"Corps/Objet" boldly confronts the notion of the female body as both objectified and empowering within the realm of dance. This exploration delves into the intricate interplay between the emotional and physical states of performers and their audience, often revealing disparities that challenge conventional perceptions.
Through a nuanced choreographic language, the piece employs techniques such as eye gazing, synchronized breathing, and deliberate use of space and stillness to manipulate the power dynamics between performers and spectators. The choreographer's voice punctuates the performance, marking the passage of time and guiding the journey for both dancers and viewers.
In silence, three dancers traverse a spectrum of states—empowered, abandoned, submissive, and abstract—repeated in a cyclical rhythm that emphasizes continuity and autonomy. The choreography is punctuated by the raw, visceral sounds of corporeal existence: the whisper of skin against the floor, the percussion of heels upon the ground, the gentle cadence of flesh meeting flesh. These auditory motifs serve as poignant reminders of the material nature of the body.
The dancers' bodies are adorned with sculptural costumes, strategically revealing and concealing various aspects, challenging perceptions and prompting introspection. Through this interplay of visibility and concealment, "Corps/Objet" invites audiences to question and reimagine their understanding of the human form, ultimately challenging societal norms and expectations.