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The Animal Corridor
About Animal Corridor:
At a time when we were proclaiming the future as female, we were rocked to our core by the state of today. What role does gender play in our society now and in the future?
Gender is a complex, social construction that resembles a chaotic storm. In The Animal Corridor, the "storm" is represented through the crescendo of movement and sound that intentionally disorientates the audience.
The Animal Corridor is inspired by female icons Janis Joplin, prize fighter Ronda Rousey; and T.V. sportscasters. This darkly humorous, post-apocalyptic world is devised to smash open expectations as we move towards a new gender utopia.
One of the things we, as a company, strive to do is to exploit our own weaknesses---in this case, our own struggles with gender identity and stereotypes. We flaunt our faults in a way that makes everyone feel embraced but slightly uncomfortable. In an oil slick of stylistically diverse movements, four performers show off and exaggerate emotions revealing personal histories. I wanted to create a work that brought the audience into the eye of the storm, through a personal relationship with each of the performers. I wanted to deliver the message that it is okay to disengage from gender
*This performance contains adult content and nudity*
Generous support provided by the Minnesota State Arts Board, Fidelity Charitable / James K Spriggs Foundation, Purdue University. Workshopped while in residency at the Tofte Lake Center, MN, and Purdue University.
About April Sellers Dance Collective:
Formed by April Sellers in 2000, the April Sellers Dance Collective (ASDC) is nationally recognized for their gender-bending, feminist-infused performances. Led by Sellers choreography and fueled by community participation, the ASDCs work has long explored sexual identity (Jousting, 2014 and In Her Place, 2000), queer feminism (Big Baby, 2014 and Double Drag, 2015), and the vulnerability of the body (The V Project, 2007). ASDC celebrates complex expressions of gender and identity in their highly crafted performances.
Where: Green Street Studios
When: Sunday, March 25
Tickets: Available soon through Green Street Studios
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LocationGreen Street Studios (View)
185 Green St.
Cambridge, MA 02139
United States
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| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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