Art Improvisation
What is the key characteristic of art improvisation?
Spontaneity in artistic creation, involving skill and planning.
Who is the founder of Contact Improvisation?
Steve Paxton.
Where did improvisational theater first gain influence?
Italy during the 16th to 18th centuries.
What does "physical listening" refer to in dance improvisation?
Following into the unknown instead of recreating set moves.
What is a key element of theater improvisation?
Making up the plot, characters, and dialogue in the moment.
Which theorist emphasizes that improvisation is not purely impromptu?
Most improvisation theorists, such as Alperson, agree on this.
In which year did the performance score "Magnesium" get developed?
1972.
What was the original purpose of theater games?
Rehearsal-room activities that evolved into performances.
What is the "No Hands" dance technique?
Dancing without hands to release controlling tendencies.
Name one benefit of theater improvisation.
Builds real-life skills like platform presence.
What is essential for performance within an artistic discipline?
Awareness of the aims and parameters of the work.
What is the primary focus of Contact Improvisation?
Exploring movement through shared physical contact.
Who are notable groups Steve Paxton collaborated with?
Judson Dance Theater and Merce Cunningham Dance Company.
How is weight exchanged in Contact Improvisation?
Through mutual support and counterbalance.
What is "Devised Theater" used for?
Creating longer works of original theater.
Name one aspect that improvisation within art must consider.
Genre, school, or style of the artistic activity.
Name one technique used in Contact Improvisation.
Rolling Point of Contact.
What was the performance style created by Steve Paxton in the early 70s?
Contact Improvisation.
What does "opening up the back space" mean?
Increasing awareness and readiness for interaction behind the body.
How does "Applied Theater" differ from other forms?
It’s used for exploring ideas or conflicts, not for entertainment.
How does improvisation differ from spontaneous activities?
It requires forethought, limitations, and planning.
What is the "small dance" technique?
A meditation that focuses on reducing tension in a standing position.
What year marks Steve Paxton's birth?
1939.
What is the goal of continuity of motion in Contact Improvisation?
Pursuing where the body is flowing without stabilization.
What is "Drama in the Classroom"?
Improvising stories from history, science, or literature without a script.