Synopsis

Give me a job is an interactive dance and performance piece that seeks to explore the complex relationships between work, labour, vulnerability, and the demand and supply expectations of the art industry. It brings the audience and performers together to experience the space in a unique way. This performance tells the story of the fragility and tenor of artists, the beauty and heaviness that exist in artistic work. It sheds light on the harshness encountered in the artistic world and the structure by which this world exists.

Give me a job is a visual and interactive experience that challenges the audience to engage with the performers and reflect on their own relationship with work and labour. Give me a job is a powerful reflection on the state of the arts industry, the struggles of young artists trying to find their place in it, and the importance of collective collaboration and support. The project is a testament to the strength of the collective and their commitment to creating meaningful, thought-provoking work.

The creative process

The piece uses the sentence "Give me a job" as a starting point to reflect on the many paths that exist in the world of careers and what it means to be a woman, a dancer, an artist, and someone who is looking for work.

The piece aims to share power with the audience by inviting them to interact with the performers and participate in various games throughout the performance. The choreographic exhibition uses the concept of performance to transform the theatre space and create a full-length evening piece.

The collective of seven female artists seeks to incorporate other people's perspectives on work and labour, particularly from within the arts industry, to create an inclusive performance that reflects the plurality of experiences in this field and speaks to a wider audience. The collective takes a stand on navigating the unwritten rules of the industry and creating their own opportunities. The piece is imbued with irony and humour, taking the challenges of the industry with a pinch of salt.

As an almost durational piece, Give me a job progresses over the course of a full-length evening performance and brings together individuality and plurality within the collective of seven female artists. The design of the piece and the soundscape, two important aspects that will enhance the cohesiveness of the experience, are still in development, positioning the collective to take a stand and work ethically in the arts world.

Choreography & Performance all members of MOŸ MOŸ collective

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