Throwback Thursday: Under Dark Skies
Inspired by last week’s NASA/SpaceX launch, you may have spotted a bit of a theme to this week’s Impelo activities! Gazing up at the stars has reminded us of our lovely Under Dark Skies project from a few years ago. Dancers from Senior Momentum and our Youth Dance company joined forces to work with choreographer Joanna Young to make a dance installation that they performed in Cardiff at People Dancing’s International Conference 2014.
The project left its mark on the participants. One of our Seniors said, “When reflecting on the process and performance, I have lovely memories: the enthusiasm of the younger dancers, the commitment of Jo and Filipe, the wonder of the topic, the opportunity to be yourself without worrying about what others think. This all adds up to an amazing experience, which felt ‘out of this world’. It would be lovely to be able to perform it again.”
A youth dancer also shared her thoughts on the project: “Under Dark Skies can only be summed up as a truly incredible opportunity. For many of the participants, including myself, the opportunity to work closely with cameras and sound was once-in-a- lifetime. Unlike most 18 year olds, celebrating their birthday with a night out, I spent my weekend at the Elan Valley Lodge surrounded by people who had so much passion for dance and this project. I do not regret this decision at all. I took away memories I will treasure and was able to take part in something I will not have the chance to do again.”
