Tracks Dance Company presents a series of short dance works created and performed by local choreographers, artists and dancers. Initially developed through the Tracks Choreographic Program, these works, rich with potential and showcasing a breadth of ideas, make a commitment to the growth of new, independent dance in Darwin. FRESH TRACKS is an opportunity for audiences to experience the physical and conceptual realms being explored within contemporary dance making in our community. This performance also features a special guest appearance by the Grey Panthers, who continue to push the boundaries of choreographic practice for seniors.

Darwin Fringe Festival
Sunday July 17
3pm and 5pm
Brown's Mart Theatre

Fresh Tracks Program

 

Rebirth
Choreographed by Chloé Lauverjon
Performed by Chloé Lauverjon and Cathy Young
Videography by Penelope Paton
Music: La Cité Céleste and Danse Nuptiale by Thierry Gomar & José Barrachina

In this piece both visual projections and dance are used to explore nature and life, linking to our chosen theme of Rebirth.

Something I Forgot
Choreographed by David McMicken
Performed by David McMicken and Darryl Butler
Music composed by David McMicken

There is just over a decade between the dancers, and yet questions of ‘forgettory’ often arise during their conversations. The experience of memory changes as one ages. The dance concerns the difference between what is remembered and what is actually performed in the present moment through a thinking body that also forgets.

Headspace
Choreographed by Natalie Hafsteins in collaboration with Venaska Cheliah
Performed by Natalie Hafsteins and Kelly Beneforti
Music: Mana by Ran Bagno

Headspace reveals the multiple conversations one has with themselves. The movement explores self-talk and how it can impact our physical and mental state. One must recognise and refocus these interactions to reconcile the mind, body and spirit.

You Don’t Own Me
Choreographed by Darryl Butler
Performed by members of the Grey Panthers: Val Hristova, Janine Sutter, Maria Vlastuin, Darryl Butler, Toni Vine-Bromley, Marge Duminski, Pat O’Neill, Judy Markwell, Shirley Somers, Judy McKerr and Ellen Hankin
Music: You Don’t Own Me by Lesley Gore

Dancing to the original Lesley Gore version of "You Don't Own Me", the Grey Panthers set their take on the world. Being fabulous unto themselves, reaching back to their younger roots, and putting it out to their audiences that they were and are going to do it their way long before doing it "My Way" had currency. "I'm free and I love to be free. To live my life the way that I want, to say and do whatever I please."

Intentions
Choreographed by Lizzi Webb
Performed by Kelly Beneforti
Music: LSDS by Ryoji Ikeda

The considered use of descriptive vocabulary in text or spoken word allows an author to create meaning within each sentence or statement, deepening the intended experience for its audience. These experiences are dependent on each individual’s perceptions of what is being said. This piece explores these ideas and how they translate into movement and enhance the experience of a dance audience member. Movement is governed by physiological laws that allow a choreographer to manipulate movement vocabulary, and act as an author in dance. It is up to the choreographer as to what is said and up to the audience member as to what is perceived. The relationship of these two components result in the experience of each witness to the performance.

Thank You: Big thanks to all the Darwin Fringe Festival volunteers, The Grey Panthers, and Mathew McHugh

 

FRESH TRACKS showcases the rich potential of new, independent dance in our community being supported by the Tracks development program. Find out more about other opportunities Tracks offers through its Development Program