tableland 2

spring 1999. A research commission awarded by Chisenhale Dance
Space, part resourced by the Bonnie Bird Award for Choreography, Laban
Centre London. Beginning with a 4 day workshop / retreat with 12 dance
artists in Tycanol woodland, Preseli hills Wales. Sound gathered from
woods, material transported to Chisenhale. Over 4 days an interactive
installation built in space, doors and windows open; sounds of city and
skyline incorporated into work. Open over 2 days, visitors book 15 min
slots and invite a guest, groups of dancers improvise in the space, a
group of children and parents explore. Culminates with 20 min performance
at twilight of last day, black plastic horse left on table.