So I went for a paid ushering job at the Arts Centre Melbourne. Didn't even get an interview :( Sadness! I feel like I'm never ever going to get paid work within the Performing Arts field. In Dunedin I had too much going on, then I move over here and four months later I haven't even been able to score a single interview. Sigh!
If anyone actually reads this blog, advice right now would be much appreciated. I'll give you a box of chocolates :)
Ok enough complaining. My first performance with Weave Movement Theatre is coming up this week, very exciting. The show is called, Done to Perfection, and is a non-linear story about a mad scientist who builds a machine to create the perfect human. Click here for an introduction to the scientist. A fitting theme for a company that has such a diverse range of performers. Of course it goes horribly wrong with terrific consequences. Other sub-themes include control; relationships between man-made and nature; and conformity/normalcy. These themes are commonly explored in the arts and media but to be honest they are themes I enjoy diving into - considering my Masters thesis explored how dancers with disabilities can challenge the 'classic' body (and how they sometimes unwillingly reinforce the 'classic' body).
So if you live in Melbourne you should come to the show. Check out Weave's website: weavemovementtheatre.com.au
xo
