immunity...

possibilities:

1. ...the performance arena as a place where the thoughts, desires, and fears of the deepest recesses of our mind exist freely. this project and process as a venue that allows, welcomes, and nurtures the unacceptable, where the things that we hide are exposed; a safe place to be fucked up.

2. inner monologue: a mind is racing, but that body is still. turn the inside out here in this sanctuary. physically express the inner monologue...

also, a thought on the art of performance: this weekend i saw a lot of dance and i noticed a common theme: the dancers and choreographers were making choices to execute and approach their works, performances, and movements with excess amounts of energy, almost insane amounts. ease, control, concept, and detail were totally lost in a surplus of misdirected and unsupported outbursts of energy, regardless of intention. it brought to light for me the importance of practice, task, and clear intention. we dont have to perform to PROVE anything. we can perform to communicate. and if you are always screaming at me, i will go deaf or tune you out... which ever comes first. just a thought.

the videos below are a series of "inside outs/inner monologue" studies for one. and yes, there is a thunderstorm happening during the first video. lightning and all. it was exciting. and yes, i cant stop listening to older catpower. it is helping me try less and show more.
-rach