Shadows Flashcards
(16 cards)
Who is the choreographer?
Christopher Bruce
What dance company does the choreographer work at?
Phoenix Dance Theatre
What was the date of the first performance for Shadows?
26th November 2014
What is the dance style in Shadows?
Neo-classical
What is the choreographic approach used in Shadows?
He doesn’t create work before entering the studio
What is the stimulus in Shadows?
Arvo Part’s Fratres
What is the choreographic intention used in Shadows?
The effect politics have on human life
How many dancers are in Shadows?
4, 2 female, 2 male
How long is Shadows?
12 minutes
What is the the structure in Shadows?
Semi-narrative ( uses solo, duet, trio and quartet
What is the aural setting in Shadows?
Arvo Part’s Fratres uses violin, piano and broken chords with no break in the tempo
What do the costumes represent in Shadows?
Worn clothes explore the theme of deprivation and poverty. Simple, muted coloured clothes can also show that theme of poorness
What does the lighting in Shadows represent?
An intimate space that conveys the feeling of a room.
What is the performance environment in Shadows?
End stage
What is the staging/set in Shadows?
A black-box set
What props are used in Shadows?
A table, 4 stools, a clothes rack with coats, hats and shoes on them.
