Performance review

 ‘Could be anyone’ – dance piece, choreographed by Harry Koushos and performed by Emi Korfia, made a great impact on me. Performance which was based on power, emotionality, psychological abuse, cruelty mixed with sense of fluster, made me think that person is a constantly transforming creature. I was the most affected by the artist’s ability to express the emotions and strength during the performance. Therefore, I was able to recognize that power was the major source to influence the fight between body and brain. In addition to this, performer’s glance seemed to be full of anger throughout the play. As a viewer, I was placed to a difficult situation at that moment. I heard the voice coming out from me: ‘Maybe you are not in the right place and not in the right time’.

Another important thing which needs to be discussed is movement vocabulary. Small, but at the same time strong body movements, had their bonuses as well. As the member of the audience I was not able to take my eyes out of the dancer without being concerned to miss small, however very important details. It was shown in a clear way that strict movements were brought from political concept. It was amazing how strength became the dominating feature not only in dancer’s body and brain but in the surrounding atmosphere as well. Moreover, music was inseparable part of this performance which made it be more effective. Strong, rhythmic sound produced the sense of being ruled by the performer.

In conclusion, ‘Could be anyone’ reminded me of the performance I have seen few years ago, called ‘Political Mother’. Both performers impressed me with their drastic, arrogant and powerful movement vocabulary as well as face expressions.  I think, these features meant above are the most important factors that have drawn my attention.