MEDIATHEK

I. We have been called to go (2002, 26min.): A shared identity is created when four characters meet in the Israeli circle … The piece examines the myths of the Israeli culture. It uses typical folklore rituals of the Israeli society: Folk dancing, sing-a-long, beacon lighting at the independence celebrations, siren blowing at the Memorial Day, casual mixed-nuts eating etc. These rituals remain the same throughout the years, since the establishment of the state of Israel until today, while the society itself is rapidly and radically changing. This growing gap between form and content creates a surreal feeling and absurd. The choreography originates from the original folk dancing, and mixes it with new and original movement. The circle that is the base for the folk-dances is also the starting point for the piece and the motivation for the events on stage. The sabra plant is a symbol for the native Israeli people, as well as for the Israeli State itself. II. Do & Redo (2004, 17min.): A song was once written about one couple. That couple remained trapped forever in that song. This piece sets the couple free, expanding the view on them and looking forward, aft and sideways in space and time. Commissioned and produced by Noa Dar Dance Group as part of "20,30,40". April, 2004. III. Phantoms (2004, 45min.): Behind a door behind a wall an ordinary family hear it fall Portraying the story of a family and exploreing the discrepancy between the apparent relationships and all that is hiding under the surface. (Quelle: www.renanaraz.com) / jst