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Every dance genre has its own unique vocabulary, norms, aesthetics, philosophy, training, and expressive methods. The convergence of these elements forms a dance style, and over time, this style, through refinement and polishing, becomes a classic.
Wouldn't it be fascinating and meaningful to analyze, deconstruct, reassemble, and reinterpret these 'classics' to create something new?
In this course, we will use fundamental/classic Chinese dance vocabulary, body aesthetics, choreographic elements, spatial usage, music selection, and even costumes, props, and color palettes as our starting point. We will question, observe, and deconstruct, dancing beyond the conventional framework. We will whimsically relearn, create, and imbue these elements with contemporary new meanings! Expand your body and mind through continuous exploration and reinvention!
Participants' creative works will be showcased in the final session.
Dancers aged 17 and above with a foundation in Chinese dance training.
Sze-wan NG (Wu Shiyun) graduated from the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, School of Dance, majoring in Modern Dance, and obtained a Higher Diploma (Distinction). She was awarded the Sir Robert Black Trust Fund Scholarship and the HSBC Hong Kong Scholarship to further her studies in 'New Dance' in the Netherlands. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the European Dance Development Centre (EDDC) and has since been active in the dance world as an independent choreographer, dancer, and teacher.
Ng is the founder, artistic director, choreographer, and teacher of the art group "Bau" (http://www.bau.org.hk). She received the "Hong Kong Dance Award" from the Hong Kong Dance Alliance in 2004 for her dance installation performance "Bau III - Touch.Move." She frequently collaborates with various local and international institutions, schools, dance troupes, and other artists. Over many years, she has researched the philosophy and pedagogy of Dance Improvisation and Site-Specific Dance and has been a key creative dancer in numerous Dance Improvisation performances. Ng is particularly sensitive and experienced in Site-Specific and Dance & Installation works. She has a strong interest in experimental art forms and special arts education, seeking more possibilities in life and art beyond the mainstream.
Ng's first solo exhibition "Three Cs" in 2007 was highly praised by dance critics. Her experimental dance video "Shing Mun Bunker" won the "Local Ginger Special Award" at the "Jumping Frames Dance Video Festival 2008." She has lived in Asia, Europe, and Africa, using dance to serve underprivileged and refugee children. Currently residing in France, she regularly organizes dance camps to promote cultural exchange. Her self-choreographed, directed, and performed solo "Il coule encore" last year received great acclaim.
Online Registration Form: https://forms.gle/1gxcX8PNKcQqjLX59
After completing the online form, you will receive an email confirmation with payment instructions.
For inquiries, please contact Ms. Wong via WhatsApp at 66667696.
Organizer: Violet Dance Troupe
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