In Murmuration, Le Patin Libre Explores What It Means to Be With Others
Athleticism and theatricality merge to create mesmerizing choreographic configurations on ice
Murmuration
https://nac-cna.ca/en/event/36045
In-person event
Gliding with lightning speed, Le Patin Libre is propelled by rigorous precision and enthusiasm. These iconoclastic skaters astonished and revolutionized the world of dance with their first two on-ice routines, and their innovative vision of the art of skating has launched them onto rinks all over the world. Their new work investigates the mechanisms that govern how starlings move together in the haunting aerial synchronisations called murmurations. Almost imperceptible micromovements and...
Aréna Stade-Pierre-Lafontaine,255 Rue Saint-Antoine,Gatineau“Dancers transform into flocks of birds in this dizzying ballet on ice that will take your breath away! ”
Gliding with lightning speed, Le Patin Libre is propelled by rigorous precision and enthusiasm. These iconoclastic skaters astonished and revolutionized the world of dance with their first two on-ice routines, and their innovative vision of the art of skating has launched them onto rinks all over the world.
Their new work investigates the mechanisms that govern how starlings move together in the haunting aerial synchronisations called murmurations. Almost imperceptible micromovements and instinctive changes in direction create a chain reaction that dictates the trajectory of the flock, whose members are constantly on the alert and attuned to those around them. Murmuration transmits the dynamic interactions of a harmonious and exhilarating coexistence. These high-flying skaters will have the whole family’s hearts soaring!
DANCE PARTY ON THE ICE!
Saturday, March 29 after the 1:30 P.M. performance ONLY
Bring your skate to the arena and join Le Patin Libre skating artists on their ice stage after the show! The ice rink is transformed into a dance floor where short playful workshops allow beginners as well as experts, to experience a joyful moment of dance on ice skates.
Developed with support from the National Arts Centre’s National Creation Fund.
Co-Presented with Ville de Gatineau.