Future Mythologies

IndieFest 2024 presents an exciting double bill at the Annex. Part of Future Mythologies, this year's showcase of two new works in development by groundbreaking artists.

Sat, November 23 | 7:30pm at the Annex
823 Seymour St, Vancouver, BC V6B 3L4

Future Mythologies is a celebratory showcase for the new works in development that aspire to redefine the future of storytelling, and become the myths of tomorrow. Through performance excerpts and facilitated discussions between artists and audiences, this event unveils the captivating evolution of groundbreaking new works.

Polyphonic Garden by Ruby Singh

Polyphonic Garden is a groundbreaking transdisciplinary project that melds sound, music, projections, movement and data sonification to probe the human impact on climate change through the lens of life’s key ingredient, water. Presented by artist and musician Ruby Singh, with key collaborators Tarun Nayar (Modern Biology), Fiana Kawane (Kathak), and Priyanka Chakrabati (PIU), Laine Butler, Michelle La (Ephemeral Objects) the work explores how data sonifications,visualizations and field recordings can raise ecological awareness.

Using open-source data, Polyphonic Garden translates global water data into rich, immersive compositions of music, dance, poetry, and projections. This multimodal experience—set to debut at Indie Fest in Vancouver on November 23rd 2024—draws on traditional forms that look to our collective futures, with Indian Classical Voice, Tabla and Kathak dance, layered with synthesized sounds, poetic verse, and cinematic visuals, this work aims to illustrate the profound interdependence between humanity and the natural world.

Future Renaissance: created by Voirelia Dance Hub;
Artistic Director/Choreographer: Alina Sotskova:

Set 500 years from now, Future Renaissance is a fusion of virtuosic contemporary dance, sci-fi, and Renaissance art. A dance of ephemeral sculptures in motion unfolds in a cyberpunk-esque setting. Voirelia brings together artists from dance, lighting, music, and visual art to create a performance that blends past, present, and future. In this mesmerizing and unsettling world, creating real bonds among people is a lost art. Yet, a deep longing for the lost is stirring a rebellious revival. Through evocative choreographic imagery and vivid lighting design, Future Renaissance explores fears of loss and the search for connection, inviting reflection on how relationships define our humanity.

Approx runtime: 80 mins with intermission

Getting There:

The Annex is easily accessed by public transportation, including the SkyTrain. Take the Expo Line to Granville station or the Canada Line to Vancouver City Centre. Walk east to Seymour street, and then south towards Smithe Street. The Annex can also be accessed by many bus lines. Check the Translink website for schedules and routes. There is paid parking near the venue, though note that it is limited. You can find access information about this venue here.

Also part of this year's Future Mythologies: Check out Soft Tongues by Jami Reimer at Lobe Studio on Nov 22!
Check out all IndieFest events at indiefest.ca

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Thank you to our IndieFest 2024 Funders and Community Partners