Searching Blue《寻蓝》
Synopsis
If we all had the ability to reach a nirvana-like state of "oneness” with the world, and a sense of being at peace with all that happens, would you be willing to give it a try? Would you have any concerns about relinquishing your sense of self in turn?
Drawing inspiration from the 'Extended Mind Thesis' and Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor’s “My Stroke of Insight”, Searching Blue《寻蓝》 is an attempt at rediscovering and understanding the body’s oft-neglected capabilities of sensing and perceiving as we ponder, and reconstruct, the relationships individuals share with each other and the world.
World Premiere: November 2023, Goodman Arts Centre & Geylang Park Connector, Singapore
Malaysia Premiere: December 2023, COEX, Hin Bus Depot, Penang
Indonesia Tour: December 2023, Institut Seni Budaya Indonesia (ISBI), Bandung; Taman Ismail Marzuki, Jakarta
Credits
Choreography
Kuik Swee Boon
Performers
Fiona Thng, Chang En, Klievert Jon Mendoza, Haruka Leilani Chan, Franky Drousiot
Sound Design, Composition & Performance
Kent Lee
Media/Audience Quotes
"...feels like an optimistic look into the future, as the dancers dash off into the distance, boldly moving together to confront whatever lies ahead.”
— Richard, Bakchormeeboy, Singapore
“The performance transcended into an energy field; it wasn't just one of the scenes anymore. As the energy radiated in all directions, tears welled up in my eyes. This is the power of life—this embodies the innate spirit woven into our very existence!”
— Doris, audience member, Penang (quote translated from Chinese to English)
“A beautiful experience that... made me feel connected to nature, architecture and people... I left the performance feeling my senses awakened. Powerful performance...”
— Rachel, audience member, Singapore
