RIPPLE
With a giant metal spiral, no less than 5 meters long and 2,5 meters high, TeaTime Company takes the audience along themes such as influence, power, flow and friction. Ripple is such a visually and physically intriguing performance, which stimulates both the senses and stimulates the imagination.
As a central element, the spiral forms an ideal setting for the performers to explore the boundaries of their disciplines and creativity. Thanks to the special object, the three – each with a unique background in dance, juggling and Chinese pole – are constantly discovering new dimensions of their skills. As the spiral rolls impressively across the stage in an endless circle, the performers face constant challenges. They are forced to anticipate and respond to the continuous movement of the metal wheel, which at times seems to obey and at other times seems to have its own will. The stage becomes a playing field, in which time seems to stretch with each jump and a fall can last forever. That continuous dynamic between the performers and the spiral makes Ripple unique: every moment can change the whole situation due to an unexpected movement of a performer. There is a continuous tension, leaving the audience on the edge of the seat. A immersive 40-minute outdoor performance, suitable for all ages, which can take place in larger locations with a flat floor.