Unpredictable Things
Unpredictable Things is an outgrowth of my ongoing movement investigation with the hula hoop. When I began this research I was attracted to the mesmeric quality of the hoop but also hoop-as-limitation, a barrier, a demanding object. The aim is not to dominate the hoop but rather to stay present to the constant negotiation.
This videodance was shot with a continuous take and is designed for event screenings or to be played on a loop for a gallery setting.
Director and Choreographer: Gabrielle Revlock
Cinematographer and Editor: Jorge Cousineau
Performers: Louisa Arnold, Abby Chirico, Holly Edwards, Ava Pizzi, Christina Strobel, Kaleigh Stuart
Music: “Pithoprakta” by Iannis Xenakis; “Klokken” by Francisco Lopez; "Propagating Flip Flops” by Acid Pauli; Additional sounds and sound mixing by Jorge Cousineau
Costumes: Alison Roberts
Props: Chris Totora
This film was commissioned by Drexel University Westphal College of Media, Drexel Dance Ensemble via the Ellen Forman Memorial Award.