Parallax - Zhana Ivanova at Mediamatic BANK

Parallax - Zhana Ivanova

Two seemingly independent performances are taking place simultaneously on the same stage. Their combination results in a third, in itself coherent performance.

A parallax is an apparent displacement of an object, as seen from two different stations, or points of view.

“Parallax” is the combination of two seemingly autonomous performances. Both are taking place simultaneously on the same stage, and are to be viewed from two adjacent audience perspectives.

“Parallax” is constructed in accordance to principles of music composition and film editing techniques. It consists of a series of narrative units, featuring elements from recognizable cinema genres. These units are arranged on two independent time lines, with consideration of rhythmical quality, viewing angles and spatial configuration. The parallel progression of these time lines and their intersections, results in a significant correspondence. The combinations of units cause for emerging story lines to fluctuate and for established atmospheres to turn.

Ultimately everything falls into place, producing one coherent performance - “Parallax”.

Parallax performance credits
Concept and direction:
Zhana Ivanova

Performance:
Mariangela Tinelli
Marianne Langenegger
Tashi Iwaoka
Hanin Msellek

Stage Design and construction:
James Beckett
Isaac Carlos

Supported by:
DasArts, Amsterdam
Plateaux Festival, Frankfurt
Mediamatic, Amsterdam