‘I think your presence made a big different for Dan brown, both as a dance dramaturg but also to advocate for him and support him in things like the panel.’ - Fiona Ferguson 2024
As a dance dramaturge I offer critical support to artists by tailoring my role to best fit their needs in relation to the creative vision. In order to interrogate and mobilise a new performance work, the main use of my position is to give artists critical feedback from a consistent, supportive and informed outside-eye perspective; whilst advocating for their idea. However, I am also be there to help with more practical elements of the project that involve hosting/holding the space.
Dance dramaturgy is highly valuable but uncommon in the world of contemporary performance. I offer a unique combination of choreographic experience (undergrad, 2015), the distinct language of fine art critique (postgrad, 2022) and the important skill of hosting; something I have developed through working in community settings, voluntary work with vulnerable people and in queer and activist spaces - where active listening, understanding of positionality and emotional articulation are essential. I offer a holistic and nurturing environment for work that feels most urgent to the maker(s).
National Theatre of Scotland, 2024
Artists
Nemo Flouret
Amy Lawrence
Dan Brown
Bishop May Down
Kirstin Halliday
Nikhita Devi
Aniela Piasecka
Althea Young
Molly Mae Whawell
Marie Gabrielle-Koumenda
Kae Sukurai
Jas Lucas
Nicola Carter