NOT THE END

Creative residency and presentation work-in-progress

This short residency was the first phase of the bigger research project seeks to delve into the diverse and intricate nature of borders, exploring their manifestations in various dimensions—geopolitical, linguistic, physical, and mental. Through the medium of contemporary dance, I aim to create a performance that transcends traditional boundaries, fostering a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of human experiences.
Two of the key concepts of the research were briefly explored during the residency: a)borders between countries an people: b)skin as a border of the body.
The ideas for the work-in-progress presentation was influenced by the impact of geopolitical borders on human connections and emotional and psychological boundaries that individuals and societies construct. The body of the artist was presented as a canvas to represent the vulnerabilities and protections associated with the skin.

Choreographer, performer, composer Anton OvchinnikovBlack O!Range Dance Productionswith the support of Lithuanian Contemporary Dance Association, Culture Center of the city of Kedainiai
August 21 - 26h, 2023City of Kedainiai, LithuaniaPhotos by Vytaute Vilkelyte