Cry Jailolo
Indonesian youths channel the forces of the sea in this mesmerising and uplifting contemporary dance piece presented as part of Asia TOPA.
The remote Indonesian town of Jailolo is home to some of the world's most spectacular coral seascapes, and choreographer Eko Supriyanto spent two years diving with 350 local youth to understand their relationship with this ancient ecology. He surfaced profoundly affected by the bond these young men share with their underwater environment, and together they began to build a performance developed from this connection.
The rolling of surf and the darting of fish, the crash of breakers and the pull of tides – Cry Jailolo sees seven non-trained youth drawing on both contemporary performance and traditional ritual in the service of a work unlike any other. Beneath its playful and dynamic physicality, it is also a powerful call to end the destruction of coral reefs, and a joyous heralding of the time when the soul of these waters will be restored.
Regularly hailed as Indonesia's most exciting choreographer, Eko Supriyanto joins forces with renowned Belgian choreographer Arco Renz in this powerful work of ‘silent tourism’ that resonates with a spirit and optimism that is all its own.
“The synchronicity of these performers is extraordinary: close to perfection” - THE SYDNEY MORNING HERALD
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Feedback/Comments
Love the energy of the dance
Great rhythmic movements and impact and I guess i am looking for a little bit more variation in terms of the sound and movement changes, a little bit more dramatic stage impact could bring the performance to the next level.
Overall, it is an interesting, out of comfort zone piece to watch.
Fascinating show, that 3-4 pause was dramatic for sure.
Interpretive dance at it's best, very skillful display.
Unique and enchanting performance and bravo for the sheer effort and professionalism by the performers. Bagus sekali!
Great show - really enjoyed it. Not a show I would have picked to go to otherwise - am glad I went.
I loved the rhythm and the uniqueness of the dance.
This was wonderful. A truly mesmerising performance. I'm so glad I didn't miss seeing this.
An interesting combination of movements from seven male dancers. Well executed synchronised movement to sounds, which at times resembled music, but to my ignorant mind were a little dull.
What a mesmerising and magnificent dance performance by these young men.... such concentration and fitness just amazing!!
Mesmerising movements, music and lights. Great dance
I absolutely loved this dance group.Came out of the theatre very uplifted and totally entertained.Well done Indonesia.
Rhytmic and full of energy performance.
Impressive. Incredible stamina and energy. Mesmerising performance.
Fabulous synchronisation and rhythmic movements! Interesting fusion of music and sounds. Mesmerising!
Their high intensity rhythmic foot pattering and synchronous warrior-like movements combine to induce a deep state of trance.
An engaging performance by these young lads combining traditional cultural movements with contemporary dance which makes for an interesting piece. The commitment of the youths to the project is on show from the focus they show on the stage and the choreographers talents are evident, making these non dancers perform as a cohesive and entertaining unit throughout.
Excellent energy & movement