Performer: Shelley Eva Haden
Camera: Dan Martin

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)
BSL actress: Aimee Campbell-Nottage

Sound Design: Mike Winship
Multimedia Designer 2021: Ben Glover
Multimedia Designer (Video & Lighting)2020: Henrique Ghersi 
Consulting Film Director: Ted Evans
Camera and editor: Dan Martin 
Gaffer and Assistant Camera: Sam Ferguson ​
Text of sound description: Ruth Montgomery
First scene song: ‘Vivaldi : il Giustino, "Vedrò con mio diletto"’ 
performed by Jakub Józef Orliński
Licensed courtesy of Warner Music UK Ltd.
Light designer: Joshie Harriette
Assistant light designer: Matt Carnazza
Costume designer: Emily May- Sions
Technical design of set and build Nich Galzin and Patricio Forrester 
Set dressing: Raphae Memon 

Dramaturg/mentor: Eva Martinez
BSL consultant: Brian Duffy

Producer: Treacle Holasz
Assistant producer: Maria Guy, TREACLE MAKES
Film production manager: Anna Clifford 
Social media intern: Mirabelle Haddon
Photographer and graphic designer: Rocio Chacon


Interpreters:
Anna Kitson
Louise Mitcham
Harri McKenzie
Sandy Deo
Jade Odle
Amy Astley

Commissioned by  
Dance Passion- BBC Arts and One Dance UK 
The Place 
Dance East

Funded by  
Arts Council England
Sponsored by  
Alacran Group