Ina Christel Johannessen's Dance on Climate Change

Norwegian choreographer Ina Christel Johannessen presents 'When Monday Came' at Teatro Studio di Scandicci for the Fabbrica Europa festival, directed by Maurizia Settembri. The piece, performed by Zero Visibility Corp, explores the aftermath of catastrophic fires inspired by her trip to fire-ravaged Australia. Six dancers move through ash and darkness, accompanied by a live metallic score by Morten Pettersen and lighting by Daniel Kolstad Gimle. The work continues Johannessen's investigation of climate change consequences, following earlier pieces 'Frozen Songs' (about the Svalbard seed vault) and 'North/South' (on polar explorers). The performance uses burnt and waxen wooden blocks to evoke a mountainous landscape, with a poignant duet featuring a child's dress. The show serves as a warning about humanity's future and its natural environment.