PROJECT

Ing an Die (2017)

Ing an Die serves as James McGinn’s operatic debut, concluding a three year research period exploring the multifaceted nature of a Gesamtkunstwerk. Placing this notion within a post-contemporary context, Ing an Die juxtaposes a broad palate of symbolic images and performative identities. By engaging the traditional vs contemporary, masculine vs feminine, organic human vs synthetic humanoid; the value systems surrounding art, culture, and power are used to critically examine humanist privilege within our contemporary world.

At the brink of a decaying humanity crushed by the exponential growth of technology, this 3-Act, 75 minute operatic-dance duet, traces a shape-shifting love story amidst a pre-apocalyptic landscape.

Past Dates

October 2017

13/10
Adrienne Arsht Center (Miami)
14/10
Adrienne Arsht Center (Miami)
19/10
The Ringling (Sarasota)
20/10
The Ringling (Sarasota)
21/10
The Ringling (Sarasota)

Credits

Director: James McGinnArtistic Associate: Christoffer Forbes SchiecheInterpreters: Inga Hákonardóttir & James McGinnCostume Design: Ried & HarrietLighting Design: James McGinn, with Nicholas HoufekProduction: wpZimmerCo-production Support: wpZimmer, The Knight FoundationResidency Support: P.A.R.T.S., wpZimmer, Buda, Centre Choégraphique National d'Orléans

Info

Dance
Duration: 75 min.
Language: English

Press

Interview: Artburst
Interview: Herald Tribune
Review: Sophia News