The March of the Lemmings

Overview

During an abnormal outbreak, lemmings migrate in groups, sometimes dying in large numbers while crossing rivers and such.
This has given rise to a theory that this is a form of selection, influencing the view of human cultural history.
This performance depicts the lemming's dance of death.
In the midst of an unusual outbreak, a dancing frenzy suddenly erupts. The whole group, except for the blind lemming (Wakamatsu), dances wildly and joyfully while jumping into a river to drown.
The blind lemming stands still, and transforms into a human being.
The scene becomes a street corner. A pregnant woman, holding the hand of an infant, passes by.

Details

Title

The March of the Lemmings

Performance creator(s)

Wakamatsu Miki & Tsuda Ikuko Free Dance Performance

Direction/Choreography

Direction and Choreography: Miki Wakamatsu,Ikuko Tsuda

Venue

Tokyo Post Saving Hall

Performance date(s)

13 November 1989

Performer(s) and staff

Performers: Miki Wakamatsu, Ikuko Tsuda, Free Dance Company
Music composition and arrangement: Kazuo Yura
Stage Designer: Mitsuru Ishii
Costume Designer: Tsuneko Toriumi

Organiser(s)

Contemporary Dance Association of Japan

Genre

Modern

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