SET DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION, by Francesc Serra Vila
THE STRUCTURE
The structure consists of an assembly of two very common elements: chairs, which come together forming a symmetrical timber structure offering a platform two meters above the ground.
This timber construction has to be attached to a vertical element. In the public space, a tree, a lamp or a column can be such a support. Once fixed, the set is wrapped with plastic film: it covers the structure and it grows like a spider web to reach other points of the surrounding.
The structure consists of an assembly of two very common elements: chairs, which come together forming a symmetrical timber structure offering a platform two meters above the ground.
This timber construction has to be attached to a vertical element. In the public space, a tree, a lamp or a column can be such a support. Once fixed, the set is wrapped with plastic film: it covers the structure and it grows like a spider web to reach other points of the surrounding.
A LIVE STRUCTURE
DAWN/S explores the transformation of a being and how the context influences it. The set is also an exploration of these concepts in two different ways:
- During the performance, the dancer will modify the set: when breaking the plastic skin and getting out of it, the structure will change with no turning back.
- The mutability of the set is also evident every time the structure is placed in a new location. The shape of it and the spatial relationship between audience and action will be different each time. Simultaneously, we may change pedestrian’s perception of a place with this performance. This is a challenge that deeply inspires us.
DAWN/S explores the transformation of a being and how the context influences it. The set is also an exploration of these concepts in two different ways:
- During the performance, the dancer will modify the set: when breaking the plastic skin and getting out of it, the structure will change with no turning back.
- The mutability of the set is also evident every time the structure is placed in a new location. The shape of it and the spatial relationship between audience and action will be different each time. Simultaneously, we may change pedestrian’s perception of a place with this performance. This is a challenge that deeply inspires us.
AN EVOLVING PROJECT
Since DAWN/S was presented at WMC in February 2013 and especially after being selected for WSD2013, we have always wanted to developed this project further. Structure-wise, we are currently concentrated on the skin: we think it is very important to emphasize the moment when the being gets inside the structure before transforming. This is the last proposition, which may suggest the dawn itself: this changing part of the day that welcomes, each time, new possibilities. |
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Music: The cinematic orchestra
Edited: Francesc Serra Vila |
Music: Bonobo
Edited: Francesc Serra Vila |
About Francesc
Architect from Barcelona. Since completing his diploma in 2009, he combines his work with theatre (Gran Teatre del Liceu – Barcelona, La Monnaie – Brussels, and Cardiff Theatrical Services) with personal projects that involve set design, performance and the city. He is been recently awarded with the first prize in the competition UPLOAD KLASSIEK in Amsterdam. He has also been selected to be part of Yr Odyn Extended Emerging Artist Scheme, at Volcano Theatre.
“DAWN/S is a great opportunity to foreground my research interests in a collaborative and enriching environment." |