Observation 6: Local-Motion

Ok, so I was able to see the performance Local-Motion: A Black History Month Celebration of South Florida Dance at Nova on February 27. Special guests included Elena Garcia, Jubilee Dance Theatre, Brazz Dance Theatre, Clarence Brooks, and Live in Color Dance Collective. It was a short, sweet performance. Although I did not like all of the performances, there were some amazing dancers that did perform. My favorite piece was called "Kayala", which was choreographed by Augusto Soledade and danced by Christane Silva and Liony Garcia from Brazz Dance Theatre. The reason I loved this piece so much was because it was so different than anything I had seen before. It was modern dance, but had very wild movement that seemed effortless to the dancers. If I am able to see movement performed that seems effortless than I know that the dancers are professionals. Because their movement seemed effortless does not mean that it was weak, but actually very strong action was made. I just could not take my eyes off of the movement. When I think about the action that is taken by professional dancers, I wonder how is it so possible? Body awareness must be so extremely important, because if tension is created and held in the body, then the body will not be able to move so freely. Also, lots of experience and practice, of course, is necessary. I really was glad to see that, learn from that, and experience that. It was really a joy to me. Talk to you soon!!

~AMY~