Botis Seva | Far From The Norm

BLKDOG

2024-10-23 19:30 2024-10-24 20:40 60 Canada/Eastern 🎟 NAC: Botis Seva | Far From The Norm

https://nac-cna.ca/en/event/36043

In-person event

Trigger/content warnings: Abstract depiction of depression, of sexualized and physical violence; loud music and haze. BLKDOG, a poignant hip hop dance theatre production, encourages us to be tamers of our memories and our personal and collective trauma in an ultimate quest for acceptance and peace. Both of-the-moment and timeless, the work transcends cultural barriers to inspire universal dialogue.  BLKDOG is the first hip hop show ever to win the prestigious Olivier Award. Its resonance...

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Babs Asper Theatre,1 Elgin Street,Ottawa,Canada
October 23 - 24, 2024
October 23 - 24, 2024
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A group of performers in hoodies stand around a figure lying on the stage, under dim blue lighting, evoking a somber mood.
BLKDOG © Camilla Greenwell
BLKDOG © Camilla Greenwell
BLKDOG © Camilla Greenwell
BLKDOG © Camilla Greenwell
BLKDOG © Camilla Greenwell
Dance Contemporary
A group of performers in hoodies stand around a figure lying on the stage, under dim blue lighting, evoking a somber mood.
BLKDOG © Camilla Greenwell
BLKDOG © Camilla Greenwell
BLKDOG © Camilla Greenwell
BLKDOG © Camilla Greenwell
BLKDOG © Camilla Greenwell
“Vital and gripping, BLKDOG is Botis Seva’s Olivier Award winning Hip-Hop dance theatre production.” Far From The Norm
  • In-person event
  • ≈ 65 minutes · No intermission

Trigger/content warnings: Abstract depiction of depression, of sexualized and physical violence; loud music and haze.

BLKDOG, a poignant hip hop dance theatre production, encourages us to be tamers of our memories and our personal and collective trauma in an ultimate quest for acceptance and peace. Both of-the-moment and timeless, the work transcends cultural barriers to inspire universal dialogue. 

BLKDOG is the first hip hop show ever to win the prestigious Olivier Award. Its resonance with audiences of different backgrounds is a testament to its exceptional artistry and universally relevant themes.  

Far From The Norm's Artistic Director Botis Seva brings together artists with a range of dance styles to create a variety of movement language that unites Popping, Breaking, Krump and House. The company creates work that empowers marginalized people while inspiring audiences around the world.  

BLACK OUT NIGHTS

On October 24,2024, NAC Dance will host a Black Out Night that will coincide with the evening performance of BLKDOG.  A post show reception will held in the Peter Herrndorf Place with music, food and arts installation by Olivia Onuk of InBloom Art As Therapy. All audience members are invited to immerse themselves in interactive, self-guided art installations designed to help them reflect on their BLKDOG experience. Engage with "Fleeting Emotions," where they can leave and watch their emotional imprint fade on heat-sensitive fabric, or explore "Shadows of Self," a light and shadow installation that invites introspection through movement and reflection.
 
NAC Black Out Nights offer Black audiences, and their guests, an opportunity to enjoy performances with their community, showcasing the vibrant spectrum of the Black experience. As always, everyone is welcome to join the Black Out Night during the BLKDOG performance, fostering a spirit of inclusivity and celebration. 

Artists

  • Artistic Director and Choreographer Botis Seva
  • Contributing Artist Far From The Norm
  • Director & Choreographer Botis Seva
  • Music Composer Torben Lars Sylvest
  • Lighting Designer Tom Visser
  • Costume Designer Ryan Dawson Laight
  • Performed by Dance artists from Far From The Norm
  • Executive Producer Lee Griffiths
  • Senior Production Manager Andy Downie
  • Production Manager & Relighters Chris Burr, Seth Rook Williams
  • Tour Manager Gabija Cepelyte
  • Costume Makers Jordan Goertz, Julie Sayers, Kelsey Vickery, Kingsley Hall, Lou Petty, Rosie Whiting
  • Mix Engineer Pär Carlsson
  • Contribution Artists Charlotte Clark, Clarissa Shulungu, Ezra Owen, Isaac Ouro-Gnao, Savanah Anais Rowe, Shiloh Seva, Tyrone Isaac-Stuart
  • BLKDOG is co-produced by Far From The Norm, Norrlandsoperan (Sweden) and Sadler’s Wells (UK) and supported using public funding through Arts Council England.
  • The creation of BLKDOG was generously supported by Arts Council England, Kingston University, Laban Theatre, Siobhan Davies Dance and UEL Dance: Urban Practice Department