Calendar
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE AT A GLANCEDCW Weekend at the Hammer
several different programs over two days at the Hammer
SATURDAY June 18, 2011
Hammer Museum
SATURDAY JUNE 18, 2–3:15PM The Last Tightrope Dancer in Armenia Two of Armenia's most celebrated tightrope dancers, both in their late '70s, search for an apprentice to take over this ancient art form, or face having it lost forever. Winner of the Grand Prix of the 19th International Festival of Ethnological Films, along with a dozen awards for Best Documentary and Special Jury Awards throughout Europe. [Dir. Inna Sahakyan and Arman Yeritsyan, 2009 Armenia 72'] |
SATURDAY JUNE 18, 4–5:15PM
Global Screendance 3
Eight short films of screendance from Mexico, Australia, Canada, and the United States, and a live performance relay featuring dancer Louise Lecavalier with choreography by Edouard Locke of La La La Human Steps.
From art historical references to political statements, this program of international short dance films cover everything from Montreal’s night life, an homage to Joseph Cornell’s boxes, some Radiohead, insanely brilliant performers with directors who “get it”, and a video memorial of people from around the world performing the Tank Man Tango on the 20th Anniversary of the protests at Tiananmen Square.
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Slow Dance 2010 Canada 4’ Director: Joe Cobden Choreographer: Joe Cobden A young woman has to literally fight her way through the bar just to meet a guy worth considering. |
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Training Session 2010 Canada 6’ Director: Christian Lalumiere Choreographer: Helene Blackburn A simple training routine becomes a ballet when five athletes play the role of chords in a musical score. |
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Status Quo 2011 Canada 7’ [U.S. Premiere] Director: Kenneth Sherman Choreographer: Amber Barton and Josh Martin An intimate portrait of the empty spaces in a failing relationship. |
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Figment 2010 USA 3’ [West Coast Premiere] Director: Gabrielle Lamb Choreographer: Gabrielle Lamb Inspired by the specific imagery and sense of movement in artist Joseph Cornell’s boxes, |
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Vias de Vuelo (Rails to Fly) 2011 Mexico 10’ [U.S. Premiere] Director: Alfredo Solomon Choreographer: Gilberto Gonzalez Following a contemporary Icarus in search of his own freedom, this film provides a brief, humorous glimpse into the meaning of freedom in human life. |
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The Rose Seller 2010 Canada 8’ Director: Kevin Barnes Choreographer: ProArteDanza When a shabby street vendor's Tango request is declined by a lovely lady, he struggles to rediscover the dance inspiration of his youth. Reclaiming his passion, he returns to the Milonga, where he dazzles one all with his vibrant talent. |
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Vertiges 2009 Canada 4’ [West Coast Premiere] Director: Stephanie Decouteille and Charles Pomerlo Choreographer: Stephanie Decouteille This film depicts the mad rush of modern women––the one who wants everything, who seeks to hold control over her life, and she is breathless and exhausted. |
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Tank Man Tango: A Tiananmen Memorial 2009 Australia 5' [U.S. Premiere] Director. Deborah Kelly and Jane McKerman In 2009, people gathered all around the world to remember the 20th anniversary of the massacre at Tiananmen Square. In 20 cities, the memorial took the form of a dance based on the steps of Tank Man, who defied the tanks and became an icon of resistance to state brutality. |
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A Few Minutes of Lock 2009 Canada 13’ Director: Marlene Millar Choreographer: Edouard Lock In her 19-year career with La La La Human Steps as Édouard Lock’s muse and collaborator, Louise Lecavalier became an icon of Canadian contemporary dance. Now working with her own company, Fou Glorieux, Lecavalier revisits three duets from her final years with La La La Human Steps, alongside dancer Elijah Brown. |
SATURDAY JUNE 18, 6–7:15pm
Director's Talk with Mike Figgis
With Krista Smith, West Coast Editor, Vanity Fair
(Writer/Director/Composer) has roots in experimental theatre and music, which are just two primary influences that contribute to the creative vision in all of his feature films and documentaries. Figgis has emerged as a visionary filmmaker who thrives on taking artistic risks which leaves his audience with a long lasting aesthetic impression and visceral experience. His film Leaving Las Vegas which he wrote, directed and scored was nominated for four Academy Awards including the win for Best Actor by Nicholas Cage. He will talk about how film is different from the performance.
SATURDAY JUNE 18, 8 – 9pm
The Co(te)lette Film [U.S. Premiere]
The Co(te)lette Film / Director Mike Figgis, Choreographer Ann Van den Broeck, Dancers Cecilia Moisio, Judit Ruiz Onandi, Frauke Marien
The Co(te)lette Film is Mike Figgis’ film version of the dance performance “Co(te)lette,” by Dutch choreographer Ann van den Broek and WArd/ward. The dance performance won the Zwaan (Swan) in 2007/2008 – Holland’s most prestigious dance award. “Co(te)lette” is an intimate piece for three female dancers caught in a vicious circle between desire and fulfillment. The dance is a portrait of women, torn between attractiveness, sensuality, lust, carnality, fame, success, reflection, control and stillness. The Co(te)lette Film premiered at the Cinedans Festival 2010 in Amsterdam. (Contains adult content) [Director Mike Figgis, 2010 Belgium / U.K / Netherlands 58']
Followed by Q & A with Director Mike Figgis
Reception to follow for DCW Membership Pass Holders
SUNDAY, JUNE 19, 2011
Hammer Museum
Iconic Figures in Dance: Documentary Series
All West Coast Premieres
SUNDAY JUNE 19, 1–2PM
Claude Bessy: Lignes d'une vie (Traces of a Life)
Q&A with Director Fabrice Herrault and Producer Nan Penman
SUNDAY JUNE 19, 2:15–3:30PM
Never Stand Still
Never Stand Still explores why dance matters to those who make it and those who watch it. The documentary reveals the remarkable story of how an abandoned Massachusetts farm evolved into a focal point for dance throughout the world. Its unlikely purchase by choreographer Ted Shawn during the Great Depression allowed this secluded site in the Berkshires to become the internationally renowned Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival. Through candid conversations with world-class choreographers and dancers, thrilling performances, backstage access and rare archival footage, “Never Stand Still” immerses the viewer in this most ephemeral of art forms, celebrating not only its value to our culture, but also to our lives. Featuring Merce Cunningham, Mark Morris, Paul Taylor, Rasta Thomas (Bad Boys of Dance), Nikolaj Hubbe (Royal Danish Ballet artistic director), Judith Jamison, Gideo Obarzanek of Chunky Move) among others. [Director: Ron Honsa, U.S.A. 2011 74']
Introduction by Director Ron Honsa
SUNDAY JUNE 19, 4–5:15PM
SUTRA
Celebrated Flemish/Moroccan choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui presents a unique, profoundly imagined show inspired by the skill, strength and spirituality of Buddhist monks from the Shaolin Temple of Henan Province in China established 495 AD. Sidi Larbi collaborated closely with Turner Prize winning artist Antony Gormley and Polish composer Szymon Brzoska to explore the philosophy and faith behind the Shaolin tradition, its relationship with Kung-Fu, and its position within a contemporary context. [Director Deborah May, U.K. 2008 71']
“Exceeds even our highest expectations” –The Times
All festival events are FREE and open to the public. Guaranteed seating through special DCW Membership Pass is highly recommended.
