Watusi, 2018

Watusi, using imagery inspired by Watusi cattle, explores the herd mentality of humans in the context of mass consumption. The chaos of a Black Friday shopping frenzy contrasts with the serenity and quiet power of the Watusi.

 

Watusi (2018)
Commissioned by:
Mikah Smillie, Artistic Director of National Youth Ballet
Length: 15min 
Number of dancers: 29 female dancers aged 11 to 18
Music:
We Are Animal, by Kenny Inglis  (2018)
Wah Watusi, by The Orlons (1962)
Nisi Dominus, RV 608:IV. Cum dederit by Antonio Vivaldi
Lighting Designer: Andrew Ellis