Courtney’s Works
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Processing
An explorative comparison of human and computer memory: the interplay between its mechanisms and pathways, objectivity and subjectivity, reliance on interconnection, methods and consequences of malfunction, and persistence over time.
Debut: “Why We Are,” DANC 378 Performance, April 2024
Dancers: Paige Glover, Jack Holloway, Emma Mazloom, Bella Restrepo, Dana Tagliaferro
Music: “System Check” by Excision. “Being Boiled - Fast Version” by The Human League. “Southern Hospitality” by Clint Mansell, Kronos Quartet. “What to do” by Thomas Bangalter. “Waiting” by Nils Bech. “Philip Glass” by Horsegirl. “THE MESSAGE” by M.I.A. “The Beginning of the End” by Clint Mansell, Kronos Quartet. “Meltdown” by Clint Mansell, Kronos Quartet. “Fyt” by This Mortal Coil. “Walk with Me” by Moby
Featuring edits of: “Permutations” by John Whitney (1969). “FREE Weird VHS Camera Feedback” by Glass Void (2021). “VHS Analog Feedback Loop” by Autumn Jing Green (2022). “millions of pixels stuck in rush hour traffic” by Autumn Jing Green (2023)
Photo by Luke Ullmann
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Until Acted Upon (NCDP Performance)
“Until Acted Upon” was selected to perform at the New Voices in Dance Concert hosted by New Century Dance Project. It was the recipient of the People’s Choice Choreography Award.
Date: August 3rd, 2024
Dancers: Julia Dawson, Paige Glover, Cruz Núñez, Camryn Spero, Courtney Spero, Dana Tagliaferro
Music: “Mad Rush” by Philip Glass and James McVinnie, “Boring Angel” by Oneohtrix Point Never
Photo by Audrey Dell
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Until Acted Upon
A personal exploration and expression of my interpretation of anticipation; an internal turmoil that comes about from the reliance on others or time to deliver a sought-after finality.
Debut: Vassar Repertory Dance Theatre Fall Concert, November 2023
Dancers: Cassidy Baratta, Eva Gubitz-Hess, Cruz Núñez, Lilli Palmer, Maria-Fernanda Rodriguez, Camryn Spero
Music: “Mad Rush” by Philip Glass and James McVinnie, “Boring Angel” by Oneohtrix Point Never
Photo by Jade Hsin
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Keep In and Fall Out
An investigation of the ways that discipline guides how we engage with structures and people around us, both as something enforced in top-down regulations and codes of conduct set by and for one’s own self.
Debut: Vassar Repertory Dance Theatre Final Showings, November 2022
Dancers: Ella Albrecht, Julia Dawson, Paige Glover, Dora Law, Abigail Rice, Camryn Spero, Dana Tagliaferro
Music: “Nu” by Ori Lichtik
Photo by Yesmina Townsley
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YOU AIN'T NO CELEBRITY
A piece inspired by the both the fierceness and fun that has been a hallmark of my experience in Flypeople and the confidence of taking up space brashly and unapologetically.
Debut: Flypeople Fall Showcase 2023
Dancers: Cassidy Baratta, Christie Burnside, Hannah Dagen, Kelly Fagel, Madeline Hsiao, Sara Hoskins, Ada Lovelace, Olivia Sparks, Dana Tagliaferro, Tala, Malia Weiss
Music: “You Ain’t No Celebrity” by Jungle and Roots Manuva
Photo by Jade Hsin
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Glassed Impression
Inspired by the horror and mystery genres, this piece explores the escapist response to the vulnerability and exposure that is felt when being watched by others.
Debut: Vassar Dance Department Spring Showcase, May 2023
Dancers: Cruz Núñez, Yoshi Sanders, Camryn Spero
Music: “GMT - Jamie xx Remix” by Oliver Sim & Jamie xx, “Slither” by Djo
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Behind Time
Driven by shifts between acceleration and deceleration. A witty view of the ways in which we move towards a destination, the details of which are irrelevant.
Debut: Vassar Repertory Dance Theatre Spring Showings, April 2022
Dancers: Olivia Gotsch, Danielle Lomi, Zoe Mueller, Laura Tylinska
Music: “Symphony No. 25 n G Minor, K. 183: 1. Allegro con brio - Live” by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Photo by Yesmina Townsley
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Inside & Out
A personal interpretation and amalgamation of various jazz styles, with the sultriness of womanhood and inspired by the grooviness of disco.
Debut: Flypeople Fall Showcase 2022
Dancers: Kathryn Carvel, Hannah Dagen, Jalene Medina, Alex Spitzer, Victoria Tager-Geffner, Rory Thompson, Malia Weiss, Olivia Xiao
Music: “Inside and Out” by Feist
Photo by Yesmina Townsley
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goods
High-energy and assertive, this piece is motivated by taking up space in a personal and unapologetic manner.
Debut: Flypeople Spring Showcase 2022
Dancers: Cassidy Baratta, Zoe Bauland, Sloane Burling, Hannah Dagen, Lily Gee, Nanako Kurosu, Ethan Maluccio, Emma Mazloom, Crystal Wang
Music: “Goods” by iamamiwhomai
Photo by Yesmina Townsley
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God Only Knows
A lighthearted moment to be shared between the dancers, this piece celebrates the act of dancing with those you love.
Debut: Flypeople Fall Showcase 2021
Dancers: Zoe Bauland, Sloane Burling, Jack Holloway, Noe, Lily Gee, Clara Pitt, Noe Rueschemeyer-Bailey
Music: “God Only Knows” by The Beach Boys
Photo by Brian Santos