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Thu 03 Apr
|London
Moving Eastman
Experience a new dance and sonic performance that takes inspiration from the intersectional life of the Black American composer Julius Eastman.
Time & Location
03 Apr 2025, 19:30 – 04 Apr 2025, 22:30
London, Silk St, City of London, London EC2Y 8DS, UK
About the event
Eastman, who died in 1990 aged just 49, is a key figure in late 20th century American music, but was marginalised during his lifetime. A black, gay, contemporary music composer, he lived every aspect of his identity to its fullest. His attitude was a total assault on the status quo. Inspired by his life and legacy, Moving Eastman responds to Mitsuye Yamada’s quote, 'invisibility is not a natural state for anyone', sparking a discussion on who controls the narrative and who tells these stories.
The work embodies his unconventional approach to making art across genres and disciplines in a quest for artistic freedom. The performance is led by Elaine Mitchener with long-time collaborators The Rolling Calf, choreography and concept by director Dam Van Huynh and staging informed by found materials such as images, notes, interviews and sounds.
Performers
Elaine Mitchener vocals, movement and music direction
Dam Van Huynh concept, choreography and direction
The Rolling Calf:
Jason Yarde saxophone, electronics
Neil Charles bass, electronics
Xhosa Cole saxophone, percussion
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