BodyVox: Inspiration and Engagement through Dance
A dance pop-up in the Pearl District
“We look forward to returning to live performances as soon as possible. In the meantime we will continue applying our creative energies in ways that inspire us and allow us to remain engaged with our audience and community”. - Jamey Hampton
2021 is a time of innovation for the creative community. Live performances are now limited to a few individuals standing at a six-foot distance. Body Vox, a dance company based in Portland, Oregon has reimagined dance performance with a 3-day BodyVox Video Installation, a pop-up gallery, located in the historic Maddox Building, in the Pearl District. The video installation focuses on how dance is affected by light, technology, and perspective, Feb 4-6, 2021. The installation will be shown throughout the entirety of the Maddox with the main room comprised of multiple video projections and music allowing a variety of perspectives as the visitor is immersed in the dances "Synaesthesia," "Deep Wading," and "Figments."
In-person viewing will be limited to 15 people, with a program that runs every half hour. Tickets are $10.
BodyVox Video Installation
“This three day installation will highlight three cinematically stunning dances from the full-length show FIGMENTS, premiering in February. The main room of the Maddox Building will have multiple video projections and music allowing a variety of perspectives as the visitor is immersed in the dances "Synaesthesia," "Deep Wading," and "Figments."
-Jamey Hampton
About Body Vox: Led by Emmy Award-winning choreographers Jamey Hampton and Ashley Roland, BodyVox is known for its visual virtuosity, distinctive wit, and unique ability to combine dance, theater, and film into breathtaking productions rich in imagery, athleticism, and humor. Since its founding in 1997, BodyVox has toured to critical acclaim on stages around the world, developed 9 award-winning films, 30 original shows, and 3 operas, featuring more than 200 original dances. More about BodyVox HERE
About the Maddox Building: The historic Maddox Building sits on the corner of NW 13th and Hoyt, in the heart of Portland’s original creative district. The red-brick building sits on a quarter block in the heart of the Pearl District. The four-story building was constructed in 1906 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. More information on the Maddox Building HERE
To comply with Covid-19 protocols and safety, capacity for the BodyVox Video Installation is limited in accordance with state guidelines. Masks and appropriate distancing are required, and stringent sanitation measures are in place. A new program will start every half hour. BodyVox continues to monitor this evolving situation and is prepared to make adjustments as recommended by the Office of the Governor and the Oregon Health Authority. -BodyVox website
