Collision Theory – 5 year anniversary performance

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Music:
James Falzone – clarinet
Carol Genetti – voice
Lou Mallozzi – electronics
Dave Rempis – reeds
Michael Zerang – percussion

Dance:
Josh Anderson
Adriana Durant
Lisa Gonzales
Julieann Graham
Mikey Rioux

Curated by Rachel Damon & Dan Mohr

Originated by Rachel Damon (Synapse Arts) and Dan Mohr (Comfort Music, Experimental Sound Studio) at Links Hall in 2009, collision_theory is a series of improvised performances by curated ‘blind-dates’ between musicians and dancers. At each ‘collision’, seasoned improvisers from both disciplines meet for the first time to navigate an unpredictable landscape of spontaneous collaboration. The series has presented performances at various venues and events throughout Chicago, including Links Hall, Experimental Sound Studio, The Dance Center of Columbia College, the Out of Site performance festival, and most recently at Chicago Loop Alliance’s ACTIVATE series. Through its performances and lively post-show discussions, collision_theory has provided a platform for the serious presentation and analysis of cross-disciplinary improvised performance for five years.