what did the fire burn - R&d
Akshay Sharma
What happens in the moments after the apocalypse? To be confronted with hopelessness, to be met with strong forces, to be in relation to the natural order of the world. Let us bring a community of people together in which we can celebrate them and their world…
The work uses movement, Indian classical song and sound to create a choreographic landscape of rituals, celebration, intimacy and resistance that brings to life the text “What Did The Fire Burn?” – a piece of prose written by Akshay Sharma.
Creative team:
Direction, Choreography and Writing : Akshay Sharma
Dancers: Divija Melally, Jaina Modasia, Vidya Patel, Imogen Alvares, Mithun Gill
Vocals : Akshay Sharma and the dancers
Dramaturge: Eva Martinez
Producer: Louisa Borg Costanzi Potts
Composer : Ben Chatwin
Lighting design : Ali Hunter
Rehearsal direction: Rachel Lopez De la Nieta, Stephanie McMann
Vocal Coach : Barnaby Wynter
Production Manager: Sam Evans
Work in progress sharing:
Artsadmin studios, London
Photos: Camilla Greenwell