ESPP 04: On our knees

Description

In our performance "On our knees" we explore the symbolism of the knees as an expression of both vulnerability and brutality, reflecting the physical and emotional weight they can carry. Through the body we seek to express these ideas, exploring how acts of suppression and control manifest in the body. At the same time, we address the harsh reality of discrimination faced by Afghans in Iran, creating a parallel between the personal and the political, between the individual body and social oppression.

Through the body, we aim to express these ideas, investigating how acts of suppression and control manifest in the body.

Twórcy i twórczynie

Shahrzad Nazarpour is originally from Iran, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Theatre from the University of Tehran. She is currently studying Transmedia Art at the University of Applied Arts in Vienna. In 2020, during her residency at Brunnenpassage, she created the performance "Maßlos" (Limitless). Her collaboration with Brunnenpassage began in 2019, even before her move to Austria, when she was director and performer in the international dance project "Desegregation", which had a hybrid format that spanned both the internet and different countries. In 2021, she was awarded an "in the field" grant at the Wiener Festwochen. Winning the "Try Out" competition in 2021 allowed her to present her solo show "Hijab offline" in collaboration with Dschungel Theater. In 2022, she participated as a performer in the ‘Parasol’ project at TQW, collaborating with Ian Kaler and Alix Eynaudi. In her artistic practice, she combines her passion for feminism and inclusivity with her knowledge of performance art.

Morteza Mohammadi is a dancer and performer from Afghanistan. He has been studying interactive and time-based art at the Linz University of the Arts since 2021. Filled with a passion for dance and art, Morteza is determined to develop his skills and explore his knowledge in this field. Thanks to his education, he is able to realise his artistic visions and continuously improve his works. As a member of the Youth Dance Company, which is the result of a collaboration between Tanz die Toleranz and Brotfabrik Wien, Morteza has not only honed his dance technique, but has also explored the exploration of movement and expression through his activities in this group. In addition, he is an integral part of the Side Effect Physical Theatre company, where his work focuses on themes of migration, political issues and war. Through his dance and artistic work, Morteza seeks to draw attention to social issues and give voice to those who are often overlooked.