SYMBIOSIS

SYMBIOSIS, presented by the Ziomara Hormaetxe Contemporary Dance Company, explores the concept of symbiotic relationships, where individuals coexist and mutually benefit, creating a synergistic effect. Inspired by Lynn Margulis’ work “Symbiotic Planet,” the dance piece delves into the concepts of mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism, providing a movement map for the dancers that emphasizes the mutual need to subsist and benefit, ultimately developing a language that accentuates “physicality.”

For this commissioned project, I propose a scenography characterized by minimalist aesthetics, comprising fields of audiovisual projections and a singular sculptural element that serves as a focal point and enhancer. This sculptural element not only supports the weight of the dancers but also acts as a connecting link within the dance composition. The scenography, thus, emotionally navigates the fusion between two-dimensionality and three-dimensionality, shaping the scene with elements of volume, transparency, and corporeal objectivity. This design approach aims to enrich the visual and thematic experience of the performance.