MODERN GOD
Arts Market
Information
MODERN GOD is a high powered satirical dance theatre show that follows 6 social media influencers through text, dance, 3 cell phones and 1 very skilled AV operator. It is humorous, with a thought provoking dark twist.
Each character relentlessly creates content live for their online platform, whether it's an ad for the latest beauty product, fielding online trolls, getting cancelled or sharing wellness tips. The influencers experience the consequences of rampant consumerism, fame and hubris.
AV content is created live and streamed from their cell phones in real time on stage. The audience experiences the onslaught of digital content and breathtaking dance. Imagine doom scrolling but it's live and onstage.
Director and Choreographer Jeremy Beck has masterfully woven impressive virtuosic dance throughout the show with elements of street dance and contemporary dance.
Company
Footnote New Zealand Dance
Company / Artist Bio
Footnote New Zealand Dance is a leading producer of contemporary dance in Aotearoa, New Zealand. We are dedicated to creating and presenting ambitious original work that ignites thought and uplifts multiple voices.
Footnote is committed to fostering a strong and sustainable future for dance artists and independent choreographers through collaboration, professional development and the commissioning of new choreography.
Our art is responsive and enduring. We want to meaningfully contribute to national and international cultural conversations.
Founded in 1985, we honour our lineage by making space: for new voices, new ideas, and new catalysts.
Location
New Zealand/Aotearoa
Presentation Type
Pitch
Artform
Ballet and Dance
Venue suitability
Black boxProscenium arch
Reviews
MODERN GOD is immediate. It’s urgent and overwhelming. Bloody. Its concerns are with
the now; the intersections between social media, capitalism, and us.
- Jack McGee, Art Murmors
Website
Previous Seasons
2025
- Te Whaea Theatre, Wellington
- Q Theatre, Auckland
- The Meteor, Hamilton Arts Festival
- Papa Hou, Christchurch
- Oamaru Opera House, Oamaru
Instagram
@footnotenzdance
Facebook
@Footnote New Zealand Dance
Contact Name
Anita Hunziker
Contact Phone
+64274888492
Contact Email
anita@footnote.org.nz