Independant Contemp Dance Scene: Characteristics Flashcards
1
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Staging
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New Forms
Non theatrical, Site specific, public spaces
Constituent features just as important as choreo, integrating it in with movement
2
Q
Aural Setting
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No single trend
Silence correlation, no correlation
mix of styles e.g electrical and orchestral
3
Q
Alternative Approaches to movement & choreo
A
Fusion of styles
Eclectic mix of dancers
Physical theatre movement sources
4
Q
Crossover with other art forms
A
Acting Song Love music Media & Film Tech Physical Theatre
5
Q
Collaboration
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Between choreos, visual artists, designers, composers
6
Q
Politics
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Works that comment on current social and political issues, seek to challenge audience
7
Q
Embracing cultural similarities and differences
A
heritage, identify & diversify through movement vocabulary and thematic exploration
