Dance & Physical Theatre

Layered Point / VOYAGER #3

A fusion of two unique contemporary works performed by Melbourne emerging artists.

$30.00
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Two people standing opposite each other, wearing a white singlet and blue pants. Their elbows raised, fists clenched, with their gaze staring ahead. A blue tint and halftone effect filters the entire image.

Image Credit: Jeff Busby, edited by Tenae Smith

  • Produced by: CoExist Collective

  • Created by: Jack Birdseye and Jel Menta

  • Performed by: Andrea Marsic, Alycia Siomos, Emily Bourke, Jack Birdseye, Jel Menta, Kaitlin Malone, Misch Kurzeme

‘Layered Point/VOYAGER #3’ is a captivating double bill featuring innovative choreography and evocative performances. 'Layered Point' consists of six emerging artists, whilst 'VOYAGER #3', is a duo work created and performed by Jack Birdseye and Jel Menta. These dynamic pieces entertain, provoke introspection, and inspire dialogue, fostering a deeper appreciation for the beauty and power of contemporary dance.

‘Layered Point’ is a compelling and emotional contemporary work, filled with physicality and guts. Sound design by Damian Meredith, you will witness the body’s response to past experiences, developmental milestones and traumas. This work focuses on the concept of a mandala and the configuration of symbols that are often used for the purpose of healing and meditation. The dancers will highlight various patterns, shapes and directions mimicking the layers within a mandala, as they reach the centrepoint.

In ‘VOYAGER #3’ two bodies assume the roles of astronauts through an abstracted narrative, as they examine their duality. Inspired from the NASA space probes launched in the 1970s, invented to document scientific findings and make contact with extraterrestrial life. VOYAGER #3 was the 3rd installment of these probes, but it’s parts were quickly handed over to VOYAGER #1 and VOYAGER #2 due to technical failures. This work explores the reality of VOYAGER #3 launching into space. Only this time, holding two passengers.

About CoExist Collective

The event is led by Jack Birdseye and Jel Menta, serving as creators and choreographers. Graduates of their full-time course in 2021, Jack and Jel have fostered a robust creative partnership, consistently aligning their visions to produce compelling contemporary dance works. Their first work ‘Unapologetically, me’ was a part of the 2022 Melbourne Fringe Festival and since then they have both gone on to attend secondments and workshops with greatly established companies throughout Australia.

Supported by CoExist Collective, established by Tenae Smith and Kristen Cafari in February 2020 (past graduates), the event aims to provide a platform for us emerging contemporary artists. CoExist Collective's mission addresses the challenges artists face in gaining recognition, striving to create an inclusive space where creative expression flourishes. Together, Jack, Jel, CoExist Collective, and the performers are committed to fostering creativity and empowering emerging artists within the contemporary dance community.

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  • Duration: 60 minutes

  • Event Accessibility: English no barrier

  • Age suitability: PG

  • Event warnings: Contains Strobe Lights And Sustained Bright Lights, Both Sudden And Sustained Loud Noises.

  • Festival Hub: Trades Hall - The Square
    Cnr Lygon & Victoria Sts, Carlton, VIC, 3053

    Wheelchair Access

    Festival Hub: Trades Hall - The Square is wheelchair accessible. The entrance to the venue is on Lygon St. You can head up the front stairs and through the main doors, once you are through the entrance you will be in the courtyard where our Front of House team will meet you.

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  • Full: $30.00

  • Hump Day Discount: $22.50

  • Extra Applause: $35.00

  • Blak Tix: $10.00

  • Concession: $27.50

  • Group 6+: $25.00

Sessions: In Person Events

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Wednesday, 16 October 2024

7:30pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - The Square

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Thursday, 17 October 2024

7:30pm

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Friday, 18 October 2024

7:30pm

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Saturday, 19 October 2024

7:30pm

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Sunday, 20 October 2024

6:30pm

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