Monthly Archives: August 2011

1 Aug, 2011

dance/theater? dance and theater? theater with dance?

2011-08-01T12:02:41-07:00By |Categories: CounterPULSE, Summer Special 2011|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

We've been working on A Mix Tape For Ophelia for about a year now, and from the beginning i knew it would be a combination of dance and theater. but no only has it been an interesting struggle to figure out what that means, where on the spectrum of performance arts we fall, it has been a process to work together, people with theater backgrounds, MFA dancers, performance makers... and as the lead artist, it has been imporant for me

8 Aug, 2011

thats depressing…

2011-08-08T13:05:29-07:00By |Categories: CounterPULSE|Tags: , , |

Why did I decide to do a play about depression? It’s a question I’m being asked a lot, mostly by myself, as we try to “sell” A Mix Tape For Ophelia. Depression is not an easy sell, and doesn’t sound nearly as exciting as becoming a drag queen or exploring interconnectedness. But maybe the hard sell is part of the reason I’ve been so excited to do this show- it’s a topic we’re not really talking about. I mean, I’m

10 Aug, 2011

Reception

2011-08-10T10:21:09-07:00By |Categories: CounterPULSE|

Reception is a piece for four men, choreographed by Tessa Wills. It melts together diverse choreographic interests, such as the patterns of birds flocking, stylistic references to the Baroque, and modern dance into a bubble that holds these men in unusual intimacy. The piece strives to strip and reveal the inherent humanity of the performers through revelation of their bodily functions, and a charged gaze. This is part of a body of work I am producing investigating "punctum," the piercing

18 Aug, 2011

Getting started on MASTERWORK

2016-03-18T21:38:45-07:00By |Categories: CounterPULSE|Tags: , , |

From Keith Johnstone's Impro: "A sacrifice has to be endowed with a higher status or the magic doesn't work" "It's easy to play the role of artist, but actually to create something means going against one's education." Desmond Morris, The Human Zoo 10 Rules for #1-s 1. You must clearly display the trappings postures and gestures of dominance. 2. In moments of active rivalry you must threaten your subordinates agressively. 3. In moments of physical challenge you must be able

19 Aug, 2011

sorry i havent been blogging…

2011-08-19T00:10:44-07:00By |Categories: CounterPULSE|

but we've been having a lot of rehearsals. peek! i hope you can make it to the show. its been really exciting seeing everything come together, the beautiful touches of lights and costumes, and the added layer of the video is really exciting for me. but now i should take care of myself, and go to bed. love, matisse

20 Aug, 2011

“Reflections” – Art, Visibility, and “This Movement”

2016-03-18T21:46:48-07:00By |Categories: Artists in Residence, CounterPULSE, Lenora Lee|

I am a dancer, choreographer, and the artistic director of Lenora Lee Dance. For the last few years I’ve been developing large scale interdisciplinary works that are deeply rooted in the stories of the Asian American experience, performed and supported by the artistic and cultural communities I’ve had the honor to be a part of here in San Francisco. What is manifesting is greater in depth, artistry, commitment, and beauty than anything I could have ever envisioned. Growing up I

26 Aug, 2011

A little teaser just for you – POv.3 Premieres in 2 weeks!

2016-03-18T22:06:21-07:00By |Categories: Artists in Residence, CounterPULSE, FACT/SF, Video|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |

Hello my friends!  In 2 short weeks FACT/SF opens it's fourth season with Pretonically Oriented v.3.  We are THRILLED to bring this new (and super awesome) work your way.  I know you'll be there to see it...because you're rad and cool like that.  I made a short little video to hold you over until opening night.  In the meantime, buy a ticket. See you soon my lovelies, ~Charles http://youtu.be/gjUcwQ_NtL8

29 Aug, 2011

Masterwork entry 2

2016-03-18T21:38:31-07:00By |Categories: Artists in Residence, CounterPULSE|Tags: , , , |

Anne Bogart says, in Now You Act "There is really no need to come up with anything new. Redescribing what you have inherited will engender all the novelty and originality you crave." "In trying we attempt a miracle." "If the motivation for action does not transcend the desire for fame and success the quality of the results will be inferior." "To signal in the face of the ephemeral is an act of heroism." A letter from the artist Mica Sigourney

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