The Insect – From The Kingdom of Silk and Honey

Overview

Solo by Furukawa Anzu, this is the fifth piece in her 'Anzu'ology' series. Furukawa, who believed that humans could be better understood by exploring creatures far removed from us, was fascinated by primordial life and often used a microscope she bought at a flea market in Russia. The first half of the work presents a catalogue of the insect world, while the second half uses insects as a metaphor to depict the human world. It premiered in Braunschweig in 1993, and has since been performed in various countries, including the Netherlands, Finland, and Brazil. The video is a compilation of highlights from the premiere to 1996.

-Anzu’ology: Anzu's Altas of Animals V

Details

Title

The Insect – From The Kingdom of Silk and Honey

Performance creator(s)

Anzu Furukawa

Direction/Choreography

Choreographed and Directed by: Anzu Furukawa

Performance date(s)

1993 - 1996

Performer(s) and staff

Performer: Anzu Furukawa
Scenography and Art Direction: Hiromi Yokoo

Genre

Butoh