Ausdance WA is funded by the State Government of Western Australia through the Department of Local Government Sport and Cultural Industry.
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Momentum Unveiled
September 11, 2024 - September 15, 2024
An unforgettable celebration of life and dance with 2024 IN.RESIDENCE recipient – Momentum Dance Perth.
This triple bill unveils remastered dance works by WA based choreographers Liz Cornish, Storm Helmore, and Evgenia Plotkin Mikhailov.
LIZ CORNISH presents a solo series celebrating the beauty of wrinkles. Defying societal norms, Liz declares that wrinkles are the map of our rich experiences to be cherished not hidden – a testament to a life filled with laughter, tears, challenges, and triumphs. An empowering performance embracing the beauty within each fold, as wrinkles become a mark of our resilience and authenticity.
Music: live harp
STORM HELMORE has devised a short yet powerful exploration of our unique differences and shared similarities as people and as movers. It celebrates the essence of humanity and movement, all while contemplating the cyclical nature of life that we navigate, endure, and embrace. A beautiful work that resonates with the rhythm of life.
Music: Mother’s Love by The Vernon Spring; Displacement by Rafael Anton Irisarri; and Falling off a Horse by Felix Laband.
EVGENIA PLOTKIN MIKHAILOV presents a captivating work titled ‘Purple Patch.’ A compelling narrative that transcends physical boundaries and invites the audience on a journey of self-discovery. Inspired by the quote – “When one has a heart, place has no significance at all” (Likutei Moharan, Part II, Torah 56:1). It calls on us to embrace mindfulness and the sanctuary within – to unravel the boundless depths of the human heart and redefine the meaning of home.
Music: An Ending, a Beginning and We Move Lightly by Dustin O’Halloran, How extraordinary a life was meant to be by ‘Burgs’ – Mt. Wolf (Official Video).
DATES AND TIMES
Wednesday 11 September 7.30pm (Opening Night)
Thursday 12 September 7.30pm
Friday 13 September 7.30pm (IN.CONVERSATION post-show panel discussion)
Saturday 14 September 2pm & 7.30pm
Sunday 15 September 4pm (Closing Performance)
ABOUT MOMENTUM DANCE PERTH
Welcome to the vibrant world of Momentum Dance Perth – where the rhythm never fades, and age is just a number.
In a society that often sees dance as a fleeting passion of youth, we challenge the norm. At Momentum, we believe that the dance floor is not reserved for the young alone, the music continues long after the age of 30, 40, 60, or even 100!
Imagine a space where the joy of movement transcends age, where your body continues to tell a story, and your imagination knows no bounds. Momentum Dance Perth is a haven for those who seek to defy the conventional timeline of dance. Here, we respect mature dancers, offering opportunities to nurture and expand their movement and performance practice.
Momentum, where the dance continues, and the joy knows no limit.
The community of Ausdance WA acknowledges the Traditional Owners of all Lands and Countries on this continent. We pay particular respect to Elders, Cultural and Community Leaders, and emerging leaders. With this understanding of the country’s First Peoples, we are grateful for our place in learning and serving dance, Arts and Culture in Western Australia.
Always Was. Always Will Be.