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Hypnopompic
Hypnopompic is a new physical theatre production produced and performed by the Israeli-born South African Amit Raz with direction by Craig Leo. Hypnopompic describes the state of semi-consciousness preceding waking. In this physical theatre performance, this state is expressed through a multi-disciplinary performance work using dance and puppetry, taking the audience on a journey through the many layered and magical world of a sleeper's dreams. The piece starts with the performer drifting off to sleep in his bed which becomes an ever-changing landscape. Magical World of DreamsThe set is designed by architect Amir Gazit, and is constructed according to parametric design, using parameters to define various forms that represent the different states of dream and its attendant motifs in the production. Innovative choreographic devices explore universal dream themes of flight and being chased, of eroticism and nightmare. Stylised puppets, created by Amit Raz and Craig Leo emerge from the bed as archetypal visitors to the sleeper. Contemporary dance elements are brought together by choreographer Ananda Fuchs with physical theatre to reveal the sleeper’s confrontation with his deep fears surrounding self-image, power and women. The Play is written and produced by Amit Raz with select dialogue by Brent Meersman. Lighting Design by Craig Leo, Voice over by Faniswa Yisa and Costumes by Amit Raz. The production is sponsored by Masala Dosa Restaurant in Long Street. Performances in Cape TownWhen? From January 17 to 22, 2012 at 20.00h Where? Cape Town: Arena Theatre, Hiddingh Campus, Orange Street How much?R75 at the theatre door, Masala Dosa Restaurant or call 082 320 8199 - Please note that due to content there is a PG18 on this production. - Source: Courtesy of AJ Aupiais.
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