Thin Paper, Autonomous Synapses, Nomads, Tokyo(ing)
With choreography as poetic as its title, this work evokes deep emotion through attention to detail.
Thin Paper, Autonomous Synapses, Nomads, Tokyo(ing) 薄い紙、自律のシナプス、遊牧民、トーキョー(する) reveals a new sense of space and time - intersecting people, cultures, landscapes, and moments. With choreography as poetic as its title, this work evokes deep emotion through attention to detail.
Dancers: Veronica ChengEn Lyu, Airu Matsuda, Levi Siaosi, Cecilia Wilcox, Jemima Smith, Kota Yamazaki (Japan)
Choreographers: Kota Yamazaki
Sound Design: Jesse Austin-Stewart
Lighting Design: Takeaki Iwashina (Japan), Brynne Tasker-Poland (NZ)
The story of Footnote is the story of contemporary dance in Aotearoa. Footnote New Zealand Dance is a trailblazing contemporary dance company. We are renowned for collaborating with Choreographers to create transformative artistic ventures that captivate and invigorate audiences. Serving as a platform for audacious artistic risks, Footnote fosters an environment where creativity thrives. Annually, the company embarks on expansive journeys across Aotearoa, weaving communities together through performances and workshops. Upholding a rich mosaic of dance artists from diverse backgrounds, Footnote stands as a pillar within the creative landscape of Aotearoa. We are proud advocates for dancers and choreographers. As a Tau iwi organisation, Footnote's dedication to being an excellent Te Tiriti partner underscores our commitment to kotahitanga. We are dedicated to enriching Aotearoa and beyond by amplifying dance as an art form.
With choreography as poetic as its title, this work evokes deep emotion through attention to detail.
Thin Paper, Autonomous Synapses, Nomads, Tokyo(ing) 薄い紙、自律のシナプス、遊牧民、トーキョー(する) reveals a new sense of space and time - intersecting people, cultures, landscapes, and moments. With choreography as poetic as its title, this work evokes deep emotion through attention to detail.
Dancers: Veronica ChengEn Lyu, Airu Matsuda, Levi Siaosi, Cecilia Wilcox, Jemima Smith, Kota Yamazaki (Japan)
Choreographers: Kota Yamazaki
Sound Design: Jesse Austin-Stewart
Lighting Design: Takeaki Iwashina (Japan), Brynne Tasker-Poland (NZ)
The story of Footnote is the story of contemporary dance in Aotearoa. Footnote New Zealand Dance is a trailblazing contemporary dance company. We are renowned for collaborating with Choreographers to create transformative artistic ventures that captivate and invigorate audiences. Serving as a platform for audacious artistic risks, Footnote fosters an environment where creativity thrives. Annually, the company embarks on expansive journeys across Aotearoa, weaving communities together through performances and workshops. Upholding a rich mosaic of dance artists from diverse backgrounds, Footnote stands as a pillar within the creative landscape of Aotearoa. We are proud advocates for dancers and choreographers. As a Tau iwi organisation, Footnote's dedication to being an excellent Te Tiriti partner underscores our commitment to kotahitanga. We are dedicated to enriching Aotearoa and beyond by amplifying dance as an art form.