For decades the classical ballet Swan Lake has captivated the world. Moving to a more contemporary world, NESTING FLIGHT explores parallels between humans and birds – dissecting their ways of communication, social habits and movements patterns through dance.
NESTING FLIGHT will feature Oakfields College dance students, performing in a comical choreographic piece entitled Dancing Birds, created by dance lecturer Laura de Vries and subject head Ignatius van Heerden which explores the various means of communication between both humans and birds.
Continuing their commitment to nurture young and up-coming creatives, Oakfields College has commissioned two recent graduates and aspiring choreographers to create new dance pieces to include in this year’s dance season.
A Birds Eye View by Joshua Groenveld puts focus on the migration and flight patterns of birds, while Gabriela Dos Santos’ piece Eagle explores the concept of the ‘King of the Sky’ and how humans can use those principles to achieve success and abundance in all areas of life.
A Birds Eye View – Joshua Groenveld
“Collectively feathers fly- Alone they fall.
From hatching to migration, birds of a feather flock together. Cracking the shell and opening a window into flight patterns and chaotic routines of being a bird.”
Eagle – Gabriela Dos Santos
“Eagle explores the mentality of the ‘King of the Sky’ and how we can use those principles to achieve success and abundance in all areas of life. It’s about recognising ones full potential, having a clear vision of what one truly seeks in life, rising above the storm and soaring at the greatest heights. “
Dancing Birds – Ignatius van Heerden and Laura de Vries
Based entirely on the popular Netflix documentary, Dancing with the Birds, Dancing Birds draws inspiration from the mating dances, movement and patterns of exotic birds. Making it more human, the work shows how the same interaction is visible in everyday human situations.
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Audience Responses
Loved the creativity expressed in the choreography. Well performed.
Linda • Attended June 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
4.0
Stunning, this performance was exceptional. The dancers really embraced their characters and were enjoying bringing the creative choreography to life.
Linda • Attended June 21, 2022, 3 p.m.
Lighting was not on que
Jaco • Attended June 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
4.0
Lighting was not on que
Jaco • Attended June 20, 2022, 8 p.m.
4.0
Wonderful!
Lee • Attended June 21, 2022, 3 p.m.
5.0
Outstanding! Most enjoyable 🙂
Michelle • Attended June 22, 2022, 8 p.m.
5.0
Outstanding! Most enjoyable 🙂
Michelle • Attended June 22, 2022, 8 p.m.
5.0
Exceptional choreography beautifully delivered by the performers. An interesting and entertaining evening.
Rozelle • Attended June 22, 2022, 8 p.m.
Stunning performance. Absolutely loved the tangible energy of the cast. They really connected with the choreography and were very well rehearsed. The change in style and character between the segments made most enjoyable.
Linda • Attended June 22, 2022, 8 p.m.
4.5
The performance was amazing, captivating, who would have thought humans could be used as a animal Discovery moment. the execution was perfect. heads off for the choreographers.
Jacqueline • Attended June 22, 2022, 8 p.m.
4.0
Such a beautiful show
Charlene • Attended June 21, 2022, 3 p.m.