Dances Like A Bomb

by Junk Ensemble (Ireland)
17:00 – Teatro Comunale Giuseppe Verdi Gorizia

Celebrating the strength of mature bodies and challenging the cult of youth, Dances Like A Bomb is a reclaiming of the ageing body created by Junk Ensemble. The performers are heroic, vulnerable, comedic, and completely themselves in the work. They care fiercely for each other and defend their independence. As they hold each other up and push each other down, the ‘performance’ of age is unpacked as a reminder of ourselves: our worst and our best. A powerful, uplifting duet exploring ageing and care, blending visceral imagery and music.

Biography:

Junk Ensemble was founded by identical twin sisters Megan and Jessica Kennedy. The company is committed to engaging diverse audiences through the creation of brave, imaginative and accessible work that sheds light on important human issues. Current Associate Artists at Project Arts Centre & previous Artists-in-Residence at The Tate, Junk Ensemble is a multi-award winning company that has built a reputation as one of Ireland’s leading voices in dance. Junk Ensemble frequently collaborates with artists from other disciplines to produce a mix of visual and performance styles that challenge the traditional audience/performer relationship.

Notes:

This piece exists as a 60 minute version
Finola Cronin will take part in the talk.

Contact:

Megan Kennedy and Jessica Kennedy – Co-Artistic Directors
megan@junkensemble.com, jessica@junkensemble.com
Instagram: @junkensemble
junkensemble.com

Credits:

Concept and Direction: Jessica Kennedy and Megan Kennedy
Choreography: Jessica & Megan Kennedy in collaboration with the cast
Performers: Finola Cronin and Luc Dunberry
Set Design: Sabine Dargent
Music: Denis Clohessy
Lighting: Stephen Dodd
Costume: Saileóg O’Halloran
Text: Finola Cronin and Mikel Murfi
Stage Manager: Marella Boschi
Production Manager: Simon Bird

Pictures: Luca Truffarelli and Ted Jones

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