Arboles (Trees)
How can we find strength from our roots, persevere through hard times and reach out towards community for hope? Drawing on the metaphor of trees, “Arboles (Trees)”, invites the audience into the universal language of emotion. Choreographed by Jhoely Triana, the 40-minute, site-responsive performance connects with audiences through flamenco music and dance to share themes of hardship, perseverance and determination. Featuring live music and the signature Bata de Cola skirt - and set among actual trees - the work creates dialogue about our lived experiences with our community and spreads the seeds of empathy and compassion.
Jhoely Triana
Jhoely Triana, born in Colombia, is a Vancouver based flamenco dance artist. Jhoely completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Contemporary Dance at Simon Fraser University, and trained at Al Mozaico Flamenco and Flamenco Rosario. She has presented work at the Victoria Flamenco Festival, Vancouver International Flamenco Festival, Dance Centre, Vines Festival, New Works, BC Culture Days, Evergreen Cultural Centre, Rotary Centre for the Arts - Kelowna and the Knox Centre - Prince George. Jhoely has travelled to Spain, Poland and the USA for professional development intensives. Jhoely's work emphasizes connection to the audience through authenticity of emotion and vulnerability.
Photos: Lula-Belle Jedynak
Contact Information
Websitewww.jhoelytrianaflamenco.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jhoelytrianaflamenco
Instagram: www.instagram.com/jhoelytrianaflamenco
Email:jhoelytrianaflamenco@gmail.com
Details of the work:
Choreographer: Jhoely Triana
Performers: Jhoely Triana, Maria Avila, Peter Mole, Matteo Sampaolo
Year of creation: 2023
Length of work: 40 minutes
Preparation time required on site: 60 minutes
Technical requirements required on-site, briefly: Sound Tech (setting up sound equipment and check sound levels) PA with it’s own energy or near electrical outlet 2 speakers and and speaker tripods 2 monitor for musicians to hear themselves 2 - Shure SM57 mic 1 - Shure SM58 mic 3 - mic stands 3 chairs
Space required (specify size of area and floor type ): Different wooden dance surfaces such as boardwalks, docks, tree stumps and outdoor stages. Performance space – About 12’ deep and 20’ wide Company will provide a portable dance board. 4',6" X 9'
Community Engagement, Arboles (Trees)
Live Flamenco music and dance with Bata de Cola dance skirt. Intro to Flamenco workshop for all ages/abilities.