Emancipation of Expressionism: Choreographer’s Approach

Kenrick ‘H2O’ Sandy and Mikey ‘J’ Asante are the artistic directors of Boy Blue Entertainment and Emancipation of Expressionism was part of their broader repertoire of work.
‘H2O’ and ‘J’ used the dance style of Hip-Hop to create Emancipation of Expressionism. This style incorporates a variety of forms including breaking, popping, locking and krumping.
They aimed to present Hip-Hop as a respected and significant dance form, rather than just a social or commercial dance.
The choreography was structured in four sections - Birth, Life, Death, and Rebirth, reflecting the life cycle and spiritual journey.
The choreographers made extensive use of unison, synchronization and canon to show the power of the team and the concept of the collective over the individual.
They ensured that the dancers interacted and reacted to each other, creating a strong sense of interrelationship.
Use of narrative and abstract elements to provide an overarching theme without dictating a specific interpretation from the audience.
Emphasis on delivering a physical, visceral performance that engages the audience at an emotional level.