Sunday, August 23, 2009

performance: Figure of Speech Six


In this show we introduced the "Maps and Territories" theme, with wisdom stories presented by the inimitable Howard Jerome, who describes himself as "Toronto's Oldest Rapper." With stories ranging from Arthurian to Zen Buddhist, Howard's Brooklynese take on these stories was nicely balanced by the lyrical sounds of Hameed's steel pan and the fluidity of Tom and Lauren dancing in contact improv.

In this piece, the supporting pillar in the stage was used as a third dancer. Perhaps I should have paid it for the work? I'll put the money towards its retirement fund.

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