Although the Quixotic: Surface performance has passed, many thoughts surrounding this dramatic, site-specific installation continue to surface (ha!).
Personally, I was fascinated by the way in which each performance explored various conceptual and literal forms of surface. The interplay between the dancers and features of the building, in combination with a dynamic musical composition and wall graphics activated a multi-sensory experience unique to the Nelson-Atkins audience. I have to say – I will never look at the Nelson-Atkins building the same again!
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Read more about visitor’s reactions to the musicians, dancers, aerialists, composers, designers and choreographers who provided a beautiful production inspired by the Nelson-Atkins architecture.
“The dancing was fluid and beautifully choreographed. I particularly enjoyed watching two young boys entranced by the dancing. Even from my vantage point I could tell that they were totally amazed by what they were seeing. Also, I cannot count the number of people I watched walk by, or rather “bounce” by as they created a dance to the music they heard.” – Melissa Kleindl
“A remarkable expression of the human form as living art.” – Zak Jepson
“Spectacle of lights and dance: Quixotic @nelson-atkins lawn, great show” – jessdawn (via twitter)
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“The performance was beautiful…I need to spend more time at the Museum, I wasn’t really aware of any outdoor events, so I’m keeping my eyes open” – Ellen Knock Collins
“I enjoyed it very much, wish the stage was a just a little more elevated though.” – Cat Henry
“Incredible show! One of the best things I’ve seen in KC in a long time. Please do it again next year!” – Kevin Sink
“It was wonderful…beautiful music and dancing.” – Stephanie Finkelstein
“Every aspect was great! Excellent finale…loved the animation on the museum wall.” Rachel Yeakley
“It was fabulous – hope they do a show at the Nelson every year!!!!” – Toni Anne Straws
“This was my second time seeing a Quixotic performance and I plan on going to everyone. I am always amazed by the talent of your performers! Amazing! Five star ”- Paul Bukowski
“Unbelievably beautiful – the walls of the Bloch and neoclassic buildings as a canvas painted by breathtaking!” Merry Quackenbush