Emancipation of Expressionism

Question 1

Who is the choreographer of Boy Blue Entertainment?

Answer 1

Kenrick ‘H2O’ Sandy

Kenrick is also a joint Artistic Director of the company.

Question 2

What is Boy Blue Entertainment known for?

Answer 2

Presenting the perfect marriage of music and dance

The company is acclaimed for its energetic performances.

Question 3

In which year was Boy Blue Entertainment founded?

Answer 3

2002

Question 4

What major event did Boy Blue Entertainment contribute to in 2012?

Answer 4

The Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics

Question 5

What was the title of the segment Kenrick choreographed for the Olympics?

Answer 5

‘Frankie and June say thanks Tim’

Question 6

Which award did the production Pied Piper win?

Answer 6

Laurence Olivier Award for Outstanding Dance Production

Question 7

What are some dance styles included in Boy Blue’s performances?

Answer 7

Hip-hop, krumping, popping, locking, animation, breaking, waacking

These styles reflect the diverse techniques used in their choreography.

Question 8

What is a key aspect of Boy Blue’s choreographic approach?

Answer 8

Exploring and abstracting hip-hop movement in a contemporary way

Question 9

What is the significance of musicality in Boy Blue’s choreography?

Answer 9

Paying particular attention to musicality

Question 10

What are some ‘signature’ motifs used by Kenrick in his choreography?

Answer 10

Ninja Walk, Ninja Glide, Ninja Static, Chariots of Fire

These motifs are part of the unique movement vocabulary selected by Kenrick.

Question 11

What was the starting point for the piece created by Kenrick?

Answer 11

The music Til Enda by Olafur Arnalds

Question 12

What concept does the title of the piece ‘emancipating expressionism’ refer to?

Answer 12

The idea of freeing expression in dance

Question 13

What role did Boy Blue take on at the Barbican following the success of Pied Piper?

Answer 13

Associate Artist

Question 14

What was a significant production location for Pied Piper?

Answer 14

Theatre Royal Stratford East

Question 15

How does Kenrick select movements for his choreography?

Answer 15

By specifically selecting certain movement vocabulary and motifs

Question 16

Fill in the blank: Boy Blue Entertainment is an award-winning _______ dance company.

Answer 16

hip-hop

Question 17

True or False: Boy Blue Entertainment was founded in London.

Answer 17

True

Question 18

What is the starting point for Kenrick’s work?

Answer 18

The importance of being free to express ourselves both as individuals and through the use of hip-hop movement vocabulary

Question 19

What tool does Kenrick use to create art that affects an audience?

Answer 19

Hip-hop

Question 20

How does Kenrick want the audience to feel during the performance?

Answer 20

Witnessing and sharing an emotional journey

Question 21

What does the theme of order and chaos highlight in Kenrick’s work?

Answer 21

The restrictions of an individual style of hip-hop dance

Question 22

How many dancers are involved in Kenrick’s performance?

Answer 22

17 dancers (8 female / 9 male)

Question 23

What is the duration of the dance piece?

Answer 23

11 minutes

Question 24

What are the four sections of Kenrick’s dance based around?

Answer 24

1. Genesis
2. Growth and struggle
3. Connection and flow between people
4. Empowerment

Question 25

What concept is explored in the 'Genesis' section?

Answer 25

The start of life and a feeling starts to grow and create from the womb of expressionism

Question 26

What characterizes the 'Growth and struggle' section?

Answer 26

An individual dancer's expression contrasted by others entering from stage right

Question 27

What does the 'Connection and flow between people' section develop from?

Answer 27

A duet to a full ensemble

Question 28

What is captured and released in the 'Empowerment' section?

Answer 28

Energy with a newfound raw, super human power

Question 29

Fill in the blank: The 'Genesis' section lasts from the start to _______.

Answer 29

2min 12sec

Question 30

True or False: Kenrick performs key solos in the dance.

Answer 30

True

Question 31

What formation does the 'Growth and struggle' section end in?

Answer 31

A rugby scrum inspired formation

Question 32

What does the 'Empowerment' section contrast?

Answer 32

Individual energy and powerful order of group unison

Question 33

What quality does the accompaniment in the 'Empowerment' section have?

Answer 33

Contrasting lyrical qualities and frenetic percussive elements

Question 34

What happens at the end of the 'Empowerment' section?

Answer 34

The dancers huddle together in unity before a final blackout and bow

Question 35

What is the original production and arrangement by Michael 'Mikey J' Asante associated with?

Answer 35

Boy Blue Entertainment

Question 36

Who composed the piece 'November'?

Answer 36

Max Richter

Question 37

Who composed the piece 'Til Enda'?

Answer 37

Olafur Arnalds

Question 38

What type of music transitions occur in the performance?

Answer 38

From urban pieces to modern classical composition to fusion piece

Question 39

What elements are included in the music's development?

Answer 39

Powerful drum beats, electronic sounds, urban percussive elements, classical string instrumentation

Question 40

How does Kenrick ensure movements complement the music?

Answer 40

Writes out counts and uses symbols in his notes

Question 41

What is the purpose of the costume design?

Answer 41

Represent the company, enhance dancer shapes, create a 'clean' look

Question 42

What do the dancers wear in the performance?

Answer 42

Short-sleeved pastel blue t-shirts, blue denim jeans, grey trainers with white soles

Question 43

Why does Kenrick want the dancers' hair tied back?

Answer 43

To ensure facial expressions are clearly visible

Question 44

What is a prominent feature of the lighting design?

Answer 44

Intense blue colour cast from above the stage

Question 45

How are individual dancers highlighted in the performance?

Answer 45

Using spotlights from above the stage

Question 46

What effect does the lighting create on stage?

Answer 46

Moods, moments, highlights transitions, central focus

Question 47

What is the function of the theatrical fog/smoke?

Answer 47

Creates texture in the air around the dancers

Question 48

What type of stage is used in the performance?

Answer 48

Proscenium arch stage

Question 49

True or False: There is a set in the performance.

Answer 49

False

Question 50

Fill in the blank: The lighting sometimes fades and at other times __________ for dramatic effect.

Answer 50

snaps to black-out

Question 51

What is the role of lighting in relation to the choreography?

Answer 51

Works with formations and accompaniment