'Bornsick,' created by London-based queer non-binary artist Lewis Walker, is a performance merging athleticism and dance, providing a profound exploration of queer identity and the complex nature of humanhood. Performed on a gymnastics sprung floor, Walker combines their gymnastics background with contemporary dance to delve into themes of performativity, referencing, and identity formation. With prior acclaim and collaborative work across various artistic domains, Walker’s passion for performance transcends traditional boundaries, while their workshops promote transformative practices in movement. The performance scheduled at The Round Chapel and later at the Edinburgh Art Festival emphasizes the intricate layers that shape individual identities.
In 'Bornsick,' Lewis Walker merges their gymnastics expertise with a contemporary dance background to explore the tensions of identity and authenticity through performance.
The gymnastics and dance performance reflects on the paradox of humanhood, where searching for authenticity is complicated by the realization that individuality may be an illusion.
'Bornsick' invites audiences to experience identity as a compulsive act of referencing, showcasing the layers of influence that shape who we are.
Lewis Walker's commitment to nurturing future performers is exemplified through workshops that challenge traditional perceptions of touch and energy within performance.
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