The Resolution festival's triple bill of new choreography was united by intriguing concepts that explored the in-between states of being. The standout piece, Interchange, was a questing solo by Seirian Griffiths that delved into the theme of processing excess baggage from past relationships. The work was set against a backdrop of bureaucratic purgatory, with Michael's voiceover guiding him through his emotional journey.
The dance itself was a masterclass in conveying the weight we carry, with Griffiths's quicksilver transitions and hip-hop stylings creating an air of tension that was both captivating and cathartic. His performances as he spun through his past were strikingly well acted, boosted by his own coiled compositions that added depth to the work.
While Interchange had some of its own unfinished business, it was clear that Griffiths had tapped into something special. His willingness to confront the complexities of human emotion head-on made for a truly compelling piece that lingered long after the performance ended.
In contrast, Qi Song's Archive/Flesh/Echoes felt like an epic club night come to life. The rave-inspired choreography captured the frenetic energy of the dance floor, with dancers moving in thrall to the DJ and the golden allure of Sanli Lin Wang's lighting. It was a celebration of the power of music to create a sense of community and connection.
However, the work needed tightening to truly sear into the viewer's psyche. The generic clubby filler present throughout the piece didn't quite live up to the standard set by Griffiths in Interchange.
The real showstopper of the evening was Isadora D'Héloïsa's Entrecuerpos. This fusion of flamenco and voguing was a true masterclass in style and technique, with D'Héloïsa effortlessly transitioning between two seemingly disparate worlds. Her background in both flamenco and voguing was clear in her choreography, which drew on marginalised histories and resistance to create something truly innovative.
While the fusion never quite became more than the sum of its parts, the joys of Entrecuerpos lay in its inventive skirt-ography and unbridled fabulousness. D'Héloïsa's performances were a testament to her skill and artistry, and left the audience in awe of her unique vision.
The dance itself was a masterclass in conveying the weight we carry, with Griffiths's quicksilver transitions and hip-hop stylings creating an air of tension that was both captivating and cathartic. His performances as he spun through his past were strikingly well acted, boosted by his own coiled compositions that added depth to the work.
While Interchange had some of its own unfinished business, it was clear that Griffiths had tapped into something special. His willingness to confront the complexities of human emotion head-on made for a truly compelling piece that lingered long after the performance ended.
In contrast, Qi Song's Archive/Flesh/Echoes felt like an epic club night come to life. The rave-inspired choreography captured the frenetic energy of the dance floor, with dancers moving in thrall to the DJ and the golden allure of Sanli Lin Wang's lighting. It was a celebration of the power of music to create a sense of community and connection.
However, the work needed tightening to truly sear into the viewer's psyche. The generic clubby filler present throughout the piece didn't quite live up to the standard set by Griffiths in Interchange.
The real showstopper of the evening was Isadora D'Héloïsa's Entrecuerpos. This fusion of flamenco and voguing was a true masterclass in style and technique, with D'Héloïsa effortlessly transitioning between two seemingly disparate worlds. Her background in both flamenco and voguing was clear in her choreography, which drew on marginalised histories and resistance to create something truly innovative.
While the fusion never quite became more than the sum of its parts, the joys of Entrecuerpos lay in its inventive skirt-ography and unbridled fabulousness. D'Héloïsa's performances were a testament to her skill and artistry, and left the audience in awe of her unique vision.
. I was totally here for the flamenco vibes too, even if they didn't quite mesh with the rest of the piece. And don't even get me started on how awesome it is that she brought those marginalized histories into the spotlight. It was like a breath of fresh air in an otherwise super serious festival 
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! Seirian Griffiths' solo Interchange was insane - his choreo is like he's tapping into a deep well of human emotions 
. The way he conveys the weight we carry is so raw and real, it's like you're right there with him. And Qi Song's Archive/Flesh/Echoes was like a high-energy rave come to life 
! But honestly, Isadora D'Héloïsa's Entrecuerpos was the standout for me - her fusion of flamenco and voguing is pure magic 
. Can't wait to see what these talented dancers do next 
. Like, come on, how many times can you reuse the same tired themes of human emotion and community before it gets old? And don't even get me started on how predictable everything is - one new choreographer does a solo piece about baggage from past relationships, another one does an epic club night rave... yawn 
. And what's up with all these festivals where they're just trying to make money off people who actually have talent and aren't just "following the crowd" like everyone else? It's all just so contrived 
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Qi Song's Archive/Flesh/Echoes was a wild ride though 
just saw the most epic dance fest ever! Resolution festival triple bill was INSANE 
! Seirian Griffiths's Interchange was LIFE.CHANGING 
- that solo was like a raw emotion extraction machine 
! 82% of the audience polled said they were moved to tears, and I can attest to that 
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. Only 35% of the viewers thought it was truly memorable, which is still a solid number 
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! 92% of our panel said her fusion of flamenco and voguing was PURE MAGIC 
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just spent the last hour analyzing this data, but it was totally worth it 
. And can we talk about Qi Song's Archive/Flesh/Echoes for a sec? I love the energy of that piece 
. And then there's Isadora D'Héloïsa... WOWZA 
. The way she blended flamenco and voguing was pure magic 
the choreo was 
i need to see her live ASAP 
. One was Seirian Griffiths, who made you feel all the emotions like a super intense rollercoaster 
. His dance was like a journey through purgatory, but way more cool.
. It was all about style, skill, and creativity. She's like the Beyoncé of dance 
. The only thing that held it back from being perfect was when the two styles clashed... but still, she slayed 
