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1
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What was the choreographic intent of Pheonix?

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Rebirth, past and future, cycle of life and new beginnings

2
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How was body used and how did it communicate the choreographic intent?

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There was animalistic movements that communicate the intent as it shows our primal instincts and our need to crash to be reborn.

3
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How was space used and how did it communicate the choreographic intent?

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In CBD there is a pack formation with predatory dancers pushing human dancers out. This communicates that humanity is being lost and pushed away.

4
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How was dynamics used and how did it communicate the choreographic intent?

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Each scene has a different vibe and feel to it which communicates how we need to adapt to our new beginnings.

5
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How was time used and how did it communicate the choreographic intent?

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In apocalypse there was small movements of unison but mostly not. This communicates the break down in society as it is no longer functioning as a cohesive whole.

6
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How was music used and how did it communicate the choreographic intent?

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Don’t worry be happy shows that everyone copes in different ways.

7
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How was lighting used and how did it communicate the choreographic intent?

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In CBD there was three boxes of white light in a diagonal on stage. Shows the pockets of safety and remaining humanity.

8
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How was set used and how did it communicate the choreographic intent?

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There was a city being built downstage left. Communicated rebirth and rebuilding.

9
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How was props used and how did it communicate the choreographic intent?

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In cocoons they used 4 silks. This referenced rebirth and transformation, evolution and new life.

10
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How was costume used and how did it communicate the choreographic intent?

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In birds they wore blue tunic dresses and tops and pants in a soft medium blue tone. Symbolised tranquility, calmness, wisdom and intelligence of the new era.

11
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Mission statement for STEPs

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They aspire to activate the artist in our dancers and to engage the creative energy of audiences.