Gibney Company presents two world premieres by American choreographers Lucinda Childs and Peter Chu, demonstrating the breadth and depth of this New York City-based company and the eclectic nature of its repertory choices.
Choreographer Lucinda Childs is celebrated for her distinctive style that elevates subtle gestures into captivating choreography. Set to John Cage’s 1945 composition Three Dances for Two Prepared Pianos, her new work for Gibney Company will spring from the influence of Cage on her process, the way she was “challenged to step outside the realm of personal choice and to plunge into the world of chance methodology” during her Judson days some 60 years ago. Peter Chu's creative process is holistic and mindful, incorporating qi gong and taiji principles to enhance movement quality and imagery. For Gibney Company's new work, Chu guides dancers to connect with their environment, surrendering to the intangible, and letting their inner sensations direct their movements. A captivating soundscape immerses the audience in a space where pulse and rhythm intertwine.
