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Choreography
Original work crafted by Julia Shove
Encompassing a number of genres, my choreographic style spans from classical & neoclassical ballet to contemporary & modern movement. Based out of CNY, I am actively available for commissions, either new or re-staged archival works for pre-professional, competition & recreational dance studios and professional companies across New York State.
To view Julia's choreography resume, click here.
For more information or to submit a request for choreography, please inquire at julia@makingmovesfitnessanddance.com.
Seasons of Li(fe)
(ght)
(mitation)
(beration)
Seasons explores the passing of time, considering the change of periods seen in the environment to mimic those faced in life as we age. From start to finish, the movements of the score, in conjunction with the lighting and dancing, itself, personify the seasons of spring (dependence), summer (connection), autumn (detachment), and winter (acceptance). This work is a tribute to my father.
Degas: Behind
the Canvas
This piece is directly inspired by the work of Edgar Degas and showcases the balletic movement that he so famously translated into paintings throughout his world-renowned career. In essence, this is my interpretation of the behind-the-scenes action that took place in the studio whilst Degas laid his brush upon the canvas.
Becoming
Featuring juxtaposed balletic and contemporary-based movement, Becoming reflects the union of classical roots with the "here and now" of today's dance world, which so dramatically is inclined away from this sense of classicism and tradition. This piece follows a soloist dancer on her metaphorical journey to becoming a different, yet equally valuable, version of herself, bound to the foundations of ballet but opening a door to awaiting promise and further exploration.
Full Circle
Based upon the relationship between parent and child, Full Circle brings to light a reality of life - we begin as children, reliant on someone to nurture and guide us. In turn, we end life by reversing the roles, as parents age and this dependence shifts, as they seek the same sense of protection and advocacy formerly shown to their children. This work is dedicated to my mother.
Performance images courtesy of Nancy Ford, Marianita Peaslee & Royce Burgess.