PLANKTON The word plankton comes from the Greek πλαγκτόν [plankton], and means that which wanders. These microorganisms that inhabit the seabed are among the few living creatures that cannot move on their own, but are carried along by ocean currents.
Plankton is a dance piece with a strong immersive character. It is a multidisciplinary performance experience that takes plankton as inspiration and uses body and movement to invite us into a world where everything is possible. A world where all that is small takes on great relevance. A world where bodies emit light and remain in suspension. The performance asks us about the relationship that we as humans have with the tiny creatures that live under water and wants to highlight the idea that small things (and small beings, such as children) are fundamental to life.
Plankton is designed for all audiences. In case of performances for families, the recommended age is 5 years and up, and for school performances, the recommended ages are between 7 and 9 years old.
CREDITS
A project by Big Bouncers Collective
Direction and creation Anna Rubirola
Creation and performance Ursa Sekirnik, Mireia de Querol / Claudia Auzinger, Elena Lalucat / Ariadna Grau
Assistant director Elena Lalucat
Assistance in dramaturgy Carlota Grau
Original music Oriol Roca
Light disegn Jou Serra, Bernat Tresserra
Set design Maria Alejandre, Estel Cristià
Costume design Ursa Sekirnik
Hat making Marina Pujadas
Voice-over Patricia Bargallò
Technical coordination Álvaro Castillo
Scientific advice Pablo Sánchez
Photo and video Tristán Pérez-Martín
Production and management Rita Stivala y Biel Martínez
Coproducction Mercat de les Flors
With teh support of Departament de Cultura de la Generalitat de Catalunya, La Visiva, Roca Umbert Fàbrica de les Arts, Teatre Auditori de Granollers, Institut Ramon Llull
Thanks to Vera Puig Rubirola for their ideas and advice, which have helped shape this show.