 female)
The scene features a balanced representation of genders.
What is the duration of scene three in Artificial Things?
20 minutes
Describe the structure of scene three in Artificial Things.
Two duets, group unification with wheelchair, trio harmony, David Toole’s solo, and final stillness
The scene progresses from individual to collective movement.
What type of work is involved in the first duet of scene three?
Ground-based contact work involving a dismantled wheelchair
What influences the second duet in scene three?
Improvisation around the idea of inviting touch, leading, and following
What does David Toole’s solo focus on?
Facial expression and physical storytelling
His solo is a tribute to his father.
What song accompanies David Toole’s solo?
‘The Sunshine of Your Smile’
What is the aural setting designed by Andy Higgs meant to convey?
A futuristic atmosphere acknowledging the passage of time and breakdown of old ways
What sound elements are incorporated into the aural setting of scene three?
Cold ambient sound, paper snow, distant rumble, wind, and footsteps through snow
What colors dominate the costumes designed by Anna Jones?
Blue and green
What visual effect do the costumes create during scene three?
Looks as if paint is running from the garments
This references being stuck in one of Djurovic’s paintings.
How does the lighting designed by Chahine Yavrovan change throughout the performance?
Focuses on spots, opens out with a blue wash, and closes down for the final solo
What is the performance environment for Artificial Things?
Proscenium arch
What influences the staging and set design by Anna Jones?
Paintings from the ‘Unknown Secrets’ collection by Goran Djurovic
What visual change occurs in the backdrop from scenes one and two to scene three?
Brightly colored strips are removed to create calmer visuals
This signifies a change of mood.
