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Thegreatestartintheworldistheartofstorytelling. -CecilB DeMille
welcometo... Reimagine
Thethemeforthe2025DanceShowcaseSeriesis‘Reimagine’,anexplorationofhow familiarstoriescanbereshapedandrediscoveredthroughthelanguageofdance This themeallowedustotakewell-knownnarratives,reinterpretingthemthroughmovement, emotion,andcontemporaryperspectives
Dance,atitscore,isanactofreimagining Eachmovementtransformsfragmentsofthe humanexperienceintoatransientmomentarystory Thisprocesshaschallengedour dancerstopushboundaries,questionconventions,andreinventstorytellingthroughtheir artistry
Through"Reimagine,"wecelebratethelimitlesspossibilitiesofdanceasastorytelling medium Weseethepastandpresentmerge,traditionmeetinginnovation,andeach performanceoffersafreshlensonthenarrativesthathaveshapedourworld
Whilethe244studentsperformingtonightarethestarsoftheshow,I’dalsoliketothank thebehindthescenesstarsthatburnatallhourstomakeaperformancelikethishappen
AVEastcrewfortheiroutstandingefforttomakeourperformancesspectacular
Ourwonderfuldancetutors;StephanieLee,ChloeTanandHafeezHassan JoreenandourEastFacilitiesStaff
Kazryourfabulousphotographer
TheIBDP&UWCSEAcurriculumdancestudents,theUWCSEAExcelDance Companymembers,andtheactivitiesdancersfortheirhardworkandcommitment duringthisprocess
OurStudentchoreographerswhohaveshownfantasticleadershipandchoreographic talent
TheCollegeLeadershipTeamandHSArtsFacultyfortheirsupportthroughoutthe process
Wehopeyouenjoyour2025DanceShowcaseSeries;Reimagine
Pandora’s Jar
Performed by the Middle School Contemporary Company
Choreographed by Lauren Hickson
Thispieceexploresthechaosthatisunleashedas PandoraopenstheJar.Shadowsofdespair,war,and sufferingspillforthtwistingandcontortingin unrelentingdestruction Eachentity-greed,pain, fear-takesformthroughmovementasthedancers explorewhathasbeenunleashedupontheworld
The Butterfly Effect
Choreographed by Camilla, Chloe, Niku and Yuki,
A single flutter can change everything This dance explores the Butterfly Effect, beginning with fluid, echoing movements graceful yet carrying unseen weight. As momentum builds, small shifts spark larger reactions, unravelling into cascading chaos The piece reflects how even the smallest actions can ripple through our lives in ways we never expected
A single flutter can change everything. This dance explores the Butterfly Effect, beginning with fluid, echoing movements graceful yet carrying unseen weight As momentum builds, small shifts spark larger reactions, unravelling into cascading chaos. The piece reflects how even the smallest actions can ripple through our lives in ways we never expected
Let It Go
Performed by the Infant Ballet
Choreographed by Chloe Tan
Ourtiniestdancersperformingto“LetitGo”from Frozen Theyhavebeenworkingwiththestimulusof snowflakesandofcourse,thepowerandmagicElsa haswithinher ThisdanceshowshowourInfant ballerinasareblossominginconfidenceand developingaloveofmovement.Thiswillhopefully bejustthebeginningoftheirlovefordance.
Through the Looking Glass
Choreographed by Amelia and Isabella
Experience a journey of growth and transformation through dance. Beginning with introspective grace, the piece evolves into a bold, high-energy movement, celebrating the courage to embrace change Blending jazz with K-Pop and hip-hop, this showcase captures the beauty of self-discovery and stepping confidently into a new chapter of life
Commas
Performed by the JS Hip Hopt Choreographed by Hafeez Hassan
Our JS Hip Hoppers are performing to Commas This upbeat piece celebrates success and independence. Across Season 1 and 2, the dancers have worked on mastering the fundamentals of Hip Hop, focusing on isolations and musicality. Their commitment shines through in their movements, with each expressive step giving the performance dynamic energy
Rhythm of Time
Performed by Grade 9 Dance
Choreographed by Lauren Hickson in collaboration with the dancers
Beforecalendarsandcycles,beforethesunand moontooktheirplacesinthesky,therewas Cipactonal,theAztecgodoftime,wisdom,and divination Thisdanceutilisesmovementtomarkthe pulseoftheuniverseandthenaturalcyclesofthe world Thedancersembodytheever-shiftingflowof time,tracingthepatternsoffatealongthecelestial pathsofthesunandmoon.
Crazy In Love
Performed by MS Jazz
Choreographed by Lauren Hickson
Set against the glitz and excess of the 1920s, this piece draws inspiration from The Great Gatsby, where glamour and illusion mask the fragility of desire and ambition. This reinterpretation of the iconic novel and song blends the era ’ s signature Charleston-inspired movements with contemporary motifs. Exploring themes of wealth and excess, the dancers embody the restless energy of jazz-age parties, where revelry and recklessness collide
Dream Xscape
Choreographed
by
Belinda and Viven
When we reimagine, we consciously allow ourselves to dream, asking questions like, "What if things were different?" or "What if I had chosen differently?" This process of revisiting the past over the time frame through a new lens may stir feelings of pain or uncertainty, yet, like dreams, reimagining invites us to break free from limitations, exploring possibilities beyond our current reality. It becomes a way to transcend the constraints of everyday life and imagine a world full of possibilities, and through this, it reveals how we can reshape our past, not by altering it but by viewing it with renewed potential.
The Sirens’ Call
Performed by Grade 10 Dance
Choreographed by Lauren
Hickson
in collaboration with the dancers
This piece explores creatures that live beneath the waves, where the ocean whispers secrets and the tide sings in haunting melodies, the sirens awaken Using fluid movement to convey the way they would hypnotise and lure sailors into the ocean, drawing them toward their doom The Siren’s Call explores the deceptive nature of the sea siren weaving a tale of desire, mystery, and the irresistible pull of the sea.
Technologic
Performed by Infant Creative Movement
Choreographed by
Lauren Hickson
Thispieceexploresthetransformationfromhumanto machine,focusingontheconstructionandevolutionofa robot.Thedancersbeginwithpreciseandrepetitive movementssymbolicofamanufacturingline,illustrating themechanicalprocessofassemblingamachine Asthe pieceprogresses,theytransitionintotherigidmotionsof afullyformedrobotportrayingthethemethroughshapes anddynamics Thepiececulminatesintherobot becomingoverwhelmed,itssystemsfailinguntilit reachesabreakingpoint,ultimatelyleadingtoits dramaticcollapseanddestruction.
Irish Dance
Performed by Irish Dance
Activity
Choreographed by Ann Marie Santo
Our Irish Dancers have been honing their rhythm and footwork through reels and jigs, embracing the precision and energy of Irish dance. This piece honours its rich heritage while celebrating the strong sense of community that defines the genre
Work Song
Performed by Grade 9 Dance
Choreographed by Lauren Hickson in collaboration with the dancers
Thisworkexplorestheredemptivepoweroflove Though lifeisfilledwithhardshipsandstruggles,thepiece highlightshowwefindsolaceinthecareandsupportof thosewholoveus Percussive,heavymovements symbolisetheweightofthesestruggles,whilesoft,airy gesturesconveyhopeandreassurance Thiscontrast capturesthenatureoflove,showinghowitcanbea guidingforceeveninthedarkestoftimes.
Hard Knock Children
Performed by MS Musical Theatre
Choreographed by Lauren
Hickson
This work fuses the gritty determination of Hard Knock Life from Annie with the defiant energy of Revolting Children from Matilda. This dynamic piece celebrates the bold, unyielding nature of kids as they transform from the forgotten to the rebellious The piece draws on the key characteristics of the musical theatre genre to express the lyrics through movement
INTERVAL
Love Will Tear Us Apart
Performed by Grade 11 HL Dance
Choreographed by Lauren Hickson in collaboration with the dancers
Themelancholicandhauntingcoverofthisnormally upbeatsongprovidedthestimulusforworkexploringthe breakdownofarelationship Throughthemesof emotionaldistanceanddissatisfaction,thepiece capturesthesenseofdiscontentandalienationbetween peoplewhowereonceclose.Thepieceoffersatragic ironyinthefactthatratherthanlovebringingpeople together,itistheverythingtearingthemapart.
United In Grief
Choreographed by Ava, Scarlett and Zoe
United in grief is an untraditional Hip Hop song by Kendrick Lamar. This song portrays how communities come together and unite, during times of sorrow and grief This piece portrays two communities, in the contrasting styles of Hip Hop and Contemporary, further emphasised and represented through dynamic variation The two styles start with a divide, and through times of grief, they slowly come together to unite in the end
Echoes
Performed by Grade 11 Dance
Choreographed by Lauren Hickson in collaboration with the dancers
InGreekmythology,EchoiscursedbyHeratoonly repeatthewordsspokentoher,leavingherunableto speakfreely Thisworkexploresandembodiesthe cyclicalnatureofEcho'scurse,withmovement symbolisingthewordsthatrebound,reverberate,and reoccur Throughthisrepetition,Echoistrappedina cycleofisolation,boundbytheechoesofothers'voices.
Motion
Choreographed by Samaya, Tanvi, Vivek, Yash
Motion expresses the dances of feeling good and simply being in the vibes Our dance is about being carefree and open.
Gravity
Performed by Grade 10 Dance
Choreographed by Lauren Hickson in collaboration with the dancers
Gravityexploresthestruggletobreakfreefroma relationshipwhilefeelingthepowerfulpullthatkeepsyou tetheredtosomeone.Thedancersinterpretthisasa relationship,whetherwithapartnerorafriend,that primarilybringsthemnegativity Theworkportraysthe innerconflict,vulnerability,anddifficultyoflettinggo, evenwhenwhatyou'reholdingontoisultimatelyharmful
Razzle-Dazzle
Performed by Grade 11 Dance
Choreographed by Lauren Hickson
This work fuses the gritty determination of Hard Knock Life from Annie with the defiant energy of Revolting Children from Matilda This dynamic piece celebrates the bold, unyielding nature of kids as they transform from the forgotten to the rebellious The piece draws on the key characteristics of the musical theatre genre to express the lyrics through movement.
Rhythms of the World: A Dance Evolution
Choreographed by David, Deng, Eugenia, Seiiy Lin Zaara Stepintoajourneythroughtimeandcultureaswe celebratetheever-evolvingartofdance.Fromtheraw energyofHipHoptothevibrantbeatsofAfroandthe fierypassionofLatinrhythms,wefusegenresand traditionsthathaveshapedtheworldofmovement This showcasehonorsthediversehistories,influences,and transformationsofdanceacrosstheyears bringing togetherdifferentstylessuchasContemporary, Ballroom,Jazz,andevenAfrodance.Joinusaswe celebrateunityindiversityandshowcasehowtherhythm oftheworldcontinuestoinspireandtransformthrough eachstep,beat,andculture.
Memories of Mine
Performed and choreographed by Maria and Zoe
A single person; two shades Her memories chase her present. She has disconnected to her own roots, and she does not recognise herself at all She is her past, she is her thoughts, she is her fears but she wishes to be herself alone. She ran away from her consciousness, her gloomiest side; and she found herself trapped in an endless battle of her vague life against her unknown soul Through soft, slow movements, the dancers create images representing the echoes of the past at the pace and lyrics of the song Their dancing is like personality: sometimes it is constant, at times it varies, often it is incomparable… although they start as a single body, they spread apart; and as much as they want to, the invisible walls of remembrance prevent them from mending into a whole. The cycle repeats itself the beginning is the end.
Americano
Performed by Grade 10 Dance
Choreographed by Lauren Hickson in collaboration with the dancers
Thispiecereinterpretsuniversalthemesofloveand freedom,drawingonLatin-inspiredbeatsandSpanish musictoexplorethedesiretobreakconventionsandfind companionshipdespitesocietalorculturalobstacles. Throughafusionofstyles,itportraysthecomplexitiesof identityandtheyearningforpersonalliberation
Dancin’ Fool
Performed by Grade 9 Dance
Choreographed by Lauren
Hickson
Dancin’ Fool comes from the Broadway musical Copacabana, set in a glamorous 1940s nightclub on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro. At this point in the musical, the character unapologetically revels in the joy of dancing This piece embodies themes of perseverance and personal confidence, with a humorous twist on the idea of being a "fool" on the dance floor The classic 1940s Broadway Jazz style is reimagined in a contemporary context through a dynamic group performance.
Departure
Choreographed by Han-Bo, Jaden and Yusuke
Thispieceembodiestheimportanceofperseverance, fromovercominginnerstrugglestocollectiveresilience foundincommunities.Throughapiecethatcombines Hip-Hop,Contemporary,andAfrostyles,weshowcase thevariousdimensionsofperseverance Rangingfrom dynamicandexpressivemovementsofHip-Hop,tothe fluidmanoeuvresfoundinContemporary,our performanceoutlineshowperseveranceactsasacatalyst forouridentitiestoevolveandflourish
ABBA Rewired
Performed by HS Contemporary Company
Choreographed by Lauren
Hickson
This performance celebrates ABBA’s influence on dance and Eurodisco’s lasting impact on popular culture. Blending Classic Disco with Contemporary Jazz dance, the piece captures the energy and timeless appeal of ABBA’s music. Their fusion of pop and disco not only shaped Eurodisco but also put Swedish music on the global stage This tribute honours their iconic hits and the dance movement they helped define
