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Atomos (McGregor)

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“Atomos” (McGregor), choreographed by Crystal Pite, is a powerfully visceral ballet exploring the fragmented and isolating experience of memory through stark black and white imagery and intensely physical movement reflecting psychological distress.

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Who choreographed the contemporary ballet Atomos?

Atomos was choreographed by Wayne McGregor for his company, Studio Wayne McGregor. It is a deeply physical work that investigates the concept of fundamental building blocks, similar to atoms.

What technology is used in the production of Atomos?

The production features a powerful visual landscape created by the video artists Ravi Deepres and Mark Coniglio. It uses stark black-and-white imagery to emphasize the fragmented and isolating psychological themes of the performance.

What does the title Atomos mean in the context of the ballet?

The title refers to the ancient Greek word for indivisible matter. The choreography uses this concept to break down the human experience of memory into intensely physical, visceral fragments.

How long is Wayne McGregor's Atomos?

The full performance typically runs for approximately 70 minutes without an intermission. It features a relentless, driving electronic soundscore composed by Forest Swords.

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