Performing artists have been exploring methods of production
that acknowledge proximity to the work of other artists, past and present. As artistic methods, reenactment, reconstruction and appropriation raise questions of origin, ownership, legacy and originality, but also power structures within artistic fields and culture in general. The tension this can create is perhaps most evident when forms and practices rooted in specific heritages are used uncritically without acknowledgement or dialogue. Even within what is assumed to be a shared artistic heritage, there are differing views and ways of dealing with existing works, practices and histories. How can we navigate this complex terrain?
This Roundtable & Debate is a companion to the critics’ salon on dance and history at CODA dance festival October 20th in Bærum Kulturhus 17.00 – 18.30. Read more
Guests:
Karmenlara Ely: Professor and Artistic Director of the Acting Program at Østfold University College/Norwegian Theatre Academy. Karmenlara also collaborates internationally on theatre and performance works.
Thomas Prestø: Artistic Director of Tabanka African & Caribbean Peoples Dance Ensemble and creator of the Talawa dance technique. Thomas is currently pursuing a master’s degree in choreography at Oslo National Academy of the Arts – The Academy of Dance.
Mårten Spångberg: Choreographer. Mårten’s interests concern dance as an expanded field, which he approaches through experimental practices and creative processes in a variety of formats and expressions. He is currently an associated artist at Black Box teater.
Solveig Styve Holte: Dance artist with a MA in Choreography from Oslo National Academy of Art (2013-2015). She has also studied at University College of Dance Art (2007-2008) and The Norwegian University College of Dance (2003-2006). Solveig is currently responsible for public and professional programs at Dansens Hus in Oslo.
The conversation will be held in English and moderated by Melanie Fieldseth.