BUSK

Canadian choreographer Aszure Barton is one of the most sought-after of her time. By simultaneously respecting and dismantling classical and contemporary forms, she presents a dynamic, intricate, and layered movement vocabulary that expresses the vulnerability, power, and complexity of the human body. Her coveted piece BUSK was created in 2009 as a full-length work with her own company, Aszure Barton & Artists. The English verb "to busk" means to perform on the street or in other public areas in the form of music, song, juggling, or magic to collect money from passersby. The title also refers to the word's Spanish root buscar, which means "to seek." Based on this form of performance, the choreography traces the relationship between performers and the audience, presenting the full range of movement of the dancers' bodies.