14. Future Plans
“It was lovely to be part of a project involving such a diverse range of
ages and style of performance.” Participant
‘It was absolutely terrific. It really worked as an exercise in using
humour to cast aside the perceptions of "Older People". I'm sure you
noticed by the audience reaction to the piece that it was a great
success.” Audience member
“Whole experience was fantastic! So glad I did it. It really let us all get
to know each other really well. I feel as if I have made so many new
friends.” Participant
Editor's Notes
What Barrowland Ballet provide:
Two training days for your dance artists, who will go on the deliver the project locally, this would include up-skilling for the specifics of working with older dancers and across generations and learning the dance itself.
Online videos of all the dances.
The choreographic content for the 30 min piece.
The music for the project and the performance.
A costume plan specifying what each participant needs to wear, plus specific costumes for some sections.
The lighting design for the piece.
Permission to screen the film Two for Tea to accompany the live dance performance of Bunty & Doris as a suitable double bill for the piece.
Publicity images and copy for the event
What you provide:
A minimum of two dance artists to deliver the project
Spaces for the workshops to take place
A venue for the performance
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A projector and screen for the film
A lighting technician for the performance day
A sound operator for the performance day
A Stage Manager for the performance day
Project management for the project