WEEK 11 PRACTITIONER EVALUATION


References

Jennings, L. (2019). Crystal Pite: the Canadian choreographer bringing a bold new mood to contemporary dance. [online] the Guardian. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2013/sep/22/crystal-pite-interview-sadlers-wells [Accessed 30 Nov. 2019].
Sadler's Wells Blog. (2019). Crystal Pite | Sadler's Wells Blog. [online] Available at: http://blog.sadlerswells.com/tag/crystal-pite/ [Accessed 30 Nov. 2019].

Comments

  1. Lucy Imamzade4 December 2019 at 09:04

    This is a very clear vlog Caitlyn well done! I love how you have really researched her background in order to clearly explain how she has impacted the industry. However, can you explain how you are going to use this knowledge in you choreographic solo in order to improve it?

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    1. caitlynfrancisco6 December 2019 at 17:26

      Thank you! I would also like to create an emotive piece which can evoke sympathy from an audience through the use of facial expression and performance.

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  2. Mhairi Wallace5 December 2019 at 14:23

    I really liked listening to the research you have done about Pite and your opinions on her work! You've clearly done a lot of research into her impact on the industry and world issues. Well done!

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