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The Dana Foundation
A Grant for THE PERFORMANCE LAB
Helping Teachers Teach Performing Arts Using Interactive Technology

Above is a composite image from a site-specific dance work by Gus Solomons jr. Many elements of this work will be familiar to you. Click on the image to see an excerpt — QT (MAC) — or below for PCs.

WMV (PC)

First, there is the location — a very famous one (with a Henry Moore sculpture in the middle). The piece is founded on the fine line "between art & life," as Jennifer Dunning says in her review.

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Where, exactly, does Gus's dance begin & end?
Once you have discovered
the origin of the choreography,
practice transforming these movements yourself.

Gus often creates dance
by trusting to chance.
There is a name for this way of working.
You can find out more by clicking on the link below —


MASTERS OF CHANCE


Interactive Exchange II

Leg Stretch (with passé)
Gus coaches "over" in this exercise.
Take your energy from the sound of his voice.



INTRODUCTION
Leg Circles

DEMONSTRATION
Leg Circles


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What are the Qualities of a Solomons Dancer?
1. Intelligence
2. Coordination
3. Quick on the "Up-Take!"


REVIEW!

 

 
 

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