GCSE Shadows

Who is the choreographer for Shadows?

• James Cousins

• Kendrick H20 Sandy

• Wayne McGregor

• Itzik Galili

• Christopher Bruce

How many Dancers perform in Shadows?

• 6

• 5

• 4

• 3

Why do the female dancers wear skirts and dresses?

• To show the family dynamics of a European family in the 1930s.

• To show off their turns.

• To show straight lines and extensions of the legs.

• To show sculpt the body whilst dancing.

What do the male shirts suggest about Shadows?

• The sons untucked shirt could show his innocence and youth, he is vulnerable and angry because he is being sent to war.

• The zips could perhaps echo the streamers thrown at festivals or the straight lines of a carnival parade

• The khaki green colours show how he is grounded and supporting the female dancers.

What is the choreographic intention of Shadows?

• A carnival.

• Grief after losing a long-lost lover.

• Chaos and order.

• Poverty and deprivation.

What are the two stimuli used to create Shadows?

• Til Endra and the importance of being free.

• The female dancer never touching the floor and the female leading the choreography.

• Brazilian culture and way of life.

• Arvo Parts Fratre and the relationship between family members as they face the unknown.

What is the choreographic intention of Shadows?

• A family facing poverty and deprivation as they face the fear of an unseen outside force

• Opening and closing of movement.

• Empowerment.

• Dancing in straightlines.

What props are used in Shadows?

• A suitcase.

• LED Screen showing animated figures walking across.

• A worn looking table, bench, two stools, coat stand and suitcase.

• A worn looking table, bench, and coat stand.