“Corpus” has captivated audiences and critics alike with its depth and ability to provoke relevant social reflections. Impressed by the success and impact of the piece, Raz seeks to take it beyond the confines of the museum. Her vision is to awaken it and give it even more life, bringing it to different theatrical spaces such as theaters, alternative venues, and even the streets themselves.
Through the creativity of the Asturian painter (Nicanor Piñole), “Corpus” becomes a dynamic reflection of contemporary realities. Its brushstrokes breathe life into themes deeply resonating in today’s society, inciting reflections and seeding doubts in the minds of viewers. The work, imbued with the very essence of social and human concerns, becomes an agent of change and debate wherever it is presented.
Raz’s vision is for “Corpus,” by breaking free from the traditional confines of the museum, to maintain its magical transformative power. By bursting into new settings, the piece sparks conversations and challenges entrenched perceptions, carrying with it the artist’s voice and the pulse of a society in constant flux. In each theater, alternative venue, or street where it is exhibited, “Corpus” becomes a living witness to the struggles and aspirations of our time, challenging the viewer to look beyond the superficial and delve into the complexities of the world we inhabit.
SYNOPSIS
“Corpus” is an original piece by Dana Raz for the Gijón White Night 2024, bridging two artistic disciplines, painting and dance, drawing inspiration from the work of Nicanor Piñole. Guided by the live music of Alex Aller/Sara Muñiz, specially composed for the occasion, visitors approaching the prestigious gallery hosting the work of the Asturian painter will experience a very special journey.
Alegorical figures from Piñole’s universe come to life in the museum halls to guide us with their movement through various stages of the artist’s creative life. In each stage, bodies – real or artificial – are the common thread that the author uses to express his concerns or obsessions over time.
Dana Raz divides “Corpus” into four stages:
- Flesh and bone. Essence, life, and death.
- Brígida. Piñole’s mother as a symbol of vitality and roots.
- Models. Childhood and the illusion of happiness, political revolution, and dehumanization.
- Corpus. The celebration (of life and death).
ARTISTIC DIRECTION & CHOREOGRAPHY:
Dana Raz
MANAGEMENT AND ARTISTIC ASSISTANT:
Dana Raz
PERFORMERS:
Silvia Bango, Jose Antonio Luque, David Grimaldi y Maria Fagundez.
MUSIC:
Alex Aller / Sara Muñiz
LIGHT DESIGN:
Radio Junior / Txus Plágaro
COSTUME DESIGN:
Luis Antonio Suarez y Marta Perez
SCENOGRAPHY:
Luis Antonio Suárez
DURATION:
45 min
ARTISTIC RESIDENCY:
La Laboral Ciudad de la Cultura
