A striking solo performance, Scored in Silence investigates the dropping of atom bombs on Japan in 1945 and uncovers hidden stories. Through narration, films and found footage, Japanese d/Deaf people remember the experience of the atom bombs and tell moving stories of how their lives were affected. The work was developed with Canada’s Vibrafusion Lab. It features projected 3D projection, animation, film and a haunting sound composition that audience members feel through vibrating straps around their bodies. This is an imaginative piece of documentary dance theatre that shares untold stories of discrimination, disenfranchisement and survival. Scored in Silence is in Edinburgh as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Chisato Minamimura
United Kingdom
Chisato Minamimura is a Deaf dance artist and choreographer based in the UK, who danced with Candoco for three years. Her own work brings a unique Deaf perspective to dance and music. She explores the visualisation of sound, the relationship between sign language and mime, and the latest digital technology. She uses technology to enable both d/Deaf and hearing audiences to experience a digital show of more or less one hour that will be showcased especially in this digital opening night.
11 Sep, 2020
Fri - 20.30 h
The content will remain uploaded for free at GAM’s website for 24 hours until Saturday September 12th 8.30 PM.