KINC COMES TO THE RESCUE
Comprised of 100-foot long fabric strips joined in a loose basket-weave, the piece was designed to fly in and out of the stage area, dipping down in the front or back alternately, or lying completely flat on the stage floor.
To address the Joffrey's concerns about the drape and behavior of the scenic element, Kinc created a 1/8 size model of the Auditorium Theater's fly space, including a replica of the scenic element built of lace material that delivered the same percentage of stretch as the full-sized piece would.
To aid the dancers during rehearsal, Kinc constructed the piece at Joffrey's studio, after which crews transported it to the Auditorium. Although hasty packing by the company tangled the fabric, Kinc's crew was able to set up and install the element in record time, thanks to the precise measurements provided by the 1/8th size model.
THE IMPACT
Due to the exactness of the model, "Woven Dreams" choreographer Liang was able to develop steps for the dancers prior to rehearsal, and Joffrey Production Manager Claude Binder was able to work with Kinc's model to make exact plans for installation at the Auditorium, including placement of line sets, size of the retraction rings, and other important technical details.
Rising Stars achieved critical and audience acclaim, with particular mention given to "Woven Dreams" as the standout success of the program.
