Ruining the act explores the ideas of; Survival brain versus the learning brain, suppressed memories and the cathartic relationship between ecstasy and anxiety. Like the fine line chemical juxtaposition of an orgasm and a panic attack, a recognisable build in the body with shockingly different results. How do reflexes affect the dancing body, what is the potential dissonance, and can we still smile and put on a show.
Dancers:
Sibeál Davitt, Millie Daniel Dempsey, Rosie Mullin & Emily Kilkenny Roddy
Choreography Emily Kilkenny Roddy
Videographer Michael Behan “
