"I am fascinated by Gil Cortés’ process of transforming memory into choreography, finding the emotion in motion and fusing the two in their shared meaning. This is what she does so well" Nicholas Minns about Here Body in Writing About Dance, 20th January 2016 Full review here
ARTIST STATEMENTThe starting point of my creations is often the need to understand the conflicting ways in which we relate to each other, ourselves and our circumstances.
I use dance as a medium to connect, shake, disturb and show our inner conflicts. With a sense of playfulness, the surreal and absurd in my pieces coexist with a poetic, distorted beauty. Art is communication, and therefore the audience is vital to breathe life and meaning to the work. It is only through recognising our shared experiences of humanity that we can have empathy. And it is only through empathy that we can make the world a better place. Neus Gil Cortés |
Here Body
Photography: Patricio Forrester
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HIGHLIGHTS 2021
NOISE has been selected for Dance Passion 2022, a partnership between BBC Arts and One Dance UK. Find out more
HIGHLIGHTS 2020
March and December 2020 New research In February we had a fantastic time with our R&D on NOISE at Rich Mix and Studio Wayne McGregor. As well as usual dancers Chiara Corbetta and Tommaso Petrolo, we collaborated for the first time with Deaf dancer Chris Fonseca, who brought an invaluable perspective on experiencing sound and vibration to our process. Sound designer Mike Winship was with us in the studio too, devising and proposing ideas in the room. Watch trailer
We gathered again in December to test more ideas and incorporate sound reactive visuals to the piece. We were supported by Ugly Duck and Centre 151 this time and dancer Shelley Eva Haden joined us instead of Chiara. Watch full sharing
The synergy of all involved was truly stunning and we can't wait to get back into the studio to develop it further.
June 2020 New commission Neus was commissioned to create two films for National Centre for Circus Arts. Watch trailer
December 2020 Research to the next level We had the amazing opportunity to have one more search for NOISE, incorporating Augmented Reality and Sound Reactive visuals into the piece. We were joined by Shelley Eva Haden instead of Chiara Corbetta this time. We Live Streamed the piece at the end and we got a special feature at the NYE celebration of Deaf Lens Media. Find out more
We gathered again in December to test more ideas and incorporate sound reactive visuals to the piece. We were supported by Ugly Duck and Centre 151 this time and dancer Shelley Eva Haden joined us instead of Chiara. Watch full sharing
The synergy of all involved was truly stunning and we can't wait to get back into the studio to develop it further.
June 2020 New commission Neus was commissioned to create two films for National Centre for Circus Arts. Watch trailer
December 2020 Research to the next level We had the amazing opportunity to have one more search for NOISE, incorporating Augmented Reality and Sound Reactive visuals into the piece. We were joined by Shelley Eva Haden instead of Chiara Corbetta this time. We Live Streamed the piece at the end and we got a special feature at the NYE celebration of Deaf Lens Media. Find out more
highlights 2019
Spring/Summer 2019 New commission Neus created a full evening piece for the company of Academy of Modern Dance, in Torino, Italy.
Summmer/Autumn 2019 Tour QUIMERA toured in Italy and UK
Summmer/Autumn 2019 Tour QUIMERA toured in Italy and UK
Highlights 2018
In April 2018 Residency Neus travelled to Los Angeles(USA) for a three weeks' residency at Downtown Dance & Movement, invited by the artist Kai Hazelwood for an R&D of Skin (working title).
July 2018 New commission Neus directed 30 circus students for the London Youth Circus Ensemble show at National Centre for Circus Arts
Summer 2018 - New creation QUIMERA is a multidisciplinary piece bringing together circus, dance and theatre artists. Supported by Arts Council England, Jackson's Lane, Dance City and Alacran Group. Find out more
July 2018 New commission Neus directed 30 circus students for the London Youth Circus Ensemble show at National Centre for Circus Arts
Summer 2018 - New creation QUIMERA is a multidisciplinary piece bringing together circus, dance and theatre artists. Supported by Arts Council England, Jackson's Lane, Dance City and Alacran Group. Find out more