Workshops

DIG Creative Process

July 8-12
14,10-17,10

DIG invites the chosen ‘Makers’ to explore, question, and clarify specific creative possibilities offered by the unique characteristics of each site-specific location. Each Maker works with a pre-determined number of dancers to develop short choreographic studies developed throughout the week. Regular check-ins with mentors provide a sounding board to pose questions, clarify process and parameters, and deepen their understanding of the what, why, and how, during the creative process.

Several theoretical questions will guide the development process.

  1. Spatial Dynamics: How does the unique spatial configuration of the chosen site influence movement possibilities?

    • What are the spatial relationships between performers, audience, and environment, and how can they be utilized choreographically?

  2. Context:

    • What themes emerge from the site's history, architecture, or cultural significance?

    • How can movement be used to interact with and respond to the site's context?

  3. Audience Engagement:

    • What perspectives or vantage points should be considered?

  4. Environmental Integration:

    • How can natural elements or architectural features of the site be incorporated into the choreography?

  5. Site Analysis:

    • What are the unique characteristics and limitations of the chosen site, and how do they inform choreographic choices taking cultural context and history into account?

    • How can the choreography adapt to changes in the site's conditions or unforeseen obstacles?

  6. Temporal Dynamics:

    • How does the passage of time within the site influence the choreographic experience?

    • How can the choreography interact with temporal elements such as natural light changes or daily activities within the site?

  7. Community Engagement:

    • Can the choreography reflect or engage with the local community surrounding the site?

    • Will the choreographic process involve collaboration with an audience?

These questions and the resulting tools used to answer them will serve as a reference point to reflect, share, question, and guide makers and dancers in personal exploration during DIG.