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In the Round
Description
Premiered in Spring 2024 DanceBase Scratch Night
In a world governed by perpetual cycles, from the rotation of day and night to the intimate rhythms of our daily lives, circles emerge as profound symbols within our reality. This dance theatre performance delves into the essence of these endless loops, probing whether they represent a confining labyrinth or a path to enlightenment and self-discovery. Drawing inspiration from the ancient wisdom of Pythagoras and the spiritual practices of Tibetan culture, the performance explores the circle’s dual nature as both a symbol of monotonous repetition and a source of infinite knowledge and interconnectedness. Merging dance with voice-over narratives from interviews, and a visually immersive ‘third space’ via video, the piece embarks on exploring the complexities of societal roles and personal transformation. It features two dancers embodying the circular motion, their movements a conversation between tradition and modernity, between inertia and progress, and the constant amidst the ever-changing. This multimedia exploration seeks to bridge cultural divides but also invites audiences to reflect on the circular paths of their own lives, encouraging a deeper understanding of the cycles that define and liberate us.
Role
Director: Yuxi Jiang
Choreographer/dancer: Yuxi Jiang, Luca Vaccari
Videographer: Gunnar Bjercke
Music by: Dip in the Pool
In a world governed by perpetual cycles, from the rotation of day and night to the intimate rhythms of our daily lives, circles emerge as profound symbols within our reality. This dance theatre performance delves into the essence of these endless loops, probing whether they represent a confining labyrinth or a path to enlightenment and self-discovery. Drawing inspiration from the ancient wisdom of Pythagoras and the spiritual practices of Tibetan culture, the performance explores the circle’s dual nature as both a symbol of monotonous repetition and a source of infinite knowledge and interconnectedness. Merging dance with voice-over narratives from interviews, and a visually immersive ‘third space’ via video, the piece embarks on exploring the complexities of societal roles and personal transformation. It features two dancers embodying the circular motion, their movements a conversation between tradition and modernity, between inertia and progress, and the constant amidst the ever-changing. This multimedia exploration seeks to bridge cultural divides but also invites audiences to reflect on the circular paths of their own lives, encouraging a deeper understanding of the cycles that define and liberate us.
