Homeostasis is a 20 minute short form production that integrates the evocative visual design of Shibari with a contemporary approach to aerial arts. Lead artist Rain Anya and Collaborating Artist Kemo Burns (Shibari Artist), have utilized Japanese rope tying techniques to create a large-scale visual interpretation of the human nervous system, constructed entirely with rope. This tree-like nervous system is an elaborate support structure for the aerial performers. In this way, the hybrid piece acts both as a stand-alone sculptural installation, and then becomes alive with movement as it morphs into the performance landscape.
Performed November 21, 2024 at the Lobero Theatre (Santa Barbara, CA) as part of Wildflowers.
Produced by Elemental Arts
Script by Ben Moroski.
Performers: Rain Anya, Veronica Rosas, Saffron Van Rossem, and Jordann Baker