- Authors: Hodgson, Tom
- Date: 2005
- Type: Text , Live performance
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- Description: Performance by Tom Hodgson in the short film '13 and 32' by Sue Healy. Research is related to the use of dance as a visual stimulus for experiments in memory and perception. The work created was commissioned by the University of Western Sydney. Research contribution: Investigation into dance dynamics as a visual stimulus through an intensive workshop and improvisation period. This led to further and ongoing research by the University. The significance of this outcome is advancement in scientific research. It integrates Science and Art to create mutually beneficial work. The creation of a finished dance piece motivated from a purely research based initiative.
Tenebrae Trilogy Parts I and II
- Authors: Hodgson, Tom
- Date: 2005
- Type: Text , Play
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- Description: Performance by Tom Hodgson in 'Tenebrae Trilogy Parts I and II', Sydney Town Hall, Sydney, Australia. March 2005 and April 2006. A collaboration between physical theatre company Force Majeure and The Song Company. Both internationally recognized for their excellence and fearless approach to performance. Research Contribution: Intensive workshop and improvisation period investigating all possibilities and limits of movement when performed simultaneously with Carlo Gesualdo's intricate score. Research into singing techniques and limits of body position whilst moving. Development of choreographic material morphing singers and dancers into a collective movement experience. The research has led to further collaborations between the two companies and also a new approach in their individual work. The significance of this research is that it overcomes traditional physical and staging barriers relating to performance of complex, historical compositions. Its value can be attested by the following indicators: its success both artistically and in ticket sales, the creation and completion of the third and final part of the Trilogy, its attendance by an extremely broad audience demographic and greater understanding of how singing technique can be adjusted to facilitate greater movement during performance.
Billy Elliot The Musical
- Authors: Hodgson, Tom
- Date: 2007
- Type: Text , Visual art work
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- Description: Tom Hodgson was resident Choreographer in the production of 'Billy Elliot the Musical', Capitol Theatre, Sydney, Australia and Her Majesty's Theatre, Melbourne, Australia, November 2007 - June 2009; LG Arts Centre, Seoul, Korea, August 2010 - March 2011; and Imperial Theatre, New York, USA, November 2009 - March 2010. 'Billy Elliot Australia' was the first attempt at a remount of the show since it's opening in the UK. Due to the show's specific geographic and cultural themes, it needed to be adjusted to suit an Australian audience. Research contribution: 18 months of research and preparation to format and cast the show prior to the start of rehearsals. Development of individual training regimes for the children and adult performers. Extensive workshops and rehearsals prior and during rehearsals to create new choreography and develop existing material. Creation of the first 'show Bible' documenting the staging and choreography of the entire show. This led to the creation of a new Australian show and the creation of a template for all further productions. The significance of the research is the creation of a first class, multi award winning Australian production. Its value is attested by the following indicators: critical and box office success in Australia; the creation of a template, both artistic and financial. for all further productions; the showcasing of Australian talent leading to high demand overseas for numerous performers from the show; and the use of the show bibles for mounting all further productions of the show. 'Billy Elliot Korea' was the first and to date only foreign language version of the show. The show is very geographic and culturally specific and had already been altered to suit differences in language and culture between the British, Australian and American versions. Research contribution: 18 months of research and preparation to format the show for a Korean audiance before rehearsals. Research into the Korean dance scene, its forms, training, history, culture and structure. Understanding the hierarchy and rehearsal practice of Korean performers. Researching of Korean Labor laws and the creation of working schedules to enable the extensive rehearsal timetable to be created. Preparation of new show Bibles for the Korean production. Developing efficient techniques for demonstrating and explaining choreography through an interpreter. This had led to preparation of templates for future foreign language versions of the show. The significance of the research is that it overcomes the cultural barriers and challenges faced when mounting a large-scale production in a foreign language for the first time. Research for 'Billy Elliot New York' is related to investigating and improving training schedules, fitness programs and rehearsal practice of the Broadway production. Research contribution: Investigating and understanding the existing methods, training hours, diet, rehabilitation, and Labor laws of the American production. Researching a safer, more efficient timetable and work load for the cast and in particular the children. Working with a nutritionist to design a diet meeting the nutritional needs of the lead boys playing Billy. The significance of this research is that it led to a more efficient, healthier cast and crew working on the Broadway production. The creation of a new timetable to facilitate adequate resting periods for the children. A new diet for the boys playing Billy to cover their high nutritional requirements.
- Authors: Hodgson, Tom
- Date: 2007
- Type: Text , Visual art work
- Full Text:
- Description: Tom Hodgson was resident Choreographer in the production of 'Billy Elliot the Musical', Capitol Theatre, Sydney, Australia and Her Majesty's Theatre, Melbourne, Australia, November 2007 - June 2009; LG Arts Centre, Seoul, Korea, August 2010 - March 2011; and Imperial Theatre, New York, USA, November 2009 - March 2010. 'Billy Elliot Australia' was the first attempt at a remount of the show since it's opening in the UK. Due to the show's specific geographic and cultural themes, it needed to be adjusted to suit an Australian audience. Research contribution: 18 months of research and preparation to format and cast the show prior to the start of rehearsals. Development of individual training regimes for the children and adult performers. Extensive workshops and rehearsals prior and during rehearsals to create new choreography and develop existing material. Creation of the first 'show Bible' documenting the staging and choreography of the entire show. This led to the creation of a new Australian show and the creation of a template for all further productions. The significance of the research is the creation of a first class, multi award winning Australian production. Its value is attested by the following indicators: critical and box office success in Australia; the creation of a template, both artistic and financial. for all further productions; the showcasing of Australian talent leading to high demand overseas for numerous performers from the show; and the use of the show bibles for mounting all further productions of the show. 'Billy Elliot Korea' was the first and to date only foreign language version of the show. The show is very geographic and culturally specific and had already been altered to suit differences in language and culture between the British, Australian and American versions. Research contribution: 18 months of research and preparation to format the show for a Korean audiance before rehearsals. Research into the Korean dance scene, its forms, training, history, culture and structure. Understanding the hierarchy and rehearsal practice of Korean performers. Researching of Korean Labor laws and the creation of working schedules to enable the extensive rehearsal timetable to be created. Preparation of new show Bibles for the Korean production. Developing efficient techniques for demonstrating and explaining choreography through an interpreter. This had led to preparation of templates for future foreign language versions of the show. The significance of the research is that it overcomes the cultural barriers and challenges faced when mounting a large-scale production in a foreign language for the first time. Research for 'Billy Elliot New York' is related to investigating and improving training schedules, fitness programs and rehearsal practice of the Broadway production. Research contribution: Investigating and understanding the existing methods, training hours, diet, rehabilitation, and Labor laws of the American production. Researching a safer, more efficient timetable and work load for the cast and in particular the children. Working with a nutritionist to design a diet meeting the nutritional needs of the lead boys playing Billy. The significance of this research is that it led to a more efficient, healthier cast and crew working on the Broadway production. The creation of a new timetable to facilitate adequate resting periods for the children. A new diet for the boys playing Billy to cover their high nutritional requirements.
Inevitable Scenarios
- Authors: Hodgson, Tom
- Date: 2006
- Type: Text , Visual art work
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- Description: Performance by Tom Hodgson in 'Inevitable Scenarios', The Studio, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia. 19 - 23 April 2006. 'Inevitable Scenarios' is the major piece of the IN TIME series, created over 3 years by choreographer Sue Healey. The works investigate the passage of time relating to our perception and experience. Research Contribution: A two-part extensive rehearsal period. The first being a four week intensive workshop and improvisation period, the second being refinement and development of the material to a final product performed at The Sydney Opera House. Research of film literature and art works to support the themes investigated in the workshop period. The research has led to further productions and dance films by Sue Healey on the subject. The significance of this research is the development and creation of new dance movement that challenges the audiences's perception of time and order. The work has led to critical acclaim and continuous funding and support for the choreographer to continue her research into the subject and further develop her professional craft.
- Authors: Hodgson, Tom
- Date: 2006
- Type: Text , Visual art work
- Full Text:
- Description: Performance by Tom Hodgson in 'Inevitable Scenarios', The Studio, Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia. 19 - 23 April 2006. 'Inevitable Scenarios' is the major piece of the IN TIME series, created over 3 years by choreographer Sue Healey. The works investigate the passage of time relating to our perception and experience. Research Contribution: A two-part extensive rehearsal period. The first being a four week intensive workshop and improvisation period, the second being refinement and development of the material to a final product performed at The Sydney Opera House. Research of film literature and art works to support the themes investigated in the workshop period. The research has led to further productions and dance films by Sue Healey on the subject. The significance of this research is the development and creation of new dance movement that challenges the audiences's perception of time and order. The work has led to critical acclaim and continuous funding and support for the choreographer to continue her research into the subject and further develop her professional craft.
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