Regional dance project embodies success
The dis/assemble dance project in partnership with Murray Arts, SITE Inc and the Regional Academy of Performing Arts, has created a body of contemporary dance works and films by dancers with and without disability.
Embodied, builds on the success of dis/assemble’s 2009 season. Participants worked with professional artists and artistic director/choreographer Tim Podesta to create three short films and three live dance works, performed at the Butter Factory Theatre in Wodonga in October 2010.
Vivien Naimo from Murray Arts said, “Overall the project has been a resounding success. In 2010 the project moved from being a ‘worthy project’ to being the quality artistic product we have strived for.”
New cast members joined the project in 2010, providing new choreographic opportunities and skills.
“Technically, all the dancers have improved, both individually and with their partnering skills. This has also improved the way the group works as an ensemble.”
“Project partners have contributed greatly to the project’s success and everyone involved in the project has felt more confident working within the environment.”
Murray Arts, the producers of the project coordinated the overall project, sourced funding, and kept the budget and project objectives on track.
SITE Inc coordinated all aspects of participation by the dancers with disability, including liaising with parents and carers and ensuring access needs were met at all workshops and rehearsals.
The Regional Academy of Performing Arts (RAPA) provided studio space and engaged professional dancers to participate in the project. A documentary and live performance will be aired on the Aurora Community Channel in late Feburary/early March, date to be advised.
In 2010, funding for this project came from a variety of sources including Arts NSW, Arts Victoria, Regional Arts Fund, Regional Arts NSW and Regional Arts Victoria.
More information about the project is available on the dis/assemble dance project website.