The Curiosities looks at the architecture of the human body – its intricate structure and evolution – and its physical and emotional complexities.
Photo by Heidrun Lohr
Inspired by the processes of biological development and evolution, The Curiosities evokes the feeling of a surreal natural history museum, where the body is presented as a specimen for scrutiny – homo sapiens, exquisitely adapted but curious at its fringes, fragile and flawed, ever-evolving.
The piece brings together scientists, dancers and media artists, fusing film, animation, lighting and sound to complement the dancers’ bodies. The result is a rich, layered performance which resonates with a broad audience.
“It’s so universal, we all have a body, we all grow old… I’m trying to bring the audience into the work, into the drama that happens within the dance.” Sue Healey
See also: Virtuosi, Variant and As You Take Time
Touring history
- Performance Space, Sydney
29 October - 7 November 2009 - International Festival of Art and Media
Red Brick Warehouse, Yokohama Japan
2009 (excerpts)
The Curiosities has been supported by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body. Its development has also been supported by Critical Path, Performance Space, Queen St Studios and the Creative Practice & Research Unit, School of English, Media & Performing Arts, UNSW.
Sue Healey is supported by Managing and Producing Services (MAPS) NSW, a joint initiative supported by the Australia Council and Arts NSW. MAPS NSW is managed by Performing Lines.
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