Fyoo Zhen: Spatial Proximity
Directed and created by Sara Whale
Baldwin Wallace Dance
Spring 2024
Choreography: Hallie Harder, Katie Laruez, Max Laskar & Sara Whale
Inspired by Dr. Andrew Merwin’s research on how environmental variability and biodiversity influence insect populations.
Costume Design: Tesia Dugan Benson
Scenic Design: Dylan Fujimara & Maya Michele Fein
Lighting Design: Maya Michele Fein
Photography: Daren Stahl & Maya Michele Fein
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Although based on the famous Orpheus myth, Offenbach has satirised the story, turning it on its head for his operetta.
Unlike the tragic tale of love and loss that many of us know, in this version, Orpheus is in fact glad to be rid of his deceased wife, who has been having an affair with Pluto.
When Eurydice ends up in the underworld, Public Opinion forces the reluctant Orpheus to rescue his wife. Jupiter states Orpheus can retrieve Eurydice from the underworld, so long as he does not turn to look back at her. On their way out, however, Jupiter (who has since fallen in love with Eurydice) lets loose a lightning bolt, causing Orpheus to jump and look back. Eurydice vanishes back into the underworld and everyone (except Public Opinion) is thrilled with the result.