13. Implications and applications

Research & Concept

"Dance is not only about movement, but about creating an experience where every element—movement, music, light, and design—works in concert to communicate a deeper emotional truth" N. Duato

"Dance is a multisensory art form that combines movement, music, and visual elements to evoke emotions and tell stories" MJ.

References & Inspiration

In the world of performing arts, visual and aesthetic elements play a crucial role in enhancing the audience’s experience and amplifying the emotional impact of a performance. Renowned ballet companies and production teams often invest heavily in the artistic design of their performances, incorporating innovative costumes, lighting, and stage elements to captivate their audiences. By doing so, they transform each production into a multisensory spectacle, making it not only entertaining but also memorable.

• Compagnie des Quatre Mains (France)

This French company uses technology to create sensory experiences in their contemporary dance performances. They have worked with interactive costumes that respond to the movement of the dancers, often integrating lights and sensors that change color or intensity according to the choreography. This type of technology allows dancers to interact with their own costumes while performing, creating a visually dynamic experience for the the audience.

• Ballets C de la B (Belgium)

This is a contemporary dance company that often plays with the fusion of technology, art, and performance. Although not all of their projects include illuminated costumes, they have experimented with technology on stage, which could inspire you to explore how light and dance can be integrated. You could look at their works to see how they approach technology in their productions.

• Olivier Rizzo (United Kingdom) Designer and choreographer who works with information technology to integrate costumes into his performances. He has developed costumes that include LED lights controlled by motion sensors. This creates an atmosphere where the costume becomes an extension of the dancer’s body, giving a sense of fluidity between the human body and technology.

• Mayte Sosa (Uruguay)

Textile & Costume Designer based in Montevideo, Uruguay. Great interest in textile design, visual and scenic arts. She is especially attracted to textile printing techniques and embroidery as well as digital art languages and technologies applied to the scene such as visuals, video mapping and lighting. In her practice, she attempt to materialize and integrate my artistic concerns with my personal and political interests. She has studied and professionally developed in various fields, trying to mix and integrate them into a main creative search.

• Nacho Duato

In Duato's productions, costume design plays a crucial role in enhancing the storytelling and the visual impact of the performance. Duato’s work is known for its emphasis on aesthetic unity, and the costumes are integral in creating a seamless connection between the movement, the dancers, and the underlying themes of the work. The choice of costumes is not merely decorative but serves as a tool for deepening the emotional resonance of the performance.

Why, What, Who, When, Where?

WHY? The intersection of art and science provides a unique opportunity to revolutionize traditional practices, particularly in performing arts.

Creating a biomaterial costume for dancers is not only an innovative concept but also aligns with current global trends in sustainability, technological integration, and artistic expression.

WHAT? The visual aspects of a performance—especially costume design—play a pivotal role in enhancing the dancer's presence and conveying the artistic vision.

Texture and visual impact are crucial.

Drawing inspiration from these practices, this project seeks to explore how cutting-edge materials, particularly biomaterials, can redefine costume design in dance. By combining artistic vision with scientific innovation, the goal is to create costumes that not only elevate the visual appeal of a performance but also embody sustainability and modernity. This approach aims to bridge the gap between science and art, bringing a fresh perspective to the way costumes are conceptualized and experienced on stage.

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