Free Movement Workshop with H.T. Chen & Dancers
Company:
H.T. Chen & Dancers
FREE MOVEMENT WORKSHOP WITH H.T. CHEN & DANCERS
Saturday Jan 25th 2025, 4-5pm
La MaMa Studios, 47 Great Jones Street
Explore the innovative artistry of H.T. Chen in a workshop that bridges Chinese movement arts and American modern dance.
Dive into Chen’s unique choreographic style, which masterfully blends traditional Chinese dance, martial arts, and Peking opera with the expressive techniques of modern dance.
Through this immersive experience, you’ll discover the elegance and storytelling of Chinese dance, characterized by fluid gestures and intricate transitions. Combine these with the grounded movements and emotional intensity of modern dance to create dynamic and visually compelling choreography. Learn how Chen’s works explored themes of immigration, cultural identity, and resilience, drawing on his ability to merge the narrative clarity of Eastern traditions with the abstract expressiveness of Western styles.
Participants will also gain insights into Chen’s innovative choreographic structures that highlight the interplay between cultures. You’ll explore shifts in rhythm, energy, and spatial design which can enhance storytelling.
Perfect for dancers eager to bridge tradition and modernity, this workshop is your gateway to honoring heritage while pushing creative boundaries.
Led by Dian Dong with members of H.T. Chen & Dancers and accompanied by Wayland Quintero.
