Performers: Shelley Eva Haden, Chris Fonseca, Tommaso Petrolo
Live-stream sharing Dec 2020
Live-stream sharing Dec 2020
noise
"Through melding the AR tech and soundtrack together with the performers’ insights (many of whom are d/Deaf themselves), the show pushes the boundaries of what ‘noise’ is. The power of this approach is shocking. Given more time to polish and compound these pieces, Noise could be seismic.
Really, the whole event can be seen as a proof-of-concept: proof that blurring between dance and technology has captivating consequences; proof that art can be both thematically successful and innately inclusive; proof that the concept of ‘noise’ is far vaster than a viewer may initially imagine. Above all else, Noise is a striking and overwhelming first step – be on the look out for the next one."
Samuel Nicholls, A Younger Theatre Read the full review here
“It was an immersive experience, where I had to connect with all my senses. I observed very deep human interactions and connections in an instinctive way, but also in an abstract form.” Audience member at the sharing at Studio Wayne McGregor, March 2020
A deep dive into the felt sensation of noise through dance, vibrating soundscapes and sound reactive visuals.
In this online experience we see a trio of Deaf and hearing dancers inviting us to witness the complexity of their own relationship to noise. These are quirky but relatable characters that experience isolation and connection, moments of catharsis and of introspection, while undergoing a journey of self-discovery. The scenes are inspired by real life experiences around the struggle to communicate as people who don't conform to the traditional stereotypes set up by heteronormativity and ableism.
Designed to offer paths for both hearing and d/Deaf audiences, NOISE is a multi-sensorial experience that invites the viewer to surrender to the overwhelming and exhilarating effects of noise beyond hearing, as stimuli that dominates all of our perceptual apparatus, from which distance is not an option. It is a visceral, trippy piece that makes apparent the fragility of our grip on reality, but also gives the opportunity of embracing the intensity of the physical and emotional experience to make us feel alive and invigorated.
We are delighted to be collaborating with Remark! Community to meaningfully engage with d/Deaf audiences.
This project is generously supported by Arts Council National Lottery Grants. The next stage of the project is commissioned by The Place and Dance East. Special thanks to Ugly Duck, Studio Wayne McGregor, Rich Mix and Centre 151 for their support of the different R&D of the project.
The work is suitable for 8yrs + // There are no adult themes or language.
TEAM:
Direction: Neus Gil Cortés
Piece devised and choreographed in collaboration with the performers:
Chris Fonseca, Shelley Eva Haden, Tommaso Petrolo
(Chiara Corbetta joined us for the first R&D)
Sound Design: Mike Winship
Multimedia Designer 2021: Ben Glover
Multimedia Designer (Video & Lighting)2020: Henrique Ghersi
Set Designer: Raphae Memon
Touch Designer programmer: Louis D’Aboville
Light programming and technician: Adam Hodgson
Camera: Romain Piotrowski
Coach and dramaturgical consultant: Eva Martinez
Live Stream by B/Side Live, Rob Hall
Producer: Treacle Holasz
Interpreters: Anna Kitson, Louise Mitcham, Jade Odle
Social Media Content Curator: Shelley Eva Haden
Social Media and Outreach Consultant: Def Lens Media
Direction: Neus Gil Cortés
Piece devised and choreographed in collaboration with the performers:
Chris Fonseca, Shelley Eva Haden, Tommaso Petrolo
(Chiara Corbetta joined us for the first R&D)
Sound Design: Mike Winship
Multimedia Designer 2021: Ben Glover
Multimedia Designer (Video & Lighting)2020: Henrique Ghersi
Set Designer: Raphae Memon
Touch Designer programmer: Louis D’Aboville
Light programming and technician: Adam Hodgson
Camera: Romain Piotrowski
Coach and dramaturgical consultant: Eva Martinez
Live Stream by B/Side Live, Rob Hall
Producer: Treacle Holasz
Interpreters: Anna Kitson, Louise Mitcham, Jade Odle
Social Media Content Curator: Shelley Eva Haden
Social Media and Outreach Consultant: Def Lens Media
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