In FUNKIS, Abrahamsen examines themes related to the changes and vanity of the human nature. On the border between symbolics and realism, the performance refects on exposure of the body, encounters with imperfection and the dissociation from weakness. This examination is revealed on stage by two strong dancers, who balance the themes in both thriving and fearless, as well as subtle choreography. Lights, sound and set design are also important components, serving as an extention of the dancers’ inner lives, but also as external barriers.
Dansens Hus Oslo, November 20-23 2014
Choreographer: Masja Abrahamsen
Production director: Grethe Brækkan
Administrative director: Sigrun Drivdal Johnsen
Dancers: Irene Vesterhus Theisen and Anne Lise Pettersen Rønne
Set design: Dordi Strøm
Lighting design: Tobias Leira
Sound design: Petter Wiik
Costume design: Sylvia Denais
Photo, catalogue/performance: Trine + Kim design studio/v Kim Sølve, Antero Hein, Dordi Strøm
Video promo: Hein Creations/ Antero Hein
Video documentation: Ivar Mykland
Supported by: Arts Council Norway, Audio and Visual Fund, Fund For Performing Artists, Dansens Hus.
FUNKIS | Masja Abrahamsen from Antero Hein on Vimeo.
