ImPulsTanz: Nymph by Taous Bertrand
One left Nymph deeply frustrated. Most of Bertrand’s ideas have merit and interest but they fail to gel into any sort of coherent whole
One left Nymph deeply frustrated. Most of Bertrand’s ideas have merit and interest but they fail to gel into any sort of coherent whole
Muette… is an extraordinary, intense solo performed without accompaniment and that is remarkably alive, especially when witnessed close-up.
“She sits astride a large black trunk, dressed in dark khaki waders and a tight-fitting black unitard. And a long red wig…”
From an almost bleak start, the work increasingly gains a drive, sense of freedom, joy and lust for life that totally captures the viewer.