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Transmission is a key component of choreographic works; it is a mode of communication for a work in its making, for its future performance, as well as its preservation. If a work is to be repeated, the authoring artist will determine an approach to transmission that might include a network of methods such as collective embodied knowledge, revision of notes, drawings, video material and conversations. Some works require performance to sustain them.
In some cases, choreographic works may be performed only by the originating artist, or through delegation to other performers (transmitters) or a company who are also authorised to perform and teach the work. The latter option can provide ongoing employment for the performers and continuity for the work itself. In other cases, the work is a score (or equivalent) that can be performed with lesser degrees of control on the part of the authoring artist. Sometimes control over a score’s circulation and performance may be released by the artist as part of the presentation or acquisition agreement.
In the case of choreographic works presented in the museum, the transmission of the choreographic work may be for the purpose of presentation or preservation. When a museum acquires a choreographic work and becomes its custodian, they assume responsibility for the ongoing transmission of a work considering future presentations inside and outside the museum (i.e managing a tour or loan).
In such cases, it is critical to reflect the artist's wishes and requirements, to be aware of other stakeholders, and to understand the cultural and social contexts of the work. Documentation material supports the materialisation of the work as part of its activation and/or presentation, and can also support its ongoing transmission and preservation. The aim for the museum is to understand the conditions and components that facilitate the work, rather than directly access the embodied knowledge that sits within the artistic team.
A fictional example of a transmission plan for a choreographic work or art.
A fictional example of a transmission plan for a choreographic work or art.
A fictional example of a situation where a museum is resourcing the transmission of a choreographic work.
A fictional example of a situation where a museum is resourcing the transmission of a choreographic work.
A form used by the museum when a performance activated to record and document the conditions.
A form used by the museum when a performance activated to record and document the conditions.
A form used to understand the basic parameters of the work, the relationship with the museum/gallery, the production of the performance, the required documentation and audience approach.
A form used to understand the basic parameters of the work, the relationship with the museum/gallery, the production of the performance, the required documentation and audience approach.
