011: Unveiling the Creative Process in Movement Direction and Choreography

"The research phase is fundamental across all mediums."

Sarah Perry

In this episode of the Shapes in Motion podcast, Sarah Perry and Stephen Moynihan delve into the intricacies of creative processes in movement direction and choreography. They discuss the importance of research and preparation, share insights from their experiences, and explore how different mediums influence their work. The conversation highlights the need for alignment within creative teams and the challenges of navigating rejection in the creative process. They also touch on the significance of showcasing the often-hidden work of movement directors through video documentation, emphasising the collaborative nature of their craft.

Chapters

Exploring Creative Processes in Movement Direction

The Importance of Research and Preparation

Case Study: Spitfire Girls Production

Diverse Research Methods and Inspirations

Aligning Visions with the Creative Team

Navigating Different Mediums: Theatre vs. Film vs Mocap

The Role of Research in Movement Direction

Dealing with Rejection in the Creative Process

Highlighting the Creative Process through Video

The Future of Movement Direction and Collaboration

To get in touch with Sarah visit www.sarahperrymovement.com and follow @sarahperrymovement on Instagram.
To get in touch with Stephen visit www.stephenmoynihan.net and follow @stmoynihan on Instagram.

References

The Spitfire Girls - Touring Now | tiltedwigproductions

In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats VR In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats — East City Films

Sarah’s ‘behind the scenes research & preparation’ video #1 https://sarahperrymovement.com/about