Film and Talk: Philip Glass og Lucinda Childs

Composer Philip Glass and choreographer and dancer Lucinda Childs are among the world’s leading artists and both known for their groundbreaking work. 

In 1976, they created the minimalistic opera “Einstein on the Beach” in collaboration – an opera that caused sensation and which is now considered a master piece.

On the occasion of the European Capital of Culture, the two stars will take the stage together for a talk about their art. The talk is moderated by Linda Brumbach, director of Pomegranate Arts in New York. 

12.00-13.00: Looking Glass (2005). Directed by Éric Darmon (60m)
Eric Darmon´s Looking Glass takes us into the world of Philip Glass. A uniquely intimate portrait, the film follows Glass in his day-to-day activities from January to July 2003. From New York to Paris, we follow in the footsteps of the one of the greatest innovators of contemporary music and witness his approach and inspiration.

13.30-14.30: Artists talk Live on stage, with guest artists Philip Glass and Lucinda Childs moderated by legendary New York producer Linda Brumbach (Pomegranate, NYC).

14.45-15.40: Lucinda Childs (2006). Directed by Patrick Bensard (52m) 
Patrick Bensard explores the career of Lucinda Childs through interviews, some conducted at her home on Martha's Vineyard. Bensard speaks with colleagues and critics, and shows footage of rehearsals and performances featuring Childs's ground breaking choreography. Focusing on the development and innnovations of Childs's work, the film examines the influence of Merce Cunningham on Childs's early choreography; her involvement with the Judson Church movement; her minimalist style; and her collaborations with Robert Wilson, Philip Glass and Sol Le Witt.

About Legends
Under the headline Legends, we invite you for five days in the company of the legendary Philip Glass and Lucinda Childs, who will visit the Concert Hall in Aarhus. Together with our Artist in Residence Anohni, who performs a unique concert, the five days will be legendary. 

See also:

Philip Glass: The Complete Piano Etudes 

Philip Glass: Works for Piano

Lucinda Childs Dance Company: DANCE

Anohni: In Concert

DATE
19. november

VENUE
Musikhuset Aarhus

AUDIENCE
Everyone