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Dancing on the Stars: The Dance Company Complexion Connects Between Worlds Israel today

2022-06-28T07:44:00.553Z


From Bach to David Bowie: The American dance troupe, which works to bring the field into mainstream culture through a combination of classical and modern, has toured the country • In an interview with Israel Today, esteemed choreographer Dwight Roden says: That we are all moving "


In a revised world, the esteemed American choreographer Dwight Roden would have been privileged to present the piece "Star Dust" to the man who inspired it.

The dance show dedicated to the works of David Bowie was planned by Roden before the death of the iconic musician in January 2016. But as Bowie was absent-present at the project, Roden's star dust and his band Complexions became a commemorative show.

A show full of timeless hits and their movement interpretation, in an evening dedicated to the work of someone who long before his death read: "Let's Dance".

"There was an idea to share him in the project, because I was preparing for the show and I was looking for funding for him even before he died. That he would have liked the idea of ​​creating a ballet based on his music.

He liked collaborations, at least with other musicians, so maybe he would have liked to see how his music gets a ballet interpretation. "

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"I have a feeling Bowie would love it,"

Although the movement was no stranger to him, Bowie was not considered a great dancer.


"True. Bowie moved in a rather strange way, almost strange and awkward, but that was his way of moving. He was so special. 'Star Dust' is a love letter to David Bowie, in which I tried to present the range of his music. It was spread over four Decades, and he really tried all kinds of styles: rock 'n' roll, R&B, punk, jazz. I loved all the different personas he had on stage. He was so creative, bold and brave in the way he presented his music. He does not paint a picture of "I love you" but that of other worlds. "

At the time of Bowie gender liquidity was not yet a concept of profit, and is a prominent element that is reflected in the show.


"Without a doubt. The androgynous element of his personality was also a big part of the atmosphere of this piece. There is a moment in ballet that is usually performed by a girl, and in this show a man dances it and vice versa. It always works for both sides. In this respect, come, as always, ahead of his time. "

What do you think he would say about "Star Dust"?


"I have a feeling, and maybe I'm a little pretentious, that he would have loved him. I was inspired by him and his music, and I really listened to the stories he told because in each song he described a different world. Our show is also a roller coaster - the feelings he evokes change all the time, and I think That he would respond to him in a positive way because he too has constantly changed. "

The movement connects

But not only does Bowie gain recognition and commemoration in the show.

The evening in question was actually split in two.

The second part, "Bach 25", is dedicated to the works of Johann Sebastian Bach and his son Carl Philipp Emanuel.

While the connection between the two musical heroes seems rather loose, Rodin actually brings a satisfying connection.

"Bach is his favorite classical composer, and Bowie is someone I always wanted to create for him," he says.

"These are two different works, and when we put them together in the same program we looked at the evening created and really liked the contrast between them: one very physical and the other classic; Bach mathematical and come free, expressive and flowing in terms of his ability to move from talk to talk."

From the show "STAR DUST", Photo: Sharen Bradford

He founded Complexions 28 years ago, as a ensemble of dancers from a variety of countries, styles and ethnic backgrounds.

Long before the popular discourse today on human diversity, Dwight and his partner Desmond Richardson saw the potential inherent in combining the classic with the modern and the universal statement it carries.

For quite a few years now, Dwight has been considered a ballet authority and a celebrated dancer, the kind who makes his elitist field accessible to the mainstream as well.

Whether through his work with the circus "Cirque de Soleil", or whether in the TV show "So You Think You Can Dance".

At the same time, his professional repertoire includes works with names such as Lenny Kravitz, Prince and even Patrick Swayze, with whom he worked towards the latter's participation in the 2003 film "Last Dance".

"Patrick was a dear friend of mine," he says of his relationship with the actor who passed away in 2009.

"He saw my band and wrote to me that he was working on a dance film. We met to talk about it, and it was a few years before he came out. During that time we became good friends. I really miss him. Patrick was a great Hollywood actor, but a dancer at heart."

Lenny Kravitz.

"He was very excited that he was putting on a ballet for his music," Photo: Reuters

What do you remember from your work with Lenny Kravitz and Prince?


"Lenny is such a generous artist. Just recently we created a show called 'Love Rocks', which focuses on his music. On the opening night he called us on a fist while we were on stage, and wished the dancers and all of us a fantastic opening night. Was amazing. I worked with him at very early stages in my career, and was invited to build a choreography for his new show. I do not want to say he was obsessed, but that's the most appropriate word to describe him. "At first I thought it was not a good idea, but then I incorporated it into each of the dances and songs, and it created a kind of second thread that connected all the passages in the evening. He also studied it himself."

Eventually, you did quite a bit to bring the art of dance to the masses, and the field has become much more popular in recent years.


"The approach to the subject online and in reality shows has influenced quite a few people. Many now understand the impact that dance has. Seeing famous dancers has inspired many to go and learn the field more, and all of these have definitely brought dance art to the center. Look at Tiktok - I think most videos "Dance-based name. In the end, you hear music and move your body because there is nothing natural about it. We all move."

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Source: israelhayom

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