Discuss the use, or absence, of Body Language in this dance by identifying specific moments where Gesture, Posture, and Energy are apparent.
Describe the use of “Space” in this dance. Identify one element of Space that you believe to be the most important (Shape and Line, Direction, Stage Placement, etc.) and discuss WHY this stands out and HOW it creates meaning.
Describe the use of “Time” in this dance. Identify one element of Time that you believe to be the most important (Speed, Tempo, Stillness, etc.) and discuss WHY this stands out and HOW it creates meaning.
At the end of the lecture, you were asked to view the video The Architecture of Loss, by Stephen Petronio. He discusses his process of choosing contextual elements in detail, and it helps to further the audience’s understanding of the meaning behind the work. Can you identify some contextual elements used in Yield and discuss their importance? (Contextual elements: lighting, costuming, set design, props, music, etc.)
In your opinion, what is the meaning of this dance? What was the choreographer trying to say? Did any of the elements discussed above (Body Language, Space, Time, Contextual Elements) help you to further understand the choreographers intent?
