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Claws Out explores the ways in which female identifying individuals are made to feel unsafe, out of place, and self-conscious on a daily basis. Our story takes place in a public restroom, where six individuals have taken shelter as they await an oncoming tornado. In their potential final moments, they are forced to examine the ways in which societal expectations have shaped their behavior and sense of safety. We are joined by Bridget Martinez, a fellow theatre major, who is working alongside us as assistant director. Abbie Bottar, a political science major, is aiding us in our research as our dramaturg. Animalistic masks, created by Kate Rossello, an art major, are used to explore the nature of fear and primal behavior. We are exploring the boundaries between text and physical movement to investigate our question. We are utilizing theatrical movement, body percussion, and rhythmic breathing as a tool to help us explore our theme. Our ambition is to formulate a piece that transcends the labels of “dance piece” or “play” and make a work in which either element is unimaginable without the other. We aim to inspire our audience to re-evaluate the way in which they think of and treat the women in their lives when they leave our show.
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| Modified Abstract |
Claws Out explores the ways in which female identifying individuals are made to feel unsafe, out of place, and self-conscious on a daily basis. Our story takes place in a public restroom, where six individuals have taken shelter as they await an oncoming tornado. In their potential final moments, they are forced to examine the ways in which societal expectations have shaped their behavior and sense of safety. We are utilizing theatrical movement, body percussion, and rhythmic breathing as a tool to help us explore our theme. We aim to inspire our audience to re-evaluate the way in which they think of and treat the women in their lives when they leave our show.
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