Not having a title and a concept is the guiding force of this piece where stream of consciousness evokes unexpected desires and motivation. The work is derived and driven by its four inhabitants and follows a kinetic logic supported by eclectic compositions including Bach, Brazilian pop and Mio Morales' deconstructed sounds as well as text created in collaboration with the dancers. The overall effect is a reflection on the collapse of systems and relationships through the exploration of uncertainty, waiting, mischief and creation. By mixing the various influences that inspire her choreography, Regina hopes to create a fresh work which stimulates audiences to think, feel and to question these turbulent times.
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Performed by: Regina Nejman & Company
Dancers: Amy T. Adams, Zachary Denison, Kristin Licata and Regina Nejman
Music: Mio Morales
Lights: Chris Brown
The New York Times called attention to Regina Nejman for her "piquant imagination and visual sense to match." Eventful Magazine described her as "a prolific Brazilian choreographer." Regina grew up in Rio de Janeiro, and is based in New York where she has been creating her own choreography since 1993 and created her company in 1997. Her Company toured twice to Brazil, and she has been presented at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, Joyce SoHo, Symphony Space, New York International Fringe Festival (where she was awarded the 2005 outstanding choreography award), DNA, DTW's Fresh Tracks, Merce Cunningham Studio, and more. She has received support from The Greenwall Foundation, Puffin Foundation, LMCC/ MCAF; Meet the Composer, MFTA; space grants from 92nd St Y, Queens Museum of Art, Abrons Arts Center, Joyce Theater Residency. Regina has received commissions from Princeton University, The Yard, NJCU and most recently Regina received a Mondo Cane Commisssion from Dixon Place, where she premiered ANNETTE. Regina received her BA from SUNY/ Empire State College in 1998. She was as a teaching artist for HAI and was a guest artist at Princeton University, Wesleyan University, and was an adjunct teacher at NJCU; Regina taught master classes at NYU Common Hour Class, Harvard Summer Dance, and La Guardia PA High School. As a dancer, Regina has worked with Donald Byrd/ The Group, Ze’ eva Cohen, Sean Curran, Des Moines Ballet, Bat-Dor Dance Company and others. For more information: http://reginanejmancompany.blogspot.com/
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