koreografska fantazija br. 1: gray noise

koreografska fantazija no. 1: gray noise explores choreography as an expanded field of dance histories and how they appear as bodily memories. The piece’s distinctively radical quality is enhanced by the sound concept it employs. The soundscape of low and high frequencies, along with grey noises, generates a hybrid environment that fluctuates between what is seen and heard. This diffuses, separates, and complexifies perception that drifts in perpetual loops. The work was honored with the prestigious Croatian Theatre Award for Outstanding Choreographic Achievement, as well as the Choreographic Achievement of the Year Award from the Croatian Association of Dance Artists.

koreografska fantazija no. 1: gray noise was developed and premiered at the Art Pavilion in Zagreb. Art Pavilion is one of the oldest galleries in Southeast Europe, built in 1897 in art-nouveau style. Throughout its history, the gallery presented artists ranging from the Earth Group Collective to George Grosz, Henry Moore, and Auguste Rodin, to Andy Warhol, Mimmo Rotella, Joan Miró, Alberto Giacometti, and many others. It underwent renovation for an extended period, which was finalized in 2013. In 2020, the Pavilion suffered damage from a strong earthquake. As of 2021, it continues to remain closed to visitors.

 

Duration: 55 minutes / Author, Choreography, Concept: Marjana Krajač / Dancers: Lana Hosni, Irena Mikec, Nika Lilek/Mia Zalukar, Katarina Rilović, Irena Tomašić / Collaboration: Hrvoje Hiršl / Costume Design: Ogi Antunac / Sound Concept: Marjana Krajač / Sound Technicals: Miroslav Piškulić / Technical Director: Duško Richtermoc / Technical Assistance: Leonardo Krakić / Graphic Design: Valentina Toth / Communication: Anita Klapan / Production: Sodaberg koreografski laboratorij. Realized with the support of Ministry of Culture of Republic Croatia and City Office for Culture Zagreb. Created with the support of Art Pavilion in Zagreb, Croatian Institute for Movement and Dance, and Zagreb Dance Center. / Premiere: November 21, 2013 in Art Pavilion in Zagreb. / The work was awarded with the Croatian Theatre Award for Outstanding Choreographic Achievement and the Annual Award of the Croatian Dance Artists Association for the Choreography of the Year (2014). / program notes pdf