Real life situations and people in a bookstore are used and developed into dance. Set in an art gallery, this piece takes its inspiration from different gallery rooms and the characters within it. We look closely at how we observe, and judge work. Large brightly coloured shapes are used as stepping stones, objects to hide behind and stand on - childlike and deliberately abstract in parts contrasts with pedestrian movements and gestures . Our Further education courses have proven a key part in the development of creativity amongst students.
Ascendance aim to stimulate and inspire students to choreograph with advanced thought and intention.
Ascendance can offer tailor-made packages to suit the needs of your college. Where possible Ascendance try to work with students in site-specific spaces to fully understand the context of our work. Tec Ascendance A-Level Dance workshops aim to tackle some of the key elements on the dance curriculum in an inventive and challenging courses. Simple yet effective devices are used to develop choreographic ideas, including use of motifs and gestures. We look at the intention behind the movement and ways in which we convey emotion and feeling.