Yoshimichi Takei has developed an original performance style based on his background in Butoh dance and Japanese āavant-garde mime.ā In his work, Takei engages in a ācollaborationā between his body and various electronic instruments, including light bulbs, sensors and everyday appliances.
Big YawnĀ offers a duet between Takeiās body and a light/sensor/sound system that he wears. As he executes a range of motion from frenzy to stillness with focused grace and precision, Takei creates not just a dance, but also a score of light and sound. At the same time, he offers a complex emotional journey shaded with humour and passion.
Hailed as being at the forefront of contemporary Japanese dance, Takeiās work is presented regularly in dance and performance festivals throughout Japan and has been seen in Europe and New York.Ā Big YawnĀ marks his Canadian debut.
Co-sponsored by A Space