Description
Experimental modern approach to the classic short story by Nicolay Gogol, with a goal to transform the 19th century humanistic myth into an interactive theatrical performance that will appeal to an audience of IT-era.
The project is a joint effort of the following internationally acclaimed and local Bay Area artists and companies:
shadow puppets director and performer Larry Reed and his ShadowLight Productions;
surrealistic robots’ creator Frank Garvey and his OMNI Circus;
video artist and software developer Kevin Quennesson;
movement and modern dance performer Ai-Cheng Ho (member of ITE);
and local costume designer Margarita Soyfertis.
NOHspace Presents is a series produced by Theatre of Yugen that showcases emerging and established experimental, ensemble, and Asian-based performers, as well as visiting artists from Japan.